Belstar Toy Poodles

Bernice C.

Breeder of Poodles

Meet the breeder

I'm Bernice C., the breeder behind Belstar Toy Poodles located in Vail, AZ. I am a member in good standing with the Poodle Club of America. I have been breeding and showing Toy Poodles since 1984. My Toys are all house dogs and are treated as part of our family. I do all genetic testing and raise happy, healthy puppies.

Q. & A. with Bernice

  • What makes your program special?

    All of our poodles come from AKC registered parents and can also be registered with the AKC. Our dogs can compete in Conformation AKC events and are highly well-rounded. I adore this breed and strive to produce top quality litters suited for loving, forever families!
  • What are the different breed sizes in your program?

    Our puppies are toy size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home.

Getting a puppy from Bernice

Bernice 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

Connect with Bernice to learn more details about pricing.

Contract & health guarantee

Bernice 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 Bernice 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 Bernice 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
    • 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 Bernice.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Vail, AZ

1919 miles away

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More about Bernice

  • Club memberships

    Bernice is a member of Poodle Club of America.

  • Bernice has been a member of Good Dog for over 6 years

    Bernice was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.

  • Bernice’s links

Bernice is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Belstar Toy 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 health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Belstar Toy 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).

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