Little Toy Poodles
Meet the breeder
I'm Tariq L., the breeder behind Little Toy Poodles located in Gastonia, NC. Quality is my number one priority when breeding. I breed fluffy friends with great temperaments and amazing personalities. All of my breeding dogs have been health and DNA tested and are clear from any genetic diseases. I love my dogs like family and find s much joy in providing others with that love and companionship.
Q. & A. with Tariq
Why did you start breeding?
I started off with just 1 female and I knew I wanted to get into breeding. Since it's a very tedious thing to do, I waited until the time was right and now here I am! I have loved every minute of it!What makes your program special?
I breed for the top-of-the-line quality in my pets. Great temperaments, amazing personalities, and family friends.What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Poodle puppies are toy size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Maltipoo puppies include apricot, black, brown, cream, white, and phantom. Poodle puppies include apricot, black, brown, cafe au lait, cream, red, gray, silver, white, parti, and phantom. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 1
Went homeMale
TBD
Went home
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Klover
Went homeFemale
Wezzy
Went homeMale
Brandy
Went homeFemale
Remy
Went homeFemale
Busta
Went homeMale
Foxy
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Tariq
Tariq 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 $1,500 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes the CKC registration, docked tails, dewclaw removal, the first two sets of shots, microchips, and checks by a licensed veterinarian. ”
Contract & health guarantee
Tariq 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 Tariq 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 Tariq 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 Tariq.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Gastonia, NC
331 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Charlotte Douglas Airport
326 miles away
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More about Tariq
Tariq has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Tariq was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Tariq is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Little Toy 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
All breeds
Poodle
Maltipoo
Balenci, mom
Poodle
About Balenci
Balenci is a female Poodle over 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tariq decided to make her part of their program. Tariq 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.
Dior, dad
Poodle
About Dior
Dior is a male Poodle almost 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Tariq decided to make him part of their program. Tariq 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.
Luna, mom
Poodle
About Luna
Luna is a female Poodle almost 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tariq decided to make her part of their program. Tariq 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.
Bombom, mom
Maltipoo
About Bombom
Bombom is a female Maltipoo over 2 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tariq decided to make her part of their program. Tariq 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.
Cleo, mom
Poodle
About Cleo
Cleo is a female Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tariq decided to make her part of their program. Tariq 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.
Polly, mom
Maltipoo
About Polly
Polly is a female Maltipoo. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tariq decided to make her part of their program. Tariq 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.
Marcy, mom
Poodle
About Marcy
Marcy is a female Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tariq decided to make her part of their program. Tariq 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
Maltipoo
Toy Poodle
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Little Toy 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 Maltipoos.
Full Embark Panel, DNA Disease Panel, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd)
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).
