Raised by Valerie Ackley & T.
Certified Breeder of Bernedoodles, Goldendoodles, Sheepadoodles, Aussiedoodles, and Irish Doodles
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!
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 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
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.
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.”
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.
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.
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.
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.
Valerie Ackley & 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.
Work with a trusted flight nanny or transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.
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.
Little Fur Friends meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Sheepadoodle
Poodle
Goldendoodle
Aussiedoodle
Sheepadoodle
About Bonnie
Bonnie is a female Sheepadoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Valerie Ackley & decided to make her part of their program. Valerie Ackley & 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.
Sheepadoodle
About Dipper
Dipper is a male Sheepadoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Valerie Ackley & decided to make him part of their program. Valerie Ackley & 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.
Poodle
About Krypto
Krypto is a male Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Valerie Ackley & decided to make him part of their program. Valerie Ackley & 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, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), +4 more
Goldendoodle
About Salsa
Salsa is a female Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Valerie Ackley & decided to make her part of their program. Valerie Ackley & 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.
Poodle
About Fiddle
Fiddle is a male Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Valerie Ackley & decided to make him part of their program. Valerie Ackley & 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.
Poodle
About Benny
Topshelf Benny The Jett “Benny” - 14 lbs Red Abstract Miniature Poodle OFA “good” hips OFA “normal” elbows OFA “normal” eyes OFA “normal” cardiac OFA “normal” patellas View Benny’s OFA results here! https://ofa.org/advanced-search/?appnum=2416005 View Benny’s genetic testing results here! http://embk.me/benny1494?utm_campaign=cns_ref_dog_pub_profile&utm_medium=other&utm_source=embark Benny is a gorgeous deep red miniature poodle with white “abstract” markings that he passes onto his puppies! He is a popular stud for our goldendoodles. This is what Benny’s guardian family had to say about him: ”Benny has been a joy, and a blessing, not to mention entertainment! He is such an affectionate boy, with a personality that shines. He loves to go for walks, and loves people, and even cats. No one could go wrong with getting a baby from Benny! One of the most common comments that we get when we take him wherever we go, is that they don’t believe he’s real, because he is so darn cute. His color, along with the white nose, chest and paws make him appear like he’s a stuffed animal. Believe me, he’s all dog! One last thing, my husband, Pat, and I can honestly say about Benny is that he loves to snuggle in bed and playtime throughout the day is a must. Benny is in a guardian home!
Great health testing
Full Embark Panel, Patellar Luxation, +4 more
Goldendoodle
About Rebel
Rebel is a female Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Valerie Ackley & decided to make her part of their program. Valerie Ackley & 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.
Great health testing
Full Embark Panel, Patellar Luxation, +4 more
Goldendoodle
About Minnie
Minnie is a female Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Valerie Ackley & decided to make her part of their program. Valerie Ackley & 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.
Great health testing
Full Embark Panel, Patellar Luxation, +4 more
Goldendoodle
About Maggie
Maggie is a female Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Valerie Ackley & decided to make her part of their program. Valerie Ackley & 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.
Excellent health testing
Patellar Luxation, PRA, Golden Retriever 2, +10 more
Goldendoodle
About Brooks
LFF’s By The Brook “Brooks” 28lbs 17” tall at the shoulder CKC F1 Mini Goldendoodle OFA “good” hips OFA “normal” elbows OFA “normal” eyes OFA “normal” cardiac OFA “normal” patellas View Brooks’ OFA results here! https://ofa.org/advanced-search/?appnum=2410215 View Brooks’ genetic testing here! http://embk.me/lffbythebrook?utm_campaign=cns_ref_dog_pub_profile&utm_medium=other&utm_source=embark Brooks is our pick of the litter out of our Remi/Charlie litter! He is a popular stud for our multigenerational goldendoodle puppies. This is what his guardian had to say about him: ”Brooks has never met a stranger! He is affectionate, friendly, playful and fun loving. He loves going on walks, car rides and playing with other dogs. Brooks is a wonderful family pet!” Brooks is in a guardian home!
Great health testing
Patellar Luxation, Full Embark Panel, +4 more
Goldendoodle
About Skye
Skye - 42 lbs F2 Medium Goldendoodle OFA Fair Hips Embark Genetic Tested Clear Skye is a beautiful girl with a great temperament! This is what Skye’s guardian momma had to say about her: “Skye is an amazing and loyal girl! She gets along with other dogs and is very social. She is very eager to please her people! She loves to run and play but will also be content sitting right next to you. She sleeps in bed with me but is crate trained as well. She is around kids and she loves them just as much as they love her. She has been through training classes and excelled in them. She is very smart and knows how to get what she wants. She has been the perfect addiction to my crew!” Skye is in a guardian home!
Good health testing
Full Embark Panel, Patellar Luxation, +3 more
Sheepadoodle
About Fern
Fern is a female Sheepadoodle almost 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Valerie Ackley & decided to make her part of their program. Valerie Ackley & 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, Hip Dysplasia Prelims (registered with OFA), +1 more
Aussiedoodle
About Sydney
Sydney is a female Aussiedoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Valerie Ackley & decided to make her part of their program. Valerie Ackley & 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.
Sheepadoodle
About Navy
Navy is a female Sheepadoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Valerie Ackley & decided to make her part of their program. Valerie Ackley & 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, Hip Dysplasia Prelims (registered with OFA), +1 more
Aussiedoodle
Bernedoodle
Goldendoodle
Irish Doodle
Sheepadoodle
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.