Sapphire Ridge Poodles

Marissa and Rachelle T.

Breeder of Poodles

  • Wheatland, CA
  • Responds within a few hours

Available puppies

Jaguar

Ready now

9 weeks old · Male

Toucan

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9 weeks old · Male

Pony

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9 weeks old · Female

Rooster

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9 weeks old · Male

Piglet

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9 weeks old · Female

Meet the breeder

I'm Marissa and Rachelle T., the breeder behind Sapphire Ridge Poodles located in Wheatland, CA. We are Rachelle and Marissa Terry. We live in Northern California on our 5 acre ranch. We got our first poodle in 2010 and have slowly grown our program since. Rachelle has worked in the veterinary medicine field for over 20 years, trained horses, is certified in animal nutrition, and bred Alaskan Malamutes for several years prior to our transition to poodles. Marissa has a history working in the vet field, dog training, dog grooming, and is currently an animal control officer. We have dedicated our lives to the animals we love so much. Working in an animal shelter and a veterinary hospital we have experienced firsthand many dogs that have been let down by people. Many dogs come to the clinic or shelter that are fearful, aggressive, unsocialized, shut down emotionally, or suffering from a genetic disease that could have been prevented with proper breeding and health testing. While we believe that adoption is wonderful, we also believe that families have a right to choose a dog from a breeder with confidence knowing that their new family member will be healthy and come from parents with good temperaments. Our goal is to change the negative stigma that breeders have been given. We strive to produce puppies that are well rounded family companions, could excel in the show ring, and have the potential to be an emotional support/service/therapy/or facility dog.

Q. & A. with Marissa and Rachelle

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We rescued our first poodle over in 2010. We fell in love with the breed and wanted to provide other families with a quality puppy to add into their home. Prior to breeding poodles we bred Alaskan Malamutes, yes there is a huge difference in size and the amount of shedding. 😂

  • What makes your program special?

    As mentioned, we have dedicated our entire life to animals. We raise all of our dogs and puppies inside our home and don’t have outside buildings or a kennel. Our puppies come straight from our home to yours and we guarantee you’ll love your new fur baby!

  • What are the different breed sizes in your program?

    Our puppies include toy, miniature, and moyen sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include sable, black, brown, red, parti, phantom, and brindle. 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.

Getting a puppy from Marissa and Rachelle

Marissa and Rachelle 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.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Marissa and Rachelle partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“Once we know what a puppy family is looking for in a puppy, we will match them to the best fit litter. Some puppy families will choose their puppy based on color or gender and other puppy families wait until we are able to perform puppy personality assessments.”

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,500 - $4,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Our puppies go home with a vet exam, microchipped, age appropriate vaccines and deworming, a fun go home bag, and a life time of breeder support. We require a $500 deposit to hold your puppy until weaning. The deposit amount goes towards the total purchase of your puppy.”

Contract & health guarantee

Marissa and Rachelle 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 Marissa and Rachelle 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 Marissa and Rachelle 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
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • AKC registration
      • Initial potty training
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Marissa and Rachelle.

Breeder's location

Meet in Wheatland, CA

2335 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Sacramento Airport

2349 miles away

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Flexible meeting point

Marissa and Rachelle can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Marissa and Rachelle

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Canine Nutritionist, Professional Groomer, Licensed Veterinary Technician, Puppy Culture Breeder.

  • Marissa and Rachelle has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years

    Marissa and Rachelle was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

  • Marissa and Rachelle’s links

Marissa and Rachelle is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Sapphire Ridge 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

Parent health testing

Toy Poodle

Moyen Poodle

Miniature Poodle

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Sapphire Ridge 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 Toy Poodles.

  • Hip Dysplasia (Preliminary)

    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 (Preliminary)

    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.

  • 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Marissa and Rachelle to bring home their puppies.

  • Stephanie D.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2026

    Marissa and Rachelle were incredible to work with. From the very start their responses were quick, detailed, and informative. Our boy “Smooch” now Puka is an absolute joy and their description of his personality from the get go when he was only about 4-5 weeks old is exactly how he is today. He still remains that playful pup and will paw at us to get him to play more with him until he’s finally done for the day. I know it ever have questions Marissa is ready to answer and give her support still, which is important as a first time owner. Oh and I am also allergic to dogs but our boy hasn’t triggered my allergies so that’s a plus. Thank you Marissa and Rachelle!

    Anya K.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2025

    Marissa and Rachelle were great to work with since the very beginning. They were quick in responding to all of my questions throughout the process and accommodating for the delivery at the Sacramento airport. Their thoroughness shows that they take great care of in raising the puppies in a safe and healthy environment. I’m so glad I had the opportunity to connect with them and bring my Ollie home to live in Alaska.

    Sharon C.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2025

    I had a wonderful experience with Marissa and Rachelle! They were responsive throughout the process, and picking up Samson went incredibly smoothly. Samson has clearly been well socialized—he’s such a happy, playful boy and gets along great with people and other dogs. He’s non-reactive, trusting, and so easygoing in new situations. Plus, he’s absolutely adorable (my totally unbiased opinion) and turns heads everywhere we go.

  • Cinthya O.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2026

    Marissa and Rachelle were lovely to work with! We’ve had our girl “Cannoli” for almost two months and we’re so in love with her- her temperament is lovely, she is so great with people, and we have a pretty good routine down at home. The puppy phase is definitely a lot of work but Marissa and Rachelle are clearly very knowledgeable about the breed and sent us home well prepared! They have also answered any questions I’ve had very quickly. Overall, I definitely recommend getting your poodle from Sapphire Ridge!

    Bruce L.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2025

    Couldn't be happier than I am with puppy Tyler (Orion). He's a sweetheart, gets along with everyone and both dogs here. He's pretty much potty trained himself and lets me know when he needs to go outside. Wakes only once during the night and whimpers until I take him out. We do call him Piranha Mouth as those little teeth are sharp! He's a total love. 🩷

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    Susan K.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2025

    Marissa and Rachelle were awesome to work with...the puppy I bought from them is a healthy, happy, and well adjusted little boy...I couldn't be more pleased with him.

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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