Finding a Breeder
Poodle Breeders in Virginia
By Marko · September 11, 2026
Virginia standouts include an AKC Breeder of Merit Standard program with UKC top-10 winners and a health-obsessed farm kennel with a 5-year guarantee. Verified breeders below.
Key Takeaways
- A directory listing in Virginia 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.
Sapphire Poodles (Greg & Wendy Coffey) — Lynchburg
Premier Standard program: AKC Breeder of Merit, AKC-registered kennel name, UKC top-10 dogs 2018–2025, titles across conformation, weight pull, rally and scent work. Health-tested; puppies occasionally available. Call (434) 941-7182.
Virginia Poodles and Doodles (Shannon) — Louisa
Nine years breeding on a 5-acre farm; all parents Embark + OFA/CHIC screened (hips, patellas, cardiac), 5-year genetic guarantee, microchipped, visitors welcome. Call (434) 906-3607.
Pilesgrove Pups — West Falls Church
Miniature and Toy program with a 10-year health guarantee and nationwide delivery.
More AKC-listed Virginia breeders
- Tammy Ann Smith — Spout Spring (Bred with H.E.A.R.T.)
- Cheryl Reynolds — Crewe (Standards)
- Christine Robins — Virginia Beach (small Toys)
- Catherine Grant — Mineral (Toy)
- Yenisel Lambert — Sterling
- Elizabeth Hinkley — Virgilina
Browse them all on AKC Marketplace — Poodle puppies in Virginia.
Breeder resources for Virginia
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Nearby: West Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, Kentucky, Tennessee.
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PCA National Breeder Referral — East of the Mississippi: Leslie Newing, (203) 255-3396.
Use this list as a starting point, not an endorsement. Every breeder named in Virginia 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 Virginia breeder will welcome the questions, provide a contract, and care where the puppy goes.
How to vet a Virginia 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 in Virginia. 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 Virginia 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 Virginia?
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 Virginia 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 Maryland, Poodle breeders in West Virginia, Poodle breeders in Kentucky and Poodle breeders in North Carolina, or browse the full state-by-state directory.