Grassy Springs Poodles
Meet the breeder
I'm Kristen S., the breeder behind Grassy Springs Poodles located in Alachua, FL. 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! Each of our dogs has brought so much happiness to us throughout their lives. We want to do our part to produce wonderful, healthy dogs that can bring other people joy as well, and we strive to provide each of our puppies with loving homes where they can live happy lives.
Q. & A. with Kristen
Why did you start breeding?
I have a best friend who started breeding select poodles for temperament about 2 years ago. I was intrigued by how smart her dogs were! She became my mentor and helped me find out family dog, Merit. Merit is the best dog ever and after seeing her qualities of intelligence, loyalty, playfulness, and kindness I decided to breed her. I already knew I wanted Louie to be her stud as he is just as awesome as her! He is a family dog as well.What makes your program special?
Our breeding program is extremely small and select. I chose to breed Merit to be able to raise amazing intelligent puppies in our home to offer as the BEST family dogs EVER! They have lived in our living room since Day 1 and we are raising them on the program Puppy Culture. They are already using litterboxes at age 4 weeks and will come with a crate to continue the crate training we will start at 6 weeks.What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies are standard size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include apricot, black, cream, red, phantom, and brindle. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Kristen
Kristen 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 $2,000 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes AKC registration, breeding rights (unless explicitly stated that they are pet only), Health Certificate, deworming and puppy shots started, a crate, and a community of fellow Grassy Springs puppy owners to reach out to for support as needed! Deposits are required to hold a puppy to 8 weeks. 1 visit, either in person or on facetime will be allowed to pick your puppy before we take the deposit to hold your puppy :).”
Contract & health guarantee
Kristen 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 Kristen 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 Kristen 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 Kristen.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Alachua, FL
698 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Jacksonville Airport
637 miles away
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More about Kristen
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit.
Kristen has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
Kristen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Kristen’s links
Kristen is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Grassy Springs 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
Merit, mom
Poodle
About Merit
Merit is a female Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kristen decided to make her part of their program. Kristen 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
Grassy Springs 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.
Animal Genetics Panel, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A)
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).
