AVAILABLE:
Summer litters 2023 - We are currently interviewing prospective owners on our interest list to be added to our Wait List. Click here to read more about our current and upcoming litters.
Summer litters 2023 - We are currently interviewing prospective owners on our interest list to be added to our Wait List. Click here to read more about our current and upcoming litters.
Procedure to obtain a Pickwick Pug:
1) Complete the online inquiry form (if a good fit, added to our interest list)
2) Meet virtually (or in person) via Facetime or Zoom
3) Reference checks, follow-up conversations
4) If it still seems like a Pickwick Pug is the right fit, future owner(s) are put on our wait list (next available puppy which fits your criteria) after receipt of $750 deposit (applied toward final payment).
1) Complete the online inquiry form (if a good fit, added to our interest list)
2) Meet virtually (or in person) via Facetime or Zoom
3) Reference checks, follow-up conversations
4) If it still seems like a Pickwick Pug is the right fit, future owner(s) are put on our wait list (next available puppy which fits your criteria) after receipt of $750 deposit (applied toward final payment).
Wait time, once on the waitlist, is typically anywhere from 2-12 months. If you are open to either sex (male or female), or willing to consider being a home to a showpanion male, there is an even greater chance of an earlier placement.
SHOW PROSPECTS: Most of our puppies are sold as pets only with limited AKC registration which means there are no breeding rights. Pugs sold as show prospects are considered on an individual basis. It is important to note that all Pickwick pugs and puppies, even if planning to participate in conformation shows, are placed only in homes where they will live in the home, not a kennel, and where they will be first and foremost a treasured member of the family. As the legendary judge Pat Trotter stated at Westminster, "Not all pets are show dogs, but I can assure you all show dogs are pets."
Would you like to visit a Pickwick Pug? Pickwick Pugs live all over . . . from Virgina Beach, to South Carolina, California, New York City, Long Island, Alabama, Florida, Colorado, and even Mexico ... so it might be possible that there is a Pickwick pug near you if you would like to see if it would be possible to meetup with one in person. Click here to read owner testimonials. We love getting updates and photos of our puppies and pugs and cherish each and every one! We also rely on updates and photos/videos to provide invaluable feedback for future breeding plans.
Companions & Showpanions
Pug Puppy (12-24 weeks)
COMPANIONS: AKC registered pug puppies b/w 12-24 weeks of age who will solely be companions and pets. (Spay/neuter at appropriate age, typically closer to 1 year of age is healthiest for the pug.)
Companion Pickwick Pug Puppy (12-24 weeks of age)
A companion puppy will solely be a companion pet (with no breeding rights). Spay/neuter is required at the appropriate age (typically closer to 1 year of age is recommended). Things included with a Pickwick Companion Puppy (paid for by Pickwick Pugs):
A Pickwick pug puppy will be between the ages of 12-24 weeks of age on "gotcha day" (no younger than 12 weeks).
The puppies we breed are like our children. Their well-being is paramount to us and we want to find each pup the perfect match and perfect home resulting in our scrupulous selection process with an initial, in depth inquiry form, subsequent dialogue, and sometimes even home visits so we can find the perfect match for each pup and pug lover. Offspring of all Hill Country lines (those puppies out of Robert etc.) are available with limited AKC registration only. For other lines, the puppies who do not remain with us, with the sire's breeder, or with a trusted show-home (where the puppy will first and foremost be a family member for life) will be placed in a loving pet home, with limited AKC registration, on a spay/neuter contract.
We strive to produce pugs who are beautiful inside and out. We believe that overall health, sound temperament, and sociability are equally important when meeting Pug Breed Standard, balanced in temperament and sociability as well as structure. One reason we include training for CGC (Canine Good Citizenship), and other work outside of conformation is that we want to make sure any pug we include in our breeding program is balanced in temperament, not just physical conformation, structure, and outward appearance. If one of our pugs would not be able to easily obtain a therapy dog or CGC title, we would not include this pug in our breeding program.
