High Mesa Standards
Meet the breeder
I'm Teresa D., the breeder behind High Mesa Standards located in Olathe, CO. I love being a breeder. It's so fulfilling to have the opportunity to create companionship and love and to see the positive effect that a beloved, companion can have on its family. My main goal being preservation of the original standard poodle with it's health, intelligence, and loyalty; along with correct conformation, that enables it to be one of the most beautiful, graceful, intelligent and athletic breeds there are today.
Q. & A. with Teresa
Why did you start breeding?
As a dog lover and trainer, I wanted to breed all my life. The fulfillment of seeing new puppies born, watching them grow, and helping shape them and train them in preparation for their new forever homes is the most rewarding experience ever!What makes your program special?
I am dedicated to producing healthy, sound, well-mannered, and well-bred pups with great temperaments. I am devoted to ensuring that there are happy and healthy Standard Poodles for others to enjoy, and I do so by responsibly growing and training this incredible breed.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 sable, blue, silver, parti, phantom, and brindle. 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.
Marley
Went homeFemale
Montrose
Went homeFemale
Ouray
Went homeMale
Breckenridge
Went homeFemale
Telluride
Went homeMale
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Mesa(Jerry)
Went homeMale
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Vail(Finn)
Went homeMale
Aspen
Went homeFemale
Pagosa
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Coba
Went homeMale
Roo
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Teresa
Teresa 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
"Price includes AKC Purebred Standard Poodle puppy, health certificate, 1 year health guarantee, appropriate shots and wormings, basic training including doggie door training, crate, sit, come, walk on a leash, ENS and EST(early neurological and Early sensory training) a go-home basket, litter scent blanket, toys, food, AKC papers, shot and worming records, collar, leash, poo bags, pee pads, treats and a lifetime of support and assistance. All puppies are the same price regardless of sex, color, or size. No deposit accepted until we are sure we have a puppy that suits your family. After puppy is chosen, we ask for half down, total remaining due at delivery."
Contract & health guarantee
Teresa 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 Teresa 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 Teresa directly.
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
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- 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
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Teresa.
Breeder's location
Meet in Olathe, CO
5202 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Grand Junction Airport (Walker Field)
5191 miles away
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More about Teresa
Certifications & recognitions
40 years behavioral training instructor, Professional Groomer, Puppy Culture Breeder.
Teresa has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Teresa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Teresa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
High Mesa Standards 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
Rose, mom
Poodle
About Rose
Rose is our "thinker" she is intelligent and calm. Friendly, very obedient and loves people, especially children, and other dogs. She is very athletic and runs like a gazelle outside, but inside is as calm as can be. She is a UKC Grand Champion, and has her TKN title so far.
Uploaded health tests
Dentition, Animal Genetics Panel, +6 more.
Pierce, dad
Poodle
About Pierce
Pierce is a beautiful, friendly, sporty boy who loves everyone. He's intelligent and happy, loves to fetch and run. He's A UKC Champion, and will be reaching for Grand in the future. We are loving to better conformation he is adding to the puppies.
Uploaded health tests
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), +2 more.
Telly, dad
Poodle
About Telly
Telluride is a sweet lovable boy with a great attitude. He is getting ready to go through his testing and has already achieved his UKC Championship. We are very excited to see what puppies he produces
Finn, dad
Poodle
About Finn
Finn is a male Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Teresa decided to make him part of their program. Teresa 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.
Breezy, mom
Poodle
About Breezy
Breezy is a female Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Teresa decided to make her part of their program. Teresa 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
Excellent level
High Mesa Standards 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.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
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 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.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), Dentition
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), von Willebrand Disease III (vWD III), PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy 4 (PRA-crd4), Neonatal Encephalopathy with Seizures (NEwS), GM2 Gangliosidosis, Poodle Type, Day Blindness, Achromatopsia, Genetic Diversity Test, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)
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).
