I'm Kati & Marco P., the breeder behind Poochon Paw located in Auburn, MA. Our dogs are bred for health, temperament, and beauty. They are raised at home and parents have been genetic tested through Embark to ensure this! We focus on intelligence, docility, obedience, confidence, and being affectionate. We are dedicated to providing families with wonderful family pets.
Q. & A. with Kati & Marco
Why did you start breeding?
We searched a long time for a great breed. The Poochon is new (1990's) combination of the Bichon Frise and Mini Poodle and is perfect! Intelligent, trainable, affectionate, small size, does not shed-great for those w/allergies, is an alert dog-not yappy or overbearing, energetic yet loves to lounge. We have been so pleased we wanted to share this cute teddy bear with others, providing top quality!
What makes your program special?
We take the growth and development of our puppies very seriously. We have selected/genetically tested the parents to ensure best health and beauty of future litters-considering genetic/physical health, coat color, possible unique heterochromia, body shape, temperament, and intelligence. We use the Puppy Culture Program for best practices of growth and development of all of our dogs. We microchip!
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include cream, merle, phantom, parti, black phantom, white, chocolate, black and white, black, and apricot. 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.
WILLOW
Went home
Female
SHYLO
Went home
Female
KELBY
Went home
Female
RUBY
Went home
Female
PAX
Went home
Male
REESE
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Kati & Marco
Kati & Marco 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 $800 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Incl. nonrefundable deposit, health guarantee, deworm, first vax, Vet check up, microchip, puppy socialization, trained Puppy Culture Program. Prior to delivery Dam has ultrasound. Take home goodies. Nonrefundable deposit. Can transfer to different pup/litter. Pups are same price regardless of gender, size, coat/eye color (heterochromia poss). Not negotiable-vax, deworm, microchip, Vet check.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kati & Marco 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 Kati & Marco 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 Kati & Marco directly.
Poochon Paw 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
Litter and program updates
Kati & Marco P.
Program update on 24 Aug. •
Willow is 4.5 months now and such a joy! She is very cuddly, loves to run and play with her family of dogs and people, she is loving to all she meets and curious! She has recently started to enjoy splashing in water! Such a funny girl! She is very quick to master “brain engaging” toys. She is fully crate trained without issues. And becoming a potty trained champ with us noticing her cues. She is short in stature like her mom and a super fluff ball with the cutest crook at the tip of her tail. She has had several meet and greets at our home, with the potential new owners pulling out for various unfortunate reasons. Will you commit to love her and provide her the best home? She deserves the best! 💗
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Kati & Marco P.
Litter update on 08 Aug. •
Having lots of cuddle and playtime with Willow. She is so sweet and spunky and turning into a wonderful pup. She is allllll fluff! Making her size deceiving. She is smaller in weight and shorter in height like her Mama Bean. Making her a nice pup for someone looking for a Poochon that is on the smaller size. Is that someone you?
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Rhoady and Bean's litter
Kati & Marco P.
Litter update on 14 July •
Rhoady and Bean's litter
Kati & Marco P.
Litter update on 14 July •
Willow and Shylo are patiently waiting for your home to welcome them. They are growing so nicely, potty training, crate training, and commands. Loving to play and cuddle all day!
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Rhoady and Bean's litter
Parent dogs
Luna, mom
Assorted Doodle Crosses
About Luna
Luna has a multicolored coat with mixes of white, black, grey, and tan. She has beautiful, unique heterochromia eyes-a mix of brown, blue, and ice blue. She weighs 17 lbs. Luna is our loveable lady who has never met a stranger. She will win anyone over with her kisses and playful, mischievous antics. She is always looking to engage her other doggie housemates into some fun. Luna loves to cuddle and show affection. She is the older of our 2 Mom Dams and watches over our younger one. She truly is a mother through and through. If the other Dam in the home has a litter she helps keep a watchful eye on those pups and the Mom. She wants everyone cared for. Such a big heart! Our dogs are genetically tested through Embark, which screens for more than 270+ genetic health risks, allergy risks, 55 physical traits, and their ancestry.
Rhoady, dad
Assorted Doodle Crosses
About Rhoady
Rhoady has a nice chocolate coat and hazel eyes. He loves to gaze for long moments with people he truly enjoys. He is 18 lbs. Rhoady is our super sweet, gentle, ole soul. He has a very kind and calm temperament. He loves to cuddle, give hugs, and keep the peace. Rhoady is a very good judge of people. He can easily sense if someone new in the home needs to be watched or loved and cared for. Our dogs are genetically tested through Embark, which screens for more than 270+ genetic health risks, allergy risks, 55 physical traits, and their ancestry.
Bean, mom
Assorted Doodle Crosses
About Bean
Bean has a multicolored coat with mixes of white and red-brown. She weighs 14lbs. Bean is our bouncin’ bean - so full of energy and spunk. She loves to play and will engage any dog or person into her antics. She won’t take no for an answer! When she finally tires, she is ready to show her affection with lots of cuddling. She loves the outdoors in any kind of weather, even rain and snow! Bean is great buddies with our other Mom Dam, Luna. They are often found lying together. Our dogs are genetically tested through Embark, which screens for more than 270+ genetic health risks, allergy risks, 55 physical traits, and their ancestry.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Poochon Paw 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 Assorted Doodle Crosses.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Kati & Marco to bring home their puppies.
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Davia B.
Verified owner · Sept. 2025
Kati was absolutely fantastic and I highly recommend buying a puppy from her. She is a small time breeder who raised social and even tempered dogs. She even walked me through the entire process of having a puppy for the first time (even the costs of having a puppy). We are happy with our little Shlyo.