Top Hat Ranch
Meet the breeder
I'm Sarah B., the breeder behind Top Hat Ranch located in La Grange, CA. We are proud to have produced five generations of healthy, happy dogs! We do extensive OFA, genetic, and temperament testing on potential breeding dogs, and provide lifetime support for puppy families. Puppies are raised in home and underfoot, potty tray trained, and socialized with children.
Q. & A. with Sarah
Why did you start breeding?
My mother bred Boston Terriers. When I moved out and went to college, I saved my money to finally buy my first pair of French Bulldogs.What makes your program special?
Extensive health testing, ethics above all else, the welcoming of families to visit and ask questions anytime, the inclusion of my children in daily socialization, participation in AKC conformation, experience and desire to improve. These are just a few things we pride ourselves on at Top Hat Ranch.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include brindle, cream, 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.
Sable girl
Went homeFemale
Red Boy
Went homeMale
Fawn Boy
Went homeMale
Cleo
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Sarah
Sarah 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
"The majority of pups are placed as pets only, on limited AKC, for $2800-3000. This includes the guarantee, first vaccination, vet check, dewormings, and microchip. The deposit of $500 is refundable before a chosen puppy is 5 weeks old."
Contract & health guarantee
Sarah 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 Sarah 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 Sarah directly.
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
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- 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
- Initial potty training
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Sarah.
Breeder's location
Meet in La Grange, CA
5629 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Sacramento Airport
5598 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Sarah can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Sarah
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Sarah has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Sarah was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Sarah is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Top Hat Ranch 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
Zoey, mom
French Bulldog
About Zoey
Zoey is a female French Bulldog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sarah decided to make her part of their program. Sarah 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.
Rainy, mom
French Bulldog
About Rainy
Rainy is a female French Bulldog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sarah decided to make her part of their program. Sarah 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.
Magic, dad
French Bulldog
About Magic
Magic is a male French Bulldog. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Sarah decided to make him part of their program. Sarah 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.
Zoey, mom
French Bulldog
About Zoey
Zoey is a female French Bulldog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sarah decided to make her part of their program. Sarah 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.
Toulouse, dad
French Bulldog
About Toulouse
Toulouse is a male French Bulldog. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Sarah decided to make him part of their program. Sarah 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
Great level
Top Hat Ranch 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.
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.
Cardiac Evaluation (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.
Spine (OFA, FCI), Tracheal Hypoplasia
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
Multifocal Retinopathy 1 (CMR1), Hyperuricosuria (HUU), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A)
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).
