I'm the breeder behind Goldenvalley 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.
About Tara
We are part-time breeders striving to continue our genetic line from Lula.
What makes Tara’s program special
Family based breeding means these pups get lots of interaction from kids and other animals. We follow ENS and Bio sensory training.
Blitzen
Male • Went Home Jan. 19, 2024
Goldendoodle
Dasher
Male • Went Home Jan. 19, 2024
Goldendoodle
Donner
Male • Went Home Jan. 19, 2024
Goldendoodle
Noel
Female • Went Home Jan. 19, 2024
Goldendoodle
Angel
Female • Went Home Jan. 19, 2024
Goldendoodle
Prancer
Male • Went Home Jan. 19, 2024
Goldendoodle
Martha Mae
Female • Went Home Jan. 19, 2024
Goldendoodle
Vixen
Male • Went Home Jan. 19, 2024
Goldendoodle
Mary
Female • Went Home Jan. 19, 2024
Goldendoodle
Boy 1
Male • Went Home June 29, 2022
Goldendoodle
Minnie
Female • Went Home June 29, 2022
Goldendoodle
Belle
Female • Went Home June 29, 2022
Goldendoodle
Lady
Female • Went Home June 29, 2022
Goldendoodle
Boy 3
Male • Went Home June 29, 2022
Goldendoodle
Girl 5
Female • Went Home June 29, 2022
Goldendoodle
Girl 3
Female • Went Home June 29, 2022
Goldendoodle
Boy 2
Male • Went Home June 29, 2022
Goldendoodle
Newborn Goldendoodles from Oakley and Eve
Born Nov. 2023. Ready Jan. 19, 2024
Newborn Goldendoodles from Oakley and Eve
Born Nov. 2023
Ready Jan. 19, 2024
Tara 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. You'll also have the chance to share a bit about yourself and what you're looking for in a new companion. 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.
Puppy prices range from $1,800 and include a non-refundable deposit of $500.
“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.”
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.
Raised in a home environment. Puppies are socialized with kids and other animals. Exposed to something new everyday. I utilize the following enrichment methods: All our puppies are handled from birth till they leave at, Nail Trimming, socialized with people wearing hats and now masks, positive experiences in all situations, also have lots of friends and family who come over to handle the puppies and help out with the puppies daily. I do not take them to public places to expose them to people as they are not fully vaccinated until 16 weeks. , Outdoors (when Weather permits), Puppy Culture , car riding , crate training, Noise desensitized , Various Surfaces , Noises , Scents, Chew, e.g. Bone, Toys, e.g. Ball, Early Neurological Stimulation, Household Desensitization, Sound Stimulation, Socialized with Other Animals, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Cats, Socialized with Children, Water Introduction, Early Socialization, ENS, Scent Introduction, Noise desensitization, Litter Box Trained, Doggy door training , Car Training , Potty pads,, Human Interactions , Puppy Culture , Biosensor Training, Clicker Training, Crate Training, "No" Biting or Chewing, Leash Walking, and Potty Training.
All puppies are wormed at 2,4,6,8 weeks vaccinated at 8 weeks with a vet health exam.
Your puppy may come with extra benefits, like a small bag of food or a toy carrying the scent of their littermates. While Goldenvalley Doodles hasn’t shared specifics yet, we encourage you to reach out directly to learn what thoughtful extras they may include to help your puppy transition comfortably into their new home.
Tara offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
If you’re nearby, you can visit in person to pick up your pup. If you’re far away, you can travel by car or plane.
Why Tara started breeding
We were interested in continuing our great genetics as a part time hobby. Brings us all such joy to work with puppies!
Tara has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Tara was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Tara’s program has two sizes
Tara’s Goldendoodle puppies include standard and medium sizes. Sizes will vary by litter based on the parent dogs.
Tara’s program includes two colors
Tara’s Goldendoodle puppies include apricot and cream. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Tara’s links
Goldenvalley Doodles meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Goldendoodle
Goldendoodle
About Eve
Eve is a female Goldendoodle over 3 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.
Uploaded health tests
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.
Uploaded health tests
Goldendoodle
Good level
Goldenvalley 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 (rDVM, not registered)
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.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not 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 (rDVM, not 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.
Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 1, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Neonatal Encephalopathy with Seizures (NEwS), von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), PRA, Golden Retriever 2, PRA, Golden Retriever 1, DNA Disease 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).
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.
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.