Finding a Breeder
Poodle Breeders in Texas
By Marko · September 11, 2026
Texas has the deepest poodle market in the South — OFA-tested Standard programs, red Toy specialists and dozens of AKC Merit kennels. Verified breeders below.
Key Takeaways
- A directory listing in Texas 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.
Valora Poodles (Emily) — Whitewright
Standard program testing above OFA CHIC standards (hips, thyroid, eyes, cardiac plus genetics), ENS/ESI and Puppy Culture raised, Volhard aptitude testing at 7 weeks, structural evaluation at 9 weeks.
Texas Toy Poodles (Yessica) — Houston
In-home hobby breeder of red Toy poodles. DNA health panels on all parents, vet exams, 12-month guarantee. Call or text (832) 504-0784.
Lone Star Pups — Texas
Mini and Toy seller (979) 314-9974 working with experienced breeders; verify parent health paperwork directly.
T6 Mini Aussies (Kelli) — Bryan
GoodDog-screened program (member since 2022) breeding Standard poodles alongside Aussies, with reported DNA panels.
More AKC-listed Texas breeders
- Guinnette Peebles — Houston (Breeder of Merit)
- Angie — China Spring (silver Minis, Breeder of Merit)
- Melissa Emerson — Katy (Bred with H.E.A.R.T., champion bloodlines)
- Brenda Gaudet — Austin (champion-line Toys)
- Rachel McEnery — Spring (McEnery Standards)
- Klaus Poodles (Crystal Klaus) — Spring
- Hara Murphy — Allen · Kerstin Gorr — Cisco · Regina Dubroc — Votaw · Karen Bolt — Caldwell
Browse them all on AKC Marketplace — Poodle puppies in Texas.
Breeder resources for Texas
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Nearby: Oklahoma, New Mexico, Louisiana, Arkansas.
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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 Texas 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 Texas breeder will welcome the questions, provide a contract, and care where the puppy goes.
How to vet a Texas breeder
- Texas volume means brokers mix with breeders — insist on meeting parents and OFA/DNA paperwork. See how to tell a purebred poodle.
- Expect $1,500–$3,500 for a well-bred pet puppy in Texas. See how much poodles cost.
- Read why to avoid poodle puppy farms — high-volume Texas sellers need extra scrutiny.
Know another reputable Texas 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 Texas?
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 Texas 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 New Mexico, Poodle breeders in Oklahoma, Poodle breeders in Arkansas and Poodle breeders in Louisiana, or browse the full state-by-state directory.