I'm Candice P., the breeder behind Pinkney Poodles located in Waldorf, MD. We love this breed and the experience of having litters! Our mission is to raise pups that are set to become the best companions. We stand behind the health, structure, and temperament of our puppies and select forever homes that best complement the unique personalities of each puppy.
Q. & A. with Candice
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies include toy and miniature sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include brown, apricot, cream, and white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Candice
Candice 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 $200 non-refundable deposit and between $600 - $1,400 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes health guarantee, deworming, and first round of shots.”
Contract & health guarantee
Candice 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 Candice 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 Candice directly.
Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
Vet check
First round of shots and deworming
Extras
Food & treats
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Candice.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Waldorf, MD
42 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
27 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Candice can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Candice
Candice has been a member of Good Dog for 5 months
Candice was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Candice is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Pinkney 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
Cavapoo
Dakota, mom
Poodle
About Dakota
Dakota is a female Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Candice decided to make her part of their program. Candice 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.
Diesel, dad
Cavapoo
About Diesel
Diesel is a male Cavapoo. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Candice decided to make him part of their program. Candice 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
Pinkney 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 Cavapoos.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not 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 (rDVM, not 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.