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Gibson Acres
Meet the breeder
I'm Melissa & Jake G., the breeder behind Gibson Acres located in Carlisle, OH. We're in-home hobby breeders of Frenchie puppies!Our goal is to better the breed & continue improving our line with each generation.We hand-raise each puppy from our litters as part of our family so that we can adequately prepare them to make a seamless transition into yours!Please connect with us!
Q. & A. with Melissa & Jake
Why did you start breeding?
Purposeful and ethical breeding is so important for the healthy progression of the French Bulldog. We love the Frenchie breed and all their unique traits! We only want to improve the breed through our program, and every breeding decision is made accordingly!What makes your program special?
Our breeding stock is OFA tested and certified along with optimal selection testing through the wisdom panel to ensure the best start for your puppy! Once puppies are born, we dedicate a great deal of time and attention to each and every one for a reliable temperament and cherished companionship. At Gibson Acres, beauty is a given, but producing healthy and loving puppies is our true goal!Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Melissa & Jake
Melissa & Jake 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 deposit and between $3,000 - $9,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Puppies are priced as follows: Limited lifetime guarantee $5000, 3-year guarantee $4000, 1-year guarantee $3500. Limited AKC registration to all puppies. Full AKC registration to approved programs. Deposits are transferable to different puppy from the same litter if any are available or to a puppy from a future litter in the event of death or serious health defect while in our care. See contact.”
Contract & health guarantee
Melissa & Jake 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 & Jake 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 & Jake directly.
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What’s included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Melissa & Jake.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Carlisle, OH
4312 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at James M. Cox Dayton Airport
4293 miles away
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More about Melissa & Jake
Melissa & Jake has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Melissa & Jake was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Melissa & Jake is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Gibson Acres 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
Jade, mom
French Bulldog
About Jade
Jade is a female French Bulldog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Melissa & Jake decided to make her part of their program. Melissa & Jake 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
Great level
Gibson Acres 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.
Hip Dysplasia , Hip Dysplasia (Preliminary)
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 (Preliminary), 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.
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.
Spine (OFA, FCI), Dentition
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.
Chondrodysplasia/Dwarfism, Agouti DNA Test, Acral Mutilation Syndrome (AMS), DNA Profile, Optimal Selection Canine Genetic Breeding Analysis, D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, Multifocal Retinopathy 1 (CMR1), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Cystinuria Type 3, French Bulldog Type Risk Factor, DNA Coat/Trait Panel, DNA Disease Panel, Animal Genetics 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).
