Ruffles, Ridges, & Spots

12/16/2025

👑 Sometimes life puts you in a season you never expected — one that’s painful, exhausting, and deeply personal. When I see someone walking through a situation I know all too well, I don’t hesitate to step in and help.

These six beautiful Standard Poodle puppies — Empress, Countess, Lady, King, Prince, and Knight — are not my puppies. They belong to a dear friend who is navigating a very difficult chapter, and right now, support matters.

What makes this story even closer to my heart is that this litter features my lines on both sides. Their mom is a Cardi grand-baby and a Jasper baby, and their dad is Lena’s son — Tinkerbell’s half brother. These dogs — Jasper, Cardi, and Lena (Tink’s mom) — represent everything I believe in when it comes to sound temperaments, structure, and consistency. They aren’t just names on a pedigree; they’re part of my history, my program, and my passion.

These puppies are being raised with care and intention, and they truly are something special — confident and full of promise. Helping them find the right homes feels like the right thing to do, and I’m happy to stand beside my friend while she walks through this season.

👑 Not my litter — but a story I’m proud to help write.

If you’re looking for a Standard Poodle with a strong foundation and a whole lot of heart behind them, I’d love to connect you with the breeder and share more about these incredible pups.

📩 Message me for details.

12/12/2025

12/08/2025

I haven’t had a litter of poodles in about 14 months and likely won’t have a litter of my own until summer 2026.

BUT

Sometimes you just have to go to your friends house to snuggle poodle puppies!

3 boys and 3 girls will be searching! All Black and White Parti’s! These babies are decendants of Cardi, Jasper, and Lena in one way or another! 🥺💙🩷

12/02/2025

We’ve learned a new nickname…

This one sums up her personality. 😂🩷

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from my pack to yours!

As we all celebrate today, please keep in mind that not all foods are good for dogs!

Take a minute to educate yourself and read what they can and can’t have!

What Thanksgiving foods can dogs eat? Learn which foods are safe and even healthy to share, and what should be avoided ahead of the holiday.

11/24/2025

Puppies may have headed to their new homes, but slowing down? Not me!

Last weekend I road-tripped to California and back. Monday was my birthday and Koda left for his new family. Then it rolled straight into Banquet Week!

I work full-time for a Chamber of Commerce, so Thursday we attended the Missouri Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet—where we were awarded Missouri’s Chamber of the Year! Then Friday was our own Chamber Banquet!

Saturday I got to celebrate my birthday. Sunday started with church, included grooming Stink, and ended with Bible study with some of my favorite girls.

This week keeps going—Wednesday I get to groom two past puppies and my favorite doodle. Thursday is Thanksgiving. Friday is for shopping!

And the BEST part…
Dog Show Weekend for Tinkerbell!
Her first weekend in the Champion class since earning her UCH in August!

Oh—and because I like to keep life extra exciting—my Dalmatian waitlist for spring is already growing (only 4 spots left), and I’ll be starting the waitlist for Iris x Jasper’s Standard Poodle litter due at the end of spring/beginning of summer! Spots (pun intended) will fill fast! 🖤🤍🤎

I don’t do it often and try to keep it all dogs over here, but enjoy this little insight into my personal life lately! My heart is full! ❤️

11/19/2025

If any of my puppy owners want to come see what it’s about, have a little fun, and likely get a Championship, let’s talk!! I’d love to have you there!!! ❤️

🐾 SAVE THE DATE, HPBA Family!
We’re teaming up with BFF Kennel Club for the APRI All-Breed Dog Show happening August 8th, 2026 here in Neosho, MO!

Show Details:
📍 Newton County Fair Grounds
🕗 8:00 AM Start Time
💲 Entry Fees: 1 show - $25 • 2 shows- $50 • 3 shows - $60
📬 Mail-In Entries Only (Due July 25th, 2026)
🎁 Canned food = door-prize tickets!

Before you step into the ring, here’s your early reminder:
👉 Make sure your dogs are registered with APRI!
If they’re already AKC-registered, APRI will register them for FREE, and the process only takes a few minutes.

Need help? Not sure where to start?
Just message us — we’re happy to walk you through it!

More reminders & show tips coming!

11/17/2025

11/17/2025

And just like that… 10/10 are gone and off to their forever families!

Rip, now named Koda, hit the road today and will be with his half brother Knox and his new parents in Clearwater, Florida in the next few days!

Koda Bear, be good!! No more raising chaos!!

Knox, don’t teach your brother bad tricks!!

Sydney & Jonah, I’ll pray for you and those crazy boys! 😂

11/15/2025

I’ve been a little quiet lately! It’s because I’m on the road!

8pm last night we were in Albuquerque, NM and Sunny Girl got to meet her new family!

7am this morning, we were in Beaumont, CA and Chloe got to meet her new family!

11am today we made it to Las Vegas and Isla got to meet her new family!

We are officially headed home after a quick stop to take pictures!

Special S/O to my little brother for coming along and tag teaming this long drive!

11/13/2025

Miss Cardi B found a home with my Aunt & Uncle and has been living her best life for a few weeks now!

BUT, we still get to babysit! She’s such a good girl! It’s safe to say she missed us but I think she’s missing her new mommy now too!!

What a lucky girl to have such a big family to love her!! ❤️