Puppies for Sale near Lipan, Texas, USA,
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English Fox Red Labs
Date listed: 12/17/2025
Litter of 12
Breed:
Labrador Retriever
Price:
$2,000
Nickname:
Litter of 12
Gender:
Male
Age:
4 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
BLUFF DALE, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 11.7 mi from Lipan
Beautiful litter of 12 Fox Red (Yellow) English Lab puppies. This is a repeat breeding from three years ago. These puppies are dark and blocky. Puppies will be sold ONLY with a...
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CREATE A WANTED ADPurebred pembroke welsh corgi
Date listed: 01/10/2026
Litter of 2
Breed:
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Price:
$1,800
Nickname:
Litter of 2
Gender:
Male
Age:
16 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
MINERAL WELLS, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 20.8 mi from Lipan
DOB 09/19/2025
• Breed: Pembroke Welsh Corgi (purebred)
• Gender: Male (2 available)
• Temperament: Friendly, playful, and affectionate
• Raised in a caring...
Female 3 Mini Goldendoodle
Date listed: 12/22/2025
Female 3 Mini
Breed:
Goldendoodle (Miniature)
Price:
$1,000
Nickname:
Female 3 Mini
Gender:
Female
Age:
9 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
DUBLIN, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 34.5 mi from Lipan
???? Meet Your New Best Friend — Mini Goldendoodles Available! ????
Looking for the perfect family companion in a smaller, cuddly package? Our Mini Goldendoodle puppies are...
Female 2 Mini Goldendoodle
Date listed: 12/22/2025
Female 2 Mini
Breed:
Goldendoodle (Miniature)
Price:
$1,000
Nickname:
Female 2 Mini
Gender:
Female
Age:
9 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
DUBLIN, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 34.5 mi from Lipan
???? Meet Your New Best Friend — Mini Goldendoodles Available! ????
Looking for the perfect family companion in a smaller, cuddly package? Our Mini Goldendoodle puppies are...
Female 1 Mini Goldendoodle
Date listed: 12/22/2025
Female 1 Mini
Breed:
Goldendoodle (Miniature)
Price:
$1,000
Nickname:
Female 1 Mini
Gender:
Female
Age:
9 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
DUBLIN, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 34.5 mi from Lipan
???? Meet Your New Best Friend — Mini Goldendoodles Available! ????
Looking for the perfect family companion in a smaller, cuddly package? Our Mini Goldendoodle puppies are...
Belgian Malinois Cross Puppies
Date listed: 12/31/2025
Litter of 9
Breed:
Belgian Malinois
Price:
$850
Nickname:
Litter of 9
Gender:
Male(s) and Female(s)
Age:
11 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
CROWLEY, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 40.8 mi from Lipan
Belgian Malinois Cross Puppies!
This litter of pups are already demonstrating exceptional intelligence and willingness to please.
Mother...
Tonka
Date listed: 12/23/2025
Tonka
Breed:
Boston Terrier
Price:
$750*
Nickname:
Tonka
Gender:
Male
Age:
15 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
BURLESON, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 42.4 mi from Lipan
Sweet cuddly boy that loves people and playing
Precious Angels Straight from Heaven PASH Puppie
Date listed: 12/30/2025
Litter of 3
Breed:
YorkiePoo
Price:
$500
Nickname:
Litter of 3
Gender:
Male
Age:
4 Months Old
Location:
USA
BLUE MOUND, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 44.7 mi from Lipan
3 male yorkipoos- 2 chocolate with white stripe on chest, and 1 tri-colored (white, cream, and black)
Chico
Date listed: 12/16/2025
Chico
Breed:
French Bulldog
Price:
$1,000
Nickname:
Chico
Gender:
Male
Age:
1 Year 11 Months Old
Location:
USA
FORT WORTH, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 44.7 mi from Lipan
Merle Frenchie : DOB: 01/27/24. AKC Paperwork on hand.
Akc Blue Fawn Merle French Bulldog Female
Date listed: 01/14/2026
Snickerdoodle
Breed:
French Bulldog
Price:
$3,000
Nickname:
Snickerdoodle
Gender:
Female
Age:
6 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
NEWARK, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 46.7 mi from Lipan
Akc blue Tri french bulldog female. Sweet and Gentle, well socialized with other animals and people.
Born 12/1/2025 Will be Vet checked, dna health tested, akc, vaccinations up...
