Finding a Breeder
Poodle Breeders in Indiana
By Marko · September 11, 2026
Northern Indiana has a cluster of Toy and Miniature programs — including two multi-litter family kennels — with AKC-listed breeders statewide. Verified breeders below.
Key Takeaways
- A directory listing in Indiana is not a recommendation. Vet any breeder yourself before you pay a deposit.
- Check that both parents are screened for hips and eyes and carry the relevant DNA tests.
- Meet the mother and look at the puppies’ surroundings when you can.
- A breeder worth buying from asks about you, offers a contract, and keeps contact.
- Treat hidden parents, constant litters and deposit pressure as reasons to walk.
Posh Puppies Indiana — Warsaw
Toy and Miniature poodle program in Warsaw, IN with multiple current litters across colors (red, apricot, black-and-tan, merle, parti). Waitlist and meet-and-greet scheduling available.
Ramsey Creek Kennels — Lexington
Family-raised Miniature puppies in Lexington, IN with early socialization and a written health guarantee. Phone (812) 830-0784.
Puppies of Indiana — Plainville
Raising Miniature poodles (and Yorkies) since 2012. Vet-checked, microchipped, socialized puppies with a genetic guarantee. Call/text Randall Wagler (812) 617-1366.
More AKC-listed Indiana breeders
- Gabriel Helmuth — Etna Green (Bred with H.E.A.R.T.)
- Kevin Miller — Goshen (champion-bloodline Tiny Toys)
- Jay V. Yoder — Goshen (Toy)
- Jesse Graber — New Haven (Miniature)
- Beverly Knepp — Washington (Toy)
- Regina (Odon), William Strohm (Vincennes), Candice Breedlove (Anderson), Deborah Beer (Syracuse)
Browse them all on AKC Marketplace — Poodle puppies in Indiana.
Breeder resources for Indiana
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PCA National Breeder Referral — East of the Mississippi: Leslie Newing, (203) 255-3396.
Use this list as a starting point, not an endorsement. Every breeder named in Indiana still needs to be checked out. Confirm the parents are screened for hips and eyes and carry the DNA tests for the breed. Where possible, visit, meet the mother and inspect the puppies’ surroundings. A responsible Indiana breeder will welcome the questions, provide a contract, and care where the puppy goes.
How to vet an Indiana breeder
- Ask for OFA hips (Standards), PRA-prcd and vWD DNA results — and verify them yourself. See how to tell a purebred poodle.
- Expect $1,000–$2,500 for a well-bred pet puppy in Indiana. See how much poodles cost.
- Visit in person or video-call before sending a deposit — read why to avoid poodle puppy farms.
Know another reputable Indiana 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 Indiana?
Begin with the local poodle club and AKC referrals, then look for health testing, a contract, and breeders happy to show the parents.
What health tests should a Indiana poodle breeder do?
Hip and eye checks plus poodle DNA tests, and ask to review the results yourself. Ask to see the results, not just the certificates.
Should I visit a breeder before buying?
Yes, if you can. Seeing the mother and the puppies’ surroundings is more revealing than any listing.
What are red flags in a poodle breeder?
Skipping health tests, breeding many kinds at once, and pushing a deposit sight unseen.
Nearby state guides
Comparing breeders across state lines? See our guides for Poodle breeders in Michigan, Poodle breeders in Illinois, Poodle breeders in Kentucky and Poodle breeders in Ohio, or browse the full state-by-state directory.