I'm LAURA V., the breeder behind Van Der Poodles located in Canton, SD. I have one pair of poodles, Fern is a registered therapy dog and Wendell is a quiet and faithful companion. My pups are well socialized- used to kids and other dogs. They have a head start on grooming and are on a potty schedule.
Q. & A. with LAURA
Why did you start breeding?
I grew up on a farm and have always loved animals and animal reproduction. My career is in reproduction (cattle). I love well bred dogs and people so it was a natural fit.
What makes your program special?
My breeding program is special because of the attention and time spent with each individual pup. I know the traits of the parents and can help families find the pup that will fit them well.
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 sable, black, brown, and parti. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from LAURA
LAURA 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 $900 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes full AKC registration, the pup will be up to date on vaccines and will have a health examination done by a veterinarian. All puppies are the same price regardless of sex or coloring.”
Contract & health guarantee
LAURA 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 LAURA 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 LAURA directly.
Van Der 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
Fern, mom
Poodle
About Fern
Fern loves everyone, she is a registered therapy dog. She has been in nursing homes and loves to go anywhere I go. She does great in crowds and loves attention. Fern is smart, fun to train and as pretty as they come.
Wendell, dad
Poodle
About Wendell
Wendell is gentle soul, he is my velcro dog- he loves to be anywhere I am. Wendell is loyal, has low to medium prey drive and is a smart dog.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Van Der 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.
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).