Riverbend Braccos
- California
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Valerie K., the breeder behind Riverbend Braccos located in California. It has always been our profound aspiration to produce the best and most versatile dog, not only for the present, but also for the future of the Bracco Italiano breed. If the intellect, affection & versatile Bracco fits your idea of a perfect hunting companion and family dog, please contact us! .
Q. & A. with Valerie
Why did you start breeding?
We got our first bracco in 2004. She was a learning lesson about a rare breed. We spent the next 6 years learning more about the breed and traveling to Italy.What makes your program special?
Our dogs have been hand selected from working kennels in Italy. All of our dogs are health tested to the parent club standard. We will not breed a shy dog or a dog that does not meet the breed standard.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Valerie
Valerie 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
Contract & health guarantee
Valerie 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 Valerie 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 Valerie directly.
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 Valerie.
Breeder's location
Meet in California
Other pick-up locations
More about Valerie
Club memberships
Valerie is a member of Bracco Italiano Health Foundation and Bracco Italiano Club Of America.
Valerie has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Valerie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Valerie is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Riverbend Braccos 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 health testing
Excellent level
Riverbend Braccos 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 Bracco Italianos.
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.
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).
