




Gus
11 weeks old · Male

Leif
11 weeks old · Male

Jules
11 weeks old · Female
I'm Kate K., the breeder behind Pickerel Pups located in Detroit Lakes, MN. We are a small, family-run breeding program focusing on quality care and good health. Our puppies are raised with Puppy Culture! ENS/ESI. Our parents all have normal - excellent hips via OFA’s and/or Pennhip. Embark packages!
Why did you start breeding?
What makes your program special?
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Where do your breeding dogs live?
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Arlo
Male

Geneva
Female

Flora
Female

Wren
Female

Caspian
Male

Benny
Male

Thea
Female
Boy 1 Clark
Male
Girl 3- Sparrow
Female
Boy 2- Moose
Male
Girl 6- Ember
Female
Girl 1- Merry
Female
Boy 5- Bear
Male
Girl 5- Holly
Female
Girl 2- Gale
Female
Boy 3- Coal
Male
Boy 4-Jack Frost
Male
Boy 6- Tiny Tim
Male
Girl 4- Noelle
Female
Kate 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.
Kate partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 7 weeks old.

“This price includes a 1 YEAR HEALTH GUARANTEE, an Embark package, deworming, vet check, up to date vaccinations, puppy culture training, AKC registration if applicable and more. Parents have also had the same testing and have clear embark and OFA's/PennHip. Deposits will be applied to balance of puppy.”
Kate 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 Kate 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 Kate directly.
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You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kate.
Meet in Detroit Lakes, MN
4373 miles away
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Meet at Hector Airport
4399 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Kate can meet at a location that works for both of you
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit, Puppy Culture Breeder.
Kate has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 years
Kate was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.

Pickerel Pups meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

Kate K.
This morning I was chatting with one of our puppy families and found myself referring to her little girl as our “star student.” ✏️🐩 That got me thinking… Our home really is a classroom of sorts. Every day these puppies are learning. They’re learning confidence, manners, patience, crate training, potty habits, problem-solving, and how to be wonderful companions. As I sat watching them this morning, I couldn’t help but realize they each seem to have their own role in class. 😂 🎓 Thea – The valedictorian, always ready to learn. 😎 Arlo – The effortlessly cool kid everyone notices. ⚽ Leif – The athlete who is always on the move. 🌾 Gus – The country boy with the biggest, gentlest heart. 📖 Caspian – The thoughtful old soul. 📣 Geneva – The cheerleader who loves everyone. 🍎 Flora – The teacher’s pet, always trying to climb into my arms. 🌙 Wren – The quiet observer who never misses a thing. 🎭 Jules – The chatterbox with plenty to say. 🚜 Benny – The sweet boy next door everyone adores. The funny thing is… I didn’t assign these personalities. They did. My job has simply been to slow down, watch, and get to know each of them. This little “class” has made me laugh every single day, and I feel so lucky to be their teacher for these first eight weeks before they graduate into the loving homes waiting for them. ❤️🎓


Claude and Fiona's litter

Kate K.
5 week update… Arlo


Pecco and Coco's litter

Kate K.
Part 2


Claude and Fiona's litter

Kate K.
Hi everyone! I just got home from work (don’t mind the scrubs! 😅), and I wanted to take a quick video of each puppy before the evening got away from me. It also happens to be right after dinner, so they’re all sporting their finest puppy food face. 😂 As much as I still don’t love being in front of the camera, I really want you to see just how much these little ones have grown. Their personalities are becoming more apparent every day, and they’re changing so quickly!


Claude and Fiona's litter

Kate K.
Arlo🩵


Pecco and Coco's litter

Kate K.
Left to right- Gus🤎, Jules❤️, Caspian🤍, and Wren💛.


Claude and Fiona's litter

Kate K.
Left to Right… Geneva🩷, Leif💚, Benny💙, Flora🧡, and Thea💜.


Claude and Fiona's litter

Kate K.
Waiting for breakfast 😋


Claude and Fiona's litter

Kate K.
Good Morning from Thea!


Claude and Fiona's litter

Kate K.
Arlo at 3 weeks! Getting so big!


Pecco and Coco's litter
Poodle
About Fiona
Our petite princess! Fiona is a gorgeous solid blue girl who is extremely people focused.
Good health testing
Poodle
About Coco
Coco is our mild mannered Phantom Queen. She is tall and the most elegant abstract Phantom girl. Her rich coloring and calm temperament make her an ideal companion.
Good health testing
Poodle
About Val
Oh Val, our larger than life fun-loving guy. He is such a friendly soul. He loves people, and playing. Val is extremely athletic. Our all around poodle. He is long and lean- and has the BEST hair.
Good health testing
Poodle
About Pecco
Pecco is our quiet, gentle giant. A stout stature, and mild temperament - this parti gentleman has a secret- he carries brown! He is the sweetest boy with a very gentle nature. His babies are lovely.
Good health testing
Poodle
About Claude
Claude is the heart and soul of our breeding program here at Pickerel Pups. This AKC Standard Poodle is absolutely perfect at 54 pounds - not too big, not too small, just right! He perfectly embodies everything we love about the breed’s temperament, being both a devoted family guardian and incredibly gentle soul. You’ll often find Claude keeping a protective watch over his family, but don’t let that serious side fool you! He’s absolutely smitten with his human mom and thinks he’s still a lap dog at heart. Nothing makes him happier than snuggling up for some quality cuddle time. Of course, all bets are off if a squirrel dares to enter his territory - then you’ll see his athletic side in full action! Claude brings exceptional genetics to our program with clear health testing and OFA clearances that give us confidence in every breeding. His stunning apricot coat with those gorgeous curls and that adorable little abstract white patch on his chest make him as beautiful as he is sweet-natured. But beyond his looks, it’s Claude’s perfect balance of loyalty, gentleness, and playful spirit that makes him such a special part of our Pickerel Pups family.
Good health testing
Poodle
About Aggie
Oh, Agnes! She is a beauty. Aggie doesn’t know a stranger and is the most outgoing, friendly dog we have! Everyone’s favorite cream puff!
Good level
Pickerel Pups 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.
DNA Disease Panel
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).
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.