Prickly Pear Kennels

Sara F.

Breeder of French Bulldogs

  • Mesa, AZ
  • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm Sara F., the breeder behind Prickly Pear Kennels located in Mesa, AZ. We have centered our entire breeding program around 3 things: structure, health and temperament. A lot of breeders will claim that but the proof is in the pudding, you can tell when that is true. Our puppy families will give testament to the fact that our babies are once in a lifetime additions.

Q. & A. with Sara

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I have been a huge animal lover since I was a kid! My mom was NOT a huge animal lover so I was very involved with our local shelters. I was always fascinated with the number of different breeds of purebreds and their purposes and was immediately drawn to Frenchies! It was always my goal to be able to have one one day. After I added my first Frenchie, I was obsessed!

  • What makes your program special?

    Our babies are raised in our home, right in our living room, around our family and all the chaos that comes with that every day! They are very well socialized. We have implemented many puppy culture socialization techniques, early neurological stimulation and lots of new toys, sounds and textiles to best prepare them to be confident, good members of society when they leave here.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home and guardian homes.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Sara

Sara has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.

Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.

Price

Puppy prices include a $1,000 non-refundable deposit and between $1,000 - $5,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price of the puppy covers pet AKC registration (unless full is discussed and approved), the puppy will be up to date on vaccines by a licensed vet and deworming and will be microchipped. Puppy prices are determined by pairing and registration type. The prices will be set before picks are made.”

Contract & health guarantee

Sara may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Sara offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to Sara directly.

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What’s included

    • From Good Dog
      • Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
      • 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
      • Puppy Training Program & private community
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Sara.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Mesa, AZ

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Flagstaff Pulliam Airport

Meet in Mesa, AZ

More about Sara

  • Sara has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years

    Sara was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

Sara is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Prickly Pear Kennels meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

  • Responsible breeding practices
  • Health of breeding dogs and puppies
  • Puppy environment and enrichment
  • Buyer education and policies

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Prickly Pear Kennels reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for French Bulldogs.

  • Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not registered with OFA)

    Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.

  • Patellar Luxation

    Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.

  • DNA Disease Panel

    Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Sara to bring home their puppies.

  • TM

    Tami M.

    Verified owner · July 2024

    Sara was great, she met me half way to pick up the puppy. Gave me some great starter supplies. She has been helpful with other tips to help me get adjusted to having a new puppy! We are so happy with our new addition to our family! We have named him Bruno, he is adapting really good to his new home! He is such a lover and has a wonderful personality! Thank you Sara!

Photos

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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