I'm Leah H., the breeder behind Willamette Valley Newfoundlands located in Eugene, OR. We're a small, family-run breeder dedicated to producing healthy, well-tempered dogs that make exceptional family companions. Our focus is on sound genetics, excellent care, and early socialization; raising each puppy with the love and attention they deserve.
Pups are due 12/23/25.
Q. & A. with Leah
Why did you start breeding?
My husband, Leif, and I fell into breeding by accident. We adore our dogs Koda and Dolly and realized that the world needs more of them.
What makes your program special?
Our puppies get the love and attention that you'd want them to have.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black and brown. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Leah
Leah 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes deworming, first round of vaccinations, puppy care kit including blanket w/ scent from it's litter, microchip, AKC registration. All puppies are the same price regardless of gender or color. Dolly's litter is due right before Christmas and puppies can go home late Feb/early March.”
Contract & health guarantee
Leah 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 Leah 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 Leah directly.
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Leah.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Eugene, OR
2352 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Mahlon Sweet Field
2359 miles away
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Meet in Portland, OR
2322 miles away
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More about Leah
Leah has been a member of Good Dog for about 1 month
Leah was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Leah is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Willamette Valley Newfoundlands 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
Dolly, mom
Newfoundland
About Dolly
Dolly is a female Newfoundland. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Leah decided to make her part of their program. Leah 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.
Koda, dad
Newfoundland
About Koda
Koda is a male Newfoundland. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Leah decided to make him part of their program. Leah 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
Great level
Willamette Valley Newfoundlands 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 Newfoundlands.
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.
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.