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Standard Poodles of Forest Lakes
Upcoming litters
Expected Poodle litter
Due Jan. 2026
Ready Aug. 24, 2023
Meet the breeder
I'm Michele H., the breeder behind Standard Poodles of Forest Lakes located in Big Rapids, MI. We are a small in-home breeding program dedicated to the betterment of Standard Poodles via testing & education. Our dams & sires are proven in conformation, fully health tested by DNA & OFA exams as well as genetic diversity; matched to produce structurally sound pups with excellent temperaments.
Q. & A. with Michele
Why did you start breeding?
My love for Standard Poodles evolved during our 4H years. My desire to improve the health & longevity of the breed while maintaining the best breed qualities led me to start my own breeding program. I am blessed to have 2 experienced mentors who bred & owned top poodles in the U.S. I've gained knowledge & training from these valuable mentorships in breeding/whelping/raising/showing and grooming.What makes your program special?
We utilize Avidog & Puppy Culture programs to give our pups the best possible opportunity to be successful. Puppy buyers get 24/7 access via our PuppyCams & can even watch the birth if desired. Selection takes place in partnership with our clients after temperament testing at 7 weeks. Our pups have been very successful in their placements & many of our pups have become service & therapy 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 include apricot, black, brown, white, 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.
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 6
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Teal Girl
Went homeFemale
White Girl
Went homeFemale
Purple Girl
Went homeFemale
Pink Girl
Went homeFemale
Black Boy
Went homeMale
Red Boy
Went homeMale
Blue Boy
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Michele
Michele 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 $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“$500 secures order of selection at 7 weeks (pups go home at 10 weeks). Contracted buyers get 24/7 access via PuppyCam to watch puppies grow. Refundable if no puppy is available from litter. The deposit holds your position in order of selection of pups following temperament testing. Refundable if we do not produce a puppy matching the buyers lifestyle and activities.”
Contract & health guarantee
Michele 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 Michele 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 Michele 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 Michele.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Big Rapids, MI
525 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Gerald R. Ford Airport
497 miles away
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More about Michele
Club memberships
Michele is a member of Versatility in Poodles , United Poodle Association, and Mid-Michigan Poodle Club.
Certifications & recognitions
Savvy Socialization, Avidog Transformational Puppy Rearing, Your Litter A to Z (Avidog), Coefficient of Inbreeding Bootcamp (BetterBred), Breeding for Conservation (BetterBred), American Kennel Club Canine College, AKC Breeder of Merit, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., Puppy Culture Breeder, CHIC Certified.
Michele has been a member of Good Dog for about 6 years
Michele was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Michele is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Standard Poodles of Forest Lakes 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
Callista, mom
Poodle
About Callista
Callista is a confident, elegant Standard Poodle with a joyful personality and effortless movement. She’s an AKC Champion and UKC Grand Champion who excels in the ring and at home. Friendly, smart, and well-balanced in temperament and structure, Callista is a shining example of the breed.
Blaze, dad
Poodle
About Blaze
Blaze is a male Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Michele decided to make him part of their program. Michele 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.
Excellent health testing
Day Blindness, Achromatopsia, GM2 Gangliosidosis, Poodle Type, +10 more.
Piper, mom
Poodle
About Piper
Piper is the happiest dog anyone has ever met. She has a strong desire to please, which makes her an absolute joy in Obedience, Rally, Agility and Therapy work.
Excellent health testing
Dentition, Full Embark Panel, +17 more.
Romeo, dad
Poodle
About Romeo
Romeo is a loving and friendly boy, who wants to accompany his humans everywhere. He is structurally and temperamentally sound. He excels in the show ring as well as in obedience.
Excellent health testing
Chondrodysplasia/Dwarfism, Day Blindness, Achromatopsia, +10 more.
Rhett, dad
Poodle
About Rhett
Rhett is a brindle pointed silver phantom. He is an amazing boy with a kind heart and strong work ethic.
Great health testing
Full Embark Panel, Genetic Diversity Test, +13 more.
Katie, mom
Poodle
About Katie
Katie is the calmest little lady, even as a pup. But when she goes into the ring, she is flashy!
Great health testing
Full Embark Panel, Genetic Diversity Test, +11 more.
Porsche, mom
Poodle
About Porsche
Porsche is a female Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Michele decided to make her part of their program. Michele 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.
Excellent health testing
Day Blindness, Achromatopsia, GM2 Gangliosidosis, Poodle Type, +10 more.
Penelope, mom
Poodle
About Penelope
Penelope is very smart and intuitive. She is a natural comfort-giver which makes her the perfect therapy dog. She is very good at agility, but lacks speed as she would rather stay right by my side than run away from me to an obstacle! LOL
Excellent health testing
Genetic Diversity Test, Day Blindness, Achromatopsia, +8 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Standard Poodles of Forest Lakes 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.
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 , 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.
Dentition, Standard Veterinary Blood Panel, Brucellosis
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.
Osteochondrodysplasia, Miniature Poodle Type, Full Embark Panel, Chondrodystrophy and IVDD Risk (CDDY-IVDD), GM2 Gangliosidosis, Poodle Type, Genetic Diversity Test, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), Generalized, Day Blindness, Achromatopsia, PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy 4 (PRA-crd4), von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), DNA Profile, Neonatal Encephalopathy with Seizures (NEwS), Animal Genetics Panel, 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).
