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We strive to give the best care we can to our puppies Cape Fear Bichons Accredidations AKC BRED WITH H.E.A.R.T. PROGRAM As part of AKC’s century-long commitment to advance the health and welfare of all dogs, the AKC has a new program called Bred with H.E.A.R.T. The program gives AKC a new way to engage, encourage and recognize ALL breeders who meet specific health testing standards and who participate in continuing education. Click on the links below to learn more about the specific commitments that an AKC Bred with H.E.A.R.T. breeder makes to the health and well-being of their dogs. http://www.caninehealthinfo.org/brdreqs.html?breed=BCF fullsizeoutput_2b7.jpeg images.jpeg american-kennel-club.jpg fullsizeoutput_2b7.jpeg Levi Bunny Bubbles Coco Cookie Tippy Tootsie Maya Sugar Gigi Penny Core OFA Health Screenings for Bichon Frise Hips (OFA or PennHip): Radiographic evaluation to rule out hip dysplasia, a rare but debilitating condition in the breed. Patellar Luxation: A physical exam checking for knee joint instability. Eyes (CAER): Examination by a board-certified ophthalmologist to detect congenital and hereditary eye diseases. Cardiac Evaluation: Exam for congenital heart disease, ideally performed by a cardiologist. Genetic Health testing our dogs Optimal Selection™ Advanced Canine provides breeders with the most comprehensive test of its kind. We’ve taken the latest scientific research on dog population genetics and developed a simple and easy at–home swab test, ideal for use on purebred or purpose-bred dogs. Streamline your genetic testing with comprehensive breeder services and tools. With one simple cheek swab, you'll get the Optimal Selection™ Canine genetic testing panel plus an ISAG 2020 DNA profile, with complimentary self-service parentage testing (potential parents and offspring must have Wisdom provided ISAG 2020 DNA profiles within your account). You’ll also be able to forecast genetic outcomes with Litter Predict and share results with other breeders through Breeder Access.

This image is of puppies in young bone development. Raising a healthy puppy This is something I think everyone should see. This x-ray is of an 8 week old puppy. When you get your 8/10-week-old puppies, please keep this image in mind. Their bones do not even touch yet. They plod around so cutely with big floppy paws and wobbly movement because their joints are entirely made up of muscle, tendons, ligaments with skin covering. Nothing is fitting tightly together or has a true socket yet. When you run them excessively or don't restrict their exercise to stop them from overdoing it during this period you don't give them a chance to grow properly. Every big jump or excited bouncing run causes impacts between the bones. In reasonable amounts this is not problematic and is the normal wear and tear that every animal will engage in. But when you're letting puppy jump up and down off the lounge or bed, take them for long walks/hikes, you are damaging that forming joint. When you let the puppy scramble on tile with no traction you are damaging the joint. You only get the chance to grow them once. A well built body is something that comes from excellent breeding and a great upbringing-BOTH, not just one. Once grown - around 12-18 months depending on their breed, you will have the rest of their life to spend playing and engaging in higher impact exercise. So keep it calm while they're still young and give the gift that can only be given once.

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Here you can find many important links concerning the Bichon American Kennel Club Bichon Frise Reporter Bichon Information Station Training your Dog yourself Bichon Frise Club of America Orthopedic Foundation for Animals 5 Things You Should Know Before You Adopt a Bichon

This page will let you preview the adoption agreement you will sign at time of delivery. Cape Fear Bichons Adoption Agreement and Health Guarantee Purchaser: _______________________________________________________________________ Address: _________________________________________________________________________ Birth Date: ____________________Sex: F___ M___ Phone #_____________________________ Buyer understands that the puppy/dog is being sold as pet quality. This puppy/dog is guaranteed to be delivered in good physical Health, and up to date on vaccinations at the time of adoption. The adopter has a period of 7-10 days after placement date or date acquired to have the puppy/dog examined by a veterinarian of his/her choice. If the adopter chooses to not have the puppy/dog examined within the 7-10 days of date acquired, then he/she accepts the puppy ‘as is’ at the time of placement. The adopter agrees to properly house their new puppy/dog, and to provide proper nutrition, and scheduled vaccinations/worming, and veterinary care, as needed or required by state law. Any evidence that the puppy/dog has been neglected or abused will void this contract. If the purchaser feels he/she can no longer care for this puppy/dog, the breeder should be notified so as to assist in finding the puppy/dog a new suitable home by providing potential adopters contact information to owner. If the dog is returned to Cape Fear Bichons, owner forfeits any adoption fee. These monies will be used for care, rehoming, feeding and any medical expenses. This puppy/dog is guaranteed to be free of Genetic Health