Durham's Designer Poos

Teri D.

Breeder of Poodles and Maltipoos

  • Mabelvale, AR
  • Responds within a few hours

Meet the breeder

I'm Teri D., the breeder behind Durham's Designer Poos located in Mabelvale, AR. We raise our puppies with total care and attention so they can become well-socialized and loving additions to their forever homes. Quality, health-tested, and socialized dogs are the principal components of our success as reputable breeders. We’re proud of the seamless transition our puppies are able to make as fun, lovable family members.

Q. & A. with Teri

  • Why did you start breeding?

    My pastor offered me a job helping in his breeding business and the rest is history! 15 years later it is still a passion and my family is enjoying this crazy ride right along with me.

  • What makes your program special?

    With so much experience under my belt, you can be confident your puppy has received the best care and attention needed to ensure they are of top notch health and temperament. With it being a family run business, your puppy will be well socialized and loved daily.

  • What are the different breed sizes in your program?

    Our Poodle puppies are toy size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our Poodle puppies include apricot, black, red, and parti. Maltipoo puppies include apricot, cream, and white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home and guardian homes.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Teri

Teri 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 $1,000 - $1,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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"Price includes deposit, CKC registration, 1 year puppy guarantee, a complete de-worming schedule, 2 sets of puppy vaccines and 1 bordetella. All puppies will be health checked by our veterinarian before leaving our home. Puppy will come with a stuffed toy or blanket with the litter mate's scent on it, CKC papers, and other valuable information. We are always available to answer questions about your new baby. Once you have one of our puppies, you're a part of the family! We do allow you to move your deposit if for some reason you are unable to take the puppy you originally placed on deposit."

Contract & health guarantee

Teri 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 Teri 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 Teri 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
      • Socialized with children
      • 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
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Registration
      • Initial potty training

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Teri.

Breeder's location

Meet in Mabelvale, AR

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport (Adams Field) (was Little Rock National)

Meet in Memphis, TN

More about Teri

  • Teri has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years

    Teri was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

  • Teri’s links

Teri is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Durham's Designer Poos 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

All breeds

Poodle

Maltipoo

Maltese

Parent health testing

Maltipoo

Toy Poodle

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Durham's Designer Poos 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 Maltipoos.

  • Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)

    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 (rDVM, not registered)

    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 Examination (rDVM, not 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 (rDVM, not 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.

  • DNA Disease Panel, 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Teri to bring home their puppies.

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    Sepideh G.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2025

    We absolutely adore our Maltipoo from Teri! From the first message inquiring Teri was so responsive and transparent about everything. We couldn’t meet in person but she gladly FaceTimed and sent picture updates throughout the 8 weeks before we picked up our little guy. We have had several puppies in the past and Link has stands out. You can tell she is attentive and nurturing in the weeks leading up to delivery including starting the potty training process, frankly our experience is that our dog is trained and only has had accidents due to us missing signals from him. No other puppy has had that done upfront. Definitely a great value add from her! Outside of that Link is just the sweetest puppy and so loving and docile overall. We just cannot say enough good things and highly recommend Teri!

    Dasha S.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2025

    I am a first-time puppy mom, despite having worked with dogs extensively for many years, and I could not have hoped for a better experience than what Teri offered. She was attentive to my questions, offered multiple references, and also humored my constant requests for pictures of the puppy. Every customer of hers I spoke to had nothing but praise for her process and the puppies they welcomed to their homes. I brought home Apollo, a maltipoo, on November 24th. The first thing that struck me was his friendliness, curiosity, and stellar socialization. I introduced him to my family after spending a few hours cuddling with him, and his little tail wagged so much I thought he just might fly away. He's kind with children and adults alike, has a wonderful disposition, and is very trainable. He is also, hands down, one of the cutest dogs I've ever seen--let alone held. I suggest working with Teri for a multitude of reasons. She's responsive, attentive to her customers and puppies alike, experienced, and incredible at what she does. I cannot recommend Teri or her puppies enough. The experience has truly been amazing, and if you are looking for a furry, adorable, well-socialized companion, Teri should be your first and last stop.

    Kaitlyn S.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2025

    Teri responded quickly as soon as I had an injury about Pebbles. When I saw Pebbles I just fell in love with her. I knew she was meant to be part of our little pack. Teri helped send me additional photos, answered questions, and scheduled flying her out to me as well as the pick up from the airport. The transition was smooth and easy. You can tell her puppies are very well loved and socialized. I was nervous about introducing her to my current dog, who is also a Maltipoo, but they fell in love pretty instantly. Pebbles was very comfortable around him. Pebbles is a beautiful puppy and just as cute as a button. We love seeing her personality come out the longer she's with us

    Bridgette C.

    Verified owner · May 2025

    Teri was amazing and I will recommend her to everyone who asks about my Maltipoo (Ollie k/a Benny). As a first time puppy parent, Teri answered all my questions and indulged me with updates. When we arrived to pick him up, I was already in love. We’ve had him two weeks now and it’s been a treat to welcome him into our home, thanks to Teri.

    Briana A.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2025

    Words cannot express the experience that I’ve had with Teri Romeo was definitely heaven sent to me he is PERFECT in every way. Teri was professional and understanding how much it meant to me to be able to purchase my baby she kept me informed along the way with pictures and videos of my baby until he was ready for pick up. I highly recommend her I would never go to another breeder, I’m actually thinking about purchasing another one so that Romeo can have a play mate.

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    Carolin C.

    Verified owner · Jan. 2025

    I purchased my dog Bentley Kai from Teri. She was so helpful & knowledgeable about his breed. She answered all my questions, regularly sent me photos & videos of Bentley. She made me feel so comfortable, like I was adopting part of her family. I purchased Bentley a year and 5 months ago & we still communicate & send her pictures & updates on him. Bentley is the King of the house, he is so loving & sweet. He loves to play & cuddle with mama all the time. He is so smart and picked up on his training very fast. He is my service dog since I am a paraplegic, so he does a lot to help me every day. He is also a therapy dog for the wounded warriors & cancer units at the local children's hospital. I am so glad I found Teri on Gooddog. I will definitely always purchase any dogs we want from her. I highly recommend giving her a try. You won't be disappointed!!! Thanks again Teri for the love of my life Bentley Kai

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