I'm Krista W., the breeder behind Waterloo Bichons AKC located in Grass Lake, MI. Our dogs are bred for great health and loving temperament. I have many references and very happy puppy parents. Pups come with 2 year health guarantee, AKC limited registration, vet clearance, all vaccines and dewormed. We are with them, cuddling and loving them the minute they are born until they are with their new families. We take pride in our Bichons.
Q. & A. with Krista
Why did you start breeding?
I love animals and puppies and my dad bred labs as a kid and it was always so fun being around pups.. I wanted my kids to experience it.
What makes your program special?
We raise these puppies in my home. Handle them daily. Have many references including vet and happy puppy parents and We love the experience and filling people's homes with these smart, loving dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are white. 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.
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
2nd pick female
Went home
Female
Male 3rd pick available
Went home
Male
Grey collar Boy
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Krista
Krista 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 $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“This price includes 2 year health guarantee, contract, AKC limited registration, vet clearance, 1st vaccines and deworming regimen. Puppies are raised in our home and socialized. All pups are same price regardless of color or size. Buyer can specify if they want a Male or Female.”
Contract & health guarantee
Krista 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 Krista 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 Krista directly.
Waterloo Bichons AKC 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
Oakley, mom
Bichon Frise
About Oakley
Oakley is a female Bichon Frise. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Krista decided to make her part of their program. Krista 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
Waterloo Bichons AKC 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.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not 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 (rDVM, not 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.