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About Florida Shih Tzus
The name Shih Tzu actually means ‘little lion’, but these cute dogs are hardly fierce. For centuries, Shih Tzus have been bred as lap dogs and companions, a role that they are perfect for. It’s hard not to fall in love with these charming pups.
Great for Small Homes
Shih Tzus are teeny-tiny, which makes them perfect for small homes and apartments. They’ll also fit neatly onto your lap!
Absolutely Adorable
Shi Tzus have been the favorite of both emperors and peasants for thousands of years for a reason - they are absolute cuties!
Fun-Loving
Furry little bundles of enjoyment and energy, Shih Tzus are playful and tons of fun - you’ll have a blast with them!
Great for Kids
Shi Tzus are gentle and good-natured, so as long as your kids are shown how to play with such a small pup, they’ll get on great.
Ready for Adventure
As a perfect companion dog, Shih Tzus will go with the flow, joining you when you head out-and about, or just happy to chill on the sofa.
Loving and Loyal
Shi Tzus are at their happiest when they’re keeping their favorite humans company. They will be a much loved member of your family.
Choosing a puppy used to be easy and fun—with Texas Puppies, it is again. We only list breeders and businesses who pass our tough vetting process. Meet some of those all-stars below, and find the puppy of your dreams. Texas puppies take the stress out of finding your perfect pooch. Only breeders and businesses who get through our rigorous vetting process are listed on our site. Below, you can browse through our selection of perfect pups and find the dog of your dreams.
With years of breeding experience, Sara has been a standout member of the Uptown Family.
Location: Texas
Breeds: Shih Tzu
Availability: N/A
PuppySpot is a network of highly vetted breeders. Only 10% of breeders who apply get accepted.
Location: National
Breeds: Shih Tzu
Sizes: Wide range
Katie’s breeding skills are only matched by her dedication to matching her pups with amazing families.
Location: Southern California
Breeds: Shih Tzu
Availability: N/A
The Smith's were always crazy about dogs, and decided to share the joy with the world.
Location: Idaho
Breeds: Shih Tzu
Availability: N/A
Stephanie’s extensive breeding experience and elite pedigree makes her puppies highly sought after.
Location: Florida
Breeds: Shih Tzu
Availability: N/A
To a dog lover like Mary, nothing makes her smile more than uniting another fluffy bundle of joy.
Location: New York
Breeds: Shih Tzu
Availability: N/A
Bethany knows a thing or two about doggytelligence and breeds some of the best pooches on the planet.
Location: South Carolina
Breeds: Shih Tzu
Availability: N/A
Need to know more about finding Shih Tzu puppies for sale Texas? The answers are here.
The Shih Tzu Texas prices you see online will be quite variable. Prices will be different depending on the breed’s size, eye color, coat color, gender, or sometimes they will be based on the Shih Tzu breeders Texas experience. Teacup Shih Tzu puppies for sale in Texas and imperial Shih Tzu puppies for sale in Texas might also cost extra. You’ll also need to consider that there are mix puppies for sale, such as Shih Tzu maltese mix puppies, Shih Tzu Bichon puppies, and so on.
You bet! Their small size makes them perfect for apartments, but Shih Tzu for sale in Texas are happy in most living situations - they aren’t fussy pups! Just be sure that your pooch is getting regular light exercise and lots of care and affection. The same is true for Shih Tzu Maltese puppies and other mixed breeds.
Tiny! Shih Tzus are classified as a toy breed, which is the smallest type of dog. On average, a Shi Tzu will weigh between 9-16 pounds, and will only measure 8-11 inches in height. If you’re looking for a dog that really is toy-like, then Shih Tzus are the way to go! Remember too, you can check with the measurements of your new Shih Tzu with the breeder you find on the Texas Puppies network.
Shih Tzu puppies Texas are generally very healthy little dogs, and quite long-lived - it’s not uncommon for them to reach 16 years old. The most common medical issue with Shih Tzus is eye problems, so as with any dog, take them for regular check-ups at the vet. Remember too, that if you buy a Shih Tzu from a puppy mill or Shih Tzu breeders in Texas who are backyard breeders, they are far more likely to have health issues.
When you search for your puppy through the Texas Puppy Network, whether you’re looking for Shih Tzu puppies for sale Houston Texas or Shih Tzu puppies for sale in east Texas, you’re able to browse some of the top national breeders and businesses. If there’s no puppy nearby available, then any breeder who’s a part of our network can arrange for your new pup to travel to your nearest major airport.
There are loads of people out there who will try to scam you when you buy a Shih Tzu for sale in Houston Texas, but we’ll make sure that won’t happen. We only accept the top 10% of applicants into our network, and they have to take our binding Breeder Pledge to prove that they are ethical and exceptional Texas Shih Tzu breeders.
The internet is full of puppy mills and scammers, and a lot of them are very good at attracting your attention, so if you search for ‘Shih Tzu sale austin texas’ they might be the first result to come up- but terrible at every other aspect of puppy breeding. At Texas Puppies, we’ll only connect you with the very best breeders and businesses.
Puppy mills are kind of like factories for producing dogs. All they care about is making a profit, and they have no concern about the welfare of the dogs. If you buy a Shih Tzu puppy or a Teacup Shih Tzu Texas from a mill there is a much higher chance that they'll one day need expensive veterinary treatment. Even worse, they may even have a shorter life expectancy than a normal Shih Tzu puppy.
Yes, we can find you a Shih Tzu puppy, and it couldn’t be easier. Have a look at some of the breeders and businesses we’re partnered with, find a puppy you like the look of, and get in touch to arrange for your new pup to come and join your family and begin a new life. We suggest you act fast though - new puppies are usually snapped up quickly.
The origins of the Shih Tzu are clouded in mystery. Legend has it that they were bred by Tibetan monks especially for the Chinese emperors. If so, those monks did a great job! Shih Tzus are certainly a very old breed, and still extremely popular. There are also a whole bunch of Shih Tzu hybrid breeds, like Maltese Shih Tzu puppies.
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