A companion puppy will solely be a companion pet (with no breeding rights). Spay/neuter is required at the appropriate age (typically closer to 1 year of age is recommended). Things included with a Pickwick Companion Puppy (paid for by Pickwick Pugs):
- AKC limited registration (paid for by Pickwick Pugs) (We register each puppy with AKC affording the opportunity to participate and earn titles in fun events such as agility, rally, scent work, barnhunt, tricks, therapy dog, Canine Good Citizenship, and more. We do not require participation in these events but strongly encourage them because they are SO much fun!
- AKC Reunite Microchip (paid for by Pickwick Pugs)
- Puppy folder with vet records, vaccinations, and all health records
- Pedigree from American Kennel Club (paid for by Pickwick Pugs)
- Vaccinations for age (If the puppy is 12 weeks of age, they will have received the first 2 rounds of puppy vaccinations and at least 2-3 physical examinations by board certified veterinarians, and all appropriate de-worming. If the puppy is 16 weeks or older, they will have also received the 3rd and final round of puppy vaccinations, all de-worming, physical examinations, plus rabies vaccination.
- De-worming at 6, 8, 10, 12 weeks (Strongid)
- Heartworm preventative (Heartguard) at 9 weeks
- Puppy Basket with paw-painted canvas painting by the puppy, toys, blanket, food, treats etc.
- Extensive socialization and training using Puppy Culture protocols. Each puppy is even litterbox trained and has learned enough tricks to earn an AKC Novice Tricks title. Each puppy has worked regularly on basic manners such as drop it, leave it, wait, sit, down, stand, watch me, each puppy has also worked on house-training, loose leash walking, crate-training, and even fun tricks like bow, spin, fetch, shake, play the piano, and paint. We have studied with important dog training legends like Ian Dunbar and Victoria Stillwell, and we apply all we have learned when training and socializing the puppies. Perhaps this is why Pickwick puppies do so well on their flights and travels, transitioning to their new homes, and why they are almost always the "star students" of their puppy classes. Read more about Puppies Raised Using Puppy Culture.
A Pickwick pug puppy will be between the ages of 12-24 weeks of age on "gotcha day" (no younger than 12 weeks).
The puppies we breed are like our children. Their well-being is paramount to us and we want to find each pup the perfect match and perfect home resulting in our scrupulous selection process with an initial, in depth inquiry form, subsequent dialogue, and sometimes even home visits so we can find the perfect match for each pup and pug lover. Offspring of all Hill Country lines (those puppies out of Robert etc.) are available with limited AKC registration only. For other lines, the puppies who do not remain with us, with the sire's breeder, or with a trusted show-home (where the puppy will first and foremost be a family member for life) will be placed in a loving pet home, with limited AKC registration, on a spay/neuter contract.
We strive to produce pugs who are beautiful inside and out. We believe that overall health, sound temperament, and sociability are equally important when meeting Pug Breed Standard, balanced in temperament and sociability as well as structure. One reason we include training for CGC (Canine Good Citizenship), and other work outside of conformation is that we want to make sure any pug we include in our breeding program is balanced in temperament, not just physical conformation, structure, and outward appearance. If one of our pugs would not be able to easily obtain a therapy dog or CGC title, we would not include this pug in our breeding program.
Showpanion Puppy
We are always looking for amazing companion homes (ideally within a 4-5 hour drive from Birmingham) who want a beautiful pick of the litter male pug, own an AKC champion, plus help contribute to the preservation of the breed. The commitment would involve allowing us (Jeff or Amy) to take the puppy/pug on a few fun weekend getaways to dog show locales, typically within a few hours drive of the pet's home. Owners are always welcome to join us at the dog show of course! We (Jeff/Amy) will shampoo/blow dry/groom, and train the pug puppy at he show site (arrive a day early), and we will also 'handle' (show the pug) at the dog show. Owners are invited to show the pug, too, in which case we can teach you everything to do .... it's really not hard! Pickwick pugs pays for show entries and all expenses involving the show and trip. There would be no cost to the pet owner for these fun getaway trips for you pug (unless owners would like to tag along in which case they would need to cover their hotel/travel expenses). All we ask is that the owners keep the pug in show condition (not too fat, not to skinny, healthy coat, and ears taped regularly while 'training them' as a puppy). Where owners of companion pups are asked to keep the male pug intact until around age 1 (for health reasons), Showpanion homes are asked to keep the male pug intact until completion of championship or age 2, allowing us to collect frozen sample (at a dog show), complete hip x-ray with Blue Ridge Veterinary Imaging at the dog show (which can not be done until age 2), prior to neuter. At age 2, the pug can be neutered after we complete the X-ray and collect frozen sample. We do not believe in "guardian homes" and would never ask an owner to consider having a female "showpanion" due to risks during whelp, and the extended time away from home during pregnancy/whelp. Showpanions are only for male pups and owners who would like to have the pick of the litter.
