I'm the breeder behind Barb's Bichons Bichonfrise.ws located in Apple River, IL. We have been raising happy, healthy Bichons for over 27 years. We breed to AKC standards and adults are health tested. We cherish each of our dogs and puppies, and we do everything we can to make sure that they get the best lives possible. That includes everything from choosing healthy parents with good temperaments, to proper socialization and daily care, to placing them in loving homes with wonderful families. We strive to provide each of our puppies and their families with a truly positive experience!
Barb’s certifications & recognitions
CHIC Certified, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T.
NO SHIPPING(Noodles) Make sure you READ
Female • Ready Feb. 1, 2024
Bichon Frise
NO SHIPPING (Molly)PEASE READ
Female • Ready Feb. 1, 2024
Bichon Frise
NO SHIPPING!!! Harley
Male • Went Home Oct. 2, 2024
Bichon Frise
NO SHIPPING!!!
Male • Went Home Oct. 2, 2024
Bichon Frise
Girl 2
Female • Went Home Feb. 1, 2024
Bichon Frise
Girl 1
Female • Went Home Feb. 1, 2024
Bichon Frise
Boy 1
Male • Went Home Feb. 1, 2024
Bichon Frise
Boy 2
Male • Went Home Sept. 14, 2023
Bichon Frise
Girl 1
Female • Went Home Sept. 14, 2023
Bichon Frise
Boy 3
Male • Went Home Sept. 14, 2023
Bichon Frise
Boy 1
Male • Went Home Sept. 14, 2023
Bichon Frise
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Newborn Bichon Frises from Roman and Rowdy
Born July 2023. Ready Sept. 14, 2023
Newborn Bichon Frises from Roman and Cali
Born Dec. 2023. Ready Feb. 1, 2024
Newborn Bichon Frises from Roman and Happy
Born Aug. 2024. Ready Oct. 2, 2024
Expected Bichon Frises from Roman and Pink
Due Jan. 2025. Ready Mar. 26
Newborn Bichon Frises from Roman and Rowdy
Born July 2023
Ready Sept. 14, 2023
Newborn Bichon Frises from Roman and Cali
Born Dec. 2023
Ready Feb. 1, 2024
Newborn Bichon Frises from Roman and Happy
Born Aug. 2024
Ready Oct. 2, 2024
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Barb has been certified by Good Dog's screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you're ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies. You'll also have the chance to share a bit about yourself and what you're looking for in a new companion. Together, you'll choose the puppy that's right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Puppy prices range from $2,000 - $2,500 and include a non-refundable deposit of $400.
“This is a Non-Refundable Deposit. Buyer acknowledges that the Deposit is non-refundable in all circumstances.”
Barb may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Barb offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to Barb directly.
I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with other dogs, Socialized in new places, Daily handling, Surface & tactile stimulation, Socialized with children, Various sounds, Human contact from birth, and on daily basis, crate training, Grooming Desensitization, Various Surfaces, Sound Stimulation, Household Desensitization, Various People, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Basic Manners, Crate Training, and Initial House Training.
All of our puppies receive the core vaccines Parvo/Distemper. We de-worm several times.
We send our puppies home with Food & treats, Registration, Basic obedience & manners, Puppy starter kit, Initial potty training, Microchip, Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Dew claws removed, Blanket with Littermates Scent, Microchip, Vaccinations, Food Starter Bag, and AKC Registration.
Barb offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
If you’re nearby, you can visit in person to pick up your pup. If you’re far away, you can travel by car or plane.
“Potential buyers must be willing to pick up their puppy at my home. Thanks for understanding.”
Barb has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Barb was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Barb’s program includes one color
Barb’s Bichon Frise puppies are white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Barb's Bichons Bichonfrise.ws meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Bichon Frise
Bichon Frise
About Pink
Pink is a female Bichon Frise over 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Barb decided to make her part of their program. Barb has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Good health testing
Legg-Calve-Perthes (OFA), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), +1 more
Bichon Frise
About Roman
AKC Champion
Excellent health testing
Patellar Luxation, Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), +2 more
Bichon Frise
About Rowdy
Rowdy is a female Bichon Frise. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Barb decided to make her part of their program. Barb has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Great health testing
DNA Profile, Patellar Luxation, +3 more
Bichon Frise
About Cali
Cali is a female Bichon Frise. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Barb decided to make her part of their program. Barb has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Bichon Frise
About Happy
Happy is a female Bichon Frise. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Barb decided to make her part of their program. Barb has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Great health testing
DNA Profile, Patellar Luxation, +3 more
Bichon Frise
About Vexi
Vexi is a male Bichon Frise. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Barb decided to make him part of their program. Barb has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Good health testing
DNA Profile, Legg-Calve-Perthes (OFA), +2 more
Bichon Frise
Excellent level
Barb's Bichons Bichonfrise.ws reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Bichon Frises.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
Legg-Calve-Perthes (OFA)
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
GenSol Diagnostics DNA Testing, DNA Profile, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), OFA/CHIC DNA Repository
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
Low energy
Energy level
Very allergy-friendly
Allergy
Very low shedding
Shedding
Bichon Frise
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.