Akc Blue French Bulldog Female
Date listed: 01/14/2026
Vixen
Breed:
French Bulldog
Price:
$2,000
Nickname:
Vixen
Gender:
Female
Age:
13 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
NEWARK, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 46.7 mi from Lipan
Akc blue french bulldog female. Sweet and Gentle, well socialized with other animals and people.
Puppy Financing Available at www.greylynnandco.com
Vet checked, dna health...
Akc Blue Fluffy French Bulldog Female
Date listed: 01/14/2026
Dancer
Breed:
French Bulldog
Price:
$3,000
Nickname:
Dancer
Gender:
Female
Age:
13 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
NEWARK, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 46.7 mi from Lipan
Akc blue fluffy french bulldog female.
Puppy Financing Available at www.greylynnandco.com
Vet checked, dna health tested, akc, vaccinations up to date, ready to go.
Born...
Akc Blue Tri French Bulldog Female
Date listed: 01/14/2026
Macaroon
Breed:
French Bulldog
Price:
$3,000
Nickname:
Macaroon
Gender:
Female
Age:
6 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
NEWARK, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 46.7 mi from Lipan
Akc blue Tri french bulldog female. Sweet and Gentle, well socialized with other animals and people.
Born 12/1/2025 Will be Vet checked, dna health tested, akc, vaccinations up...
Akc Blue Fawn French Bulldog male
Date listed: 01/14/2026
Biscotti
Breed:
French Bulldog
Price:
$3,000
Nickname:
Biscotti
Gender:
Male
Age:
6 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
NEWARK, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 46.7 mi from Lipan
Akc blue fawn french bulldog male. Sweet and Gentle, well socialized with other animals and people.
Born 12/1/2025 Will be Vet checked, dna health tested, akc, vaccinations up to...
2 male corgi puppies
Date listed: 12/28/2025
Blue and teal
Breed:
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Price:
$500
Nickname:
Blue and teal
Gender:
Male
Age:
8 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
MERIDIAN, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 47.6 mi from Lipan
6 weeks old 12/27/25 first round of shots 12/29/25! Ready to go to a loving home!
French bulldogs
Date listed: 01/02/2026
Litter of 4
Breed:
French Bulldog
Price:
$2,500
Nickname:
Litter of 4
Gender:
Male(s) and Female(s)
Age:
10 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
BOYD, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 47.9 mi from Lipan
French Bulldog Puppies – Ready Now!
Looking for the perfect addition to your family? These 9-week-old Frenchies are the total package!
✔️AKC registered
✔️ Vet...
F1b Goldendoodles red
Date listed: 01/14/2026
Litter of 9
Breed:
Goldendoodle mix (+ Poodle Standard)
Price:
$1,500
Nickname:
Litter of 9
Gender:
Male(s) and Female(s)
Age:
6 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
JACKSBORO, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 48.7 mi from Lipan
6 males & 3 females available. They are 6 weeks old and have had their 1st set of shots and clean bill of health. They will be ready to go to their new homes Jan. 26 at 8...
Precious Pom
Date listed: 01/05/2026
Peep
Breed:
Pomeranian
Price:
$2,500
Nickname:
Peep
Gender:
Male
Age:
10 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 54.1 mi from Lipan
AKC male. Brown and white. $2500 No shipping available. Call Penny 817-281-2558 landline only.
Cute Yorkshire Terrier Puppy
Date listed: 01/13/2026
Camila
Breed:
Yorkshire Terrier
Price:
$650
Nickname:
Camila
Gender:
Female
Age:
10 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
ARLINGTON, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 55.3 mi from Lipan
Camila is a very cute and cuddly girl. She loves to play with her toys and enjoys going outside to play in the yard. She has a nice thick coat of hair and she gives los of sweet...
Wolf hybrid pups
Date listed: 01/10/2026
Litter of 6
Breed:
German Shepherd Dog-Wolf Hybrid Mix
Price:
$1,000*
Nickname:
Litter of 6
Gender:
Male(s) and Female(s)
Age:
1 Week Old
Location:
USA
HAMILTON, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 56.6 mi from Lipan
Hello!
We welcomed a beautiful litter on August 8, 2026 ???? These pups are a unique mix of Gray Wolf, German Shepherd, Siberian Husky, and Alaskan Malamute. Both parents have...
