standard poodle puppies

• Puppy Overview

• Upcoming Litter

• Temperament, Health & Conformation

October 21, 2025

Thank you for your interest in Canzone Standard Poodles!

We fell in love with Standard Poodles since we had Tucker, our first American Kennel Club registered, purebred Poodle when we got together in 1995. We started breeding and showing Poodles, usually one litter a year, since 2010. This past year, we had two litters during the summer; you can see their parents below.

We have found fantastic homes for 12 puppies from the two litters this summer to be raised as companion/pet Poodles. Also, we have kept one female puppy from each of the two litters that we will train and eventually show in AKC conformation competitions during the next year or two, so please look for them in the ring!

We fully support and follow ethical practices in dog breeding, including the health tests on breeding animals as recommended by the Poodle Club of America. In addition to health, we also aspire to breed the best in temperament and conformation. Ethical practices can be seen on the Columbia Poodle Club web site, along with other helpful information.

We are not planning on another litter soon— perhaps breeding Prudence (scroll down) in Winter, 2026.

Jeff Smith and Geoff Hunnicutt, Canzone Standard Poodles

Portland, Or, 503-892-3100

Socialization

When our puppies are about five weeks old, they are moved with their dam to the kitchen area at the center of our home. This is where many other dogs stay and play, and where many different people come to interact with them. All of our eight adult Poodles live in our home with us as part of our family.

In addition, the puppies are exposed to many different home items (vacuum cleaners, umbrellas, stereo music, food processors, sliding doors, etc.) and grooming tools (hair dryers, brushes, spray bottles, etc.) They are given a variety of objects and dog toys for their learning and fun throughout their development. And of course, they play with their litter mates much of their awake time.

We keep our pups until they are nine weeks old so they have the very best start in their new, permanent homes. In addition to being well-socialized, the puppies are well fed and in good weight, veterinarian checked, vaccinated appropriate to age, and groomed. They are clean, healthy, and parasite free. The puppies have been introduced to crate, potty, and lead training, and they come with a health guarantee from genetic issues sometimes found in Poodles.

All of our Poodles are bred for the best of temperament, health, and conformation as follows:

Temperament means our Poodles are confident, well-socialized, happy, well-adjusted dogs who enjoy people and family members and friends. They enjoy a variety of activities such as playing fetch, running, belly rubs, grooming (with training), chase games, watching, exploring the outdoors, and just being with their family. Our Poodles are smart and want to be engaged and challenged with new experiences based on their developmental age. (Just like people, there are variations among Poodles for their individual preferences and predispositions.)

Health means they have been tested for known genetic issues, and verified as “clear.” Our breeding Poodles have a solid record of health as they are examined on a regular basis by our trusted veterinarian and friend of over 25 years—Dr. K Hardinge of Wilsonville Veterinary Clinic. All of our Poodles receive the best in health, nutrition, exercise, and ongoing care.

Conformation means many of our Poodles are shown in American Kennel Club contests, and often earn their American Championship title, and/or their parents and grandparents are Champions who exemplify the best in the breed of Standard Poodles. Our Poodles meet or exceed the criteria for the breed of Standard Poodles; they are bred for their physical qualities that make them athletic and good movers.