It's A Dog Thing

Renee H.

Breeder of Poodles and English Springer Spaniels

Athens, TX
Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm Renee H., the breeder behind It's A Dog Thing located in Athens, TX. High-quality Standard, Miniature,Toy Poodles, .and English springer spaniels . Health tested, great companions, work, show, competition, service dogs. We have real references upon request. It would be a pleasure to help you find your next companion.

Q. & A. with Renee

Why did you start breeding?
I started breeding as I got more involved in dog sports. Learning about genetics and how to produce lines that would thrive in areas and perform at the top. Over the years we have produced many amazing dogs our lines are very long lived and healthy, making wonderful companions and competition dogs .
What makes your program special?
Our breeding program is special as many of our dogs have won many titles, and competitions. We are very proud also that we have several service and assistance dogs, we work with US Veterans in getting them a service dog many times free of charge/ sponsored.
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our Poodle puppies include toy, miniature, moyen, and standard sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Poodle puppies include apricot, black, brown, cafe au lait, cream, red, gray, silver, white, parti, phantom, and brindle. English Springer Spaniel puppies include liver white and tan, black and white, liver and white, and black white and tan. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.

Getting a puppy from Renee

Renee 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 $75 non-refundable deposit and between $825 - $3,425 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Prices vary and range based on breed, size,color, age, training,full registration,limited, competition, or service dog. Our dogs are sold as pets only unless other wise agreed on and noted in additional contract, contact us for more details. 75.00 is fee for the wait list only. Deposit for chosen puppy is 150.00 - 500.00 minimum and all deposits are non -refundable but are transferable.”

Contract & health guarantee

Renee 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 Renee 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 Renee 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
  - Car rides
  - Surface & tactile stimulation
  - Socialized with children
  - Socialized in new places
  - 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
  - AKC registration
  - Food & treats
  - Initial potty training

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Athens, TX

5124 miles away

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Dallas Love Field

5128 miles away

Meet in Dallas, TX

5129 miles away

More about Renee

Certifications & recognitions
Agility Trial Trainer, Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, Professional Groomer, Canine Behavioral Consultant Certificate (e-Training for Dogs).
Renee has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Renee was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Renee’s links
- Website

Renee is a trusted Good Dog breeder

It's A Dog Thing 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

All breeds

English Springer Spaniel

Poodle

Ellie, mom
English Springer Spaniel
About Ellie
Ellie is a sweet calm girls shes everyone friend and loves toys and everyone in general
Rickybobby, dad
English Springer Spaniel
About Rickybobby
Ricky bobby is a great dog wonderful happy goofy boy is a great hunter and just a love
Jonie, mom
Poodle
About Jonie
Jonie is a sweet girl she loves everyone enjoys having her hair fixed a very prissy but tuff girl , she loves toys and will play catch for hours and hours
Rieva, mom
Poodle
About Rieva
she is a very sweet girl loves everyone and her toys, shes very play full and a true clown makes you laugh everyday
Chachi, dad
Poodle
About Chachi
happy friendly boy he has the cutes personality loves kids and is just a all around easy dog gets along with everyone

Parent health testing

Toy Poodle

Standard Poodle

Moyen Poodle

Miniature Poodle

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

It's A Dog Thing 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.

DNA Disease Panel, PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), DNA Profile
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).