Disorders within the first 2 years of life if the puppy/dog has not been bred and it is found to have a genetic defect. Defect must be certified by a reputable veterinarian, rendering it to be incapacitated and an unsuitable companion. The adopter agrees to surrender the puppy/dog to the breeder with signed registration papers. Contract is void if owner does not agree to return the puppy/dog. Upon return, the breeder agrees to replace the puppy/dog with one of the same type and sex. Replacement will be a puppy/dog of the breeder’s choice of stock on hand, or expected litters within one year. The Breeder may request a 2nd opinion to verify the said genetic defect prior to agreeing to replacement. All shipping costs and veterinarian expenses incurred are the sole responsibility of the purchaser and are Non-refundable. If the dog dies suddenly within the 2 year guarantee period, the owner is responsible to have an autopsy performed to determine the cause of death or Cape Fear Bichons assumes no responsibility for its death. A diagnosis of coccidiosis, giardia, parasites, ear mites or any other type of bacterial infection does not render the puppy/dog incapacitated or unsuitable. Guarantee does not cover previously stated conditions or non-life-threatening disorders such as hypoglycemia, uneven bites, undescended testicles, cherry eyes, inguinal or umbilical hernias or patellar luxation. Breeder makes no guarantee as to the adult size, color or show quality of puppy. Spaying or Neutering before their full growth potential (before 10 months) will void all health guarantees. Purchaser: ___________________________________________________ Seller: ______________________________________________________ Date: ____________________________Cape Fear Bichons 910-523-2820

This page consists of some of our most asked question. You can aways reach out to us to have your specific questions answered Frequently Asked Questions Q : What is the price of your puppies and what is the process to purchase ? A : Our pups are $2500 for male or females. Ltd. AKC registration. We request that you fill out our "puppy questionnaire" this page can be found on this website. We use this list to reach out to puppy parents when a Bichon becomes available to you. When females give birth, we will review this list and reach out to parents. We wait for the pus to be thriving until we ask for a $300 deposit. You can pay upfront, make payments or pay Final amount at pick up, if doing so, it must be guaranteed funds only. Bank cashier check or cash. Q : What size crate do you use ? A : Our adult dogs use a 36" crate that we purchase from Chewy.com. or Amazon. At approx. 7 weeks old our puppies start training in a 24" crate to help them to gain some independence. Separate crates, but right next to their siblings. We recommend you purchase the adult 36" crate and overstuff with blanket or bed to make it comfy on one end and a pee pad on the other end, their little bladders can't hold it through the night. Once potty training is done he/she will have plenty of space to grow into. Q : How can I fly in to pick up my puppy ? A : We live just minutes from ILM airport (Wilmington International) Delta Airlines and American Airlines both fly pups out of this airport. Click the links to get ALL the information ! NOTE: as of 1/2/2019 we have learned that, American flys as young as 8 wks old, with flight health certification, Delta flys no younger then 10 wk olds with flight health certification. Spirit flys as young as 8 wk olds, no certification required . Q : Do you ship your puppies ? A : We are sorry but we do not ship our puppies in an airline cargo hold by themselves. The safety and well being of our pups is of the utmost importance to us. If the distance is to far to drive, and you can not fly with your new pup in the passenger cabin, we recommend a fly nanny or a ground courier service. Our transportation page is Transportation & Flight Nanny | capefearbichons. Here are the two companies we have been using and trust through the years : LIBERTY ACRES KENNELS SEMPER FI TRANSPORT libertyacres501@gmail.com Semperfipettransport@Gmail.com Tel: (501) 336-4274 tel: (910) 358-4606 Q : CAN I SEE THE PARENTS IF I HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO VISIT ? A :: Yes, in most cases both parents may be onsite and may be available for you to see. If you are flying in, we can pick you up at the airport (ilm) and bring you to our home. We would be happy to shuttle you ! Q : WHAT DO YOU FEED YOUR DOGS AND PUPPIES A : Our puppies start eating Ross-Wells Titan red, beef and fish complete raw food. This food is only available through local co-ops. The closest readily available, and shelf stable raw food is Stella & Chewy dehydrated raw pucks. Your food selection from there is your decision, whether you continue raw or if you have a preferred brand. We will provide a week's worth for you to transition them to a new food. You'll need to do this slowly as to not upset their stomachs. We also suggest Farmers dog, Ollie, NomNomNow and any fresh food. These can be found on chewy.com. or Amazon. You can also prepare meals yourself; a big help is Dr Beckers homemade meals book. (if you have the time to prepare) you must also provide nutrients, bone meal.... etc. We always say, "feed the best food you can afford" Q : Why is my puppies hair so wispy, fly away and patchy ? A : It's important to know, that your Bichon