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Interested in Purchasing A Poodle?

Do your homework first!!!!!   Don't be taken advantage of.  There are lots of backyard breeders, puppy mills and unscrupulous people.  Be a knowledgeable consumer.  We suggest you read the following information before-hand:

"Poodles Come in Three Sizes" from the Poodle Club of America

"Purchasing a Poodle" from the Poodle Club of America

"Congratulations on Your New Poodle Puppy"
from the Poodle Club of America

"Buying a Poodle" from Versatility in Poodles

"How to Evaluate a Breeder" from Versatility in Poodles


"Don't be the Victim of an Unethical Breeder" from Versatility in Poodles

       Toy Poodles
       Miniature Poodles
       Standard Poodles
 






Doodles  -  the New Designer Breeds



Read more about the new craze of doodles - dogs bred with poodles that are also known as "designer" breeds. 




The Illustrated Poodle Standard


"That of a very active, intelligent and elegant-appearing dog, squarely built, well proportioned, moving soundly and carrying himself proudly. Properly clipped in the traditional fashion and carefully groomed, the Poodle has about him an air of distinction and dignity peculiar to himself."

So begins the the poodle standard.  To read the entire standard click here.

What is a breed standard?   It is an official written description of the ideal dog of each AKC-recognized breed, as specified by the breed's parent club.  In the poodle's case, it is the Poodle Club of America.  You can find out lots more about poodles by accessing their website at www.poodleclubofamerica.org.