Showpanion Pickwick Pug Puppy (12-24 weeks of age)
All puppies are co-owned until neuter. This is true of companions and showpanions. AKC Registration will be full for showpanions, allowing them the chance to participate in conformation dog shows. At age 2, upon completion of hip x-ray, collection of frozen samples, and neuter, Pickwick pugs will pay AKC to have the ownership transferred solely to the pug owner and the AKC registration will be changed to limited. Neuter is required at the appropriate age (just after age 2). Things included with a Pickwick Showpanion Puppy (paid for by Pickwick Pugs):
All puppies are co-owned until neuter. This is true of companions and showpanions. AKC Registration will be full for showpanions, allowing them the chance to participate in conformation dog shows. At age 2, upon completion of hip x-ray, collection of frozen samples, and neuter, Pickwick pugs will pay AKC to have the ownership transferred solely to the pug owner and the AKC registration will be changed to limited. Neuter is required at the appropriate age (just after age 2). Things included with a Pickwick Showpanion Puppy (paid for by Pickwick Pugs):
- AKC full registration (paid for by Pickwick Pugs), transferred to limited after transfer of ownership at age 2 and upon completion of hip x-rays, collection of frozen samples, and neuter. With limited registration, there are no breeding (stud) rights, but the pug may participate and earn titles in fun events such as agility, rally, scent work, barnhunt, tricks, therapy dog, Canine Good Citizenship, and more. We do not require participation in these events but strongly encourage them because they are SO much fun!
- AKC Reunite Microchip (paid for by Pickwick Pugs)
- Puppy folder with vet records, vaccinations, and all health records
- Pedigree from American Kennel Club (paid for by Pickwick Pugs)
- Vaccinations for age (If the puppy is 12 weeks of age, they will have received the first 2 rounds of puppy vaccinations and at least 2-3 physical examinations by board certified veterinarians, and all appropriate de-worming. If the puppy is 16 weeks or older, they will have also received the 3rd and final round of puppy vaccinations, all de-worming, physical examinations, plus rabies vaccination.
- De-worming at 6, 8, 10, 12 weeks (Strongid)
- Heartworm preventative (Heartguard) at 9 weeks
- Puppy Basket with paw-painted canvas painting by the puppy, toys, blanket, food, treats etc.
- Extensive socialization and training using Puppy Culture protocols. Each puppy is even litterbox trained and has learned enough tricks to earn an AKC Novice Tricks title. Each puppy has worked regularly on basic manners such as drop it, leave it, wait, sit, down, stand, watch me, each puppy has also worked on house-training, loose leash walking, crate-training, and even fun tricks like bow, spin, fetch, shake, play the piano, and paint. We have studied with important dog training legends like Ian Dunbar and Victoria Stillwell, and we apply all we have learned when training and socializing the puppies. Perhaps this is why Pickwick puppies do so well on their flights and travels, transitioning to their new homes, and why they are almost always the "star students" of their puppy classes. Read more about Puppies Raised Using Puppy Culture.
- Ribbons, awards, and title certificate from the dog shows
- Title Certificate upon completion of AKC championship
- Opportunity to be added to the top of our wait list for a future Pickwick puppy if so desired.
