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bichon breeder

mollymaggie — Fri, 04 Feb 2022 19:24:28 GMT

I need a bichon breeder that I can trust I live in the Boston area I just lost my 18 yr old and reaaly want another one

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greenjean1 — Fri, 04 Feb 2022 19:27:56 GMT

I'm so sorry for the loss of your sweet pet. I don't live around the Boston area but I do know you can look up breeders online and see reviews. Maybe a veterinarian's office could help.

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deepwaterdotter — Fri, 04 Feb 2022 19:28:16 GMT

Have you checked the American Kennel Club (akc.org) site?

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ECBG — Fri, 04 Feb 2022 19:32:03 GMT

So very sorry for your loss.

I would also suggest your vet as a source for finding breeders.

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KingstonsMom — Fri, 04 Feb 2022 19:37:02 GMT

@mollymaggie

Check out 'Petfinders.com'.

They have a ton of search options, including searching by area, registered or not, age, etc.

Good luck finding your new fur baby!

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Kachina624 — Fri, 04 Feb 2022 19:44:34 GMT

Google the name of the breed and read the websites if some of the breeders. They are usually pros who show their dogs and not backyard breeders. Many will explain their philosophies and goals which should give you an idea of their ethics. You can call and talk to them.

The Bichons used to have a very active Nationwide rescue group. You might look for that too. I've seen some lovely dogs there. Haven't checked it for several years.

https://www.bichonrescue.org/

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Spacrazy — Fri, 04 Feb 2022 19:51:57 GMT

As you have probably seen by now there are several posts to guide you in your search @mollymaggie I just wanted to offer you my sincere condolences in your loss.

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Nataliesgramma — Fri, 04 Feb 2022 20:38:07 GMT

I am so sorry tohear about your furbaby.....

We lost our Maltese a little over a year ago and it was a long journey to find another one.

Other posters gave you some good ideas and I would like to add a few....

Also ask groomers...

Doggie daycare

Anyone that shows their dog in an AKC dog show (even if it isn't a Bichon). They are a tightknit group and probably know a good breeder, especially if they show a dog in the Toy Group.

Just be careful of the scammers!!

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Kitlynn — Fri, 04 Feb 2022 22:21:11 GMT

Eighteen years is amazing!! They say the oldest living Bichon on record is seventeen and a half. We have our Stanley who is a Bichon and he is sixteen years and three months. He is really failing fast now though. But they are amazing dogs and they do become family members quickly. I am sorry for your loss and I hope you find another one soon.

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Shelbelle — Fri, 04 Feb 2022 22:47:20 GMT

I think Colleen Lopez from HSN has a Bichon.

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Drythe — Fri, 04 Feb 2022 22:56:05 GMT

@mollymaggie

I am so sad for your loss, and for the wonderful years you and your dog shared.

The AKC will have a list of ‘Breeders of Merit’ by breed, in your area.

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Foxxee — Mon, 07 Feb 2022 14:26:44 GMT

@mollymaggie

You said "trust." I assume you are looking for someone who will sell you a healthy dog. You can possibly get one at rescues and elsewhere, but often they don't know the dogs' or parents' history.

You can contact the Bichon Frise Club of America for breeders in your area and ask for a companion pup. When you call these breeders, ask if they test for inherited diseases. Move on from those who don't.

Keep in mind, even though the pup is tested, it's no guarantee they will be free of some sort of disease later in life. Universities developing the tests don't have tests for all the diseases yet.

Link

Bichon Frise Club of America

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kristina1 — Fri, 04 Feb 2022 23:44:12 GMT

Consider looking at a Bichon rescue.

My sassy little Bichon (pure bred) came from a small dog rescue. She had been dropped off at the pound!

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riley1 — Sat, 05 Feb 2022 00:48:13 GMT

@mollymaggie - So sorry for the loss of your furbaby.

When we lost our Maltese, I searched the AKC site to find a breeder.

Be careful of internet searches, some of the people are so sketchy.

Good Luck.

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Bridgegal — Sat, 05 Feb 2022 05:31:17 GMT

First of all, I'm so sorry about the death of your beloved dog. It is such a big loss.

I would suggest contacting the Bichon rescue in your area or area near to you. One or more must have sweet Bichons looking for a loving home.

over 4 million dogs a cats are murdered every year because no one adopts them. I ask you to first try to give a sweet dog a new life instead of purchasing a dog. As the bumper sticker says: don't breed, don't buy, Adopt.

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goldensrbest — Sat, 05 Feb 2022 14:49:53 GMT

Join a facebook group in your area, also AKC web site.

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qualitygal — Sat, 05 Feb 2022 15:01:49 GMT

So sorry for your loss. We had a Bichon named Skipper years back. Sweet dogs. Do go through a reputable person in your area. You can see the dog and check him or her out. AKC might be a source too.

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sunshine45 — Mon, 07 Feb 2022 03:35:18 GMT

@mollymaggie wow, you are so lucky to have had your bichon for 18 years! that is amazing. so sorry for your loss......i am sure it is difficult.

we lost our bichon last august. he was 15 1/2 and such a sweet companion and protector, even as his health deteriorated. there is definitely still an empty space in our home.

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sunshine45 — Mon, 07 Feb 2022 03:39:00 GMT

@Kachina624 wrote:
Google the name of the breed and read the websites if some of the breeders. They are usually pros who show their dogs and not backyard breeders. Many will explain their philosophies and goals which should give you an idea of their ethics. You can call and talk to them.

The Bichons used to have a very active Nationwide rescue group. You might look for that too. I've seen some lovely dogs there. Haven't checked it for several years.

https://www.bichonrescue.org/

@Kachina624

thank you so much for this website!

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verdellz — Fri, 11 Feb 2022 21:46:20 GMT

I'm sorry you lost your little furry friend @mollymaggie (((💓)))