Frises coat will change drastically from puppy hood to adulthood. Their baby coat can be curly, straight or wavy. This does not mean that they will have the same hair when they are fully grown. No one can guess what your baby will look like. The look of the parents will help to determine that, but no one can guess how many generations back your babies look will come from. Some straight haired babies develop a lot of curl and some curly babies get straighter hair as adults. Each puppy is different. When you first get your Bichon baby, she probably had a light fur coat but at around three to six months of age this will change and she will start to grow in her soft baby coat. Your puppy may drop its infant coat from the head down to the tail and look as if the night elves were taking out her hair one at a time. If you look closely you will see short hair growing in underneath. This new baby hair will continue to grow and get thicker until the puppy is an adult at 3 years of age. Yes, she will lose her first hair (infant hair) and go through a stage of having a thin, patchy, ugly coat, followed by growing in a thicker adult coat. This can happen anywhere from 3-8 months. Her full adult coat should be in place by 3 years of age. Breeding and bloodlines do determine exactly how full a dog's coat will be. The boy's hair tends to grow in a lot faster than the girls do. Q: WHY DO BICHONS FRISES HAVE SPOTTED SKIN? A: As a Bichon gets older, cow-like spots and splotches may appear on its belly. The spots are more prominent with a summer haircut or after a bath. This is an accumulation of melanin that is genetic and is a normal response to sun exposure in white or light-colored dogs. Likewise, the pigment of a Bichon's nose may lighten after several summer's worth of outdoor play, and with more time spent outside. Q: WHY DO BICHONS FRISES CHEW ON THEIR FEET? A: Foot chewing may be a sign of allergies or irritation. It may just be front prolonged wet feet. Bichons can be prone to allergies, so a dog who often chews on its feet should be seen by a veterinarian to rule out an allergy, injury, or other irritation. Q: HOW DO YOU PREVENT BROWN STAINING ON A BICHON FRISE? A: While the pinkish- to brown-colored staining on a Bichon's face and body may be caused by eating, saliva from grooming, or walking through dirt and mud, some staining may be related to eye conditions or other health problems. The first step to preventing staining on a Bichon would be to speak with the veterinarian to rule out a medical concern. If there is no medical cause for the staining, regular cleaning of the stained areas and wiping tears from the eyes may help. Iron in water can cause fur discoloration, as can dog food that includes dyes. Keeping the facial hair trimmed and wiping the dog's face daily can minimize staining due to food and water, but it may never fully prevent staining. See our Bichon eye staining page for more information. Q: DO YOU OFFER SHOW QUALITY PETS OR BREEDING RIGHTS OF MALE OR FEMALE PUPS ? A: No, sorry we do not offer any other AKC registration other then Limited, no breeding rights, nor do we offer any pup that we would consider show ring ready. Our pups are mainly for companionship.

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Here you can learn more about us, our story and some photos Our Story PASSION FOR ANIMALS Our names are Jackie & Dan, as long as we both can remember we have had dogs in our lives. From mutts to purebreds. We have had many, many breeds as Jackie has a passion for animals and wants to save every last one ! In 2011 we purchased our first breeding Bichon Frise and simply fell in love. We wanted to share this experience with others. We love meeting new people in the dog world and enjoy making people happy with these astounding dogs. Our love for the Bichon and interest in introducing them to others inspired us to become an AKC Bichon Frise breeder. We founded Cape Fear Bichons in 2013, and have been providing the east coast and beyond with pure breed AKC puppies, always keeping in mind the Bichon breed standard. We are a breeder of H.E.A.R.T. and are striving to acquire even more credentials. Your next beautiful fluff ball can't wait to meet you !! Our puppies are cherished members of our family, raised within our loving home. We prioritize their health, happiness, and well-being, ensuring they receive constant attention, socialization, and the utmost care. Frequent interaction with our adult children, grandchildren, and visitors provides our puppies with valuable social experiences, preparing them for life in their forever homes. We are committed to supporting our puppy parents throughout their journey. We are always available to answer questions and address any concerns, even long after you've welcomed your new furry companion into your family

