Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about our Standard Poodle puppies, our process, and what to expect.
We accept cash or credit card. Please visit our Pricing & Payment page for more information.
Below is a list of everything that is included with your new puppy.
- AKC Registration papers
- Vaccination history
- Worming history
- Five year Health Guarantee
- Microchipped
- Sample supply of puppy food
- Collar
- Leash
- Toy with siblings and mothers scent
- Blanket with siblings' and mothers' scent
- Freshly bathed and groomed
Yes. A $300 non-refundable deposit is required to secure a position on our Master Waitlist for upcoming litters. This deposit is applied toward the total purchase price of your puppy once a specific puppy is selected.
The deposit is non-refundable. Families may choose to pass on an available litter and retain their position on the Master Waitlist for a future litter. Please note that limits on passing and additional terms are outlined in the Master Waitlist Agreement, which all families must sign.
The deposit is non-refundable. Families may choose to pass on an available litter and retain their position on the Master Waitlist for a future litter. Please note that limits on passing and additional terms are outlined in the Master Waitlist Agreement, which all families must sign.
A Poodles of Piedmont Standard Poodle puppy costs $1,950 + sales tax.
A $300 non-refundable deposit is required to secure a position on our Master Waitlist for upcoming litters. This deposit is applied toward the total purchase price of your puppy once a specific puppy is selected.
North Carolina sales tax applies to all puppy purchases and will be collected at each payment.
A $300 non-refundable deposit is required to secure a position on our Master Waitlist for upcoming litters. This deposit is applied toward the total purchase price of your puppy once a specific puppy is selected.
North Carolina sales tax applies to all puppy purchases and will be collected at each payment.
First, submit our Adoption Application. Once we review your application, we will contact you by phone or email to discuss whether a Poodles of Piedmont puppy is a good fit for your home.
Approved applicants may then place a $300 non-refundable deposit to secure a position on our Master Waitlist for upcoming litters. This deposit is applied toward the total purchase price of your puppy.
As litters are born, families are contacted in order of their position on the Master Waitlist. Once puppies are thriving (typically between 1–2 weeks of age), buyers will have the opportunity to commit to a litter or pass and remain on the waitlist for a future litter.
When puppy selection takes place (around seven weeks of age), families who have committed to a litter will choose their puppy in order of their waitlist position. We are happy to assist with the selection process by sharing information about each puppy's temperament.
Approved applicants may then place a $300 non-refundable deposit to secure a position on our Master Waitlist for upcoming litters. This deposit is applied toward the total purchase price of your puppy.
As litters are born, families are contacted in order of their position on the Master Waitlist. Once puppies are thriving (typically between 1–2 weeks of age), buyers will have the opportunity to commit to a litter or pass and remain on the waitlist for a future litter.
When puppy selection takes place (around seven weeks of age), families who have committed to a litter will choose their puppy in order of their waitlist position. We are happy to assist with the selection process by sharing information about each puppy's temperament.
Here at Poodles of Piedmont we have years of experience matching the perfect puppy to your family. The more specific the information you give on your application and when speaking with us, the more successful we will be in getting you paired with the right puppy. Things like lifestyle, age of children, work schedules and other pets in the home all play a large role in finding the perfect puppy. At seven weeks the puppies are temperament tested to assure each one finds the perfect home.
All puppies receive Early Neurological Stimulation starting at three days old through day sixteen. From day sixteen until the day the puppy goes home, we work daily on socialization with all of our puppies. Please visit the ENS/Superpuppy page for more info.
We have four children ranging in ages eleven to thirty-one, and four grandchildren. So all of our puppies will get plenty of love and interaction. By the age of five weeks, we introduce the puppies to crate training. Puppies will also begin using the doggy door so that they learn to go potty outside.
We have four children ranging in ages eleven to thirty-one, and four grandchildren. So all of our puppies will get plenty of love and interaction. By the age of five weeks, we introduce the puppies to crate training. Puppies will also begin using the doggy door so that they learn to go potty outside.
Yes, we do. There is no medical reason to do this, but it is required for showing Standard Poodles as it is in other breeds. Tails are docked per AKC standard. The tip of the tail should be even with the top of the head when the Standard Poodle is standing at attention or in a show stance.
Yes. We offer a five year guarantee against health, congenital and/or genetic defects. Please visit our Health Guarantee page for more information.
We raise puppies in our home and for safety and privacy our address is not published. We do not allow puppy visits before the puppies turn six weeks old due to puppies being at risk of catching germs and infections. After they have turned six weeks old, you are more than welcome to visit and select a puppy in person and meet the parents.
Yes. Puppies may be transported either through a buyer-arranged delivery service or by air travel.
If using a ground or third-party delivery service, all arrangements are made by the buyer, and any remaining puppy balance must be paid in full at least 48 hours before the puppy is picked up by the delivery service.
If air travel is requested, we will schedule the flight. All flight costs and any remaining puppy balance must be paid in full at least 48 hours prior to departure.
In-person pickup is always welcome, and the remaining balance may be paid at the time of pickup.
If using a ground or third-party delivery service, all arrangements are made by the buyer, and any remaining puppy balance must be paid in full at least 48 hours before the puppy is picked up by the delivery service.
If air travel is requested, we will schedule the flight. All flight costs and any remaining puppy balance must be paid in full at least 48 hours prior to departure.
In-person pickup is always welcome, and the remaining balance may be paid at the time of pickup.
Yes, all puppies will be current on vaccinations and de-wormed.
Yes. Limited AKC Registration papers are included with each puppy unless otherwise agreed upon.
Puppies are sold with Limited AKC Registration and the contract includes an agreement to spay or neuter your puppy. Full AKC Registration may be considered with an additional fee for experienced poodle breeders or show/performance homes only. You MUST be able to demonstrate that you consistently health test your breeding dogs. Please call to discuss breeding rights further.
Standard Poodles are one of the best choices for allergy sufferers. They have hair rather than fur, which means they shed very minimally and produce less dander than most breeds. While no dog is 100% hypoallergenic, Standard Poodles are consistently recommended by allergists as one of the safest breeds for families with dog allergies.
Absolutely! Standard Poodles are known for being gentle, patient, and loving with children of all ages. They are also highly intelligent and easy to train, making them one of the best family breeds available.
Standard Poodles typically stand over 15 inches tall at the shoulder (most are 22–27 inches) and weigh between 40–70 pounds. Males tend to be larger than females.
We recommend having a crate, food and water bowls, and puppy food ready before pickup. Please also have a vet appointment scheduled within 48 hours of pickup.
Still have questions? We love hearing from families!