Poodle Rescue Groups List: Who Rescued Who?
List of Poodle Rescue Groups
I fell in love with Standard Poodles when I met Emmett, my apricot standard who sadly passed away in 2019. Our story (which you can read here) led me to consider a poodle rescue, because poodles have undoubtedly become my favorite dog breed. Frankly, the same is true for my young kids and family.
Therefore, on our hunt for our next great poodle, I did a TON of research! Today I’m sharing with you the large, curated list that I created while we sought our next forever pup. Note: I am not personally endorsing any of these organizations, nor have I visited all of them to vet their humaneness. Please practice discernment when seeking out a rescue group with humane and healthy standards. As you do your research, I’m sure you’ll find a the perfect rescue group that is right for you and your family!
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Poodle Rescues of the East Coast & New England
Carolina Poodle Rescue
Located in South Carolina, with a nationwide network
Phone: Email to contact them
Email: info@carolinapoodlerescue.org
Mid-Atlantic Poodle Rescue
Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia
Phone: (410) 963-0079
Email: cindy@midatlanticpoodlerescue.org
Poodle Rescue Connecticut
Naugatuck, Connecticut
Phone: (203) 729-8846
Email: poodlerescuect@yahoo.com
Poodle Rescue of New England
Somerville, Massachusetts
Phone: (617) 628-1425
Email: poodlerescue@poodlerescuene.org
Poodle Rescue of Vermont
Essex Junction, Vermont
Phone: Click Here
Email: info@poodlerescuevt.org
Tidelands Poodle Club of Virginia
Williamsburg (coast) of Virginia
Phone: (757) 258-9322
Email: Call the number above
Poodle Rescues of the South
Coastal Poodle Rescue
Florida
Contact them through Facebook
Florida Poodles Rescue
St. Petersburg, Florida
Phone: (727) 265-1766
Email: info@floridapoodlerescue.org
Poodle Patch Rescue
Texas/Arkansas
Phone: (903) 244-9137
Email: info@poodlepatchrescue.com
Poodle Rescue of Houston
Houston, Texas
Phone: (713) 504-1224
Email: Click Here
Standard Poodle Rescue
Pensacola, Florida
Phone: (850) 478-2466
Email: brenda@standardpoodlerescue.net
Poodle Rescues of the West
Arizona Poodles Rescue
Maricopa, Arizona (Phoenix area)
Phone: Click Here
Email: aprvolunteers@gmail.com
Enchanted Poodle Club
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Phone: Click Here
Email: epcpoodlerescue@gmail.com
NorCal Poodle Rescue
Near San Francisco, California
Phone: (925) 322-0223
Email: Click Here
Poodles and Pals of Southern California
Nuevo, California (east of LA)
Phone: Click Here
Email: info@poodlesandpals.com
Puget Sound Poodle Club
Shoreline, Washington
Phone: (253) 691-2192
Email: pugetsoundpoodleclub@gmail.com
Poodle Rescue of the Midwest
Picket Fence Poodle Rescue
Central Minnesota
Phone: (763) 241-2068
Email: gail@picketspoodles.com
Choosing an Organization
Selecting where to find your next forever friend is not an easy decision. Rescuing a poodle or any animal is a lifelong commitment, and it’s important that as animal owners, we’re in for life. Therefore it’s important to do your research, ask lots of questions, and get to know the rescue from which you’re getting your poodle. I’ve included here only rescues that have robust websites so you can see the levels of commitment they have to their animals. Many are non-profit 503(c) organizations with boards and chairpeople.
Why You Should Consider a Poodle
I am a humane society lover. Several pets including two dogs and countless cats have been called to our home by way of the humane society. There’s only one way to put this…I’m definitely a dog person; now I’m a standard poodle person. I know, “there are two types of people in this world…” which is a statement that is followed up by all kinds of comparisons! One thing is certain: I love dogs and will always be a dog owner til the end.
I was raised with a wonderful black labrador retriever named Toto. Thankfully he was a wonderful dog and a great breed for our young family. Clearly I learned from a young age that dogs are part of the family. That set me on a path to always be a dog owner. I’ve had my share of them over the years, and I’ve loved them all – for their quirks, temperament, and the memories we’ve made together. But none compares to what I found in my most recent companion: Emmett the Standard Poodle.
He was my first Spoo (which is the equivalent of their Hollywood name). Since meeting Emmett, training him, snuggling with him, and observing him, one thing is certain: I will always be the proud Dog Momma of a Standard Poodle. If you’re reading this, perhaps you’re considering investing your money, heart, and time into this wonderful breed. I’d like to tell you about my experience with one, and help you see one family’s perspective. I’m not sure what’s right for you, but I now know what’s right for us!
Best Traits of Poodles
“Poodles are so smart!” We’ve all heard it; in fact, aside from that non-shedding beautiful coat, it’s one of the driving reasons why poodles are such a popular breed among dog owners of all types. I’m not lying, folks, when I say that my experience matches this idea we’ve all heard: poodles are intelligent, indeed.
As with all dogs, Standard Poodles have their own personality quirks and those little traits that make them unique. My favorite traits of ours include: him racing out to our car as we pulled in the driveway each day (we called him “Turbo”); eating carbs like tortillas and ramen noodles if we left him alone too long and the pantry was open; open-mouth kisses with the baby (yuck on both of you!). When he was a tiny 10-week old puppy, he slept under the bed…this he still did at six years old! It was hard to slide under, but he managed every night.
His most annoying trait was that he knew when we were headed to the groomer, and would refuse to come in the house or get in the car. Instead, he’d bark at us and run when we’d get close. The only way to get him back inside was for us to go in the house, close all the doors, and make him long to be with his “people.” He was too smart to come close for treats or to let us near him if he knew he was headed to the groomer!
Standard Poodles have so much intellectual capacity that it’s important to keep them busy and recognize their intellect.
Did you rescue a poodle? Share your story with us below!
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