If you are having trouble house breaking your Bichon, our 'Mastering housebreaking" website page can help. Remember to stay consistent with your pup. Housebreaking your puppy: Do's and don'ts The process of housebreaking often brings on feelings of nervousness and worry, but the process does not have to be stressful for you or your puppy. The truth is this is a situation where you have Mother Nature working with you right from the start while puppy training. When the puppies are first born, they eat and they relieve themselves inside the den, but the mother always cleans them. There is never a scent of urine or feces where the puppies eat, sleep, and live. When they get old enough, they learn to use outside areas as they imitate their mother. Conditioning in this way, all dogs become conditioned to never potty in their dens. From two to four months of age, most pups pick up on the concept of housebreaking and crate training quite easily since it is part of their natural programming. Puppy’s digestive tract Another built-in plus when it comes to housebreaking is our puppy’s digestive tract, which is extremely quick and efficient. Five to 30 minutes after the puppy eats, they want to defecate. So with a consistent eating schedule, and your attention to the clock, your puppy can maintain regular trips outside. In the early days of housebreaking, you also want to make sure the puppy has a place to relieve herself where she feels safe; a place that seems and smells familiar. Have you noticed how dogs will often eliminate in the very same spot they’ve done so before? The scent acts like a trigger. Your energy As always, remember your own energy is a big factor in your housebreaking efforts. If you are feeling nervous or impatient, or are trying to rush a puppy to relieve themselves, that too can also stress them out. Using a loud, high squeaky tone to encourage your puppy to “go potty” is a distraction to the dog, so try and avoid any conversation at all. Setting a routine First thing every morning, bring your puppy outside to the same general area. It is important to remain consistent throughout this process so your puppy can learn the habit. Once your puppy has successfully gone outside, it is important to reward their good behavior. It doesn’t have to be a big, loud celebration, but a simple quiet approval or a treat can get the message across of a job well done. Positive reinforcement Don’t punish your puppy for an accident or do anything to create a negative association with their bodily functions. Stay calm and assertive, and quietly remove the puppy to the place where you want him to go. Done correctly, housebreaking should not be a turbulent production but just a matter of putting a little extra work into getting your puppy on a schedule during the first weeks after she arrives at your home. Don’t let unnecessary stress over this very natural, uncomplicated process taint any of the joy surrounding the puppy training process and your new dog’s puppyhood. Secrets to housebreaking adult dogs When most people think about housebreaking a dog, they imagine an adorable little scamp that fits in the palm of their hand and plays with toys all day — in other words, a puppy. But what if you have an older dog that isn’t housebroken because they're a rescue? The rules for training adult dogs can be a bit different. First and foremost, you want to determine two things: The issue isn’t due to a medical problem. The soiling isn’t a behavioral issue. If you discover the issue is related to either of those things, there are specific actions you can take based on what’s actually causing the problem. Your veterinarian can guide you on medical issues, and you may need to consult a canine professional if the soiling is connected to a behavioral problem. Convinced their bathroom problems are simply due to a lack of training? Read on! Use scheduled, consistent feeding Feed your dog at the same time every day and take their bowl away between meals. This will reduce the chance of them having, “extra fuel in the tank,” so to speak. Have scheduled, consistent elimination times Even fully trained adult dogs should be let out to go to the bathroom at least four times a day, so you want to give your pooch ample time to do their business when training. Another kind of “consistency” that can help is to go to the same area to eliminate. Smelling his own scent can encourage him to go. Reward good behavior When they do their business outside, make sure you’re right there to reward them with treats, praise, play, or a walk. Startle, don’t scare If, and only if, you catch them in the act of eliminating (not 5 minutes later!), clap so that you startle them out of what they’re doing. Then take them outside and offer them praise and treats after they finish eliminating. Many pet parents have an urge to yell, or otherwise scare or punish their dog for eliminating inside, but all this does is make them afraid of you. When that happens, most dogs simply hide from their owners when they need to go. This is also why you should only startle your dog while they’re actually 'going' inside. If the correction doesn’t happen during the misbehavior, they won’t make the connection. Watch them closely Some dogs give very clear signals when they need to go, such as scratching at the door, while others don’t. To prevent accidents while training, keep an eye out for signals. If you can’t do that, crating will be necessary to train them to hold it until you can take them outside. Most pups simply won’t eliminate in their crate. Scrub, scrub, scrub No matter how vigilant you are, there are probably going to be accidents. Unfortunately, dogs tend to continue going where they’ve gone before, so you need to engage in some deep cleaning to really get the smell out of any soiled areas. Great Helpful Videos

