Pugs a
Meet the breeder
I'm Tara N., the breeder behind Pugs a located in Eatonville, WA. We breed for temperament, health, and structure, feeling that all our babies should be family members and be able to do everything the family wishes to do.
Q. & A. with Tara
Why did you start breeding?
My life in dogs began with a Boxer named Megan. Although she wasn’t really a show dog, I showed her anyway and we garnered a few points. From then on I was hooked and have shown Bulldogs, Boxers, Pugs, and Boston Terriers over the years. I took a break to compete on my horses but came back to dog show ring a few years ago.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Pug puppies include black and fawn. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Tara
Tara 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,150 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Pet and breeder/ show puppies. Guarantee, microchipped, age appropriate vaccinations and worming, as well as starter puppy pack.”
Contract & health guarantee
Tara 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 Tara 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 Tara 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Tara.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Eatonville, WA
2296 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Seattle–Tacoma Airport
2296 miles away
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More about Tara
Tara has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years
Tara was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Tara is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Pugs a 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
Socrates, dad
Pug
About Socrates
Socrates is like no other. Phenomenal pedigree, presence, guile, and proving himself a fabulous producer. It doesn’t hurt that he LOVES to show and is an all around fun boy! Well on his way to AKC GRC.
Khia, mom
Pug
About Khia
Khia is a female Pug. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tara decided to make her part of their program. Tara 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.
Martin, dad
Pug
About Martin
Martin is a male Pug. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Tara decided to make him part of their program. Tara 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Pugs a 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 Pugs.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
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.
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), DNA Disease Panel, Pug Dog Encephalitis (PDE)
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).
