I'm Adrienne H., the breeder behind California Havanese and Bichons located in Colfax, CA. Nestled on twelve wooded acres in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, we are dedicated to breeding beautiful, affectionate, playful, and healthy AKC Havanese and Bichon companions.
Q. & A. with Adrienne
Why did you start breeding?
Growing up on a small farm, I am very familiar with caring for animals. We raised cows, goats, llamas, chickens, geese, and turkeys. We enjoyed our pet cats and a retired Shetland pony. We bred AKC Cocker Spaniels. Caring for animals has been an important part of my life.
What makes your program special?
Our puppies are raised in a warm and wholesome environment filled with affection and laughter. They love to be cuddled and kissed. We are often asked by friends and new owners how we can bear to part with our sweet puppies. Our children take pictures of each puppy just prior to them going home and write about what they loved about that particular puppy. This helps with the separation.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 6
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Adrienne
Adrienne 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.
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 include a $900 refundable deposit and $3,100 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The “pet price” (which doesn’t include breeding rights) for a puppy is $4000. A puppy is reserved with a $900 deposit, and in the order of deposits received. The balance of the price is paid when you pick up your puppy. The deposit is refundable until you have committed to a puppy that has been born.”
Contract & health guarantee
Adrienne 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 Adrienne 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 Adrienne directly.
California Havanese and 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
Parent dogs
All breeds
Havanese
Bichon Frise
Lord Freddy, dad
Havanese
About Lord Freddy
Lord Freddy is a male Havanese. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Adrienne decided to make him part of their program. Adrienne 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.
Velvet, mom
Havanese
About Velvet
Velvet is a female Havanese. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Adrienne decided to make her part of their program. Adrienne 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.
Franz, dad
Havanese
About Franz
Franz is a male Havanese. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Adrienne decided to make him part of their program. Adrienne 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.
Laila, mom
Havanese
About Laila
Laila is a female Havanese. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Adrienne decided to make her part of their program. Adrienne 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.
Monsieur Giorgio, dad
Bichon Frise
About Monsieur Giorgio
Monsieur Giorgio is a male Bichon Frise. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Adrienne decided to make him part of their program. Adrienne 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.
Romeo, dad
Bichon Frise
About Romeo
Romeo is a male Bichon Frise. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Adrienne decided to make him part of their program. Adrienne 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.
Parent health testing
Bichon Frise
Havanese
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
California Havanese and 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
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.
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.