Rama Kha Tibetans

Fran & Apple K.

Breeder of Tibetan Terriers

  • Winters, CA
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Meet the breeder

I'm Fran & Apple K., the breeder behind Rama Kha Tibetans located in Winters, CA. We raise healthy great temperament Tibetan Terrier pups for families who share the same love and passion that we do for these lovely companions. We want to make the transition from our loving home to yours as seamless as possible by giving personal attention to each little pup to ensure it is well-rounded and prepared to excel in its forever home. We pick the right puppy for your home based on your needs and the puppies personality . Almost potty trained and sleeping through the night are just two of many things we do to get your puppy ready to go to their new home. We also send home what you need for your first year to be successful.

Q. & A. with Fran & Apple

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Each of our dogs has brought so much happiness to us throughout their lives. We have had great mentors who have shared their knowledge and love for Tibetans that motivated us to get into breeding. We want to do our part to produce wonderful, healthy dogs that can bring other people joy as well and to provide each of our puppies with loving homes where they can live happy lives. We loved the process, and enjoy placing my puppies in loving homes!

  • What makes your program special?

    Our dogs are an integral part of our family and daily life. This creates the ideal environment for puppies. From birth, they grow in a secure, loving environment where they know that they matter to their family -- that they have a purpose. We are passionate about our breeding and look forward to connecting with you! We also invite you to visit us before the pups are born. We are an American Kennel Club (AKC) Breeder Of Merit.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include sable and white, sable, red brindle, red and white, red, golden brindle, gold and white, gold, brindle and white, brindle, black white and gold, black and white brindle, black and gold, black and brindle, and black. 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.

Getting a puppy from Fran & Apple

Fran & Apple 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 $1,000 deposit and between $2,000 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“This price includes the health guarantee, AKC registration, puppy vaccination, deworming, dewclaws removed, BAER Hearing Test and all tests required by the Tibetan Terrier Club Of America and posted on OFA.org, socializations and puppy owner being able to watch puppies from a cam from day 3 until they are picked up. We offer a lot more than what is here. Deposit due after pups are born and verified a puppy is available for your family. Non-refundable after 3 days of receiving your deposit.”

Contract & health guarantee

Fran & Apple 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 Fran & Apple 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 Fran & Apple 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
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Basic obedience & manners

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Fran & Apple.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Winters, CA

Other pick-up locations

More about Fran & Apple

  • Club memberships

    Fran & Apple is a member of American Kennel Club, Montgomery Kennel Club, and Tibetan Terrier Club Of America.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    AKC Breeder of Merit.

  • Fran & Apple has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    Fran & Apple was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Fran & Apple’s links

Fran & Apple is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Rama Kha Tibetans 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Rama Kha Tibetans 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 Tibetan Terriers.

  • 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.

  • Legg-Calve-Perthes (OFA), Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA)

    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.

  • Pituitary Dwarfism, PRA, Rod-Cone Dysplasia 4 (rcd4), PRA3, Tibetan Terrier and Spaniel Type, Dilated Cardiomyopathy 1 (DCM1), Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis, Tibetan Terrier Type, Primary Lens Luxation (PLL)

    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).

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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.

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