I'm Melissa S., the breeder behind Forever Frenchies located in Xenia, OH. We are lifelong dog enthusiasts, and we’re excited to share our passion and purpose with others through our breeding program. We are dedicated to always providing our buyers and our puppies with a positive experience, which includes remaining committed to responsible practices when it comes to breeding, training, and rehoming our puppies.
Q. & A. with Melissa
Why did you start breeding?
I had multiple people tell me I should breed since Apollo came from such a strong bloodline , we decided to so I started my research and when Ruby was a little over 2 years of age our journey began . I did a DNA panel on all three of my dogs . Which I am still learning the color panel .
What makes your program special?
The quality of the puppy , the love the puppy is given through social interactions , the health of the puppy. The puppy’s grandparents were champion’s in Russian, USA and Ukraine . Apollo’s family line are all imports .
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are fawn. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
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 2
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Melissa
Melissa 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $3,000 - $4,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes the guarantee, socialization, vaccinations, deworming, well check up , AKC registration and parents pedigree, toy with mom’s scent and puppy collar . All of our puppies are the same price regardless of size and color . Includes full registration rights.”
Contract & health guarantee
Melissa 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 Melissa 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 Melissa directly.
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Melissa.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Xenia, OH
More about Melissa
Melissa has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years
Melissa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Melissa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Forever Frenchies 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
Ruby, mom
French Bulldog
About Ruby
Ruby is a female French Bulldog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Melissa decided to make her part of their program. Melissa 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.
Apollo, dad
French Bulldog
About Apollo
Apollo is a male French Bulldog. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Melissa decided to make him part of their program. Melissa 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Forever Frenchies 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 French Bulldogs.
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).