Finding a Breeder
Poodle Breeders in Hawaii
By Marko · September 11, 2026
Island logistics make Hawaii’s poodle scene small but real — a Kauai program, a Big Island Standard kennel and a screened Honolulu-area breeder. Verified breeders below. Note: Hawaii’s pet quarantine rules add paperwork — confirm timelines with your breeder.
Key Takeaways
- A directory listing in Hawaii is not a recommendation. Vet any breeder yourself before you pay a deposit.
- Health testing is the baseline: ask for hip and eye screening and the breed’s DNA results.
- If travel allows, meet the dam and view the puppies’ home yourself.
- A responsible breeder vets you, gives you a contract, and keeps an interest in the puppy.
- Walk away from stockpiled litters, unseen parents, or a hard sell on deposits.
Kauai Poodles — Kapaa
ENS-trained, well-socialized poodles listed on AKC Marketplace in Kapaa, HI.
Kona Poodles — Big Island
Standard poodle program on the Big Island of Hawaii with current breeding dogs and farm setting.
Xtreme Poodles Hawaii (Marian) — Hawaii
GoodDog-screened Standard program (member since 2023) breeding for health, temperament and intelligence, with reported parent testing.
Lindsey Okamoto — Ewa Beach
AKC-listed breeder in Ewa Beach, HI — contact for upcoming plans.
Breeder resources for Hawaii
- PCA National Breeder Referral — West of the Mississippi: Mary Olund, (415) 457-4648.
Use this list as a starting point, not an endorsement. Every breeder named in Hawaii still needs to be checked out. Ask about the parents’ hip and eye results and the DNA tests this breed needs. Where travel allows, see the mother and the puppies’ home for yourself. A responsible Hawaii breeder will welcome the questions, provide a contract, and care where the puppy goes.
How to vet a Hawaii breeder
- Ask for OFA hips (Standards), PRA-prcd and vWD DNA results — and verify them yourself. See how to tell a purebred poodle.
- Expect $2,000–$4,000 for a well-bred island puppy. See how much poodles cost.
- Confirm quarantine and inter-island transport plans in writing — read why to avoid poodle puppy farms.
Know another reputable Hawaii poodle breeder? PoodleHQ doesn’t endorse individual breeders — always do your own due diligence before buying.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find a reputable poodle breeder in Hawaii?
Start with the state poodle club and AKC referrals, then confirm health testing, a written contract and full access to the parents.
What health tests should a Hawaii poodle breeder do?
Hip, eye and DNA testing at the least, with documentation you can see. Ask to see the results, not just the certificates.
Should I visit a breeder before buying?
Yes, if you can. Nothing on a website compares to meeting the mother and viewing the litter’s space.
What are red flags in a poodle breeder?
Litters from many breeds, no screening, and deposit pressure before you see the puppy.
Nearby state guides
Comparing breeders across state lines? See our guides for Poodle breeders in California, Poodle breeders in Washington and Poodle breeders in Oregon, or browse the full state-by-state directory.