Shieldwall Kennels

About Shieldwall Kennels

Rhea Lloyd is from Florida and breeds Poodles. Shieldwall Kennels is a preservation - focused Standard Poodle program inspired by the Norse concept of strength, unity, and legacy. Our foundation female is a UKC champion, health tested and selected for both sound structure and stable, emotionally resilient temperament. We breed with a strong emphasis on temperament first. Our goal is to produce calm, steady, Standard Poodles suitable for service, therapy, performance, and well matched-family homes. Puppies are raised in our home with intentional early neurological stimulation, enrichment, and structured socialization. We work under mentorship, follow ethical breeding practices, and prioritize health testing, structural correctness, and stable human-focused temperaments. While we produce solids and phantoms, our focus remains preservation breeding with purpose, not trends. My background includes 6 years of Schutzhund training, participation in agility and confirmation, and working alongside a professionally trained service dog through North American Canine, continuing his handling and training over the past 6 years. I am also actively involved in therapy work, certified through Alliance Therapy Dog (ATD). This diverse experience strongly influences my focus on stable, confident, and versatile temperaments.