Antigua Standard Poodles
- Huntsville, TX ·
- Responds within a day
Upcoming litters
Expected Poodle litter
Due Aug. 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Melissa W., the breeder behind Antigua Standard Poodles located in Huntsville, TX. We have produced many AKC & UKC Champion & Grand Champion Standard Poodles since beginning with our 1st Poodle in 1999. Many of our puppies have become exceptional show dogs, & all of them have become excellent family dogs. Some have become service dogs, search & rescue dogs, hunting dogs, and sport dogs. Many of our puppy buyers have become lifelong friends & extended family. We are dedicated to always improving health & longevity in our lines with each generation so that the breed will continue to thrive for a long time to come.
Q. & A. with Melissa
Why did you start breeding?
I grew up raising & training field trial & hunting dog breeds with my father. Dogs have always been my life & I’ve been blessed with a lot of talent & interest in genetics, so breeding top quality animals is my priority & what I give back to the world. Nothing is better than hearing how 1 of our puppies is the best dog that our puppy buyers’ have ever owned, because we put a lot of love & care into each & every puppy we produce.What makes your program special?
We are a family of 3 generations of dog lovers and professionals in the animal industry. We have a great depth of knowledge and experience in genetics & rearing puppies & offering lifetime support to our puppy buyers.What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies include moyen and standard sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include apricot, black, brown, red, white, parti, and phantom. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Nelson
Went homeMale
Mocha
Went homeMale
Moby
Went homeMale
Gypsy
Went homeFemale
Gidget
Went homeFemale
Giza
Went homeFemale
Gaucho
Went homeMale
Gunther
Went homeMale
Gusto
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Melissa
Melissa has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
After buyers complete the application and screening process, Melissa partners with them to find the best puppy match.
“We take great care in placing each puppy with the right person/family. Puppies are matched once they're old enough for us to evaluate their temperaments and personalities — typically around 7-9 weeks.”
Price
“Pet/Companion puppy price with Limited AKC Registration. Puppies are carefully matched with buyer’s personality, lifestyle, needs, & preferences. Our puppies undergo Early Neurological Stimulation program between 3-16 days of age and are raised with Puppy Culture techniques. Each puppy is sold on contract with replacement guarantees, spay/neuter agreement, & with a no-resale stipulation. If at any time buyer cannot keep our Poodle, it must be returned to us. Pups are wormed & vaccinated, along with being microchipped before leaving. We also have partnered with an online dog training school & offer 20% discounts on training classes for all Antigua Standard Poodles! Prices may vary between solid color litters and multi color litters.”
Contract & health guarantee
Melissa 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 Melissa 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 Melissa directly.
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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
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
- Toys
- Initial potty training
- Food & treats
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Melissa.
Breeder's location
Meet in Huntsville, TX
1172 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at George Bush Intercontinental/Houston Airport
1191 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Melissa can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Melissa
Certifications & recognitions
Puppy Culture Breeder, Professional Groomer, Professional Handler.
Melissa has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Melissa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Melissa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Antigua Standard Poodles 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
Malta, mom
Poodle
About Malta
Malta is a female Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Melissa decided to make her part of their program. Melissa 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.
Connor, dad
Poodle
About Connor
Connor is a male Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Melissa decided to make him part of their program. Melissa 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.
Flavia, mom
Poodle
About Flavia
Flavia is a very laid back, sweet Standard Poodle that never knows a stranger. She is a gorgeous black shaded saddle sable (AtAy KyKy Ssp) who has produced wonderful family companions with easy going personalities and excellent, sound structure. We have retained a couple of her offspring with the most beautiful headtype to be our next generation of show & breeding prospects.
George, dad
Poodle
About George
George is a very large brown phantom parti with a wonderful temperament. He’s very playful and loves everyone. He is a full Littermate brother to Moses, Decu, & Theo (exported to UK) and siring wonderful puppies.
Sequoia, mom
Poodle
About Sequoia
Sequoia is a female Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Melissa decided to make her part of their program. Melissa 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.
Gin, dad
Poodle
About Gin
Gin is a male Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Melissa decided to make him part of their program. Melissa 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.
Parent health testing
Great level
Antigua Standard Poodles 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.
Dentition
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), Generalized, Neonatal Encephalopathy with Seizures (NEwS), von Willebrand Disease III (vWD III)
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).
