I'm the breeder behind Beaucerons du Vaillant Feu located in Louisiana. I have been a breeder of versatile Beaucerons since 2018 that have a desire to work. Our dogs are bred with intelligence and temperament in a structurally sound form. We strive to breed a dog you can do anything with. We offer lifetime support to our buyers.
Q. & A. with Lauren
Why did you start breeding?
In my search to replace my retiring service dog, I found the Beauceron breed. Since then I have attended multiple national specialties as well as the Nationale d’Elevage in France. Once I realized I could help move the breed in a positive direction, I took my foundation female to France to breed her for the first time.
What makes your program special?
I actually work my dogs and ensure that their temperaments are tested thoroughly before breeding. All of my animals are tested to the American Beauceron Club Code of Ethics Standards. My productions are working in many elements: service work, scent work, obedience, protection, agility, and herding.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include harlequin and black and rust. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Omen
Went home
Male
Océane
Went home
Female
Olivier
Went home
Male
Ozark
Went home
Male
Roux
Went home
Female
Nova
Went home
Female
Zinc
Went home
Male
Oiseau Jamais
Went home
Female
Sinatra
Went home
Male
Spirit
Went home
Female
Rowan
Went home
Male
Farosh
Went home
Male
Remi
Went home
Female
Ruxtun
Went home
Male
Fat Tuesday
Went home
Female
Gumbo
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Beignet
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Lauren
Lauren has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Puppy prices include a $750 non-refundable deposit and between $2,250 - $3,250 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“This price includes paid for AKC limited registration, puppy shots, deworming, introduction to crate training & house breaking, microchip, Trupanion 30 days of health insurance, and an unmatched companion. This non-refundable holding fee secures your place for a puppy and let’s me know you are serious about your future family member.”
Contract & health guarantee
Lauren may provide a written contract or
health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps
protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you
both have a clear understanding of the terms of your
puppy purchase. If Lauren offers a contract
or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them.
If you have any questions or want to know more,
don’t hesitate to reach out to Lauren directly.
Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
Vet check
First round of shots and deworming
Vet records
Microchip
Extras
Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Registration
Basic obedience & manners
Initial potty training
Puppy starter kit
Toys
Food & treats
Location & pick-up
You can fly or drive to pick up your puppy from Lauren.
Puppy pick-up locations
Lauren will coordinate all the details with you.
Meet in Louisiana
Meet at LAX airport
Meet at SAN airport
Puppy transport options
Lauren offers options to safely drop-off your new puppy.
More about Lauren
Club memberships
Lauren is a member of Working Beauceron Association, American Herding Breed Association, American Beauceron Club, USMRA, Marvel K9 Ringsport Club, and San Pasqual Valley Herding Club.
Certifications & recognitions
Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, AKC Breeder of Merit, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., Puppy Culture Breeder, Avidog Transformational Puppy Rearing.
Lauren has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years
Lauren was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Beaucerons du Vaillant Feu meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
Responsible breeding practices
Health of breeding dogs and puppies
Puppy environment and enrichment
Buyer education and policies
Parent dogs
Fat Tuesday, mom
Beauceron
About Fat Tuesday
Fat Tuesday has never met a stranger and you have never met a higher drive beauceron. She could work for days without ever even thinking about stopping to breathe but still enjoys cuddling her dad at the end of the day.
Tortue, dad
Beauceron
About Tortue
Tortue works daily with livestock and has an incredibly high drive to please his handler. His toy and hunt drive are incredible as well. His temperament is open and friendly.
Jamais, mom
Beauceron
About Jamais
Jamais is a medical alert & mobility service dog for her disabled veteran.
Good health testing
Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).
Océane, mom
Beauceron
About Océane
Wonderful little herding female, been working livestock weekly since 4-5 months of age.
Gateau, dad
Beauceron
About Gateau
Gateau is a male Beauceron. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Lauren decided to make him part of their program. Lauren has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Beaucerons du Vaillant Feu reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Beaucerons.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.