I'm April M., the breeder behind Foxtrot Farm Poodles located in Nixa, MO. We love poodles! A small operation, we strive for quality over quantity. Our mission is to breed healthy, well tempered pure bred Poodles, prioritize their well being & match puppies to a loving family, while actively contributing to the betterment of the breed.
Q. & A. with April
Why did you start breeding?
I grew up with poodles. I love their sophisticated look, their intelligence and quick learning ability and their fun personalities.
What makes your program special?
I health test my breeding parents, worm puppies and get their first required vaccination. Every pup is vet checked before they go to their new homes.
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies include toy and miniature sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include sable, apricot, black, brown, red, white, and parti. 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 April
April 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 $500 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price depends on size, color, health testing and other factors. Deposit to hold the puppy, final cleared funds due upon pickup.”
Contract & health guarantee
April 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 April 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 April directly.
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 April.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Nixa, MO
872 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Springfield–Branson National Airport
873 miles away
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Meet in St. Louis, MO
685 miles away
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More about April
April has been a member of Good Dog for 9 months
April was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
April is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Foxtrot Farm 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
Luna, mom
Poodle
About Luna
Luna is a female Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, April decided to make her part of their program. April 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.
Lotti, mom
Poodle
About Lotti
Lotti is a female Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, April decided to make her part of their program. April 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
Good level
Foxtrot Farm 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.
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.
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), DNA Disease Panel, DNA Coat/Trait Panel, Chondrodystrophy (CDDY and IVDD Risk) with or without Chondrodysplasia (CDPA), Animal Genetics 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).