The Elegant Poodle
Meet the breeder
I'm Carissa C., the breeder behind The Elegant Poodle located in San Antonio, TX. We understand the responsibility of purposefully breeding in order to do better for the breed and the families that love them! When we bring a life into the world, we take that responsibility seriously and do everything we can to make sure it gets the best start possible. Additionally, any pup or dog from our program is a part of our pack for life, and we will always have a home for them here if they need it.
Q. & A. with Carissa
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our Poodle puppies are standard size. Bernedoodle puppies are standard size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Poodle puppies are red. Bernedoodle puppies include black, black and white, and phantom. 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.
Bingo
Went homeMale
Charlie
Went homeMale
Clifford
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 6
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Carissa
Carissa 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
"All Poodle puppies come with limited AKC Registration, 1 year health guarantee, dewormings and vaccines up to date."
Contract & health guarantee
Carissa 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 Carissa 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 Carissa directly.
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 Carissa.
Breeder's location
Meet in San Antonio, TX
1357 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at San Antonio Airport
1362 miles away
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More about Carissa
Carissa has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years
Carissa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Carissa’s links
Carissa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
The Elegant Poodle 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
All breeds
Poodle
Bernedoodle
Blaze, dad
Poodle
About Blaze
Blaze is a male Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Carissa decided to make him part of their program. Carissa 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.
Snickers, mom
Bernedoodle
About Snickers
Snickers is a female Bernedoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Carissa decided to make her part of their program. Carissa 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
Bernedoodle
Standard Poodle
Good level
The Elegant Poodle 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 Bernedoodles.
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.
