Rivers Edge Frenchies of Spring Lake

07/17/2024

He has found his new family ❤️.

03/19/2024

Looks like I have every shade of “brown” 🤣

03/18/2024

🤷🏼‍♀️

03/16/2024

I guess this is the best place to play toys

03/12/2024

“Xena” don’t let her color fool you. She is a black brindle with her brindle markings showing up daily. She also carries pied, cocoa and possibly Merle.
9 weeks on Thursday
Pet of full AKC registration
Vet checked and vaccines have been started
Negative stool samples
We have started crate training & potty training.
Loves playing outside with the other frenchies
Socialized
Comes with a wonderful puppy pack.
*she is not a discount puppy, so please do your research on the breed. Please ask permission if you need to before contacting me. Serious inquiries only* Rivers Edge Frenchies of Spring Lake Everyone

03/07/2024

These guys had so much fun outside today. Everyone has a dirty nose lol

03/07/2024

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03/01/2024

Copied from another breeder:

I’ve posted this before….no doubt each breeders costs vary due to locale & if you own/use only your own studs but ultimately IF you are doing everything right starting with the purchase of a quality female and not skipping any of the steps to provide the best care you will be in this ball park.
Cheaper is not better…It takes years to maybe get out of the red and if you’re making much you’re most likely not putting back into your pups as you should.

Integrity, honestly, transparency, a very strong non stop work ethic 24/7 365 days a year, determination, follow thru, effective communication skills, sheer will, financial security to float your losses, trial & error, blood, sweat & tears, continued education, constant networking, lots of prayer, and ability to accept you are ultimately not in control…God & Mother Nature play very active roles!

Not everyone should be doing this nor do I outwardly encourage anyone to do so without soooo much research, mentorship’s, and having the ultimate flexibility to revamp your entire life to do so.

Our pricing reflects our costs & continued efforts as well.

We are so very grateful to all our amazing Southern Chic families that chose US & our babies!! 🙌🏻🥰❣️

02/25/2024

1 male looking for his family
1 female looking for her family
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02/19/2024

02/09/2024

Pups are 4 weeks today, so they now have a toddler pad and are trying out the potty grass 😊

02/06/2024

Ms. Finnegan at the vet today 😊
Family Friends Veterinary Hospital

02/02/2024

1 boy and 2 black brindle girls still available

02/02/2024

These babies are reserved

01/20/2024

All pups carry coco, pied and brindle, some will carry Merle. Reservation time approaching soon. Get your name on the wait list. Everyone

01/17/2024

Love our frenchie cuddles, one week old today!🫶🏻🐾

01/15/2024

Love my puppy cam

01/11/2024

The Babies have arrived 3 boys (light), 2 girl (dark) mama and babies are doing great. Will be going down the reservation list at 3 weeks.

01/01/2024

11 days to go. Feeling excited Everyone

10/31/2023

Happy Halloween

08/30/2023

Copied from another breeder, but so true: I wanted to touch base on a common issue that breeders come across with new owners.

Realistic Expectations

You go to the breeders home. The pups are all social. They are quiet in the pen. The breeder shows you videos of them being totally relaxed at a dog show. All looks amazing and you bring your puppy home.

Then reality hits. The puppy may cry in the crate for the first few nights making you tired and agitated. The happy social puppy is refusing to greet the half dozen overly excited friends you invited over to see your new puppy. The puppy refuses to walk on a leash. Many are wondering how did my perfect puppy turn into a nightmare.

So let’s discuss realistic expectations of when a puppy goes home. First of all the puppy has been in the breeders home since birth. They had their mother and often littermates. They had their routine, were taught expectations and were completely in their comfort zone.

Now suddenly they are taken to a totally new environment. Picture yourself being dropped into an unknown country, often in a different part of the world. You know only a few words of their language. Differnt trees, animals, smells, temperature and people. Now in the middle of this we are switching up your routine, decide to have a party with people you dont know, and ask you to do jobs you have no idea about. Overwhelming to say the least.

This is what every puppy goes through when going to their new home. Stress manifests in different forms. From not eating, reluctancy to play and greet people. Being apprehensive at the vet’s office or as strangers reach for them. Diarrhea, vomiting and being depression can occur.

So what can you as a new owner do to help your little one acclimate?

- most puppies take 3-4 weeks to acclimate to their new home. Repeat after me THREE to FOUR WEEKS! Not a 1-2 days. I can’t stress this enough about how much time is needed for a dog or puppy to feel comfortable in their new home!
- limit guests during the first week. We understand you are excited to show off your new baby but they need time to adjust. Plan on waiting 1-2 weeks before inviting people over
- ask guest to sit on the ground and let the puppy approach them. No squealing and grabbing the puppy
- set up a good routine
- restrict the puppy to a small area of the house. This not only reduces them being overwhelmed but also allows you to watch them
- don’t expect a 9-13 week old puppy to walk on a leash. Instead work at home with a leash where they are comfortable. Let them drag the leash, use treats to encourage them to walk with you
- if your puppy is refusing to walk give them time. My first trips to town with puppies a walk around a small block took 1 1/2 hours. We only move when they initiate the movement as they need time to take in the different environment
- understand your puppy needs time to see you as family. Expecting an immediate bond is unrealistic
- train your puppy. This not only helps you to bond but the puppy to look to you for direction and input
- lastly be patient. Don’t declare “omg there’s something wrong with this dog”. Nothing occurs overnight. Outings should be planned at puppy speed. So while you might imagine a fun walk around the lake in reality your puppy might only be able to handle walking a short distance that day.

Most outings for me take a long time, as I am often just standing still as the puppy cautiously explores the new environment. Patience is key!

Remember if the puppy was wonderful at the breeder’s house but now struggling you as the owner need to help the puppy adjust which takes time, patience and training. have realistic expectations and give the puppy positive experiences. Each puppy is an individual, don’t compare your current puppy to past pets and judge their behavior based on how another dog handled things. Lastly, try to see thing’s from a puppy’s perspective and adjust situations accordingly.
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08/03/2023

Just a little nap before bedtime 🤣🤣🤣

06/11/2023

Koda

05/20/2023

The cat thinks she is French too 🤣🤣🤣

05/14/2023

Happy Mothers Day Frenchie mamas 😊

05/07/2023

Charlie’s turn for the Sunday morning nap