Frenchie Puppy
Date listed: 01/09/2026
Huncho
Breed:
French Bulldog
Price:
$3,000*
Nickname:
Huncho
Gender:
Male
Age:
9 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
GRAND PRAIRIE, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 61.6 mi from Lipan
Blue Merle - Male
Frenchie Pups For Sale
Date listed: 12/16/2025
Litter of 10
Breed:
French Bulldog
Price:
$3,000*
Nickname:
Litter of 10
Gender:
Male(s) and Female(s)
Age:
9 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
GRAND PRAIRIE, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 61.6 mi from Lipan
Well I have some nice blue tri & some lilacs for 2500/males & 2800/females, Merles for 3k and chocolate tri male I want 2800 for but will take 2600, rare colors on all of...
AKC Vanier Snuggles
Date listed: 01/11/2026
Snuggles
Breed:
Pekingese
Price:
$2,500
Nickname:
Snuggles
Gender:
Male
Age:
1 Year 8 Months Old
Location:
USA
ARGYLE, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 65.3 mi from Lipan
A very sweet white boy that would make a happy pet for someone that loves the calm temperament of a Peke.
Snuggles will be about 12 lbs. as an adult. Vaccinations up to date. ...
Fluffy Corgi
Date listed: 01/15/2026
Fluffy Corgi
Breed:
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Price:
$2,500
Nickname:
Fluffy Corgi
Gender:
Female
Age:
7 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
HILLSBORO, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 65.4 mi from Lipan
This sweet girl is named Honey. Her name says it all, she is the sweetest little girl you will ever find. She is a phenomenal cuddler, she melts into you when being held, she...
Tucker
Date listed: 01/15/2026
Buddy
Breed:
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Price:
$1,500
Nickname:
Buddy
Gender:
Male
Age:
7 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
HILLSBORO, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 65.4 mi from Lipan
Tucker is the best little cuddler and loves following his people everywhere. If you are looking for a fur baby that wants to be by your side and your best buddy, this little dude...
Buddy
Date listed: 01/15/2026
Buddy
Breed:
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Price:
$1,500
Nickname:
Buddy
Gender:
Male
Age:
7 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
HILLSBORO, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 65.4 mi from Lipan
Buddy is the best little cuddler and loves following his people everywhere. If you are looking for a fur baby that wants to be by your side and your best buddy, this little dude...
Archie
Date listed: 01/14/2026
Archie
Breed:
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Price:
$2,000
Nickname:
Archie
Gender:
Male
Age:
7 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
HILLSBORO, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 65.4 mi from Lipan
This gorgeous blue eyed red Merle is going to be an absolutely stunning adult! Archie is out of DNA health tested parents and has had a lot of hands on time, creating a true...
Price drop puppies
Date listed: 12/20/2025
Litter of 5
Breed:
Goldendoodle
Price:
$600*
Nickname:
Litter of 5
Gender:
Male(s) and Female(s)
Age:
4 Months Old
Location:
USA
DENTON, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 71.5 mi from Lipan
5 medium sized golden doodles. One girl and four boys.
RARE White and Apricot Maltipoo
Date listed: 01/02/2026
Oliver
Breed:
Maltipoo (Miniature)
Price:
$800
Nickname:
Oliver
Gender:
Male
Age:
9 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
HIGHLAND VILL, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 71.7 mi from Lipan
Oliver is a charming and gentle little pup with a heart full of love. With 75% Maltese and 25% Poodle in his mix, he combines the best qualities of both breeds. His Maltese...
Hiker Toy Red Merle Male Aussie
Date listed: 01/12/2026
Hiker
Breed:
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Price:
$3,000
Nickname:
Hiker
Gender:
Male
Age:
8 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
FORESTBURG, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 75.2 mi from Lipan
Hiker is a Toy Red Merle Male
Green Eyes
Born November 17, 2025
ASDR Registration
Elite Grand Champion Parents!
Parents Full Panel Tested and Clear!
Microchipped, Current on...
Seeker Toy Blue Merle Male Aussie
Date listed: 01/12/2026
Seeker
Breed:
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Price:
$3,000
Nickname:
Seeker
Gender:
Male
Age:
8 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
FORESTBURG, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 75.2 mi from Lipan
Seeker is a Toy Blue Merle Male
Blue Marbled Eye / Brown Eye
Born November 17, 2025
ASDR Registration
Elite Grand Champion Parents!
