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Tumbling Creek Poodles and Doodles
Meet the breeder
I'm Merissa T., the breeder behind Tumbling Creek Poodles and Doodles located in Saltville, VA. We breed purposely paired by genetics. All of our dogs are well tempered, healthy, and socialized Standard Poodles and Doodles. Each and every puppy comes preloved and spoiled.
Q. & A. with Merissa
Why did you start breeding?
I loved the health, temperament and companionship of my own dogs and want to breed the best of the best in my program!What makes your program special?
My dogs are treated like family. I am willing to work with responsible owners for their special pup. Poodles are amazing!What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our Poodle puppies are standard size. Aussiedoodle 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 include brown, phantom, and brindle. Aussiedoodle puppies include blue merle, red merle, black and white, black tri-color, red phantom, and red tri-color. 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.
Henson
Went homeMale
Kolohne
Went homeFemale
Kalin
Went homeFemale
Hoyt
Went homeMale
Hamilton
Went homeMale
Keela
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Autumn
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Pandora
Went homeFemale
Red
Went homeFemale
Purple
Went homeFemale
Dark Blue
Went homeMale
Light Blue
Went homeMale
Green
Went homeMale
Blue
Went homeMale
Khaki
Went homeMale
Tank
Went homeMale
Onyx
Went homeMale
Candy
Went homeFemale
Cappuccino
Went homeMale
Brownie
Went homeFemale
Rainbow Ruby
Went homeFemale
Elvira
Went homeFemale
Jumanji
Went homeMale
Tigger
Went homeMale
Pooh Bear
Went homeMale
Christopher Robin
Went homeMale
Rabbit
Went homeMale
Eeyore
Went homeMale
Kessie
Went homeFemale
Kanga
Went homeFemale
Piglet
Went homeFemale
Roo
Went homeFemale
Owl
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Merissa
Merissa 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 $300 non-refundable deposit and between $700 - $1,400 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“CKC registration with pedigree, 2 year genetic health guarantee, microchip, 30 days pet insurance and all health records. Waitlist deposit of 100 before birth and 300 deposit to hold puppy until 8 weeks of age. All deposit come out of total price of pup.”
Contract & health guarantee
Merissa 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 Merissa 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 Merissa 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 Merissa.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Saltville, VA
277 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Tri-Cities Airport
323 miles away
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More about Merissa
Club memberships
Merissa is a member of The Poodle Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
Professional Groomer.
Merissa has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Merissa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Merissa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Tumbling Creek Poodles and Doodles 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
Remi, dad
Poodle
About Remi
The most loyal and bestest boy. Remi is a big baby and just wants to be wherever his people are!
Good health testing
Full Embark Panel, GM2 Gangliosidosis, Poodle Type, +6 more.
Huckleberry, dad
Poodle
About Huckleberry
Small standard AKC sable parti
Good health testing
Full Embark Panel, GM2 Gangliosidosis, Poodle Type, +6 more.
Kari, mom
Poodle
About Kari
Kari is a female Poodle almost 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Merissa decided to make her part of their program. Merissa 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.
Good health testing
GM2 Gangliosidosis, Poodle Type, von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), +4 more.
Parent health testing
Aussiedoodle
Standard Poodle
Tumbling Creek Poodles and Doodles 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 Aussiedoodles.
von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Full Embark 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).
