Rosehill’s Trippin on Merle

Moyen Poodle Stud

Alastor contributes a gentle, people-focused temperament and exceptional orthopedic health to our program.

At a compact 35 pounds, he offers a balanced, moderate size while maintaining the intelligence and trainability expected from the breed.

He is valued for producing puppies that are:

  • highly people-oriented and affectionate

  • socially adaptable and dog-friendly

  • easy to live with and responsive

  • naturally engaged without being overwhelming

Alastor has also produced multiple service and therapy prospects, reflecting the consistency of his temperament and trainability.

His Role in Our Program

Alastor is used selectively in pairings where we want to emphasize:

  • excellent hip structure and long-term soundness

  • friendly, people-focused temperaments

  • moderate, manageable size

While our program continues to advance in overall structure, Alastor remains a valuable contributor in specific pairings where his health testing and temperament strengths are especially beneficial.

He helps bring:

  • consistency in social temperament

  • ease of training and engagement

  • improved orthopedic confidence through strong hip scores

Temperament Contribution

Alastor consistently produces puppies known for:

  • affectionate, people-first personalities

  • strong social skills with other dogs

  • easy adaptability in family environments

  • willingness to engage without excessive intensity

He brings a temperament that is friendly, approachable, and easy to integrate into a wide range of homes.

Alastor himself is:

  • very people-focused

  • naturally social and dog-friendly

  • calm and easygoing in the home

  • responsive and willing to interact

His offspring have gone on to become service and therapy prospects, making him a strong contributor to programs prioritizing temperament and trainability.

About Alastor

Genetic Testing - 1 copy CDDY, 1 copy PRCD

Pennhips - .25/.26

OFA Prelim Hips - Good

OFA Prelim Elbows - Normal

OFA Heart - Normal

OFA Eyes - Normal

OFA Thyroid - Normal

Service & Therapy Potential

Alastor contributes traits that are highly desirable in service and therapy-oriented dogs, particularly in roles that require:

  • social engagement and connection

  • emotional steadiness

  • adaptability in different environments

His puppies are well-suited for:

  • therapy work

  • emotional support roles

  • service dog foundations where temperament is critical

He consistently produces dogs with the emotional intelligence and social stability needed for successful placement in these roles.

Physical Details & Health Testing

Weight: 35 lbs (Compact Moyen Size)

Height: 20”

Structure:

  • Moderate, balanced build

  • Balanced, moderate proportions

  • Clean front assembly with correct alignment

  • Nice neck length with natural, easy carriage

  • Functional, athletic build suited for companion and active environments

  • Good depth of chest

Color & Genetic Traits

Alastor contributes:

  • brown merle genetics

  • carries for phantom

  • proper poodle coat with strong furnishings

  • consistent coat quality and texture

He is especially valuable in programs looking to produce:

  • merle and phantom pattern variations

  • well-furnished, low- to non-shedding coats

  • consistent, predictable coat outcomes

His proper poodle coat helps improve coat reliability and structure in doodle pairings, supporting more consistent results across litters.

While color is never the primary focus, Alastor allows for expanded color options within thoughtfully planned pairings.

Program Contribution

We believe strong programs are built through intentional pairings, where each dog contributes specific strengths.

Alastor remains an important part of our program due to his:

  • outstanding hip health

  • proven production of service and therapy prospects

  • social, people-oriented temperament

  • valuable color genetics

  • ability to produce easy-to-live-with puppies

He is used thoughtfully in pairings where these traits can best support the overall goals of the litter.

Stud Inquiries

We are open to working with breeders who value health, temperament, and intentional pairing decisions.

Alastor may be a good fit for programs seeking:

  • moderate-size doodles

  • highly social, family-oriented temperaments

  • service or therapy potential

  • strong orthopedic foundations

  • merle or phantom color potential

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