Singer Standards
Meet the breeder
I'm Josh S., the breeder behind Singer Standards located in Gastonia, NC. Our goal here at Singer Standards is to provide the best possible dogs for a lifetime of companionship. We’ve been involved in breeding for over 20 years, and we place puppies all across the world that become award winning (confirmation & agility) champions.
Q. & A. with Josh
Why did you start breeding?
Fell in love with the standard poodle breed and felt it my duty to contribute everything I could.What makes your program special?
Being a small program in North Carolina, we put an emphasis on the temperament and the overall health of our dogs!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 are red. 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.
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 6
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Josh
Josh 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 between $1,300 - $2,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“All puppies are provided with AKC paperwork, as well as a one year health guarantee. Deposit is required if the puppy isn't of age to be placed yet. If puppy is 8+ weeks, no deposit is required.”
Contract & health guarantee
Josh 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 Josh 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 Josh 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 Josh.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Gastonia, NC
4400 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Charlotte Douglas Airport
4388 miles away
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More about Josh
Certifications & recognitions
Associate Dog Trainer, Professional Groomer.
Josh has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years
Josh was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Josh’s links
Josh is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Singer 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
Woodrow, dad
Poodle
About Woodrow
Woodrow is a male Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Josh decided to make him part of their program. Josh 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.
Pig, dad
Poodle
About Pig
Pig is a male Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Josh decided to make him part of their program. Josh 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.
Layla Mae, mom
Poodle
About Layla Mae
Layla Mae is a female Poodle about 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Josh decided to make her part of their program. Josh 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.
Tammy Faye, mom
Poodle
About Tammy Faye
Tammy Faye is a female Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Josh decided to make her part of their program. Josh 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.
Melody, mom
Poodle
About Melody
Melody is a female Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Josh decided to make her part of their program. Josh 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
Good level
Singer 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.
Full Embark Panel, Animal Genetics 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).
