Our Values

All of our parents are screened for genetic health diseases, and some receive cardiac, eyes, knee, and hip exams as recommended by the Poodle Club of America. Our puppies are examined by our vet at least once before going to their furever homes, and our sales contract includes a one-year congenital health protection clause for the buyer.

We pay close attention to the American Kennel Club's breed standards on structure and appearance ("conformation") to ensure that we're buying and holding back poodles that meet or exceed these standards. It's our goal to improve the breed. We look for things like good proportions, short muzzles, and good bites. This helps increase the chances of these good genetics being passed down to the offspring.

Poodles are a generally very social and friendly breed; however, just like humans, each one has its own, unique personality. We select parents who exhibit the traits that we wish to produce in our puppies, and we're very intentional when deciding which adults to pair together. 

Here at Klaus Poodles, we're big on communication and transparency. When you decide to join the Klaus Poodles family, you will receive frequent updates about upcoming litters and we stay in close contact throughout the process. Some would say we overcommunicate! We frequently update our website and private Facebook group, and we're also available for questions even after you purchase a puppy from us.

Puppies are raised indoors and loved on daily by people of all ages. They experience many common household sights and sounds and interact with other dogs. This gives them the best possible start in life and sets them up to be well adjusted, outgoing adult dogs.

Despite our many years of breeding experience, we continue our education through multiple channels - networking with other breeders, chatting with our reproductive veterinarian, and listening to podcasts and webinars. We also enjoy passing on our knowledge to our buyers, especially first-time puppy owners. Our puppy "go-home" folder is extensive and offers everything from a Potty flow chart to information on pet insurance, and much more!