I'm Tracy S., the breeder behind Pyrenean Mastiffs of Zephyr Farms located in Dobson, NC. Our dogs are bred for health, temperament, conformation, athleticism and intelligence. We adhere to Puppy Culture protocols to socialize and train our puppies, making them eager learners who grow into calm, reliable dogs suitable to a variety of services and, above all, friendly, loving family dogs.
Q. & A. with Tracy
Why did you start breeding?
I grew up in the breeding of Labradors for sport and loved it. Learning the heart breaking challenges of rare breeds really pulled me into the preservation efforts of many breeds.
What makes your program special?
We take great pains to produce genetically healthy dogs to preserve and grow a healthier breed. We also spend endless hours handling, training and exposing our puppies to new experiences to better prepare them for their future homes, vocations and lives.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Getting a puppy from Tracy
Tracy 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 $1,500 refundable deposit and between $1,000 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Puppies come with genetic health testing, a lifetime genetic health guarantee, lifetime breeder support, and early neurological stimulation. Puppies are raised with Puppy Culture protocols to ensure they have the best start to life. Puppies will have FCPR, UKC and AKC-FSS registration for show/breeding quality puppies and AKC-FSS for non-show quality puppies. The deposit will reserve a puppy from a litter of choice based on the waitlist for that expecting litter. Puppies are chosen after DNA testing, temperament testing and evaluations are completed (between 6-10 weeks of age).”
Contract & health guarantee
Tracy 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 Tracy 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 Tracy directly.
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Tracy.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Dobson, NC
255 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Washington Dulles Airport
6 miles away
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More about Tracy
Club memberships
Tracy is a member of Pyrenean Mastiffs of America Association.
Certifications & recognitions
PMUSA Breeder of Excellence, Certificate in Managing Genetics for the Future (Institute of Canine Biology), Puppy Culture Breeder, DNA for Dog Breeders (Institute of Canine Biology).
Tracy has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Tracy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Tracy is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Pyrenean Mastiffs of Zephyr Farms 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 health testing
Pyrenean Mastiffs of Zephyr Farms 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 Pyrenean Mastiffs.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia (Preliminary)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
DNA Disease Panel, DNA Profile, Agouti DNA Test
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).