Poodle Breeders in South Carolina

Upstate South Carolina has two health-focused programs worth calling, with AKC Merit litters on the coast. Verified breeders below.

Key Takeaways

A directory listing in South Carolina 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.

Moonrise Poodles (Aleksandra Mitsel) — Lexington

Quality health-tested Miniature poodles in red, black and silver.

Website · AKC Marketplace profile

Mountain View Standard Poodles — Travelers Rest

Small family breeder of red and brown AKC Standards near Greenville. All dogs genetically health-tested, ENS/ESI-raised in the living room, 30 days Trupanion insurance. $1,500 pet price. Call (864) 640-0201.

Website

Pups N Plus (Kim’s Cozy Canines) — South Carolina

Vet-tech breeder (20+ years) specializing in teacup, Toy and Mini poodles with 5-star buyer reviews.

Website

More AKC-listed South Carolina breeders

AnnMarie Saunier — Myrtle Beach (Breeder of Merit)

Browse all on AKC Marketplace — Poodle puppies in South Carolina.

Breeder resources for South Carolina

PCA National Breeder Referral — East of the Mississippi: Leslie Newing, (203) 255-3396.
Nearby: North Carolina, Georgia and Florida directories.

Use this list as a starting point, not an endorsement. Every breeder named in South Carolina 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 South Carolina breeder will welcome the questions, provide a contract, and care where the puppy goes.

How to vet a South Carolina 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 SC. 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 South Carolina 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 South Carolina?

Start with your poodle club and the AKC referral list, then judge each breeder on testing, contracts and access.

What health tests should a South Carolina 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 North Carolina, Poodle breeders in Georgia, Poodle breeders in Virginia and Poodle breeders in Tennessee, or browse the full state-by-state directory.