05/10/2026
Some puppies are special from the moment you begin searching for them… and this little guy is one we have been waiting and hoping for, for a very long time. 💙
When we say we were searching for the whole package, we truly mean it. Temperament, structure, genetics, size, personality, pedigree — every detail mattered for the future of our program. We were determined to wait for the right fit, no matter how long it took, because building a program the right way means never compromising on what matters most.
The sweetest part of this story actually started last summer at a family gathering, when my cousin Scott and his amazing wife Niki Scott N Niki Allen began asking questions about our program, our dogs, and what being a Guardian Home truly means. After many conversations about the breed, our goals, and the commitment involved, they were all in — not just for a cute puppy, but to become part of something bigger with us. 🐾
Fast forward 8 months later… my husband flew out last night to pick up this precious boy, and today he officially joined his forever family. To say we (all of us) are excited would be an understatement. We are already so incredibly impressed with him, and we cannot thank Ocoee River Doodles enough for trusting us with this opportunity.
Tonight was family meeting night — full of puppy snuggles, name brainstorming, and soaking in every second of this exciting new chapter. ❤️
And officially… meet Sherlock Riley. 💙😍
His new daddy said the name fits him perfectly because in this short amount of time, he has already shown just how incredibly smart and intuitive he is. We have a feeling this little guy is going to keep everyone on their toes in the very best way.
Scott & Niki — thank you for opening your hearts and home to this sweet boy and for believing in our vision. Guardian families are truly the backbone of what allows ethical breeding programs to grow responsibly while giving these dogs the incredible family lives they deserve. We are beyond grateful to have you on this journey with us.
He still has growing and testing ahead of him, but we are so excited for what Sherlock Riley may bring to the future of our program… and most importantly, to the family already completely in love with him. 💕🐶