I'm the breeder behind La Rive Pyr Sheps LLC located in Ripley, OH. We breed fully health-tested Pyrenean Shepherds who are beautiful representatives of the standard. We look forward to connecting! Our dogs are well socialized, healthy, and beautiful representatives of the breed. We produce very few litters and carefully select the appropriate home for each puppy or retired adult dog. We follow the Breeder's Code of Ethics and guarantee each dog to be as represented.
About julie
We are a selective program that focuses on temperament and the overall well-being of our dogs. We breed to produce happy and healthy puppies that can continue to excel in their forever homes. We’re excited to share our passion and purpose with others through our breeding program!
What makes julie’s program special
We are diligent about health and temperament. All our dogs are fully health tested and the results are public on the OFA website. We only normally only produce one litter per year, and only when we are interested in keeping one ourselves. Our Pyr Sheps are known for outstanding temperaments and beautiful breed type.
julie’s certifications & recognitions
CHIC Certified, Puppy Culture Breeder, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., AKC Breeder of Merit
Veritas de La Rive
Female • Went Home Mar. 16, 2024
Pyrenean Shepherd
Valkyrie de La Rive
Female • Went Home Mar. 16, 2024
Pyrenean Shepherd
Uther
Male • Went Home Oct. 23, 2023
Pyrenean Shepherd
Ultra
Female • Went Home Oct. 23, 2023
Pyrenean Shepherd
Umbra
Female • Went Home Oct. 23, 2023
Pyrenean Shepherd
Ursa
Female • Went Home Oct. 23, 2023
Pyrenean Shepherd
Girl 1
Female • Went Home Nov. 22, 2022
Pyrenean Shepherd
Boy 2
Male • Went Home Nov. 22, 2022
Pyrenean Shepherd
Girl 2
Female • Went Home Nov. 22, 2022
Pyrenean Shepherd
Boy 1
Male • Went Home Nov. 22, 2022
Pyrenean Shepherd
Girl 1
Female • Went Home Nov. 16, 2022
Pyrenean Shepherd
Girl 2
Female • Went Home Nov. 16, 2022
Pyrenean Shepherd
Sapphire
Female • Went Home Aug. 13, 2021
Pyrenean Shepherd
Sojourner
Female • Went Home Aug. 13, 2021
Pyrenean Shepherd
Santana
Male • Went Home Aug. 13, 2021
Pyrenean Shepherd
Planned Pyrenean Shepherds from Ten and Silaine
Due Apr. 2025. Ready July 2025
Planned Pyrenean Shepherds from Ten and Silaine
Due Apr. 2025
Ready July 2025
julie s.
CH Silaine at a show in October 2024
Ten and Silaine's litter
julie s.
Silaine finished her AKC championship at the Lexington Horse Park shows (Bluegrass Classic) in September with a fantastic BOS over 3 specials!
Ten and Silaine's litter
julie 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 $2,500 - $3,500 and include a refundable deposit of $500.
“The price includes: contract and health guarantee; AKC registration; health certificate; eye certification; DNA testing; microchip with lifetime membership; vaccinations; worming; puppy supplies.”
julie 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 julie 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 julie directly.
It's essential for young puppies to be socialized with a wide range of stimuli as they grow in order to ensure proper development. During this critical stage of their lives, I introduce my pups to a variety of new experiences for this purpose. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Scent introduction, Socialized in new places, Socialized with children, Surface & tactile stimulation, Car rides, Various sounds, Socialized with Other Animals, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Various Surfaces, Sound Stimulation, House Training, Basic Manners, and Crate Training.
I follow all appropriate puppy health protocols to ensure happy, healthy puppies.
We send our puppies home with Microchip, Registration, Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Vet records, Initial potty training, Puppy starter kit, Toys, Food & treats, Early Neurological Stimulation, Vaccinations, Certificate of Health, Puppy Leash, Puppy Collar, Our puppies are all sent home with welcome home bags and information. , Food Starter Bag, Breed Club Registration, AKC Registration, and Microchip.
julie 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.
“I like to get to know each potential buyer personally and discuss options that are best for my puppies and their new families. They are invited to my home to meet the puppies and parents. ”
Why julie started breeding
We decided to start a breeding program because of our passion for these dogs. We have loved the entire process and are so glad to be able to provide other families and individuals with Pyrenean Shepherds that will bring tons of love and joy into their lives.
julie has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
julie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
julie’s program includes seven colors
julie’s Pyrenean Shepherd puppies include slate gray, gray, fawn merle, fawn, brindle, blue merle, and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
julie’s links
La Rive Pyr Sheps LLC meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Pyrenean Shepherd
Pyrenean Shepherd
About Envy
Envy is a female Pyrenean Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, julie decided to make her part of their program. julie 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.
Uploaded health tests
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository
Pyrenean Shepherd
About Reven
Reven is a male Pyrenean Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, julie decided to make him part of their program. julie 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.
Uploaded health tests
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Pyrenean Shepherd
About Silaine
Silaine is a female Pyrenean Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, julie decided to make her part of their program. julie 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.
Pyrenean Shepherd
About Soleil
Soleil is a female Pyrenean Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, julie decided to make her part of their program. julie 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.
Pyrenean Shepherd
About Promise
Promise is a female Pyrenean Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, julie decided to make her part of their program. julie 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.
Pyrenean Shepherd
About Onyx
Onyx is a female Pyrenean Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, julie decided to make her part of their program. julie 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.
Pyrenean Shepherd
Excellent level
La Rive Pyr Sheps LLC 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 Pyrenean Shepherds.
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.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
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.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
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.
Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), 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).
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.