Karen Grueninger

Karen Grueninger is a Pug breeder in Columbia, IL, in southern Illinois near St. Louis. She has been breeding Pugs for many years, collaborating with local veterinarians and following health-screening protocols to address concerns such as hip dysplasia and respiratory function.

Her Pugs are raised indoors as part of the family, with early socialization around children and other pets, and supervised play in a secure outdoor area. The breeding space offers ample natural light, well-maintained climate-controlled comfort and opportunities for gentle training routines. Her program prioritizes the breed’s characteristic wrinkled expression, calm temperament and friendly disposition.

She works with reputable registries and maintains pedigrees for each litter to track lineage and health history. All puppies receive age-appropriate vaccinations, microchips and thorough health checks before joining their new homes. Owners often praise the pups’ placid nature and adaptability to home life.