Poodle Breeders in New Jersey

Northern New Jersey hosts at least one standout health-tested Toy and Miniature program — plus easy access to New York and Pennsylvania kennels within driving distance.

Key Takeaways

A directory listing in New Jersey is not a recommendation. Vet any breeder yourself before you pay a deposit.
Check that both parents are screened for hips and eyes and carry the relevant DNA tests.
Meet the mother and look at the puppies’ surroundings when you can.
A breeder worth buying from asks about you, offers a contract, and keeps contact.
Treat hidden parents, constant litters and deposit pressure as reasons to walk.

Maggie’s Happy Poodles — Basking Ridge

Small family breeder in Basking Ridge raising AKC Toy and Miniature poodles. Parents Embark DNA clear with OFA clearances; puppies vet health-certified, raised in-home and socialized with kids and household life. 10+ years breeding.

Website · Call (908) 777-0968

Breeder resources for New Jersey

PCA National Breeder Referral — AKC-registered breeders only. East of the Mississippi: Leslie Newing, (203) 255-3396.
AKC Marketplace — Poodle puppies in New Jersey — live listings with health-test details.
Nearby: New York and Pennsylvania directories.

Use this list as a starting point, not an endorsement. Every breeder named in New Jersey still needs to be checked out. Confirm the parents are screened for hips and eyes and carry the DNA tests for the breed. Where possible, visit, meet the mother and inspect the puppies’ surroundings. A responsible New Jersey breeder will welcome the questions, provide a contract, and care where the puppy goes.

How to vet a New Jersey breeder

Ask for OFA hips (Standards), PRA-prcd and vWD DNA results — and verify them yourself. See how to tell a purebred poodle.
Expect $1,500–$3,000 for a well-bred pet puppy. 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 New Jersey 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 New Jersey?

Begin with the local poodle club and AKC referrals, then look for health testing, a contract, and breeders happy to show the parents.

What health tests should a New Jersey poodle breeder do?

Hip and eye checks plus poodle DNA tests, and ask to review the results yourself. Ask to see the results, not just the certificates.

Should I visit a breeder before buying?

Yes, if you can. Seeing the mother and the puppies’ surroundings is more revealing than any listing.

What are red flags in a poodle breeder?

Skipping health tests, breeding many kinds at once, and pushing a deposit sight unseen.

Nearby state guides

Comparing breeders across state lines? See our guides for Poodle breeders in New York, Poodle breeders in Pennsylvania and Poodle breeders in Delaware, or browse the full state-by-state directory.