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About Family Affair Puppies: Your Trusted Topeka, IN Breeder

We're Leona Troyer, a family-run breeder in Topeka, IN. Every puppy is raised with daily care and family involvement.

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How it began

Our story

Family Affair Puppies is a family-owned dog breeder located in Topeka, Indiana. We specialize in raising healthy, well-socialized companion puppies for families throughout the Midwest.

As responsible breeders in Indiana, our mission is simple: to raise exceptional family companions with integrity and transparency. We focus on health-tested parent dogs, early socialization, and ethical breeding practices that prioritize the long-term wellbeing of every Cavapoo, Golden Retriever, Havapoo, Maltipoo, Shih Tzu and Toy Poodle puppy we raise.

Our journey began with a simple love for dogs and has grown into a lifelong mission: to connect you with a puppy that brings lasting joy to your home.

Our mission

Why we do this

When you adopt from Family Affair Puppies, you’re not just bringing home a pet — you’re joining our family. As responsible breeders in Topeka, Indiana, we are here to guide and support you through every step, from selecting your perfect breed to those first exciting days at home.

Our Ethical Promise is Simple:

Raise every puppy with individual compassion and expert care.

Follow transparent and ethical breeding practices in Indiana.

Offer lifelong support and open communication for every family.

Help puppies and owners form healthy, lasting bonds.

We’re honored to play a small part in the big love story between people and their dogs.

"There is nothing quite like the steady companionship of a good dog by your side."

Our Story: Raising Exceptional Companions with Heart

Our Story: Raising Exceptional Companions with Heart

What started as a small family hobby in Topeka, Indiana, quickly became a calling. We saw how much joy and healing a healthy puppy can bring, and we wanted to be part of that connection. Every litter we raise is born and nurtured under our direct care, integrated into the daily rhythms of our family life to ensure they are well-adjusted and confident.

Family-Raised & Socialized from Day One

At Family Affair Puppies, we believe early socialization is the key to a lifetime of happiness. Our puppies experience diverse sights and sounds, gentle handling from both children and adults, and supervised play in indoor and outdoor environments.

This loving foundation helps them grow into affectionate dogs ready to fit perfectly into your family routine.

Family-Raised & Socialized from Day One

Health-Tested, Ethical Dog Breeding in Topeka, Indiana

We take responsible breeding seriously. Every parent dog in our program undergoes health testing for hips, elbows, eyes, and relevant genetic conditions before being included in our breeding program.

Family Affair Puppies follows structured, welfare-focused breeding standards and aligns with Canine Care Certified principles — a Purdue University-backed program recognizing breeders who exceed expectations in health, care, and ethical practices.

Our commitment to responsible breeding ensures that every puppy has the strongest possible start in life.

Family-Friendly Dog Breeds We Raise in Indiana

We raise a thoughtful selection of family-friendly breeds known for temperament, intelligence, and companionship:

Goldendoodles – intelligent, affectionate, and low-shedding

Cavapoos – gentle, playful, and great with children

Golden Retrievers – loyal, eager to please, and family-oriented

Poodles – highly intelligent and adaptable

Shih Tzus – affectionate, charming, and well-suited for smaller homes

Availability varies by litter. Families searching for Goldendoodle, Cavapoo, Golden Retriever, Poodle, or Shih Tzu puppies in Indiana are encouraged to explore our available puppies page.

Serving Families Across Indiana and Neighboring States

Family Affair Puppies is based in Topeka, Indiana. We work with families throughout Indiana and neighboring states who are seeking responsibly bred, family-raised puppies.

Whether you are located in Northern Indiana, Central Indiana, or Southern Indiana, we are committed to helping you find the right puppy for your home.

Ready to Find Your New Best Friend?

Explore our available puppies for sale in Indiana, learn more about our specialized breeds, or contact us today. Our family is ready to help you welcome a healthy, socialized, and happy puppy into your forever home.

What Families Say About Family Affair Puppies

What Families Say About Family Affair Puppies

The experiences of previous puppy families can help prospective owners better understand our communication, care, and adoption process.

Read stories from families who have welcomed Cavapoo, Shih Tzu, Golden Retriever, and Maltipoo puppies into their homes.

Frequently Asked Questions About Our Breeding Program

Family Affair Puppies is located at 11322 North 700 West 57 in Topeka, Indiana 46571. Visits are available by appointment only after initial contact and approval.

Family Affair Puppies is owned and operated by Leona Troyer, who is involved in the daily care, socialization, and placement of the puppies.

Family Affair Puppies currently raises Cavapoo, Shih Tzu, Golden Retriever, and Maltipoo puppies.

Breed and puppy availability varies according to current and upcoming litters.

Puppies receive attentive daily care and appropriate veterinary support before joining their new families.

Prospective owners may contact us for details about veterinary checks, vaccinations, deworming, health records, and breed-relevant parent health information associated with a specific litter.

Visits may be scheduled by appointment after an initial inquiry has been reviewed.

Because the puppies are raised in a private family home, unscheduled visits are not permitted.

Begin by browsing the Available Puppies page or contacting Family Affair Puppies about a specific breed or puppy.

Leona Troyer will explain current availability, deposits, required steps, and the reservation process.

Frequently Asked Questions About Our Breeding Program

Ready to Find Your New Puppy?

Browse our currently available Cavapoo, Shih Tzu, Golden Retriever, and Maltipoo puppies, or contact us to ask about upcoming litters and the puppy waitlist.

Our family is ready to help you learn more about the adoption process and determine which puppy may be a good fit for your home.

How we raise our puppies

We do the hard work — so they're ready

Every litter follows the same structured path before going home.

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Weeks 0–3
Whelping and first weeks

Whelped in a clean, climate-controlled whelping area and monitored closely.

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Weeks 3–7
Socialization

Daily handling and developmentally appropriate exposure — sounds, surfaces, people — building a confident, calm adult.

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Weeks 7–9
Foundation training

Crate, potty, and leash training all begin before a puppy ever leaves us.

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Week 9+
Going home

Well-adjusted, confident, and vet-cleared — ready to give unconditional love and steadfast comfort.

Visit us

A small, home-centered program in Topeka, IN

Located near Topeka, IN, Family Affair Puppies is family-run, where every puppy is raised inside the home — not in a kennel. Our property is where our dogs live, play, and grow alongside our family, giving them a strong foundation of comfort and real-life experiences from day one.

We proudly welcome families near and far. Because our program is intentionally small, visits and placements are scheduled in advance through our waitlist.

Our standards

Health first — always

Every breed we raise comes with its own known health considerations, and we take them seriously. We are intentional about our dam and sire pairings, and both parents complete health screening before any litter is planned.

RDB Certified
Responsible Dog Breeder certified program.
AKC Bred with H.E.A.R.T.
Committed to AKC health, education, and responsible breeding standards.
Intentional pairings
Thoughtful dam and sire selection with full parental health screening.
Raised with daily family contact
Every litter is raised with daily handling and family contact.
Every puppy leaves with
30-day Peace of Mind + 2-year genetic health guarantee
Veterinary exam & up-to-date vaccinations
Crate, potty & leash training started
Microchipped before going home
30 days of complimentary Trupanion coverage
Lifetime breeder support — call us anytime
Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Family Affair Puppies follows responsible breeding standards by health-checking and DNA testing parents, socializing and foundation-training puppies, ensuring vet care and safety, and offering lifelong breeder support.

Every home needs a companion

See who's available now, or join the waitlist for an upcoming litter. We love getting to know prospective families — phone and FaceTime introductions welcome.

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