Cedar Valley hunting Poodles
In the summer of 2021 our daughter Brooke brought home an adorable, fuzzy faced Standard Poodle named Izzy. During her training and noticing the retrieving talent and hunting drive Izzy had, Brooke and Traci were impressed! With over 30 years of experience training and raising outstanding hunting and competitive Labradors, Brooke and Traci have decided to put together a program to produce outstanding hunting poodles!
Our puppies will receive extensive socialization using our proven training program we’ve used for over 30 years breeding our Labrador pups. We use the Early Neurological Socialization and Early Scent Introduction. They will be exposed to loud noises, distant gunshots, game birds, outside people, other animals as well as early grooming socialization, among other scenarios. Pups will have their dew claws removed and tails docked to leave 2/3″ poodle length. Puppies will come with a health and genetic guarantee.
Deposits are being accepted now to reserve your next puppy!
Our goals are to produce great hunting and competitive dogs that are also incredible family dogs and pets. Our 2026 litter are in the planning phase! We will be breeding our girls to Monarch’s Legendary Mischief of Cedar Valley aka Loki.
Loki is a gorgeous blue brindle parti poodle. Loki is part of Cedar Valley Hunt Club and is Traci’s personal dog. He has been with us since he was an eight week old puppy. He is a medium drive dog that has an incredible nose in the field and loves to retrieve. He retrieves well in water and on land generally not wanting to stop when quitting time comes. He is has a very level-headed temperament, and has been easy to train. He is a very affectionate and loyal dog that is calm and has impeccable manners in the house. He gets along great with children, all dogs and the cat! Loki is sired by International Champion, “Romeo”. He has a full littermate that is a certified service dog, and a number of 1/2 littermates also sire by Romeo that have their UKC Champion titles. Loki is of proper conformation and structure. Puppies sired by Loki in 2025 are on their way to male incredible hunting dogs, service dog prospects and the best family dogs! Loki is a nice size dog standing at 26 inches and is 55 pounds.
ABOUT THE STANDARD POODLE
Poodles are often associated with their fancy haircuts and sophisticated demeanor. However, long before Standard Poodles were perceived as “fancy froo froo” dogs they were die hard hunting companions, highly prized for their abilities retrieving in the water and on land more than 400 years ago.
What most people don’t know is that poodles were initially bred as hunting dogs. The origin of the breed can be traced back to Germany where they are known as the “Pudel,” which means “to splash about.” The word itself describes how the dog would jump into water to retrieve fallen game birds during a hunt. French nobles later picked up on this trend and began breeding larger poodles to create Standard Poodles.
Standard Poodles have many characteristics that make them great hunters. They are considered the second most intelligent breed of dog, only behind Border Collies, which make them easy to train and quick to learn. Poodles are eager to please and are very sensible dogs that build great bonds with their families. They have strong scenting abilities and their athletic making them the perfect companion for the hunting blind. Additionally, their curly coat protects them from the cold while also allowing them to be more mobile in the field.
Poodles originated as hunting dogs because they are the most versatile and most intelligent breeds. Those qualities have brought the Standard Poodle to dominate competitive canine sports like Obedience, Scenting Trials, and Coursing Ability Tests. The Standard Poodle is the perfect fit as a family pet, service animal, sporting or scenting prospect, and of course…hunting companion! For those with allergies, Standard Poodles are hypoallergenic and they don’t shed! If you’re looking for an outstanding, unique, fluffy, friendly companion both in the home and the field, a Standard Poodle fits the bill.
