I'm Rachel G., the breeder behind Brookside Standard Poodles located in State College, PA. Our goal is to ensure every dog from our program is set up to live a happy and healthy life and is prepared for its future role. We are dedicated to always having responsible policies when it comes to breeding, training, and rehoming our pups. We love what we do and truly want nothing more than to see each and every one of our puppies shine!
Q. & A. with Rachel
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies are standard size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 1
Reserved
Male
Girl 2
Reserved
Female
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Rachel
Rachel 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 Rachel to learn more details about pricing.
Contract & health guarantee
Rachel 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 Rachel 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 Rachel directly.
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
Food & treats
Initial potty training
Toys
Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Rachel.
Breeder’s location
Meet in State College, PA
144 miles away
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More about Rachel
Rachel has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Rachel was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
RG
Rachel is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Brookside 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
Desi, mom
Poodle
About Desi
Desi is a wonderful girl who is very smart, a calm and gentle dog. She enjoys snuggling with her people and loves food! Desi has completed her AKC Championship and has passed all her health testing recommended by the Poodle Club of America
Rose, mom
Poodle
About Rose
Rose is a female Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rachel decided to make her part of their program. Rachel 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.
Bishop, dad
Poodle
About Bishop
Bishop is a male Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Rachel decided to make him part of their program. Rachel 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Brookside 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.
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.
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).