I have been a toy and mini poodle lover ever since I can remember and I also love all animals including horses, of which I have a few.  I'm not a full-time poodle breeder and I live simply without others to support so my prices are not exhorbitant, but these are not cheap poodles. This allows me to be selective regarding their future homes. I'm not a "salesman" by nature and my references will tell you that I honestly work with you to find you a very suitable pet poodle and stand behind your choice well after you take them home. I also know the more reputable poodle breeders in California and if I don't have what you are looking for, I will direct you to them. 

The color choices I offer are red, apricot, cream, black, and sometimes phantom, brindle or brown.  My poodles have the modern conformation with long legs, short backs and refined muzzles, not like the old-fashioned poodle of the past.  I don't have any white, silver or parti colors and because of this, very few "mismarks."  Their pedigrees are time-tested, and I will be continuing that reputation:  Many are show quality poodles.  Look for us in the AKC dog show ring soon!

My priorities in breeding are these:
1. Health.  I genetically test my sires for PRA, progressive retinal atrophy, and do not breed any that could possibly carry an inherited disease, such as epilepsy or cataracts.
2. Personality.  Every poodle has something special to offer, from the happy-peppy types to the quieter, less-in-your-face types.  A true poodle lover loves them all.
3. Color.  Isn't it great how the poodle comes in so many colors to choose from, and hypoallergenic to boot!

Those first two priorities are more lasting than the third. The red color in particular fades over a few years into apricot.

A Bachelor's degree in nursing with years of experience, specifically OB/GYN, coupled with my extensive background in raising and training horses gives me a solid medical foundation for raising poodles, in which I have been active since the early 1990s.  I now work at home in medical transcription, which allows me to supervise their care 24/7.  I have an extensive knowledge of the possible medical weaknesses of poodles, and am able to prioritize and pro-act, if necessary.

All of my litters are AKC registered.  I welcome your visit and will show you the puppies' dam and sire and siblings.  You will find all of my dogs' teeth are CLEAN and they have no ear mites.  I love to have fun with grooming and celebrate their coats with the Continental, Dutch, Sporting, Bikini and "Other" styles.  You will find my house clean (I have a white floor).  They live in my house and really sleep with me (not all at once).  I allow all of my dogs capable of negotiating steps access to my back yard on a regular basis, supervised, of course.  Here they can enjoy the fresh air and romp on the hills, which strengthens their joints and encourages exercise.  Only the very youngest puppies are kept in playpens until they are old enough to socialize with all my other dogs, young and old, big and small, supervised, of course.

I stand behind every word and picture on this website.  It is all true.  I also guarantee my warranty.  You may not find that is the case elsewhere.  This protects:
1.  Your emotional and financial investment.
2.  The puppy's happiness.
3.  My reputation.

                                           
Here's Bambi.                                                                     This is me now after showing my
He started it all                                                                    Vallee's Raging Red Hercules
for me in the 60's.                                                                in his second AKC show -
                                                                                            6-9-month-old puppy class.