Gracepol Papillons
Grant, SA
Hi, I'm Jessica M.
At Gracepol Breeding, we are passionate about raising healthy, well-tempered, and structurally sound Papillons. We don’t just breed puppies; we aim to improve the health of the breed with each generation, ensuring your puppy has the best possible start to a long and happy life. Lastly, every aspect of our process is…
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Member since Jan 2025
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- Breeding & Welfare
- Health Practices
- Home Environment
- Documentation
- Feeding
- Physical Condition
Our Breeding Practices
Behaviour and socialisation
While litters may be infrequent, we invest extensive time and effort in nurturing our puppies when they do arrive. At Gracepol, we adhere to the Puppy Culture program, a comprehensive guide that assists breeders in shaping puppies during their crucial first 12 weeks of life. This approach helps them develop into calm…
Health
Our breeding program is built on health, innovation, and achievement, highlighted by accomplishments such as being the first Cardigan Corgi breeder worldwide to participate in the ICB Hip Dysplasia Project. This groundbreaking initiative uses specially designed traction mats in the whelping box to reduce the risk of…
Home environment
Every puppy is born with its unique temperament and personality. At Gracepol, we take great care in screening potential puppy buyers to ensure the best possible match between our puppies and their forever homes. We closely observe each puppy individually, gaining insights into dominant traits and how these…
Included with our puppies
Puppies will be vet-checked, vaccinated with their own Pet Passport, wormed frequently, microchipped, and flea-treated. Their comprehensive puppy pack includes their individual pedigree papers, microchipping transfer, toys, a scented blanket, enrichment bowls, teething treats, grooming products, puppy biscuits and…
Health Tests
Core Tests(4/4)
Gracepol Papillons conducts 4 out of 4 core health tests which RightPaw believe are most important to conduct for the Papillon.
Factor VII deficiency
Genetic Test
This is a genetic disease that affects a variety of breeds. It causes a blood clotting problem…
NAD
Genetic Test
Neuroaxonal Dystrophy (NAD) is a degenerative neurological disease that has been identified in a…
PRA
Genetic Test
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) in dogs is a type of genetic eye disease causing deterioration…
VWD
Genetic Test
Von Willebrand’s Disease (VWD/vWD) is a genetic bleeding disorder caused by a lack of a specific…
Additional Tests
Gracepol Papillons does not conduct additional health tests.
Transportation options
Gracepol Papillons will send their puppies to the following states for their new families:
Getting your puppy home
Gracepol Papillons supports the following options for getting your new puppy home safely.
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About the Breeder
A little about us
My journey with the Papillon and Corgi breeds began when I was just 14 years old. My fascination with Corgis, often associated with royalty as the Queen's dogs, and the Papillon, which I first encountered at the Royal Adelaide Show, ignited my passion. I delved into extensive research on both breeds, but it was a…
Why we got involved in breeding
As a dedicated owner of Papillons and Cardigan Welsh Corgis, I combine my experience of dog ownership with my background in Primary Education to raise puppies with exceptional health, temperament, and adaptability. At Gracepol Breeding, our motto, "Fur, Friendship & Fun" reflects our passion for creating lifelong…
Our special touch
Our breeding program prioritises health and innovation, demonstrated by achievements such as being the first Cardigan Welsh Corgi breeder worldwide to participate in the groundbreaking ICB Hip Dysplasia Project. This initiative focuses on reducing the risk of hip dysplasia through scientifically designed traction…
Connect with us
websiteCredentials
State registration
DACO153098
Association
Dogs SA (ANKC)
Association number
5100030136
Prefix
Gracepol
Breeding since
2013
- Blue Lake Obedience Dog Club
- The Papillon Dog Club of South Australia Inc
A$3,000 - A$4,500