The Standards
- Houston, TX
- Responds within a day
Upcoming litters
Expected Poodle litter
Due Apr. 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Alexus R., the breeder behind The Standards located in Houston, TX. Hey poodle lovers, welcome to the standard I’m Alexus I am a standard poodle breeder in Houston Texas. My love for poodles can’t be explained my babies are healthy, loving and well groomed & well taken care of.
Q. & A. with Alexus
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 black, cream, and 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.
Princess Danity.
Went homeFemale
Princess Dixie.
Went homeFemale
Rose.
Went homeFemale
Rumble.
Went homeMale
Royal.
Went homeMale
Daisy.
Went homeFemale
Travis.
Went homeMale
Dunston.
Went homeMale
Warrior.
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Alexus
Alexus 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.
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
Contract & health guarantee
Alexus 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 Alexus 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 Alexus 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
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- 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
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Basic obedience & manners
- AKC registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Initial potty training
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Puppy starter kit
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Alexus.
Breeder's location
Meet in Houston, TX
Other pick-up locations
Meet at George Bush Intercontinental/Houston Airport
Flexible meeting point
Alexus can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Alexus
Alexus has been a member of Good Dog for 11 months
Alexus was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Alexus’s links
Alexus is a trusted Good Dog breeder
The 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
Doll., mom
Poodle
About Doll.
Doll is a black purebred standard poodle female.
Dash., dad
Poodle
About Dash.
Dash is a happy and super friendly boy he loves to play.
Dior., mom
Poodle
About Dior.
Dior is very calm and super gentle loves a pup cup and watching tv.
Hand., dad
Poodle
About Hand.
Handsome is a fun & very playful.
Parent health testing
Good level
The 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.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
DNA Disease 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).
