Above the Standard Dogs
- Ponce De Leon, FL
- Responds within a few days
Upcoming litters
Expected Poodle litter
Due May 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Emily R., the breeder behind Above the Standard Dogs located in Ponce De Leon, FL. There are very few dog trainers that are breeding and raising puppies; which allows us to start evaluating and imprinting our litters immediately after birth. Our passion is to produce service dogs for people in need and to provide families with the best pet they have ever owned.
Q. & A. with Emily
Why did you start breeding?
As a dog trainer, I found a huge need for purpose bred service dogs and great family pets. Their genetics and the beginning of their life are crucial components towards a happy, healthy, well rounded adult dog.What makes your program special?
Learn more about our adult dogs - https://youtu.be/SVX--anKZ44 And our unique puppy raising program - https://youtu.be/As5C2xRbr6YWhat are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies are standard size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include sable, black, blue, brown, parti, and phantom. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Coors
Went homeMale
Henry
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Yellow
Went homeMale
Red
Went homeMale
Pink
Went homeFemale
Pink
Went homeFemale
Blue
Went homeMale
Orange
Went homeMale
Dark purple
Went homeFemale
Gold
Went homeFemale
Dark pink
Went homeFemale
Orange
Went homeMale
Light purple
Went homeFemale
Green
Went homeMale
Yellow
Went homeFemale
Red
Went homeMale
Light pink
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Emily
Emily has been certified by Good Dog's screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you're ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
"Puppies are AKC registered, raised on ENS and ESI curriculums, clicker conditioned, and temperament tested. Puppies are seen by a vet to start vaccines, be dewormed, and be microchipped. "
Contract & health guarantee
Emily may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Emily offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don't hesitate to reach out to Emily directly.
What's included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Emily.
Breeder's location
Meet in Ponce De Leon, FL
4812 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Northwest Florida Beaches Airport
4825 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Emily can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Emily
Emily has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Emily was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Emily is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Above the Standard Dogs meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
- Responsible breeding practices
- Health of breeding dogs and puppies
- Puppy environment and enrichment
- Buyer education and policies
Parent dogs
Zola, mom
Poodle
About Zola
Zola is a certified therapy dog and actively works with children in school programs.
Excellent health testing
Full Embark Panel, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), +5 more.
Chewy, dad
Poodle
About Chewy
Chewy is a male Poodle over 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Emily decided to make him part of their program. Emily has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Excellent health testing
Full Embark Panel, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), +4 more.
Remi, mom
Poodle
About Remi
Remi is a female Poodle almost 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Emily decided to make her part of their program. Emily has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Excellent health testing
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), +5 more.
Shine, mom
Poodle
About Shine
Shine is a female Poodle about 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Emily decided to make her part of their program. Emily has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Excellent health testing
Full Embark Panel, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), +5 more.
Parent health testing
Great level
Above the Standard Dogs reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Standard Poodles.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), Full Embark Panel
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
