About Us
Hello and welcome! We’re Emily and Reed Ledford, the heart behind Ledford’s Family Minis – Poodles & Doodles. Our journey began in 2022 and quickly grew into a full-time calling by 2024, when we developed our family farm in small-town Alabama. Alongside our twin boys, Christopher and Christian, we raise every puppy with the same care and attention we give our own children.
Growing up on my family’s farm, I (Emily) developed a lifelong love for animals. Today, that passion has become our mission: to raise healthy, well-socialized puppies who are ready to become beloved members of your family.
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At Ledford’s Family Farm, breeding is so much more than pairing two beautiful dogs to produce cute puppies.
We carefully plan every litter to create the perfect match for each family’s needs—from loyal companions and service dogs to hunting partners and cherished first pets.
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Every parent dog is genetic, DNA, health, and temperament tested, ensuring that each puppy has the best start possible. From early socialization with children to a nurturing home environment, we focus on health, personality, and love.
Although it’s always tempting to keep every puppy ourselves, our greatest joy is helping you welcome the perfect new family member—a furry friend who will bring years of happiness, loyalty, and unforgettable memories.
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Early Development & Enrichment at Ledford’s Family Farm​
The first few weeks of a puppy’s life are incredibly important for healthy growth and lifelong development. During this time, newborn puppies are completely dependent on their mother and breeder. Their eyes begin to open around day 10, and their ears follow shortly after—around day 14.
Since their senses are still developing, the best way to interact with puppies during these early days is through gentle, positive touch. We handle each puppy lovingly at least twice a day, introducing calm and reassuring contact that helps them feel secure and confident from the very start.
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At Ledford’s Family Farm, we believe that nurturing begins on day one—and every touch, smell, and moment of interaction plays a part in shaping the remarkable dogs our families bring home.
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Crate Training Foundations
At Ledford’s Family Minis, we begin building positive crate-training foundations before your puppy ever comes home. Starting around 5 weeks of age, puppies are introduced to individual crate time in short, age-appropriate sessions to help them learn independence, confidence, and self-soothing skills. Meals, naps, and quiet time are incorporated into their routine, creating a positive association with the crate. While no puppy is fully crate trained at go-home age, this early foundation helps make the transition to their new home much smoother and sets them up for long-term success.
Our Goals
Our goal is simple yet heartfelt: to create the perfect fit for every family.
We carefully plan each pairing to offer a variety of colors, patterns, personalities, and sizes, so every household can find the puppy that feels meant for them.
Because every lifestyle is unique, we proudly raise three different breeds, ensuring there’s a match for every need—whether you dream of a cuddly family companion, a skilled hunting partner, or a devoted service dog.
From health and genetic testing to early socialization and individual attention, every step in our program is designed to nurture happy, healthy, and well-adjusted puppies.
Our mission is not just to provide a pet, but to create a lifelong bond that brings joy, comfort, and adventure to your home.
Review from Chelsi Jones with precious Berkeley.
Our family was blessed with a Ledford doodle last year!!!! BERKELEY has been the perfect addition to our family! He came to us as a 2 pound bundle of perfection & is around 12lbs now. Emily was amazing to work with and had Berk ready for a new home! Emily answered all of my questions, sent us home with all the information we needed, and still to this day checks in on how Berkeley is doing. Our family leads a fast paced life and our Doodle is along for the ride… he was super easy to potty train, is well behaved, loves a good car or boat ride, enjoys going to restaurants with us, walks well on a leash, and loves his doggy bed about as much as he loves someone’s lap!!! You will not regret doing business with Emily & Reed…. they were about to give us the perfect pup for our family & we are so thankful to have a Ledford Doodle.
Contact Us
Do not hesitate to get in touch with any questions, or to tell us about the companion you are hoping for.
Troy, AL
334-672-3194
