Finding a Breeder
Poodle Breeders in Mississippi
By Marko · September 11, 2026
Mississippi offers a health-focused Toy program on the Gulf Coast and a long-running Standard kennel in the northeast corner. Verified breeders below.
Key Takeaways
- A directory listing in Mississippi is not a recommendation. Vet any breeder yourself before you pay a deposit.
- Ask for the health certificates and read the numbers on hips, eyes and DNA.
- See the mother and the puppies’ home if you are able to travel.
- A careful breeder asks you plenty, signs a contract, and checks in later.
- Hidden parents, endless litters or pressure to pay are all good reasons to leave.
Southern Belle Poodles — Poplarville
Small family breeder of AKC Toy poodles. Health-tested parents, home-raised and socialized puppies, vet-checked with first vaccinations. Call (601) 795-5459.
Standard Poodle Island (Larry Long) — Iuka area
Raising AKC Standard puppies for 19 years with lifetime support. Strict worming and immunization schedule, home-raised, visits welcome. Around $1,500 with $250 deposit. Call (731) 438-2971.
Breeder resources for Mississippi
- AKC Marketplace — Poodle puppies in Mississippi — live litters with test details.
- PCA National Breeder Referral — East of the Mississippi: Leslie Newing, (203) 255-3396.
- Nearby: Alabama, Tennessee, Louisiana and Florida directories.
Use this list as a starting point, not an endorsement. Every breeder named in Mississippi still needs to be checked out. Check the parents’ hip and eye screening and their DNA test status. If you can travel, meet the dam and see the space the litter is raised in. A responsible Mississippi breeder will welcome the questions, provide a contract, and care where the puppy goes.
How to vet a Mississippi breeder
- Ask for OFA hips (Standards), PRA-prcd and vWD DNA results — and verify them yourself. See how to tell a purebred poodle.
- Expect $1,000–$2,500 for a well-bred pet puppy in Mississippi. See how much poodles cost.
- Visit in person or video-call before sending a deposit — read why to avoid poodle puppy farms.
Know another reputable Mississippi poodle breeder? PoodleHQ doesn’t endorse individual breeders — always do your own due diligence before buying.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find a reputable poodle breeder in Mississippi?
Start with your poodle club and the AKC referral list, then judge each breeder on testing, contracts and access.
What health tests should a Mississippi poodle breeder do?
Screening for hips and eyes and the breed’s DNA tests, supported by the actual reports. Ask to see the results, not just the certificates.
Should I visit a breeder before buying?
Yes, if you can. An in-person meeting with the mother and the puppies’ space beats any online profile.
What are red flags in a poodle breeder?
A mix of breeds and litters, no health screening, and deposit pressure without a visit.
Nearby state guides
Comparing breeders across state lines? See our guides for Poodle breeders in Louisiana, Poodle breeders in Arkansas, Poodle breeders in Tennessee and Poodle breeders in Alabama, or browse the full state-by-state directory.