Two of our Lovely Forest Lakes Girls are on the Top Ten List!

We could not be more proud of, or thankful for, these wonderful gifts from heaven!

We are so blessed; Forest Lakes has TWO of our beautiful white girls on the Top Ten list as of August!

Azula is the Newest Forest Lakes UKC Champion – Owner Handled

These sweet beauties earn more titles than what is listed on UKC as they also compete in AKC. Daphne is one run away from her BCAT title!

Congratulations to Katie, our American Champion and UKC Ruby Grand Champion! ???????? Katie has worked incredibly hard to achieve these titles, and it’s a testament to her outstanding qualities and dedication. She’s not just a showstopper in the ring but also a loving and intelligent companion. ????❤️ We’re proud to have her in our breeding program, where we prioritize health, structure, and temperament. Here’s to many more achievements for our beloved Katie! ???????? #ChampionPoodle #KatieTheChampion #ProudPreservationistDogBreeder

Celebrating our superstar Daphne, our UKC Grand Champion ???? who’s just one run away from earning her BCAT title! ???????? Daphne’s dedication and athleticism are truly remarkable. She’s not only a champion in the show ring but also a top-notch athlete. We’re thrilled to witness her shine both in conformation and on the lure coursing field. Daphne was a wild child and went to live with my trusted co-owner when I had emergency surgery. I absolutely love to take her out camping and showing because she has become the sweetest and most well-behaved companion. Stay tuned for more exciting updates on Daphne’s journey in performance sports and companion events! ???????? #GrandChampionDaphne #ProudPoodleParent

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