If you are interested in being considered for any of our pugs or puppies, the starting place is to complete the online inquiry form. We review the inquiries regularly and if we think you would be a great match for a Pickwick puppy we will follow up with a virtual (or in person) interview and get to know you better! To secure a place on our wait list a nonrefundable deposit of $750 is required.
Available now (or very soon):
We are currently interviewing those on our wait list for the following puppies:
The Coffeehouse litter (3 or possibly 4 available at 12 weeks of age, mid-October, 2022, dependent upon if we keep a pup ourselves):
Flying Kilts Litter (we are letting Iona and Heather 'grow out' a bit before deciding upon a pick of the litter. One of these girls will most likely be available when they are closer to 24 weeks of age):
We will be finalizing placements upon completion of temperament evaluations and our final decision for our pick of the litter. It is not a matter of "first-come-first-serve" but, rather, finding the perfect match for each human/puppy. When placing puppies, Pickwick Pugs makes the final decision based upon interviews with prospective owners, puppy temperament evaluations, our 3+ months of daily interaction with the puppies, training, socialization, and much more. No 2 pups have the same personality and strengths. Puppy X may thrive in a home in New York City, while we know puppy Y would be happier in a quieter home, and puppy Z would probably love a home with children etc. So, while a specific puppy may look adorable in a particular video or photograph, please trust us in the fact that the others are just as amazing and perhaps a better fit for you. Even the best puppy in the world will not thrive if not matched with the perfect environment and home.
Next planned litter Spring/Summer, 2023
The Coffeehouse litter (3 or possibly 4 available at 12 weeks of age, mid-October, 2022, dependent upon if we keep a pup ourselves):
- Maggie from the Coffeehouse Litter
- Victoria from the Coffeehouse Litter
- Olivia from the Coffeehouse Litter
- Kasey from the Coffeehouse Litter
Flying Kilts Litter (we are letting Iona and Heather 'grow out' a bit before deciding upon a pick of the litter. One of these girls will most likely be available when they are closer to 24 weeks of age):
- Iona from the Flying Kilts Litter
- Heather from the Flying Kilts Litter
We will be finalizing placements upon completion of temperament evaluations and our final decision for our pick of the litter. It is not a matter of "first-come-first-serve" but, rather, finding the perfect match for each human/puppy. When placing puppies, Pickwick Pugs makes the final decision based upon interviews with prospective owners, puppy temperament evaluations, our 3+ months of daily interaction with the puppies, training, socialization, and much more. No 2 pups have the same personality and strengths. Puppy X may thrive in a home in New York City, while we know puppy Y would be happier in a quieter home, and puppy Z would probably love a home with children etc. So, while a specific puppy may look adorable in a particular video or photograph, please trust us in the fact that the others are just as amazing and perhaps a better fit for you. Even the best puppy in the world will not thrive if not matched with the perfect environment and home.
Next planned litter Spring/Summer, 2023
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Pickwick Puppies
Pug Puppies
Available now
A pug puppy will be between the ages of 12-24 weeks of age on "gotcha day". Typically, the puppy will be 12 weeks of age (and no younger) but, since our purpose of breeding is to find our next show prospect and future contributions to our breeding program, we need to ensure that we are choosing the closest representation of the pug breed standard possible for our pick of the litter. This can sometimes necessitate waiting a few extra weeks to see how the puppy "grows out" as it matures a bit. These "pick of the litter prospects" will go to their new homes anywhere up to 24 weeks of age. Since these puppies will have continued with extensive training and socialization, received final vaccinations, and sometimes even receive awards and titles with participation in BPUPs (AKC Beginner Puppy 4-6 month olds), the price is the same for the puppy, whether 12 or 24 weeks of age. In fact, many owners prefer to wait for the "pick of the litter prospect" as they don't have to deal with the puppy biting phase, the house-training issues involved with younger 12 week puppy bladders and, sometimes, owners simply don't have the time to devote to the intense training and socialization needed before a puppy turns 16 weeks of age and the socialization period ends. Also, the puppy's true personality emerges more clearly with each subsequent week of life away from his or her littermates.
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.
Available now
A pug puppy will be between the ages of 12-24 weeks of age on "gotcha day". Typically, the puppy will be 12 weeks of age (and no younger) but, since our purpose of breeding is to find our next show prospect and future contributions to our breeding program, we need to ensure that we are choosing the closest representation of the pug breed standard possible for our pick of the litter. This can sometimes necessitate waiting a few extra weeks to see how the puppy "grows out" as it matures a bit. These "pick of the litter prospects" will go to their new homes anywhere up to 24 weeks of age. Since these puppies will have continued with extensive training and socialization, received final vaccinations, and sometimes even receive awards and titles with participation in BPUPs (AKC Beginner Puppy 4-6 month olds), the price is the same for the puppy, whether 12 or 24 weeks of age. In fact, many owners prefer to wait for the "pick of the litter prospect" as they don't have to deal with the puppy biting phase, the house-training issues involved with younger 12 week puppy bladders and, sometimes, owners simply don't have the time to devote to the intense training and socialization needed before a puppy turns 16 weeks of age and the socialization period ends. Also, the puppy's true personality emerges more clearly with each subsequent week of life away from his or her littermates.
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.
Adult Pickwick Pugs
Retired Show Pugs & Adult Pickwick Pugs
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. If this rare occasion were to arise, we would look for an amazing home where the pug would be able to thrive. It might also be possible that one of our picks of the litter did not grow out as we had hoped, or did not satisfactorily pass all of their required health testing needed to be included in the breeding program. Since many of these health tests can not be completed until the pug is 2 years of age or older, it is important that we find the perfect home for the pug to live out its life to the fullest. Think of these health tests like those they put astronauts through. Not receiving an extremely high score in a test does not mean the pug is unhealthy, it simply means it does not need to be included in the breeding program (or fly to the moon). In this situation, we might have a pug who is 2 years of age, trained for show (and might even already have a championship or other titles like Tricks or CGC or rally). Most importantly, the pug will be socialized, trained and awesome house pets as well since they have been living with us in our home.
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. If this rare occasion were to arise, we would look for an amazing home where the pug would be able to thrive. It might also be possible that one of our picks of the litter did not grow out as we had hoped, or did not satisfactorily pass all of their required health testing needed to be included in the breeding program. Since many of these health tests can not be completed until the pug is 2 years of age or older, it is important that we find the perfect home for the pug to live out its life to the fullest. Think of these health tests like those they put astronauts through. Not receiving an extremely high score in a test does not mean the pug is unhealthy, it simply means it does not need to be included in the breeding program (or fly to the moon). In this situation, we might have a pug who is 2 years of age, trained for show (and might even already have a championship or other titles like Tricks or CGC or rally). Most importantly, the pug will be socialized, trained and awesome house pets as well since they have been living with us in our home.
Rescue & Foster Pugs & Pug Wannabees
Needing Forever Homes
(not bred by Pickwick Pugs)
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Occasionally we rescue and/or foster a pug (and sometimes other breeds and All-American dogs who wish they were pugs!) who need rescuing. Through our work with our group www.FureverHomeRescue.weebly.com, we help other rescue groups with training, fostering, socializing, and general care until we are able to find the perfect match for their forever home and adoption.
We have made a lot of wonderful matches over the years, and have even been fortunate to have some families who have kept in touch with us.
We have made a lot of wonderful matches over the years, and have even been fortunate to have some families who have kept in touch with us.
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