I'm the breeder behind Caelestis Poodles located in Lillington, NC. I do my best to produce healthy, well-rounded Poodles that will enrich lives as mine have! I owe my life to my poodle Pandora and I want every puppy I produce to have the same effect on their owners. All pups are raised with puppy culture, well socialized, and started training to make them their best.
About Ashley
Hi there my name is Ashley but mostly everyone calls me Ash. I am a jack of all trades as a dog groomer, trainer, and competitor in the world of dog sports. I am active in the rescue world as well and am known for fostering bottle babies.
What makes Ashley’s program special
Everything I do is in the best interest of both puppies and for future generations beyond. Puppy culture for confident self assured personalities. ENS and Early Scent introduction (ESI) to boast innate abilities. Mandatory health tests, DNA tests, structural exams and behavioral tests, all for an unbiased opinion to make better, best.
Ashley’s certifications & recognitions
Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, Puppy Culture Breeder, Professional Groomer
Nash
Male • Ready Dec. 29, 2022
Poodle
Butch
Male • Ready Dec. 29, 2022
Poodle
Nash
Male • Went Home Dec. 29, 2022
Poodle
Ashley has been certified by Good Dog's screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you're ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies. You'll also have the chance to share a bit about yourself and what you're looking for in a new companion. Together, you'll choose the puppy that's right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Puppy prices range from $1,500 - $3,000 and include a deposit of $250.
“The price includes registration, at least two sets of shots, two dewormings and a health guarantee. All puppies are the same price. Deposit is non-refundable baring needing to return puppy back then the deposit will be refunded upon puppy being placed into new home.”
Ashley may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Ashley offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to Ashley directly.
Puppies are socialized to people, dogs, chickens, ducks, Guinea hens, horses, loud competition environments, construction noise, stores, swimming in summer and many many other things. Puppies are started on potty training, leash training, crate training and basic obedience. Puppies that are with us for longer learn more obedience and are kept consistent with previous training. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized in new places, Socialized with children, Various sounds, Car rides, Surface & tactile stimulation, Scent introduction, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Socialized with other animals, Dog sport competitions , going to a training club, Rules of 7, Strangers, Stores, Structures, e.g. Climbing, Chew, e.g. Bone, Toys, e.g. Ball, Early Neurological Stimulation, Grooming Desensitization, Socialized with Other Animals, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Children, Beginning Grooming, "No" Biting or Chewing, Other training as requested and age appropriate, Litter Box Trained, Puppy Culture , Crate Training, Leash Walking, and Potty Training.
All puppies get at least two sets of shots and two dewormings before going home. If puppies are with us for longer, we will continue on their normal schedule for shots as needed.
We send our puppies home with Toys, Registration, Food & treats, Vet records, Basic obedience & manners, Microchip, Trained to sit by 7 weeks old, Early Neurological Stimulation, Vaccinations, Microchip, Certificate of Health, and AKC Registration.
Ashley offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
If you’re nearby, you can visit in person to pick up your pup. If you’re far away, you can travel by car or plane.
We’ll meet at a mutually convenient halfway point to drop off your puppy. Once your application is approved, we’ll coordinate the details for your pick-up day together.
Why Ashley started breeding
My family has been in dog breeding for generations always trying to improve their breeds. I decided to take an active role when I knew I would have to retire my service dog and I couldn't find a program that I could get behind to find her replacement. With everything else I'm involved with I also couldn't have just a service dog. My goal is a perfect blend of everything I know a poodle can be.
Ashley has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 years
Ashley was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Ashley’s program has one size
Ashley’s Poodle puppies are standard size. Sizes will vary by litter based on the parent dogs.
Ashley’s links
Caelestis Poodles meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
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About Pandora
Pandora is a female Poodle over 8 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Ashley decided to make her part of their program. Ashley has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Great health testing
GM2 Gangliosidosis, Poodle Type, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), +6 more
Standard Poodle
Great level
Caelestis Poodles reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Standard Poodles.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), DNA Disease Panel, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A)
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.