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Pugs, Frugs and Frenchies
- Altoona, IA
Meet the breeder
I'm Heather M., the breeder behind Pugs, Frugs and Frenchies located in Altoona, IA. Our dogs are bred for health, temperament, and good breathing. We strive to produce the best overall pets and family members. We are a small program and we are able to thoroughly focus on each individual dog and puppy and their needs. We take pride in the time and dedication we give to every litter.
Q. & A. with Heather
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
T aka Tiny Mr. T
Went homeMale
Luna
Went homeFemale
Tucker
Went homeMale
Pinky
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Heather
Heather 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 - $7,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Price includes current vaccinations, AKC registration, vet check up, health certificate (if needed for travel) and a puppy pack of essentials to make transitioning easier. ”
Contract & health guarantee
Heather 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 Heather 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 Heather 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
- 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
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
- Puppy starter kit
- Initial potty training
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Heather.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Altoona, IA
859 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Des Moines Airport
869 miles away
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Meet in Des Moines, IA
867 miles away
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More about Heather
Heather has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years
Heather was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Heather is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Pugs, Frugs and Frenchies 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
Litter and program updates
Heather M.
Litter update on 07 May •French bulldog litter is here Stormy X Guapo babies!! Health clear and raised in my home as my babies. Great breathing and athletic frenchies!
Guapo and Storm's litter
Heather M.
Program update on 24 Jan. •AKC Cavalier King Charles Polish imported daddy.
Parent dogs
Storm, mom
French Bulldog
About Storm
Storm is a female French Bulldog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Heather decided to make her part of their program. Heather 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, Frugs and Frenchies 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.
D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, DNA Profile, DNA Disease Panel, DNA Coat/Trait 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 Heather to bring home their puppies.
Ceylan E.
Verified owner · Oct. 2025
Tiny (now Dale) rules the roost! He’s a favorite of the vet’s office and is always up for an adventure.
