Prickly Pear Kennels
- Mesa, AZ
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.
Gretchen Wieners
Went homeFemale
Regina George
Went homeFemale
Lindsay
Went homeFemale
Karen Smith
Went homeFemale
Viking
Went homeMale
Vixen
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Vanguard
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Chicken Noodle Soup
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Ivy
Went homeFemale
Holly
Went homeFemale
Margarita
Went homeFemale
Nacho
Went homeMale
Fiesta
Went homeFemale
Taco
Went homeMale
Zero
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Bubbles
Went homeFemale
Pillsbury
Went homeMale
Butterball
Went homeMale
Dumpling
Went homeMale
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
"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.
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
5615 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Flagstaff Pulliam Airport
5515 miles away
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Meet in Mesa, AZ
5619 miles away
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More about Sara
Sara has been a member of Good Dog for over 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
Deagle, mom
French Bulldog
About Deagle
Deagle is a female French Bulldog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sara decided to make her part of their program. Sara has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Reign, mom
French Bulldog
About Reign
Reign is a female French Bulldog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sara decided to make her part of their program. Sara has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Miso, mom
French Bulldog
About Miso
Miso is a female French Bulldog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sara decided to make her part of their program. Sara has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
CHICKEN NUGGET, dad
French Bulldog
About CHICKEN NUGGET
CHICKEN NUGGET is a male French Bulldog. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Sara decided to make him part of their program. Sara has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Good health testing
Optimal Selection Genetic Disease Analysis (180+ Diseases).
Cali, mom
French Bulldog
About Cali
Cali is a female French Bulldog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sara decided to make her part of their program. Sara has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health 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.
Jennifer M.
Verified owner · Dec. 2025
Sara was amazing and Moose is so sweet and adorable. I would recommend this breeder 100 percent!
TMTami 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!
