Finding a Breeder
Poodle Breeders in New York
By Marko · September 11, 2026
New York has one of the country’s deepest poodle scenes — show kennels with decades of history, health-tested family programs and AKC-inspected Toy specialists. Verified programs below.
Key Takeaways
- A directory listing in New York is not a recommendation. Vet any breeder yourself before you pay a deposit.
- Ask for the health certificates and read the numbers on hips, eyes and DNA.
- See the mother and the puppies’ home if you are able to travel.
- A careful breeder asks you plenty, signs a contract, and checks in later.
- Hidden parents, endless litters or pressure to pay are all good reasons to leave.
Alexander Poodles — Hillsdale
Breeding quality Standard poodles since 1973, including rare silvers and blues from champion bloodlines. Has donated 25+ puppies to the Guide Dog Foundation. Phone (518) 325-1230.
MizzElle’s Standard Poodles — New York
20+ years breeding AKC Standards raised in-home, never kenneled. Fully genetically tested parents, 2-year written health guarantee, BBB A+ rated, lifetime breeder support.
Eriand Poodles — Port Washington, Long Island
Small hobby breeder of AKC Miniature and Standard poodles, home-raised. Phone (516) 246-0786.
Hillside Standard Poodles — Rome
Family program at the foothills of the Adirondacks breeding AKC Standard, Miniature and Toy poodles in reds, browns, blacks and whites. Phone (315) 790-7472.
RedTeddy Poodles — Ancram
Red and apricot AKC Toy and Miniature specialist in the Hudson Valley, breeding 10+ years. Inspected by AKC and NY Dept. of Agriculture; parents tested for inheritable disease.
Website · AKC Marketplace profile
Morningstar Poodles — New Berlin
GoodDog-screened Miniature program (member since 2021) with reported parent health testing, AKC registration and puppy starter packs.
Nicole Morris’s Toy Poodles — New York
GoodDog-screened Toy program (member since 2022) with reported health testing, vet checks and first shots.
100% Poodle Kennel — Eastern New York
In-home breeder of Toy and Miniature poodles (including silver parti and chocolate), DNA-tested parents, 2+ year health guarantee.
Tiny Companions — West Winfield
AKC-inspected kennel specializing in Toy, Tiny Toy and Teacup poodles, especially phantoms and reds. Family-raised indoors.
More AKC-listed New York breeders
- Kathy Gillooley — Fleischmanns (Standard, Breeder of Merit)
- William Brunken — Fayetteville (apricot Standards, Breeder of Merit)
- Joan Markowitz — Staten Island (Breeder of Merit)
- Kassidy Madison — Bronx (Bred with H.E.A.R.T.)
- ZoeAnne Williamson — Massena (black/café Standards)
- Loretta Offen — Rochester (phantom Standards)
Browse them all on AKC Marketplace — Poodle puppies in New York.
Breeder resources for New York
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Nearby: New Jersey, Massachusetts, Vermont.
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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 New York still needs to be checked out. Check the parents’ hip and eye screening and their DNA test status. If you can travel, meet the dam and see the space the litter is raised in. A responsible New York breeder will welcome the questions, provide a contract, and care where the puppy goes.
How to vet a New York breeder
- Ask for OFA hips (Standards), PRA-prcd and vWD DNA results — and verify them yourself. See how to tell a purebred poodle.
- Expect $1,500–$3,000+ for a well-bred pet puppy; rare colors cost more. 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 New York 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 New York?
Start with your poodle club and the AKC referral list, then judge each breeder on testing, contracts and access.
What health tests should a New York poodle breeder do?
Screening for hips and eyes and the breed’s DNA tests, supported by the actual reports. Ask to see the results, not just the certificates.
Should I visit a breeder before buying?
Yes, if you can. An in-person meeting with the mother and the puppies’ space beats any online profile.
What are red flags in a poodle breeder?
A mix of breeds and litters, no health screening, and deposit pressure without a visit.
Nearby state guides
Comparing breeders across state lines? See our guides for Poodle breeders in New Jersey, Poodle breeders in Pennsylvania, Poodle breeders in Connecticut and Poodle breeders in Rhode Island, or browse the full state-by-state directory.