Rocky Mountain Standards
Meet the breeder
I'm Tammy B., the breeder behind Rocky Mountain Standards located in Rifle, CO. We have had dogs as part of our family for over 25 years. They are more than pets. Each of our breeding dogs is AKC registered and goes through genetics testing to ensure high quality. We focus on temperament and desensitization along with basic commands.
Q. & A. with Tammy
Why did you start breeding?
We fell in love with poodles several years ago. Everyone we know is in love with our dogs. Our love for the breed naturally lead to us wanting to "share the love" with others.What makes your program special?
We have a homegrown approach to breeding. Our dogs are truly part of our family and we love them dearly.What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies are standard size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include sable, black, and parti. 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.
Joy
Went homeFemale
Rudolph
Went homeMale
Blitzen
Went homeMale
Cole
Went homeMale
Eve
Went homeFemale
Cupid
Went homeMale
Dasher
Went homeMale
Noel
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Tammy
Tammy 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 $1,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“This price includes AKC registration, first round of vaccines, deworming, and puppy socialization. Your deposit will reserve your puppy. It can be transferred to another puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Tammy 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 Tammy 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 Tammy 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Tammy.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Rifle, CO
5144 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Denver Airport
5026 miles away
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More about Tammy
Tammy has been a member of Good Dog for almost 2 years
Tammy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Tammy is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Rocky Mountain Standards 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
Sunny, mom
Poodle
About Sunny
Sunny is a female Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tammy decided to make her part of their program. Tammy 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.
Uploaded health tests
OFA Auscultation, Cardiologist, PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), +4 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Rocky Mountain Standards 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.
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.
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.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA)
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.
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), GM2 Gangliosidosis, Poodle Type, Neonatal Encephalopathy with Seizures (NEwS), von Willebrand Disease III (vWD III), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy 4 (PRA-crd4)
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).
