I'm Handi S., the breeder behind Riverspirit Miniature Poodles located in Indiana. I breed quality, healthy, well-rounded Poodles. I am a constant learner and am always striving to educate myself on ethical breeding practices. I take health testing very seriously. I take it as my full responsibility to be breeding healthy dogs into the world. I take it as my full responsibility to give them the life they deserve.
Q. & A. with Handi
Why did you start breeding?
I am someone who loves to learn. I love learning about the correct way to breed and how I can make a difference in bettering the breed.
What makes your program special?
I am dedicated to putting in my greatest efforts into my program. My dogs are family and they bring so much joy into life.
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Handi
Handi 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
Connect with Handi to learn more details about pricing.
Contract & health guarantee
Handi 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 Handi 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 Handi directly.
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Handi.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Indiana
460 miles away
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Handi has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years
Handi was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Handi is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Riverspirit Miniature 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 health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Riverspirit Miniature 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 Miniature 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.
Eye Certification (CAER, 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.
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.
PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Full Embark 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).