This page shows items used in our home. These items will be familiar to your new pup. Click on the images to go directly to amazon for purchase Preparing for your new puppy ! (some basic items you may consider) Wire Crate We recommend the 36" crate, but it is entirely up to you. With the 36" crate you can over stuff it when they are puppies with a blanket or bedding mat when they are young, then they can grow into it as an adult. Click on the image to purchase! Puppy play pen These are great for corralling your active puppy when you can't keep a constant eye on them. We like the 24" model because it is easy to step over should you need to enter the pen area. They come in multiple heights if you prefer. They can also be stretched out straight and secured to close off large openings between rooms. Click on the image to purchase! Water/Food bowls These are the bowls we use in our adult crates for food, get the 4 cup size. We also introduce them to our pups at 4 weeks old and up. You may consider getting 2, one for food, one for water. They stay secure and detach easily for cleaning. Click on the image to purchase ! Bedding These are the bedding mats we use. They are machine washable and are very comfortable for your pup. They come in various sizes, so measure and get the size you desire. Consider getting 2, so one can be in the wash while the other is in use. Click on the image to purchase! Licker Water Bottle We use these water bottles in our adult and puppy crates, Its a more sanitary way to provide clean fresh water. It will also keep the ones that like splashing in their bowl from making a mess ! Click the image to purchase ! Chew Toys You can not have too many chew toys for your teething puppy. We like the toys with bumps for extra stimulation. The hard synthetic toys are difficult for them to damage. Keep a watchful eye on all your toys condition and remove and replace them when they become damaged. Click on the image to purchase ! Treats We use dried liver treats for training and reward. You can find them at your local Costco store at a great price. You will be amazed at what a Bichon can learn, they are very smart dogs. We also use organic peanut butter for a special treat, and for hiding pills ! Click the image to purchase ! Grooming Tools These are the basic grooming tools you will need : Slicker brush, two sided comb, fine combs for eye stains, puppy nail clippers and blunt end scissors . If you don't feel comfortable trimming around puppy's eyes, make sure your groomer does it. Click images to purchase ! Dental care - great item for tartar removal Pee Pee Mat These are the washable re-usable mats we use. They are super absorbent and will help keep your baby dry until he/she is fully house broken. We suggest getting 3-4 of these so there is always a clean one available. Stay away from disposable pee pads, they pose a choking hazard if puppy chews them. Stella & Chewy puppy food Our most recommended and widely used freeze dried raw food. This food most closely resembles the complete raw diet we begin feeding our pups at approximately 3 weeks old. That means it is an easy switch from the complete diet they are use to. All the same nutrition, but with the convenience of availability, ease of storage and multiple flavors to keep your new puppy happy. Another great alternative NEW on the market Fresh Dog Food Made Easy We took the headache out of fresh food and made it 36% more affordable Save 50% Soft-Sided Mesh Pet Travel Carrier Medium If you are gonna transport your pet with you on an airline flight in cabin, this carrier meets airline requirements.

We place our pups via temperament test. We feel this is the most important aspect of any new family member Cape Fear Bichons uses the Volhard's Temperament test to determine the best match between puppy and parent. We perform these simple puppy assessments for puppies over age 2 to 8 weeks. Test No. 1 for independent-mindedness: Cradle the puppy on its back like a baby, place a hand gently on its chest, and look directly in its eyes . Pups that accept this handling are considered biddable, while those that resist are more likely to be independent-minded. Test No. 2 for independent-mindedness: Hold pup suspended under its armpits with hind legs dangling, while looking directly in its eyes. Those pups that submit are said to have a low score for willfulness, while those that struggle may want to do things their own way. Noise sensitivity test: Drop keys or a tin pan to test the dog for noise sensitivity. Sound sensitivity in puppies is a strong emotional or physical response to a sudden or loud sound within the environment. You want the dog to react and acknowledge that the sound occurred, but the puppy should not be cowering or apparently losing its mind. People-friendly test: See how the pup reacts to a stranger entering the room or to being left alone in the room. Does the puppy run and greet or cower and cry? You want a puppy to be fully socialized with people by 3 months of age. Pups usually fall into three broad categories: Independent: The puppy could not care less when the person left or came back. This may indicate a tendency toward more independent, willful behavior, or improper bonding. Super needy: The dog whined and ignored toys when the person left and clung to the person when present. This may suggest overattachment issues that can be predictive of future separation anxiety . Middle of the road: The pup paid attention to the person coming and going, but was not traumatized and enjoyed the toys. This suggests a healthy attachment and an easygoing personality without the need for either firmness or coddling.