I'm Rick B., the breeder behind Rick Barrera Pugs located in Humble, TX. For over 30 years, we have bred high-quality Pugs for health, temperament, and companionship up to the AKC standard.
Q. & A. with Rick
What makes your program special?
My 30 years of experience has given me immense knowledge on what goes into breeding quality, healthy Pugs. All of our puppies are raised indoors and not in cages. We want to make sure they go to a loving family, so we would love to get to know you better to see if one of our Pugs is a good match for you.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Luna
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Reserved
Male
Boy 2
Reserved
Male
Fawn
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Rick
Rick 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 $50 non-refundable deposit and $1,750 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Pay over time with Klarna.
Contract & health guarantee
Rick 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 Rick 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 Rick directly.
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
Extras
Initial potty training
Puppy starter kit
Toys
Food & treats
Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Rick.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Humble, TX
1188 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at George Bush Intercontinental/Houston Airport
1191 miles away
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More about Rick
Rick has been a member of Good Dog for over 6 years
Rick was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Rick is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Rick Barrera Pugs 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
All breeds
Pug
Pug (Non-standard)
Gabby, mom
Pug
About Gabby
Gabby is a female Pug. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rick decided to make her part of their program. Rick 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.
BUCKY, mom
Pug
About BUCKY
BUCKY is a female Pug. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rick decided to make her part of their program. Rick 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.
Gloria, mom
Pug
About Gloria
Gloria is a female Pug. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rick decided to make her part of their program. Rick 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.
Misha, mom
Pug
About Misha
Misha is a female Pug. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rick decided to make her part of their program. Rick 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.
Leroy, dad
Pug (Non-standard)
About Leroy
Leroy is a cuddler he loves everyone. He has a shiny black smooth coat.
woody, dad
Pug
About woody
woody is a male Pug. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Rick decided to make him part of their program. Rick 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
Rick Barrera Pugs 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.
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).