I'm Trudy D., the breeder behind Tru Cuddle Pups located in Underwood, MN. We’re proud of the healthy, affectionate, and behaviorally well-rounded puppies we raise for other families to love! The loyalty and loving disposition of this breed are simply the best! We put a great deal of effort into raising our litters to ensure our puppy families will have the best experience raising their new family members.
Q. & A. with Trudy
What makes your program special?
Our Momma dog & pups do life with us right in our living room! We hold and play with each puppy multiple times a day. When we interact with them we spend time rubbing their feet, lightly tugging on their ears etc so they will learn to tolerate small children.
Or program is small, currently consisting of only 1 Momma with plans to add to our program in the future.
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include merle, tri-color, black, black and tan, and black and white. 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.
Beau
Went home
Male
Mollie
Went home
Female
Tess
Went home
Female
Beauty
Went home
Female
Max
Went home
Male
Rocco
Went home
Male
Earl
Went home
Male
Poppy
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Trudy
Trudy 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 $400 non-refundable deposit and between $1,600 - $2,600 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Puppies will arrive in their new homes with plenty of socialization (with people, cats & other dogs)
They will be vet checked, have first shots, dewormed, microchiped, and have dew claws removed.”
Contract & health guarantee
Trudy 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 Trudy 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 Trudy 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
Microchip
Extras
Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Puppy starter kit
Toys
Basic obedience & manners
Food & treats
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Trudy.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Underwood, MN
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Minneapolis–St. Paul /Wold-Chamberlain Airport
Flexible meeting point
Trudy can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Trudy
Trudy has been a member of Good Dog for about 1 year
Trudy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Trudy is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Tru Cuddle Pups 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
Trudy D.
Litter update on 07 Dec. 2025 •
Two of our sweet babies are in their new Furrever homes!💞 I love meeting the beautiful people who are giving these snuggle muffins a wonderful home! 💗
We still have two lil honeys looking for their perfect family! If you know of anyone who needs a little extra love under the Christmas tree, send them my way!
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Merle and Xena's litter
Trudy D.
Litter update on 06 Dec. 2025 •
Xena & Merle create such beautiful babies! Every single one is unique 🥰They had their health puppy visit at our vet today! They did great getting their shots, microchips & dewormer. Everyone got a clean bill of health and are ready for their new homes 💕 I'm so excited that those who are adopted are going to homes with kids! Now, We just need to find the PERFECT family for Beau & Mollie!! Know anyone who needs a little fluffy puppy for Christmas?? 😉💖
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Merle and Xena's litter
Trudy D.
Litter update on 04 Dec. 2025 •
💕If I didn't already have 4 dogs, I'd be tempted to keep these two!💕 I know they'll find their perfect family before Christmas 🎄 ❤️
Merle and Xena's litter
Trudy D.
Litter update on 02 Dec. 2025 •
Just down to two puppies left! Mollie just became available & Beau just hasn't found the perfect family yet. Maybe you know someone who needs cuddles & puppy kisses for Christmas?? 😉
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Merle and Xena's litter
Trudy D.
Litter update on 23 Nov. 2025 •
Toby & Beau got to venture outside for a few minutes! We had an unreasonably warm day! Beau thought it was fun meeting Bella💕 Toby, he preferred to stay far away! 😂
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Merle and Xena's litter
Trudy D.
Program update on 19 Nov. 2025 •
Naptime!!
Trudy D.
Litter update on 19 Nov. 2025 •
Trying to take group photos of 6 week old puppies is quite the undertaking 😅🤣😆 These guys kept us on our toes for a good 20 minutes before they finally settled down for a pic🤪 Now that it's done, I'm wishing I had repositioned them a bit before I put them back in their playpen. Oh well.... maybe next time.
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Merle and Xena's litter
Trudy D.
Program update on 06 Nov. 2025 •
Look how big these sweet babies are getting !
Trudy D.
Litter update on 01 Nov. 2025 •
💕Xena's last litter just celebrated their first birthday!! I was lucky enough to check in with the families & get recent pictures 💖 All pups are happy, healthy & well loved! It warms my heart to see the joy they bring to their new families 💓
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Merle and Xena's litter
Trudy D.
Litter update on 01 Nov. 2025 •
Welcome our 2025 Litter, The silly six! Three coat patterns, one boy & one girl in each coat! 🤩Max & Mollie are our merles, Toby & Tess are our tri-colors, and Beauty & Beau are our black & tan pair 💕 All are growing so fast! Toddle-ing around with their eyes open it's so fun to see them move around more! They do still sleep quite a bit tho. Hence the reason why I got so many sleepy pics! They had just finished eating, and it was time for yet another nap! 😅 Xena is doing an excellent job as always & getting extra cuddles in return
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Merle and Xena's litter
Parent dogs
Xena, mom
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
About Xena
Xena is a female Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Trudy decided to make her part of their program. Trudy 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
Tru Cuddle Pups 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 Cavapoos.
Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
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 (rDVM, not registered)
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.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not 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.
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Trudy to bring home their puppies.
Elizabeth M.
Verified owner · Dec. 2025
This was my very first experience working with a breeder, and I truly could not have asked for a better one than Trudy.
From the very beginning, it was clear how much time, intention, and love she puts into her puppies. Our Cavapoo came to us incredibly well-socialized — comfortable being held, snuggled, and touched — and seamlessly integrated into our home and family. She is already so well-behaved, and that speaks volumes about the foundation Trudy provides.
Trudy also took the time to give clear, thoughtful guidance on feeding, including how to soften kibble to make it easier for a young puppy to eat, and she sent us home with helpful items to make the transition smoother. One of the most meaningful touches was a personalized blanket that smelled like mom and siblings — such a comforting and intentional detail that made a big difference.
While we waited for our puppy to be old enough to come home, Trudy sent photo updates over the holidays, which meant so much to us and made the entire experience feel personal and connected.
Every interaction with Trudy reflected how deeply she cares about her puppies and the families they go to. Her dedication absolutely shows in the temperament, confidence, and happiness of our puppy. I’m incredibly grateful for her care and support and plan to stay in touch moving forward.
I cannot recommend Trudy highly enough. If you are looking for a breeder who genuinely prioritizes the well-being of her puppies and the families they join, Trudy is truly exceptional.
Thank you for helping us meet our new baby girl!
jackie u.
Verified owner · Sept. 2025
Trudy was wonderful to work with! She communicated clearly, kept me updated with pictures, and was very flexible throughout the process. You can tell she truly cares about her dogs and the families they go to. I’m so grateful for the great experience and my sweet puppy!
Jodi L.
Verified owner · Dec. 2025
Trudy was easy to talk to and quick to respond! We had a video call to meet her and the pup and she answered all of the questions we had! She made the process super easy and sent picture updates until pup was ready to come home! She has even followed up to make sure our new member of the family is adjusting!