Riverdale Poodles

Dana M.

Breeder of Poodles

Meet the breeder

I'm Dana M., the breeder behind Riverdale Poodles located in Timonium, MD. Every puppy we raise is adored as part of our family from birth. Our puppies will complete your home, your family, and your heart! We are a small, in-home breeding program where we prioritize giving each dog and puppy the best care that we can. We cherish all of our animals and enjoy sharing the love of this breed with other individuals and families!

Q. & A. with Dana

What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies are standard size. Sizes 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.

Archie "AJ"
Went home
Male
Betty Boop
Went home
Female
Queso
Went home
Female
Clementine
Went home
Female
Maverick
Went home
Male
Daisy
Went home
Female
Matcha
Went home
Female
Reese
Went home
Female

Getting a puppy from Dana

Dana 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.

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 $300 non-refundable deposit and $1,400 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Price includes AKC registration w/o breeding rights, 3 administered deworming, 2 administrated distemper/parvo vaccinations (Spectra 5), socialization (incl ENS), initial potty training (potty tray). All of our puppies are the same price regardless of sex and size, and without breeding rights. Please inquire if this is something you desire.”

Contract & health guarantee

Dana 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 Dana 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 Dana directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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
  - 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
  - Food & treats
  - Registration
  - Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Dana.

Breeder's location

Meet in Timonium, MD

52 miles away

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Baltimore/Washington Airport

44 miles away

Flexible meeting point

Dana can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Dana

Dana has been a member of Good Dog for almost 2 years
Dana was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.

Dana is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Riverdale 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

Archie, dad
Poodle
About Archie
ARCHIE (Sire)—Parti Poodle apricot/white. Archie is four years old and a working service dog for autistic children. His superior temperament and instinctive and intuitive demeanor make him an excellent companion and service animal. Nearing 60 lbs, he is truly our gentle giant.
Roni, mom
Poodle
About Roni
VERONICA (dam): Parti poodle black/white. Veronica is three years old and, although no formal service dog training, has served as an emotional support animal for the disabled with chronic conditions and the legally blind. She exhibits superior intelligence and a nurturing disposition which are exemplified by the fact that she can open doors up and pick up items she is asked to bring, and will spend hours by the side of those in pain and in need of companionship. “Roni girl” is approximately 48lbs.

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Riverdale 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 Standard Poodles.

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).