I'm Frances N., the breeder behind Frances Nadeau's Toy Poodles and Miniature American Shepherds located in Massachusetts. We offer high-quality Poodle and Miniature American Shepherd puppies to loving forever homes. We work hard to breed the best dogs possible using good bloodlines and health-tested dogs. All of our dogs are loved as family members. We cherish our puppies from birth up until they leave our arms to snuggle into yours!
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These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Boy 2
Male

Boy 1
Male
Frances has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
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.

Frances 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 Frances 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 Frances directly.
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You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Frances.
Meet in Massachusetts
3674 miles away
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Frances has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years
Frances was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Frances Nadeau's Toy Poodles and Miniature American Shepherds meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
Miniature American Shepherd
About Jewel
Jewel is a female Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Frances decided to make her part of their program. Frances 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.
Miniature American Shepherd
About Tinder
Tinder is a male Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Frances decided to make him part of their program. Frances 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.

Miniature American Shepherd

Toy Poodle
Good level
Frances Nadeau's Toy Poodles and Miniature American Shepherds 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 Miniature American Shepherds.
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.
PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC)
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).