A few years ago while searching for a new family companion, we discovered the Standard Poodle. I love Shelties and Collies, while Mike likes American Eskimos and Irish Setters. But neither of us wanted to deal with the hair that comes with owning those breeds. Additionally, my son has allergies so we knew we would need a low to no-shedding breed. We also wanted an active dog that we could take on family outings, one that was easily trainable, sociable, and fun-loving. Standard Poodles were an obvious choice! We found a reputable breeder who not only fueled our passion for the breed but inspired us to begin our own breeding program.