Parents Full Panel Tested and...
Stroll Toy Blue Merle Male Aussie
Date listed: 01/12/2026
Stroll
Breed:
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Price:
$3,000
Nickname:
Stroll
Gender:
Male
Age:
8 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
FORESTBURG, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 75.2 mi from Lipan
Stroll is a Toy Blue Merle Male
Blue Eye / Marbled Eye
Born November 17, 2025
ASDR Registration
Elite Grand Champion Parents!
Parents Full Panel Tested and Clear!
Microchipped,...
Jaunt Toy to Small Mini Black Tri Female Aussie
Date listed: 01/12/2026
Jaunt
Breed:
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Price:
$2,250
Nickname:
Jaunt
Gender:
Female
Age:
8 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
FORESTBURG, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 75.2 mi from Lipan
Jaunt is a Toy / Small Mini Black Tri Female
Blue Eyes
Born November 17, 2025
ASDR Registration
Elite Grand Champion Parents!
Parents Full Panel Tested and Clear!
Microchipped,...
Trek Toy Black Tri Male Aussie
Date listed: 01/12/2026
Trek
Breed:
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Price:
$1,500
Nickname:
Trek
Gender:
Male
Age:
8 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
FORESTBURG, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 75.2 mi from Lipan
Trek is a Toy Black Tri Male
Brown Eyes
Born November 17, 2025
ASDR Registration
Elite Grand Champion Parents!
Parents Full Panel Tested and Clear!
Microchipped, Current on...
Lamy Toy Blue Merle Female Aussie
Date listed: 01/12/2026
Lamy
Breed:
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Price:
$3,500
Nickname:
Lamy
Gender:
Female
Age:
10 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
FORESTBURG, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 75.2 mi from Lipan
Lamy is a Toy Blue Merle Female
Blue Eyes
Born November 6, 2025
ASDR Registration
Elite Grand Champion Parents!
Parents Full Panel Tested and Clear!
Microchipped, Current on...
Pelikan Toy to Small Mini Black Tri Male Aussie
Date listed: 01/12/2026
Pelikan
Breed:
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Price:
$1,500
Nickname:
Pelikan
Gender:
Male
Age:
10 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
FORESTBURG, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 75.2 mi from Lipan
Pelikan is a Toy / Small Mini Black Tri Male
Brown Eyes
Born November 6, 2025
ASDR Registration
Elite Grand Champion Parents!
Parents Full Panel Tested and Clear!...
Visconti Toy Black Tri Male Aussie
Date listed: 01/12/2026
Visconti
Breed:
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Price:
$1,500
Nickname:
Visconti
Gender:
Male
Age:
10 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
FORESTBURG, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 75.2 mi from Lipan
Visconti is a Toy Black Tri Male
Brown Eyes
Born November 6, 2025
ASDR Registration
Elite Grand Champion Parents!
Parents Full Panel Tested and Clear!
Microchipped, Current on...
Great Dane Puppies
Date listed: 01/03/2026
Great Dane
Breed:
Great Dane
Price:
$900*
Nickname:
Great Dane
Gender:
Male
Age:
10 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
FORESTBURG, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 75.2 mi from Lipan
CKC Registered puppies ready for their forever home!! Birthday 10/31/2026
PURE BREED TOY POODLES
Date listed: 12/22/2025
Litter of 6
Breed:
Poodle (Toy)
Price:
$1,300*
Nickname:
Litter of 6
Gender:
Male(s) and Female(s)
Age:
5 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
DALLAS, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 77.3 mi from Lipan
Hi there! I have 6 puppies available for homes! We are located in Dallas TX. And Springfield MO. We have 2 boys and 4 girls.
All puppies will be vaccinated and dewormed before...
MEET AUTUMN
Date listed: 12/27/2025
AUTUMN
Breed:
Golden Retriever
Price:
$650
Nickname:
AUTUMN
Gender:
Female
Age:
10 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
DALLAS, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 77.3 mi from Lipan
Meet Autumn! She brings peaceful, easygoing charm wherever she goes. She’s the calmest puppy in the bunch, content to relax, observe, and enjoy the world at her own unhurried...
