5Z Shih Tzu Squad

Tess B.

Breeder of Shih Tzus

  • Clifton, TX ·
  • Responds within an hour

Meet the breeder

I'm Tess B., the breeder behind 5Z Shih Tzu Squad located in Clifton, TX. Welcome to 5Z Shih Tzu Squad! We are a family-based Shih Tzu breeding program devoted to raising happy, healthy, and beautifully unique Shih Tzus. Specializing in rare colors, each of our puppies is whelped and raised inside our home, surrounded by love and daily interaction with our five children. This ensures they grow up well-socialized, playful, and ready to become cherished members of their forever families. Health and temperament are our top priorities. We carefully select our pairings to produce healthy companions with loving, gentle personalities. DNA testing is available upon request, giving families peace of mind about their new furry friend’s background. At 5Z Shih Tzu Squad, our goal is simple: to provide families with not only a stunning Shih Tzu, but a loyal, affectionate pet that brings joy for years to come.

Q. & A. with Tess

  • Why did you start breeding?

    My journey began as a child growing up with Boxers, experiencing the joy of a few family litters. That early love inspired me to breed Boxers for 8 years. After retiring them, I discovered Shih Tzus and started 5Z Shih Tzu Squad, raising puppies in-home with my kids to nurture healthy, happy, and well-socialized companions.

  • What makes your program special?

    What makes 5Z Shih Tzu Squad special is that every puppy is whelped and raised in our home, surrounded by love, children, and daily socialization. We focus on rare colors, healthy genetics, loving temperaments, and offer optional DNA testing. Each puppy leaves as a confident, family-ready companion, raised with care, attention, and lifelong social skills.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include chocolate, red and tan, black, liver, silver, black and white, and brindle. 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.

Getting a puppy from Tess

Tess has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Tess partners with them to find the best puppy match.

Price

Puppy prices include a $1,000 non-refundable deposit and between $1,500 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Includes AKC registration, health guarantee, first vaccines & deworming. Raised in-home with children, given daily love, care, and socialization for happy, family-ready companions. A non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your puppy. The deposit amount is applied toward the total purchase price. Puppies are reserved in the order deposits are received.”

Contract & health guarantee

Tess 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 Tess 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 Tess directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Toys
      • Initial potty training
      • AKC registration
      • Food & treats
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Tess.

Breeder's location

Meet in Clifton, TX

1235 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Dallas Fort Worth Airport

1171 miles away

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Meet in Dallas, TX

1162 miles away

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More about Tess

  • Tess has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year

    Tess was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.

Tess is a trusted Good Dog breeder

5Z Shih Tzu Squad 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

Parent health testing

5Z Shih Tzu Squad 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 Shih Tzus.

  • Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)

    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 (rDVM, not registered)

    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 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.

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Tess to bring home their puppies.

  • Brandon L.

    Verified owner · June 2026

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    Working with Tess was great and I'm loving my new little buddy, Rocky! We had a very quick turnaround and Tess was very responsive, keeping me up to date from the time i submitted the application to picking him up 3 days later. It's been a little bit of a struggle as Rocky is my first puppy, but I wouldn't change anything. I can't recommend Tess enough as a breeder and I am so happy to have this healthy little furball in my home!

    MD

    Michael D.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2026

    We had a wonderful experience with Tess and love our puppies. She sent us pictures of our babies each week while waiting on them to be old enough to pick up which was really nice. Highly recommend Tess.

    Cadey C.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2026

    Tess was super easy to work with and kept us up to date on our puppy’s progress. We had never chosen a puppy so early (2 weeks) and loved all of the updates each week so we could see her grow. Our puppy is happy, content, and was well taken care of when we received her. The transition has been easy and we are in love with our new baby!

  • Gita C.

    Verified owner · May 2026

    We had such a wonderful experience getting Rio from Tess. From the very beginning, she was incredibly kind, responsive, and clearly cared so much about her puppies. She kept us updated every week with pictures and videos, which made the whole experience so exciting and reassuring. Rio has been the perfect addition to our family — healthy, adorable, loving, and full of personality. You can tell he was raised with care and attention. We’re so grateful and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a beautiful, well-loved puppy. ❤️

    KG

    Karen G.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2026

    We loved working with Tess to get our sweet baby girl, Penelope Sue! Tess sent so many pictures every single week and was very responsive. We have had our girl with us for a few days now and it’s so evident how socialized and loved she was with Tess! She has adjusted so well to her new life and loves to give kisses and snuggles! We are so thankful and blessed!

    Destiny V.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2025

    Amazing breeder, responded quickly and was able to make plans to meet up quick. Beautiful puppy.

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