Celestielle "Cece"

About CeCe

Meet Cece, our lively and energetic toy poodle who never fails to bring a smile to our faces. With boundless energy, Cece is always ready for a game of fetch or a playful romp around the yard. Her playful spirit is infectious, and she has a knack for turning any moment into a fun adventure.

Cece's silly habit of wiggling her butt instead of wagging her tail adds to her charm and makes her the clown of our family. This endearing quirk is a constant source of laughter and joy, and it's one of the many reasons why Cece is such a beloved member of our household.

Her soft, fluffy coat showcases a rare merle pattern that is as unique as her personality. Grooming Cece is a delightful experience, as her coat's texture and color are simply stunning. With perfect proportions and structure, Cece is a mix of beauty and goofiness, often tripping over her own paws or bumping into things in the most adorable way.

In every way, Cece is a treasured part of our family. Her endless energy, playful antics, and clumsy yet endearing nature make her irreplaceable. We cherish every moment with Cece and are grateful for the joy and laughter she brings into our lives.

About CeCe's Genetic Test Results

You may have noticed - from CeCe's ​Embark reports above - that she carries one IVDD gene.  This is actually very common in miniature and toy poodles and a recent study showed that most of them carry at least one copy of this gene.  Many toy poodle breeders even brag if their breeding dogs only carry one of these genes.  

The IVDD gene is known to increase the risk of disc herniation issues, particularly in breeds with long backs and short legs, like Daschunds and Corgis.  This gene is very common in toy poodles, but the majority of dogs that carry the gene will still never develop disc herniation.  To learn more about the IVDD gene, please visit Preventing IVDD In Dogs.

A reproductive vet that works closely with several breeders we know has told them that he has never seen a cross-bred dog develop IVDD in all his years of practicing reproductive veterinary medicine.  In his opinion and experience, IVDD is a problem that is only seen in purebred dogs.  Additionally, we reached out to CeCe's breeder to find out if there is any history of back issues in CeCe's family line.  Her breeder reported that she has never received reports of any back issues within CeCe's family line. 

The good news is there are many things you can do to dramatically lower the risk of your puppy developing back issues, regardless of whether your puppy carries an IVDD gene or not.  The holistic lifestyle that we follow and teach provides a strong foundation for all our puppies' long-term health and wellness, and should be followed for all puppies/dogs anyway.  

We provide extensive education materials to all our buyers - with a strong emphasis on superior nutrition, maintaining an ideal weight, holistic healthcare, safe vaccine alternatives, and dramatically reduced toxic exposure - which gives each of our buyers a great deal of information about how to avoid many of the common health problems plaguing so many dogs in our modern world. To learn more, please visit Preventing IVDD In Dogs.