APAW Poodles
Meet the breeder
I'm Jillian E., the breeder behind APAW Poodles located in Westminster, MA. We breed small Standards with smart, biddable, driven temperaments, good structure, health, and high genetic diversity. Our dogs excel as active companions and working partners in roles ranging from performance sports to disability assistance to search and rescue. We value genetic diversity, complete health tests beyond CHIC requirements, and participate in UKC conformation and performance sports with our breeding dogs.
Q. & A. with Jillian
Why did you start breeding?
I knew from the time I was a teenager that I wanted to breed Standard Poodles. I joined 4-H and started competing with my pet Poodle, and at 16 was offered co-ownership on my first show-quality Poodle. Beyond his success in conformation and rally we provided many years of weekly therapy visits. I got a female Standard and eventually bred my first litter in 2010.What makes your program special?
I selected my foundation dogs for temperament characteristics which are needed in service dog work - smart, biddable, confident, with strong work ethic and strong food and social motivations. Over the years I've aimed for average and smaller size, and both stronger and softer drives, so I now produce dogs suitable for many roles. Conformation, health and genetic diversity are also critical to me.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, blue, cafe au lait, cream, silver, and silver-beige. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Getting a puppy from Jillian
Jillian 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
"The price includes AKC registration, vet check, first vaccination, microchip, and a puppy packet including enrichment toys, chews, and a bag of puppy food. Deposits are refundable at my discretion and if I don't have a suitable pup in the expected litter. Generally, the deposit is made within 2-3 months of bringing the puppy home, not far in advance."
Contract & health guarantee
Jillian 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 Jillian 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 Jillian 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
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Jillian.
Breeder's location
Meet in Westminster, MA
380 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Gen. Edward Lawrence Logan Airport
409 miles away
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More about Jillian
Certifications & recognitions
CHIC Certified, Professional Groomer, Service Dog Trainer.
Jillian has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year
Jillian was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Jillian is a trusted Good Dog breeder
APAW 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
URO1 RACEN Marvel FDC CGC TKN, mom
Poodle
About URO1 RACEN Marvel FDC CGC TKN
Marvel is a sweet, social, fast dog who enjoys going anywhere and making new friends. She is close to finishing her UKC Championship. She is genetically a very small Standard.
Excellent health testing
DNA Disease Panel, Patellar Luxation, +10 more.
U-CH Lyric CGC VC, mom
Poodle
About U-CH Lyric CGC VC
Lyric is a sweet, observant, driven girl who loves to catch a disc and go coursing (chasing 'prey').
Great health testing
Patellar Luxation, Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), +3 more.
Orchid, mom
Poodle
About Orchid
Orchid is a sweet, athletic, pensive dog with high food drive and a love for social interaction with her person.
Great health testing
Patellar Luxation, Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), +2 more.
Dyno, dad
Poodle
About Dyno
Dyno is a happy, social guy who loves to sniff. Genetically he is an over-sized Mini.
Excellent health testing
Dentition, Patellar Luxation, +12 more.
Parent health testing
Moyen Poodle
Standard Poodle
Excellent level
APAW 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 Moyen 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.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
PRA, Rod-Cone Dysplasia 4 (rcd4), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Neonatal Encephalopathy with Seizures (NEwS), Chondrodystrophy and IVDD Risk (CDDY-IVDD), von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Genetic Diversity Test, DNA Disease 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).