Christmas Goldendoodle Black pup Inky Semi Curly
Date listed: 12/19/2025
Inky
Breed:
Goldendoodle
Price:
$400
Nickname:
Inky
Gender:
Male
Age:
5 Months Old
Location:
USA
WACO, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 83.3 mi from Lipan
Inky will be a great Christmas pup. He will be super cute under the tree this year! Inky is a Semi-Curly coat Beautiful Goldendoodle pup. He is Black in color and has a white "T"...
Goldendoodle Twins M MERLE pups Christmas Special
Date listed: 12/19/2025
Hubert and Pap
Breed:
Goldendoodle
Price:
$600
Nickname:
Hubert and Pap
Gender:
Male
Age:
5 Months Old
Location:
USA
WACO, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 83.3 mi from Lipan
The twins are the sweetest pups I have ever had. They are so special. They will be a great Christmas pups. They are huggers. They love to be held. They have long soft hair, and...
Christmas Goldendoodle Pup Silver Merle F
Date listed: 12/19/2025
Luna
Breed:
Goldendoodle
Price:
$400*
Nickname:
Luna
Gender:
Female
Age:
5 Months Old
Location:
USA
WACO, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 83.3 mi from Lipan
Luna will be a great Christmas pup. She will be super cute under the tree this year! Luna has a long hair coat her color is beautiful. She is Silver Merle with zero white on her....
Fully Black Goldendoodle
Date listed: 11/12/2025
Litter of 8
Breed:
Goldendoodle
Price:
$850*
Nickname:
Litter of 8
Gender:
Male(s) and Female(s)
Age:
10 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
GARLAND, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 87.3 mi from Lipan
5 Males and 3 Females beautiful black Goldendoodles
born Nov 4th
Blue heeler pup
Date listed: 01/13/2026
Kayce
Breed:
Australian Cattle Dog
Price:
$300
Nickname:
Kayce
Gender:
Male
Age:
7 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
ROCKWALL, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 97.0 mi from Lipan
Male, 8 weeks old! Super sweet and ready for his forever home!! First set of vaccines done and he’s already kennel trained! Very very smart and eager to please!! Needs a...
Toy Poodle purebred
Date listed: 01/14/2026
Loverboy
Breed:
Poodle (Toy)-Unknown Mix
Price:
$1,450
Nickname:
Loverboy
Gender:
Male
Age:
6 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
COPPERAS COVE, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 97.4 mi from Lipan
Registered Toy poodle purebred, apricot, male, contact for details 2542381125
CAVALIER KING CHARLES SPANIEL
Date listed: 01/13/2026
BISHOP
Breed:
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Price:
$1,495
Nickname:
BISHOP
Gender:
Male
Age:
4 Months Old
Location:
USA
ABILENE, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 98.5 mi from Lipan
AKC REG DOB 9/08/25-REDUCED! Such a darling Blenheim MALE(BISHOP)He is a very sweet, beautifully marked and loves to play and give kisses. His mother weighs approx 13 pounds,...
CAVALIER KING CHARLES SPANIEL
Date listed: 01/13/2026
BEATRICE
Breed:
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Price:
$1,995
Nickname:
BEATRICE
Gender:
Female
Age:
4 Months Old
Location:
USA
ABILENE, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 98.5 mi from Lipan
AKC REG DOB 9/08/25-REDUCED! Such a darling Blenheim FEMALE(BEATRICE) She is VERY petite I expect her to be small like her mother. She is so sweet and beautifully marked and loves...
CAVALIER KING CHARLES SPANIEL
Date listed: 01/13/2026
Benny
Breed:
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Price:
$995*
Nickname:
Benny
Gender:
Male
Age:
9 Months Old
Location:
USA
ABILENE, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 98.5 mi from Lipan
AKC REG…DOB 4/1/25-READY NOW! Blenheim MALE (BENNY)Absolutely adorable! Has all his puppy shots, wormings, rabies, microchip, and he is already NEUTERED! He leaves my home with...
Tinks litter
Date listed: 12/01/2025
Litter of 6
Breed:
Boston Terrier
Price:
$500
Nickname:
Litter of 6
Gender:
Male(s) and Female(s)
Age:
15 Weeks Old
Location:
USA
ABILENE, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 98.5 mi from Lipan
Beautiful Boston Terrier puppies 1 blue and white female, blue and white male, 1 tiger brindle female, 3 black and white 1 female, 2 males. All health checked by vet and first...