Golden Valley Doodles
- Lebanon, OR
Meet the breeder
I'm Tara S., the breeder behind Golden Valley Doodles located in Lebanon, OR. We are proud of the support we give our buyers and of our commitment to continue to research and enhance the breed standard. We are committed to staying connected to our puppy families throughout their lifetimes to ensure they never feel alone and can raise their new, furry companion with confidence and joy.
Q. & A. with Tara
Why did you start breeding?
We were interested in continuing our great genetics as a part time hobby. Brings us all such joy to work with puppies!What makes your program special?
Family based breeding means these pups get lots of interaction from kids and other animals. We follow ENS and Bio sensory training.What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies are standard size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include cream, apricot, and red. 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.
Lady
Went homeFemale
Belle
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Minnie
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Martha Mae
Went homeFemale
Mary
Went homeFemale
Blitzen
Went homeMale
Prancer
Went homeMale
Vixen
Went homeMale
Noel
Went homeFemale
Donner
Went homeMale
Angel
Went homeFemale
Dasher
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Tara
Tara has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
Tara partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 6 weeks old.
“We usually allow families to meet puppies around 6-7 weeks and help match them accordingly with their forever family. ”
Price
“Price includes 1 year health guarantee, worming, vet health exam, 1st vaccination at 8 weeks, introduction to crate and potty training. Puppies have been raised with the puppy culture program to give them the best transition possible to their forever homes. All of puppies are the same price. Picking order goes in order of first come by date deposit was placed.”
Contract & health guarantee
Tara 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 Tara 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 Tara directly.
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What's included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- 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
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Tara.
Breeder's location
Meet in Lebanon, OR
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Portland Airport
Meet in Portland, OR
More about Tara
Tara has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years
Tara was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Tara’s links
Tara is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Golden Valley Doodles 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
Lula, mom
Goldendoodle
About Lula
Lula is a female Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tara decided to make her part of their program. Tara 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.
Good health testing
Full Embark Panel.
Eve, mom
Goldendoodle
About Eve
Eve is a female Goldendoodle about 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tara decided to make her part of their program. Tara 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.
Good health testing
Patellar Luxation, Full Embark Panel, +10 more.
Bentley Jane, mom
Goldendoodle
About Bentley Jane
Bentley Jane is gentle -natured and fun-loving doodle. She loves playing fetch and playing with her grandma. She’s great with kids and loves to snuggle. She is OFA certified for Hips, Elbows, Patella and Cardiac. Full cleared health screening through Embark.
Good health testing
Full Embark Panel, Patellar Luxation, +10 more.
Parent health testing
Good level
Golden Valley Doodles 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 Goldendoodles.
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.
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.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
Full Embark Panel
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).
