We are passionate animal lovers dedicated to raising and offering healthy, adorable, and loving Shih Tzu puppies. Our goal is to connect families with their perfect companion, ensuring each puppy is raised with care, affection, and in a healthy environment. We believe a puppy is not just a pet, but a new member of the family.
Welcome to Our Home of Tiny Shih Tzus!
We are a small, in-home hobby breeder dedicated to improving and producing healthy, sound-quality Shih Tzu puppies in the imperial size range (3-8 lbs).
We believe in quality over quantity each puppy is a loving companion with a "Smushy Babydoll" face, excellent temperament, and great health.
Three Sizes We Offer:
Our puppies are raised in a family environment and are well-socialized from an early age used to home noises, human contact, and gentle handling. They adapt easily to new homes.
What You’ll Receive:
We only have a few litters per year, with 1-2 puppies per litter, so we recommend joining our waiting list early if you’d like to welcome one of our babies into your home.
Our mission is to raise healthy, happy, tiny Shih Tzus perfect for companionship and love.
Sales Contract:
All puppies are sold under a strict neuter/spay contract as beloved pets only. We reserve the right to cancel any sale if it is not in the best interest of the puppies.
Purchase Process:
Puppy Pickup:
Age Available: Between 8 and 12 weeks, not solely based on age. At 8 weeks, they receive their second vaccination and are assessed: eating independently, weight gain, normal bowel movements, and nursing with their mother. If anything is amiss, they will visit the veterinarian weekly until they are fully healthy. Priority: Puppy's health, no rush (to avoid illness or death).
For Gifts (Christmas, Valentine's Day, Birthdays): Please confirm the release date. We do not release puppies due to anxiety; if it's for a holiday, please include a card with photos as a reminder of the puppy's imminent arrival.
For Holidays:
As a responsible breeder, I do not release puppies on busy holidays unless the new owner has everything prepared (see the available puppies section). Precautions: Avoid overwhelming the puppy with crowds, noise, or risks (such as accidentally stepping on it). I suggest picking it up a few days before/after or keeping it away from crowds. For the puppy, this is a stressful change that can cause illness or death; these guidelines prevent vet bills and heartbreak.
Shih Tzu might be tiny in size, but big on personality.
Wanting nothing more than to be your best friend, this pint-sized pooch is an affectionate, lively and sweet-tempered companion. Most fanciers agree the Shih Tzu hails from ancient China, where for more than 1,000 years royalty regarded this lap dogs as cherished household pets. In the 1940's the Shih Tzu (who's name means "lion" in Mandarin Chinese), began appearing in United States when World War II veterans brought them home from overseas. Today the Shih Tzu consistently ranks as one of the top ten most popular dog in the country, according to American Kennel Club registration statistic. But,
is the Shih Tzu right for you? Read on to learn more about the toy breed's lovable- and sometime not-so-lovable-characteristics.
1. DEVOTED.
The Shih Tzu was originally bred to be a companion, and that is where he excels. When you come to home from work, he'll wag his tail wildly and follow you around the house with devotion. And when you settle down to watch television, he'll happily curl up on your lap. He may give off a natural arrogance, with his tiny head held high and curved tail delicately draped over his back, but who can blame him? If your ancestors lived inside the imperial palace, lounging on embroidered silk pillows all day, you'd think you're pretty special too. But don't worry. It's just an act. The Shih Tzu really thinks you're the king or queen in his world.
2. FRIENDLY.
When friends and family arrive at your doorsteps, the Shih Tzu thinks they're visiting him-not you. Being outgoing and friendly is all in his genes, of course, and he sees no harm in spreading the love around. Give him a treat, rub his belly or throw him a squeaky toy and you'll have yourself a new best friend. The Shih Tzu's adaptability makes him an ideal dog to adopt because he won't wallow away the days, missing a former owner.As long as you show him love, he'll give it right back. Plus, most second hand cuties will be housebroken.
3. QUIET.
The Shih Tzu wasn't bred as a watchdog so he's not suspicious or yappy, although he may bark to let you know the mailman is at the front door. Apart from that, you won't hear too much noise from him. All dogs are individuals, of course, and some Shih Tzus might be slightly noisier than others. But lots of barking? Well, that's a different story, and it usually stems from dogs not being properly socialized. Shih Tzus purchased from backyard breeders and pet shops probably won't posses a quiet demeanor because they were carelessly bred for profit. Good breeding is as much a science as an art. Responsible Shih Tzu breeders work hard - some dedicating their whole lives to produce puppies that not only look but act like they're supposed to.
4. STUBBORN.
When it comes to learning basic commands - such as sit, stay and down - the Shih Tzu isn't quick to catch on. Breed enthusiasts blame it on the dog's independent streak. But in author Stanley Coren's book "The Intelligence of Dogs," more than 200 professional obedience judges ranked breeds based on their trainability as an indicator of IQ, and the Shih Tzu didn't fare so well. According to the judges, the Shih Tzu and several other breeds required 80 to 100 repetitions of a command before finally obeying just 25 percent of the time. The border collie, on the other hand, mastered new commands lightning, fast - in less than five repetitions - and obeyed them at least 95 percent of the time. Therefore, when training you Shih Tzu, consistency and patience are key. And be prepared for it to take longer than expected.
5. PLAYFUL.
Life's a game. And the Shih Tzu loves playing it with you! Whether the day's activity is splashing in the pool on a hot summer afternoon or playing an indoor game of hide-and-go-seek, the Shih Tzu is up for doing just anything. Don't let their diminutive size and good looks fool you into thinking they're only lap warmers and show dogs. These little lions like to go for walks and if they don't get them, they're likely to spend time chasing their tails around the house. They also successfully compete in the challenging sport of agility, where dogs navigate a timed obstacle course with their owners' help. No matter what game you choose to play, as long you enjoy it, your Shih Tzu probably will too.
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