Young Adults
Young adults or retired show pugs
Includes:
However, there may be a time when a member of our grumble might grumble at being a member ..... a pug who would honestly be happier in a one or perhaps 2 dog home. Sometimes a puppy we chose as our pick of the litter doesn’t grow out as we had hoped (perhaps too small, too big). We need to be wise in keeping our own grumble to a manageable size so that we can remain responsible pug owners and breeders so it is important for us to make tough decisions sometimes to place a puppy who will not continue to be a part of our breeding program. Trust us, it is so hard to let go of these older pups but it is the right thing to do.
Since our pugs are trained and socialized, (having enjoyed regular outings to dog shows/restaurants/ stores, go to work and church with us etc.) the few older pups and adults we have placed have adjusted quite well to a new home even when they are a few years old. While it’s such a huge loss for us and one of the toughest parts of what we’ve had to do, it’s worth it to see the pug getting so much attention and having a chance to do the job it was bred to do …. be a full-time companion, giving and receiving love in abundance.
If you are looking for a beautiful and healthy pug, bred by conscientious breeders, with an amazing pedigree, healthy and health tested AKC Champion parents, who is purposefully bred to be a superb representative of the pug breed standard ... yet you just don't have the time or energy to deal with house-training and raising a young puppy ... this is the perfect option for you.
Includes:
- AKC registration (paid for by Pickwick Pugs)
- AKC Reunite Microchip (paid for by Pickwick Pugs)
- Up-to-date on all vaccinations and heartworm prevention
- Health tested
- Socialized and trained
- Sometimes the pug has attained awards (like Best of Breed or Best Puppy in Show etc.) or titles like Novice Tricks, CGC, or rally and even AKC championships.
However, there may be a time when a member of our grumble might grumble at being a member ..... a pug who would honestly be happier in a one or perhaps 2 dog home. Sometimes a puppy we chose as our pick of the litter doesn’t grow out as we had hoped (perhaps too small, too big). We need to be wise in keeping our own grumble to a manageable size so that we can remain responsible pug owners and breeders so it is important for us to make tough decisions sometimes to place a puppy who will not continue to be a part of our breeding program. Trust us, it is so hard to let go of these older pups but it is the right thing to do.
Since our pugs are trained and socialized, (having enjoyed regular outings to dog shows/restaurants/ stores, go to work and church with us etc.) the few older pups and adults we have placed have adjusted quite well to a new home even when they are a few years old. While it’s such a huge loss for us and one of the toughest parts of what we’ve had to do, it’s worth it to see the pug getting so much attention and having a chance to do the job it was bred to do …. be a full-time companion, giving and receiving love in abundance.
If you are looking for a beautiful and healthy pug, bred by conscientious breeders, with an amazing pedigree, healthy and health tested AKC Champion parents, who is purposefully bred to be a superb representative of the pug breed standard ... yet you just don't have the time or energy to deal with house-training and raising a young puppy ... this is the perfect option for you.
SHOW PROSPECTS
Puppies are sold as companion pugs (pets) with limited registration. Pugs sold as show prospects have separate contracts and placements are considered on an individual basis. We do require that all prospective owners complete the inquiry/application form online, even prospective show homes since all Pickwick puppies, show or companion, are bred to be companions first and foremost and should live in a home as part of a family and not in a kennel. Please note: Any and all offspring of our Hill Country pugs, GCH Hill Country's I'll Bee Your Shining Star (Robert, who is a half brother to Biggie) are prohibited by contract to be sold with full registration as well as our girls out of Biggie's sire Bazinga (Stella and Marie Claire).
Rescue & Foster Pugs & Pug Wannabees
Needing Forever Homes
(not bred by Pickwick Pugs)
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Because of our work with rescue, we occasionally run across a pug (and other all-American dogs who wish they were pugs ;) who are looking for a forever home. Through our work with Furever Home Rescue. we help other rescue groups with training, fostering, socializing, and general care until the perfect match is found for the dog's forever home and adoption. If you are looking for a rescue, a wonderful resource is Pug Rescue Directory - PUG DOG CLUB OF AMERICA.
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