Cape Fear Bichons

Raised by Jackie & Dan T.

Certified Breeder of Bichon Frises

  • Preferred Breeder
  • 93% response rate • Responds within a day

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Cape Fear Bichons located in Wilmington, NC. Through DNA, OFA, Temperament Testing and careful pup to family matching, our goal is to ensure every pup or dog that comes from our program is set up to live a happy and healthy life. We provide each of our pups with lots of socialization and love, and we are dedicated to maintaining responsible breeding policies.

Jackie & Dan’s experience

  • About Jackie & Dan

    We have loved the Bichon for many years. We strive for good health and excellent temperament through proper testing. Our Bichon adults and pups are weighed against the AKC Standard. We also rescue any Bichons in our area that may need our assistance. We love traveling and watching sanctioned shows involving the Bichon! As empty nesters we have replaced our grown children with Bichon babies 😊

  • What makes Jackie & Dan’s program special

    Each of our Bichons is our pet living in our home with us. Our Bichon babies are born in my bedroom right by my side

  • Jackie & Dan’s certifications & recognitions

    AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T.

Newborn & upcoming litters

Newborn Bichon Frises from Zenagain and Cookie

Born Jan. 2025. Ready Mar. 7

Newborn Bichon Frises from Zenagain and Sugar

Born Jan. 2025. Ready Mar. 8

Newborn Bichon Frises from Zenagain and Cookie

Born Jan. 2025

Ready Mar. 7

Newborn Bichon Frises from Zenagain and Sugar

Born Jan. 2025

Ready Mar. 8

Getting a puppy from Jackie & Dan

Jackie & Dan 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.

Price

Puppy prices range from $1,800 - $2,500 and include a deposit of $300.

“The price includes health guarantee, first shot and worming if necessary, vet visit, Ltd AKC paperwork and go home bag with goodies. Each situation is different and some deposits are refundable.”

Contract and health guarantee

Jackie & Dan 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 Jackie & Dan 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 Jackie & Dan directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

Our 5 children and 10 grandchildren keep our pups socialized with lots of love and gentle handling. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Socialized with children, Surface & tactile stimulation, Car rides, Various sounds, Crate Training, and Beginning potty training .

Puppy health practices

All of our pups are checked from head to tail by our vet. Each is checked for worms. Their first shot is given before going home.

Extras

We send our puppies home with Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Puppy starter kit, Food & treats, Vet records, Basic obedience & manners, Registration, Toys, and Initial potty training.

Bringing your puppy home

Jackie & Dan offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.

Pick up your puppy in Wilmington, NC or nearby

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.

Get your puppy dropped off to you

Work with a trusted transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at a meeting point close to home.

More about Jackie & Dan

  • Why Jackie & Dan started breeding

    We got our first Bichon many years ago. We were so impressed with the breed that we decided to attend shows, do research, ask questions and try our hand at our first litter.

  • Jackie & Dan is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder

    Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.

  • Jackie & Dan has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years

    Jackie & Dan was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Jackie & Dan’s program includes one color

    Jackie & Dan’s Bichon Frise puppies are white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Jackie & Dan’s links

Jackie & Dan is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Cape Fear Bichons meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

  • Responsible breeding practices
  • Health of breeding dogs and puppies
  • Puppy environment and enrichment
  • Buyer education and policies

Meet Jackie & Dan's parent dogs

All breeds

Bichon Frise

Parent health testing

Bichon Frise

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Cape Fear Bichons 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 (Preliminary), 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.

  • DNA Disease Panel

    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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Jackie & Dan to bring home their puppies.

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    Izais M.

    May 2024

    My experienced was amazing. This was my first time owning my own pet so i had a lot of questions and some worries. Working with cape fear they answer all my questions. Were very quick to reply, gave...

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