POOLE FAMILY BULLDOGS
Meet the breeder
I'm Kevin P., the breeder behind POOLE FAMILY BULLDOGS located in North Carolina. We specialize in English Bulldogs. Show quality well-tempered babies. We offer Stud Service, Full Rights, Co-Own, and Pet Adoption. We have Standard English Bulldogs as well as Non-Standard colors. We do have limited litters so discussions are welcome before breeding to see if we are the breeders for you.
Q. & A. with Kevin
Why did you start breeding?
I simply love the breed. I love training, raising and showing my dogs, so naturally I wanted to make better built and more healthy dogs. So I then set out to do just that, and here I am.What makes your program special?
We are health and structure focused, and we are a legitimate family organization here and the dogs are part of that familyWhere do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Swiss Roll
Went homeFemale
Lil Bitty (sold)
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Kevin
Kevin 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 $800 non-refundable deposit and between $2,200 - $4,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price of our pups will include deworming, up to date vaccinations, socialization with children other dogs and people of different appearance, health clearance by vet and AKC paper work. No Deposit, No Holds.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kevin 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 Kevin 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 Kevin 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kevin.
Breeder’s location
Meet in North Carolina
242 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Flexible meeting point
Kevin can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Kevin
Kevin has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years
Kevin was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Kevin’s links
Kevin is a trusted Good Dog breeder
POOLE FAMILY BULLDOGS 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
Gertrude, mom
Bulldog
About Gertrude
Gertrude is an akc registered show dog, she enjoys playing with everyone and is a very loving and protective mother to her litter. This poor has a stunning genetic match up!
Angus, dad
Bulldog
About Angus
Angus is a gentle down to earth stud and the mother Gertrude is a loving and energetic chocolate! You cant picture a better paired litter!
Biscuit, mom
Bulldog
About Biscuit
Biscuit is a female Bulldog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kevin decided to make her part of their program. Kevin 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.
Dahlia, mom
Bulldog
About Dahlia
Dahlia is a female Bulldog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kevin decided to make her part of their program. Kevin 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
POOLE FAMILY BULLDOGS 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 Bulldogs.
Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered), 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 (rDVM, not registered), 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.
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), Cardiac Evaluation (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.
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.
Tracheal Hypoplasia
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
DNA Disease Panel, Hyperuricosuria (HUU)
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).
