I'm Jennifer A., the breeder behind Astyanax Poodles located in Wytheville, VA. Our dogs excel both in and out of the show ring. They are excellent representations of the breed and have wonderful temperaments. We take responsible breeding very seriously, and we’re thorough in health testing and caring for our dogs. We make sure each puppy gets the proper group and individual attention that it needs to thrive, and we do all that we can to prepare them for their future roles and families.
Q. & A. with Jennifer
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies include toy, miniature, and standard sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black, blue, cream, silver, and white. 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.
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Bettie
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Jennifer
Jennifer 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
Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $2,000 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Pay over time with Klarna.
Contract & health guarantee
Jennifer 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 Jennifer 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 Jennifer directly.
Astyanax 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
Bessie, mom
Poodle
About Bessie
Bessie is amazing! She is black, in size, square, with a lovely coat, balanced, and a lovely oval eye and beautiful expression. Bessie loves the show ring and always has a commanding presence about her.
Jett, mom
Poodle
About Jett
Jett is an eager fun girl. She is 15” tall and is inky black. She has medium prey drive but has a good off switch. Jett is biddable, has a great coat, pretty head, and is a pleasure to live with.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Astyanax 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 Toy Poodles.
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 Degeneration (PRA-prcd)
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).