Snuggle Pugs

Joan Y.

Breeder of Pugs

Meet the breeder

I'm Joan Y., the breeder behind Snuggle Pugs located in Whitehall, MI. We offer sweet, friendly, mentally and physically sound pugs.

Q. & A. with Joan

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We got our first Pug in 1990 after five years of begging by our daughter, Brenda. This Pug turned out to be not only our first Pug, but our first conformation champion and first obedience title holder. He was Ch. Toby Tuff Stuff CDX, who can be found in our female line today. We so enjoyed showing Toby that we have been doing shows ever since.
  • What makes your program special?

    My husband Gary and I work hard to provide the best family pets we can. We truly have an affinity for pugs and absolutely love the breed. We know pugs from ears to tail, and you can rest assured knowing your family pet will be healthy and well adjusted.
  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home.

Getting a puppy from Joan

Joan 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 final payment, before taxes & fees.

Contract & health guarantee

Joan 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 Joan 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 Joan 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 Joan.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Whitehall, MI

551 miles away

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More about Joan

  • Club memberships

    Joan is a member of Pug Dog Club of America, Inc..

  • Certifications & recognitions

    AKC Breeder of Merit.

  • Joan has been a member of Good Dog for over 6 years

    Joan was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.

  • Joan’s links

Joan is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Snuggle 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Snuggle 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).

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