Valaurah Farms

Standard Poodles for Show, Sport, Service & Life’s Big Adventures

At Valaurah Farms we breed versatile Standard Poodles that excel in the conformation and performance rings while thriving as service dogs and devoted family companions. Through extensive health testing and thoughtful breeding, we strive to produce intelligent, structurally sound dogs ready for life’s adventures.

Who We Are

At Valaurah Farms, we are dedicated to producing versatile, intelligent, and family-friendly Standard Poodles ready to join their families in life’s many adventures. We proudly breed both solid and multi-colored Standard Poodles with equal passion and purpose. Our dogs have proven themselves in both the conformation and performance rings, and our program emphasizes correct structure, stable temperament, and exceptional trainability.

Health is a cornerstone of our breeding program. All of our breeding dogs are health tested well beyond CHIC requirements to help ensure the long-term quality of life for each puppy we produce. With their intelligence, versatility, and balanced temperaments, Valaurah Standard Poodles go on to thrive as service dogs, sport partners, and devoted family companions.

Conformation

and Sport Success

Total Dog: Our Commitment to Dogs That Do More

At Valaurah Farms, we believe the Standard Poodle should be the ultimate Total Dog—a dog that is not only beautiful in the conformation ring, but also capable, intelligent, and ready for life’s adventures.

Our dogs are bred to excel in both the conformation and performance rings, while maintaining the temperament, drive, and trainability needed for service work, sport, and active family life.

Through thoughtful breeding, extensive health testing beyond CHIC requirements, and a strong focus on structure and temperament, we strive to produce Standard Poodles that are as versatile as they are elegant.

Tatianna - Lure Coursing Aptitude Test (UKC) - Awarded Judge’s Choice Award of Excellence at the Gold County Hounds and Hunters Trial in Elverta, CA March 8th
Quack - Conformation (IABCA) - Awarded Best in Show Bred-By Puppy & Reserve Best in Show Bred-by Puppy at the March 14 & 15 Trials
Crush - Conformation (UKC) - Awarded his 4th Reserve Best Puppy in Show at the Gold County Hounds and Hunters Show in Elverta, CA March 7th
Crush - Conformation (IABCA) - Awarded Reserve Best Puppy in Show on March 15th by Kim Dorr and Karen Burgess
Magic - Conformation (UKC) - Finished 2025 as the #4 Multi-Colored Standard Poodle. He finished 2024 as the #11 and 2023 as the #5.

Our Major and Recent Successes

A promotional poster featuring three poodles with elaborate grooming, set against a mystical background. The poster includes the text '5 Magic #5 Multi-Colored Standard Poodle 2023' and information about a dog show held at Valauwah. The groomed poodles have fluffy feet, curly fur, and distinctive grooming styles.

Health Testing and Soundness

Responsible breeding begins with careful evaluation and transparency. At Valaurah Farms, every breeding dog undergoes extensive health screening beyond CHIC requirements, allowing us to make informed decisions about each pairing.

These evaluations help guide our breeding program and support our goal of producing Standard Poodles with strong genetic foundations, stable temperaments, and the longevity needed to thrive as companions, working partners, and athletes.

Thoughtfully Planned Litters

At Valaurah Farms, every litter is carefully planned with the future of the breed in mind. We thoughtfully select pairings that complement one another in health, temperament, structure, and working ability.

Our goal is to produce Standard Poodles that reflect the versatility of the breed — dogs that can succeed in the conformation and performance rings, thrive as service and sport partners, and become beloved companions ready to share in life’s adventures.