Little Fur Friends

Raised by Valerie Ackley & T.

Certified Breeder of Bernedoodles, Goldendoodles, Sheepadoodles, Aussiedoodles, and Irish Doodles

  • Preferred Breeder
  • 93% response rate • Responds within a day

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Little Fur Friends located in Wharton, TX. Thank you for your interest in our puppies! We are so glad you found us. The decision to purchase a puppy is an exciting process. We hope you will take a few minutes to learn more about our program!

Valerie Ackley &’s experience

  • About Valerie Ackley &

    We live in Wharton on 6 acres that we affectionally call our little farm. We have a variety of poultry and miniature livestock animals, a dog grooming business here at home, and our beloved dogs and puppies that keep us busy! Dog groomers by profession, breeding has become our passion. We have really enjoyed the relationships that have been formed through our dogs.

  • What makes Valerie Ackley &’s program special

    Our breeding dogs are raised in a family environment with lots of love and attention. They live here with us in our home or with one of our amazing guardian families. We strive to choose dogs with even temperaments that are suited to lives with families, children and other pets. Health is very important to us, all of our dogs are OFA & genetic health tested prior to breeding.

Newborn & upcoming litters

Newborn Goldendoodles from Krypto and Skye

Born Dec. 2024. Ready Feb. 9

Newborn Goldendoodles from Benny and Minnie

Born Jan. 2025. Ready Mar. 11

Newborn Sheepadoodles from Dipper and Bonnie

Born Jan. 2025. Ready Mar. 18

Newborn Goldendoodles from Krypto and Skye

Born Dec. 2024

Ready Feb. 9

Newborn Goldendoodles from Benny and Minnie

Born Jan. 2025

Ready Mar. 11

Newborn Sheepadoodles from Dipper and Bonnie

Born Jan. 2025

Ready Mar. 18

Getting a puppy from Valerie Ackley &

Valerie Ackley & 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.

Price

Puppy prices range from $2,500 - $3,500 and include a non-refundable deposit of $500.

“Our puppies will have their dewclaws removed, and be current on deworming and vaccinations. They are seen by our vet prior to going to their new homes. They come with a 2 year health guarantee. Initial $100 deposit to be on a waiting list for the breed of your choosing. Once a litter is born that you commit to picking from you pay an additional $400 at that time.”

Contract and health guarantee

Valerie Ackley & 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 Valerie Ackley & 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 Valerie Ackley & directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

Our puppies are born in our home, and raised with love and care from day one. They are well socialized with family and other pets. We work on using a doggie door & potty training to go outside by the time they leave to their new homes. They are accustomed to normal household activity, sights, sounds and smells! I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Scent introduction, Socialized in new places, Socialized with children, Surface & tactile stimulation, Car rides, and Various sounds.

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Puppy health practices

Our puppies will have their dewclaws removed and are kept on a strict deworming and vaccination schedule. They are seen by a licensed veterinarian prior to being cleared to go to their new homes. They come with a 2 year health guarantee, and a lifetime of support! We are never more than a message away.

Extras

We send our puppies home with Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Initial potty training, Puppy starter kit, Toys, Food & treats, Vet records, Basic obedience & manners, Microchip, Registration, Puppy package, Dew claws removed, Vaccinations, Toy with Mom's Scent, Toy with Littermates' Scent, Blanket with Littermates' and Mom's scents, Food Starter Bag, and Bone.

Bringing your puppy home

Valerie Ackley & offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.

Pick up your puppy in Wharton, TX or nearby

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.

Get your puppy dropped off to you

Work with a trusted flight nanny or transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.

More about Valerie Ackley &

  • Why Valerie Ackley & started breeding

    We started Little Fur Friends in 2008, originally raising small poodle mixes and eventually evolving into the doodles we know and love today. Our first goldendoodle litter was in 2015, and we were hooked! As the saying goes, the rest is history. We’ve both had dogs our whole lives and couldn’t imagine life without them. They are family members and the most loyal “little fur friends” you can find.

  • Valerie Ackley & is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder

    Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.

  • Valerie Ackley & has been a member of Good Dog for about 1 year

    Valerie Ackley & was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.

  • Valerie Ackley &’s program has eight sizes

    Valerie Ackley &’s Goldendoodle puppies include petite, miniature, and medium sizes. Valerie Ackley &’s Sheepadoodle puppies include standard, medium, and miniature sizes. Valerie Ackley &’s Aussiedoodle puppies include toy and mini sizes. Sizes will vary by litter based on the parent dogs.

  • Valerie Ackley &’s program includes nine colors

    Valerie Ackley &’s Goldendoodle puppies include cream, apricot, and red. Valerie Ackley &’s Sheepadoodle puppies include blue gray and white and black and white. Valerie Ackley &’s Aussiedoodle puppies include red tri-color, red merle, blue merle, and black tri-color. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

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Valerie Ackley & is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Little Fur Friends 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

Meet Valerie Ackley &'s parent dogs

All breeds

Sheepadoodle

Poodle

Goldendoodle

Aussiedoodle

Parent health testing

Aussiedoodle

Bernedoodle

Goldendoodle

Irish Doodle

Sheepadoodle

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Little Fur Friends 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 Aussiedoodles.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), 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).