I'm the breeder behind The Silver Collar located in North Carolina. We are a small veteran owned and operated business that came about from our love of dogs and serving soldiers. We believe that we have the foremost line of Standard Poodles. Our goal is to provide trained dogs at an affordable rate. We also offer trained companion dogs, as well as family pets.
About Tasha
I have been a veteran of the United States Army for over 20 years. I am currently still serving in the US ARMY Reserve with no plans on slowing down. I have been breeding, training, and working with veterans and families for many years. I specialize in suicide prevention, emotional support, and stability dogs for those in need. I absolutely love what I do, and my dogs are central to everything in my life.
What makes Tasha’s program special
My breeding program focuses on the temperament and conformation of the litters I produce. All of my dogs are raised, trained, and live in actual homes with families, they are pets first and foremost.
Einstein
Male • Went Home Nov. 24, 2023
Poodle
Envy(Trained)
Female • Went Home Nov. 24, 2023
Poodle
Ebony(Trained)
Female • Went Home Nov. 24, 2023
Poodle
Elvira(Trained)
Female • Went Home Nov. 24, 2023
Poodle
Eden
Female • Went Home Nov. 24, 2023
Poodle
Echo
Female • Went Home Nov. 24, 2023
Poodle
Eve(Trained)
Female • Went Home Nov. 24, 2023
Poodle
Ella(Trained)
Female • Went Home Nov. 24, 2023
Poodle
Eggbert
Male • Went Home Nov. 24, 2023
Poodle
Elvis
Male • Went Home Nov. 24, 2023
Poodle
Boy 7
Male • Went Home Apr. 27, 2023
Poodle
Dash
Male • Went Home Apr. 27, 2023
Poodle
Dozer
Male • Went Home Apr. 27, 2023
Poodle
Girl 2
Female • Went Home Apr. 27, 2023
Poodle
Girl 1
Female • Went Home Apr. 27, 2023
Poodle
Boy 5
Male • Went Home Apr. 27, 2023
Poodle
Boy 8
Male • Went Home Apr. 27, 2023
Poodle
Boy 4
Male • Went Home Apr. 27, 2023
Poodle
Boy 3
Male • Went Home Apr. 27, 2023
Poodle
Boy 6
Male • Went Home Apr. 27, 2023
Poodle
Green-
Female • Went Home Apr. 29, 2021
Poodle
Nico - Gray
Male • Went Home Apr. 29, 2021
Poodle
Black-
Male • Went Home Apr. 29, 2021
Poodle
Kate - Pink
Female • Went Home Apr. 29, 2021
Poodle
Blue - Grant
Male • Went Home Apr. 29, 2021
Poodle
Orange-
Female • Went Home Apr. 29, 2021
Poodle
Ember Sky - Purple
Female • Went Home Apr. 29, 2021
Poodle
Cayman - Yellow
Male • Went Home Apr. 29, 2021
Poodle
Red-
Male • Went Home Apr. 29, 2021
Poodle
Bronson
Male • Went Home Oct. 14, 2020
Poodle
Elton
Male • Went Home Oct. 14, 2020
Poodle
Pinky pie
Female • Went Home Oct. 14, 2020
Poodle
adam
Male • Went Home Oct. 14, 2020
Poodle
Rascal
Male • Went Home Oct. 14, 2020
Poodle
louis
Male • Went Home Oct. 14, 2020
Poodle
Newborn Poodles from Doug and Shelby
Born Sept. 2023. Ready Nov. 24, 2023
Newborn Poodles from Doug and Shelby
Born Sept. 2023
Ready Nov. 24, 2023
Tasha 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 $2,000 - $4,500 and include a non-refundable deposit of $300.
“The price includes AKC registration, a microchip, age-appropriate vaccinations and dewormings, vet check with health certificate, age-appropriate obedience training program, crate, and potty training. All of our dogs are priced the same at 8 weeks regardless of color or gender. We do not breed for color. The deposit is nonrefundable but is transferable to another puppy should the need arise.”
Tasha 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 Tasha 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 Tasha directly.
My puppies are exposed to a number of stimulations from birth. I begin with cotton swabs on the feet and nose and puppies are handled daily. The puppies are familiar with car rides, household sounds, children, other animals, and various surfaces. I utilize the following enrichment methods: also have lots of friends and family who come over to handle the puppies and help out with the puppies daily. I do not take them to public places to expose them to people as they are not fully vaccinated until 16 weeks. , Car Rides, Strangers, crate training, Chew, e.g. Bone, Toys, e.g. Ball, Noise desensitized , Outdoors (when Weather permits), Texture stimulation, Outdoors, e.g. rain, Various Surfaces , Noises , Structures, e.g. Climbing, Scents, Touch Desensitization, Early Neurological Stimulation, Socialized with Other Animals, Grooming Desensitization, Socialized with Adult Dogs, grooming , We introduce collar and leash training, We litter train our puppies by 4 weeks which makes crate training very easy., We begin potty training along with crate training & believe the two go hand in hand., Early socialization, Basic Obedience Commands, Car Training , Litter Box Trained, leash training for control. visiting different environments, Behavioral shaping , Puppy Culture , Service Dog Training, Biosensor Training, Crate Training, "No" Biting or Chewing, Potty Training, Socialized with Children, Puppy Culture , Sound Stimulation, Household Desensitization, and Socialized with Cats.
Pups have their tails docked to the AKC standard and dewclaws removed. Puppies are dewormed every 2 weeks beginning at 2 weeks of age. They are vaccinated and have a vet visit with a health certificate before they go to their new home.
We send our puppies home with Our puppies are all sent home with welcome home bags and information. , Certificate of Health, Logo magnet, Breed Club Registration, puppy culture, Sound and texture enrichment, Early Neurological Stimulation, Vaccinations, Puppy Leash, Food Starter Bag, AKC Registration, Toy with Littermates' Scent, and Microchip.
Tasha 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.
Work with a trusted flight nanny or transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.
Why Tasha started breeding
My breeding program came about from the love of my own Poodles and their capacity to help support Soldiers. I have been breeding and training Standard Poodles for many years with great success. I personally love the Standard Poodle for their versatility and ability to adapt to any living environment. My #1 goal is to provide trained canine partners for those in need, at an affordable rate.
Tasha has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Tasha was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Tasha’s program has one size
Tasha’s Poodle puppies are standard size. Sizes will vary by litter based on the parent dogs.
The Silver Collar meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Poodle
Poodle
About Bess
Bess is a female Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tasha decided to make her part of their program. Tasha 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.
Good health testing
DNA Disease Panel, Animal Genetics Panel, +1 more
Poodle
About Shelby
Shelby is a true ambassador for the breed. She is conformationally perfect and her temperament is first class. She has proven as a producer for service line standards and is a product of our breeding program herself. Shelby is calm, brave, tall and thick. She passes all of her amazing qualities to her puppies as well.
Good health testing
Animal Genetics Panel, Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more
Poodle
About Doug
Doug is 98lb Standard poodle. He is a Black hidden phantom (not highly marked up). His temperament is a true testament of a service dog, he is calm and brave in every situation. Doug is very tall ( 29.2") and is also solid. He passes all of his qualities to each of his puppies and is a complete joy to be around.
Good health testing
Animal Genetics Panel, Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI)
Poodle
About Dixie
Dixie is a super sweet and confident girl. She has amazing recall and never meets a stranger.
Good health testing
Animal Genetics Panel, Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more
Standard Poodle
Good level
The Silver Collar 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 (Preliminary)
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 (Preliminary)
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.
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), DNA Profile
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.
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.
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.
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.