Parti coloring is an inherited gene. Therefore breeding Parti to Parti will always produce Parti. The litters may vary having two or more different Parti combinations in them. Phantom coloring is also an inherited gene and is reproduced the same way. They are found in the black/tan, black/silver, brown/tan combinations and are marked in a precision pattern as shown in the photo far right below.

Pedigrees are studied in depth and new dogs are purchased to add to the quality I produce. This assures strong color and strengthens classic features.

I breed both Parti color and solid color toy poodles. The American Kennel Club recognizes a single category as TOY, but toys differ widely in size. I generally breed 6-7 pound females to very small males. This gives me healthy pups that are birthed naturally. With the Moms having lots of milk to go around, my babies get a good start in life. With the Dads being tiny, the size of the mature pups will likewise be small and consistent. Because many people like a good sized family pup, I can plan a breeding to accommodate most needs. Pups weigh in the range of 4-8 pounds having corresponding heights. Obviously, the family scenario should dictate which size of toy is most suitable. The smaller the dog, the more fragile, so although a tiny dog may be cute,owners are encouraged to make their decision based on lifestyle. Remember, dogs are NOT ornaments or fashion accessories. Yes, tiny dogs do fit into designer handbags, but their size also means that they are fragile and need special care and protection. Taking them out all day in a purse while you run errands is not only hazardous to their health but also unkind.

   

I believe that disposition is essential, with quiet obedience and, of course, fun and loving! To this end, I personally whelp each litter; my presence adding comfort to both a new or experienced mum. Each puppy is weighed every 12 hours from birth for a week. Any problems are instantly recognized. Each puppy lives under my watchful eye until it is sold.

Just as dogs like group companionship so do they love people time. Daily they are run in groups and it is just as much fun for me to watch everyone playing “tag” or see two dogs’ pair off and race as fast as their little legs can go! All the dogs have “in the house” time so they can be loved on and know they are part of a family. Once a female is bred she is in the house until the pups are weaned. The pups stay in the house where they learn to be groomed, handled and litter box trained, until they are sold.

My dogs are not caged or housed in individual runs. Instead, they live in groups in a large sectioned, temperature controlled dog house. Each dog has its own cubby hole and bed and access to the larger outdoor area that gives them lots of room to play games with each other or just lounge under the shade trees.

I believe a well socialized puppy is happier and more successful in making the transition from my family to yours. I purposely keep my group of dogs to a manageable size so that I can fully groom and spend one-on-one time with several of them every day. I believe it is important for my dogs to be part of the family and that is why when you come they will greet you as though you were a long, lost friend!!