Spirit Poodles

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Jennifer A.

Breeder of Poodles

Meet the breeder

I'm Jennifer A., the breeder behind Spirit Poodles located in Northfield, MN. We show and breed pet and performance dogs with health testing on parents and have very well-socialized puppies. While we love to show in conformation, agility, and lure sports, we don't require that of our buyers. We love placing Poodle puppies in active homes that will love our bombproof, beautiful, and happy Poodles. We have silver, blue, black, and white pups for discerning homes.

Q. & A. with Jennifer

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I was showing dogs, finished my first champions, and became interested in having litters out of my champions' dogs.
  • What makes your program special?

    I make no compromises on the temperament of my breeding dogs. If they are not easygoing, friendly, and self-assured, they have no place in my program. No matter how beautiful or titled. I also do an incredible amount of socializing with the pups, which also means better temperaments later on.
  • 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 blue. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home and guardian homes.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Jennifer

Jennifer 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 deposit and between $2,000 - $2,200 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Price includes AKC registration, microchip, first vaccine and vet exam, leash, and collar. Deposits are refundable only if we do not have a puppy to suit your needs at the puppy selection time.”

Contract & health guarantee

Jennifer 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 Jennifer 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 Jennifer 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 Jennifer.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Northfield, MN

889 miles away

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More about Jennifer

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Nationally certified Master Groomer, UKC conformation judge, AKC Breeder of Merit.

  • Jennifer has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years

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

  • Jennifer’s links

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Jennifer is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Spirit 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

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Spirit 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.

  • 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.

  • UC Davis DNA Profile (for FDSB Registration), Neonatal Encephalopathy with Seizures (NEwS), Chondrodystrophy and IVDD Risk (CDDY-IVDD), DNA Disease Panel, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Genetic Diversity Test, von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A)

    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).

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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.