Shieldwall Kennels
- La Belle, FL
- Responds within a day
Available puppies
Aveline
5 weeks old · Female
Rowan
5 weeks old · Male
Gareth
5 weeks old · Male
Anwen
5 weeks old · Female
Elara
5 weeks old · Female
Soren
5 weeks old · Male
Adelina
5 weeks old · Female
Elowyn
5 weeks old · Female
Meet the breeder
I'm Rhea L., the breeder behind Shieldwall Kennels located in La Belle, FL. Shieldwall Kennels is a small, intentional Standard Poodle program focused on temperament, structure, and versatility. Our foundation female is a UKC Champion with experience in the show ring, Scent Work, and Fast CAT. Each litter is thoughtfully planned and placed.
Q. & A. with Rhea
Why did you start breeding?
I initially entered breeding through a love of the Shepadoodle and an interest in improving consistency in that cross by starting with a well-bred Standard Poodle. Through showing, health testing, and mentorship, my focus evolved toward preservation breeding and producing temperament-stable Poodles, leading to a carefully planned breeding with a phantom Poodle breeder who specializes in service work.What makes your program special?
My program focuses on combining stable, service-suited temperament with the rare and striking phantom coat pattern. I work closely with temperament-focused mentors and have chosen a stud from Olympus Poodles, a program known for producing calm, confident dogs suited for service and therapy work. My goal is consistency in both mind and structure.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 are phantom. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Reservation for female
ReservedFemale
Elsbeth
ReservedFemale
Getting a puppy from Rhea
Rhea 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 pricing reflects parent title, health testing, temperament evaluation, early socialization, and placement type. Prices vary by suitability for pet or working homes. A $500 non-refundable deposit is required to join the waitlist and is applied to the final puppy price. Deposits are refunded only if we are unable to provide a puppy due to unforeseen circumstances."
Contract & health guarantee
Rhea 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 Rhea 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 Rhea directly.
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
- Microchip
Extras
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Initial potty training
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
- Puppy starter kit
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Rhea.
Breeder's location
Meet in La Belle, FL
4827 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Southwest Florida Airport
4851 miles away
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More about Rhea
Rhea has been a member of Good Dog for 2 months
Rhea was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
Rhea is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Shieldwall Kennels 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
Litter and program updates
Rhea L.
Litter update on 16 Mar •…Almost five weeks old and growing stronger every day. Lova is still the most devoted mama, making sure everyone gets their turn at the milk bar. Personalities are starting to peek through, curious little explorers by day and cuddle piles by night. The Vikings are growing.
Rusty and Lova's litter
Rhea L.
Litter update on 12 Mar •…The Hearth & Home litter stepped beyond the den for their first outdoor adventure today. Fresh air, new smells, and a whole world waiting to be explored.
Rusty and Lova's litter
Rhea L.
Litter update on 11 Mar •…Four weeks old and starting their stack photos. It is always exciting to watch structure and personality begin to emerge. These photos feature AI generated Viking themed backdrops for presentation, and minor visual details may appear slightly modified in the final images. Original, unedited photos are kept on file and available for reference. Temperament evaluations are underway, and I look forward to watching each puppy continue to develop!
Rusty and Lova's litter
Rhea L.
Litter update on 10 Mar •…Today was a big milestone for the Hearth & Home litter. All nine puppies had their first official poodle haircut along with their next scheduled deworming. Early grooming exposure is an important part of raising confident, well adjusted puppies, so they are gradually introduced to handling, clippers, and the grooming table. In the days leading up to their trims, I use gentle sound and vibration exercises, including an electric toothbrush, to help prepare them for the sensations they will experience during regular grooming. They handled their first spa day beautifully. Special thanks to Crystal at Flashy Tails for helping these little ones look their best.
Rusty and Lova's litter
Rhea L.
Litter update on 10 Mar •…Four weeks old today. The puppies were weighed individually this morning to ensure proper dosing for their second round of deworming. Everyone is growing well and beginning to show their little personalities. Mama is happy to suoervise! Haha
Rusty and Lova's litter
Rhea L.
Litter update on 09 Mar •Puppy update - three weeks and six days!
Rusty and Lova's litter
Rhea L.
Litter update on 07 Mar •Beautiful puppy pile ❤️
Rusty and Lova's litter
Rhea L.
Litter update on 06 Mar •24 days old!
Rusty and Lova's litter
Rhea L.
Litter update on 06 Mar •…24 Day Update The puppies are now 24 days old and continuing to grow and develop beautifully. Their eyes and ears are open, and they are beginning to explore outside the whelping box into a larger play area. At this stage they are becoming more mobile and curious, interacting more with their littermates and their environment each day. Personalities are just beginning to emerge, though it is still early for temperament evaluations. Individual photos of each puppy are included in this update. Weekly updates will continue as the puppies grow. Shieldwall Kennels Temperament first, bred with purpose
Rusty and Lova's litter
Rhea L.
Litter update on 05 Mar •My Shieldwall babies moved to a puppy play pen for a couple of hours and introduced to their first puppy gruel experience! It was messy but fun! 🤩
Rusty and Lova's litter
Parent dogs
Lova, mom
Poodle
About Lova
Lova is a UKC Champion Standard Poodle with excellent athletic ability and a steady, thoughtful temperament. She is active, driven, and loves physical outlets, with a naturally high prey drive and enthusiasm for sports and training. She can be shy when first meeting new people, but she warms up quickly once comfortable. Lova is well traveled, very well behaved in public, and unfazed by environmental stressors such as fireworks. She thrives in structured, active homes that appreciate a clear-headed, athletic dog.
Good health testing
Dentition, Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), +2 more.
Parent health testing
Good level
Shieldwall Kennels 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 Standard Poodles.
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 (rDVM, not registered)
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.
Vet Wellness Exam
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
