A Handful of Love Breeders.LLC
- Hillsborough, NC ·
Meet the breeder
I'm Afi B., the breeder behind A Handful of Love Breeders.LLC located in Hillsborough, NC. We treasure each puppy in our program and give them all the attention and care that we possibly can. We work hard so our puppies can leave our home with confidence.
Q. & A. with Afi
Why did you start breeding?
My parents bred Labs,and Golden RetrieversWhat makes your program special?
We give our puppies a fighting chance by STARTING THE PAD TRAINING PROCESS,this makes it easier on the owner and definitely the puppy;many people get frustrated when it comes to training a puppy and I want my puppies to have a fair shake.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black, liver, gold, 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.
TRUFFLES
Went homeFemale
Remy
Went homeMale
Bentley
Went homeMale
"Blanca"
Went homeFemale
BABYGURL
Went homeFemale
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Peaches (Cause she's Fuzzy,Round and Sweet)
Went homeFemale
"HEART"
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Afi
Afi 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, Afi partners with them to find the best puppy match.
“We insure that all of the puppies go to the best homes,homes that will continue to spoil our babies that will be patient and loving;that will be able to afford the cost of caring for a dog for the next 16-18yrs🫶🏾🫶🏾❣❣”
Price
“Each puppy comes with 1st shots,dewormed,their first outfit,or puppy pajamas;we also start the pad training process for you. Our new litter is due the end of September2024 or the first October2024❣. The Deposit is HALF THE PRICE OF THE PUPPY AND THE DEPOSITS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE UNLESS PUPPIES AREN'T DELIVERED BY THE BREEDER.”
Contract & health guarantee
Afi 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 Afi 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 Afi directly.
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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
- Socialized with children
- Scent introduction
- 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
- Puppy starter kit
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Initial potty training
- Basic obedience & manners
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Afi.
Breeder's location
Meet in Hillsborough, NC
4272 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Raleigh–Durham Airport
4269 miles away
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Meet in Baltimore, MD
4022 miles away
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More about Afi
Afi has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Afi was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Afi is a trusted Good Dog breeder
A Handful of Love Breeders.LLC 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
Litter and program updates
Afi B.
Litter update on 09 May •
Max and Mocha's litter
Afi B.
Litter update on 03 May •…Now available for Adoption after BUYER changed her mind the day of pick up,TriColored Imperial Shihtzu available FOR ADOPTION NOW;we've been working pad training and she is doing really great so we are now working on the Commands like Sit and give me 5🐾🦁🐩🩷🎀❣❣❣ More pictures and videos she's a Comical😂 Little Girl,that's sure to bring much joy into your home❣❣❣
Max and Mocha's litter
Afi B.
Program update on 03 May •…🦁🐩🐾🎀🩷❣❣ For some reason the original purchaser assumed that she could take this,little cutie home but pay the balance over the next 6months to me;I'm sorry but I've done that before and I never saw the buyer,the puppy,and definetly not my money ever again. This little Lady is a Sweet,Sassy girl that also loves a good nap. She is doing excellent with her Pad Training so good in fact that,we are now working on other commands; like Sit and giving 5🐾 she's a quick learner for sure🦁🐩🐾🩷🎀❣ I can see her completing someone's Family,we offer a $100 discount to a few Professionals,Members of Social Organizations;and to a few Special Individuals proof of Employment,Membership,and a letter from a Therapist or Doctor stating you can benefit from a Fureverfriend🐾 ❣❣ The discount is given to Teachers,Social Workers,and Nurses,we also extend the discount to ALL MEMBERS OF THE DIVINE 9 WHICH INCLUDES BOTH MASONS AND EASTERN STARS;last but certainly not we offer the discount to Individuals With Special Needs especially Autism in honor of my Grandson who has Autism💙🧩 Truffels has a unique mixture of colors as well,she's Blonde,with a mixture of black;with a white diamond and a small patch of white on the very tip of her tail🦁🐩🐾🩷🎀❣❣ Don't let this beauty get away from you,all of our dogs leave with their first shots💉,deworming🪱,a first outfit,and each girl receives a beautiful bow just in case the owner decides to do a top knot ponytail🎀 So whose ready to give our Sweet Little Girl a fureverhome👨👩👧👦🏡❣❣❣ We can be found on both Google and on our Breeders Page on Facbook under our name A Handful Of Love Breeders🦁🐩🐾🩵🩷🎀❣❣
Afi B.
Program update on 01 May •…Due to a sale that fell through where both of my boys 🦁🐩🩵🐾wewere supposed to go this little guy is now available,and is now actively looking for an amazing #furever family;the price has been reduced not to mention we also provide a $100 discount to those that qualify❣❣ We offer the discount to the following social organizations,individuals,and proffesions that qualify for the discount, we offer the discount to all members of the #Divine9Family which includes Eastern Stars and Masons,we also offer the discount to Individuals with Developmental Delays or Autism;lastly the discount is offered to the following Professionals #SocialWorkers,#Teachers,and Nurses we also believe in Honoring our Elders that's looking for a little light in their lives.. I call him Boots the Explorer because he wasn't scared to start exploring other places in my home,he was the first one to follow me into the bathroom and the first one to venture down the hall into the kitchen;he is so smart he has been doing great with his pad training he's so smart that I've been working with him to give 5 and the command to sit. He's a dark brown like his mother's but like his mother's fur it will lighten up over time especially when the fur is cut short,and he gives the best kisses that you'll get and is so playful as you can tell from the video he's no push over either and that's his brother🦁🐩🩵🐾👊🏾👊🏾;you can find us on our Facebook page and Google to see more pictures and videos 🫶🏾🫶🏾❣❣
Afi B.
Litter update on 22 Apr •…Its WWF time they're teething now,and regardless of how many chew toys I've given them they'd rather chew on each other; then the fighting starts I wish I could put them on Draftkings and accept bets🙄🤣🤣🤣❣❣🦁🐩🐾🩵🩵🩷 The 3 Stooges❣❣
Max and Mocha's litter
Afi B.
Program update on 15 Feb 2025 •
Afi B.
Litter update on 31 Jan 2025 •…Our #threestooges are ready for their #fureverhomes,so you if you have been wanting a #boyshihtzu;then we have three cuties for you to choose from🦁🐩🐾🩵😍❣❣
MyCroft and Mercy AHANDFULOFLOVEBREEDERS's litter
Afi B.
Litter update on 21 Jan 2025 •…If a boy is what you seek,we've got🦁🐩🐾🩵🩵🩵 3 handsome cuties for you to choose from;meet our boys "Diver"🏊🏾 our little teacup, "Big MEECH"💪 the big brother,and last but not least 👑"Ty'Chala"❣ These little fellas will be ready for their #fureverhomes on 1/23/25 so save the date❣❣
MyCroft and Mercy AHANDFULOFLOVEBREEDERS's litter
Afi B.
Litter update on 20 Jan 2025 •It's almost time just 3more days and on 1/23/25 these babies will be ready for their #fureverhomes so save the date👑🦁🐩🐾🩵🩵🩵
MyCroft and Mercy AHANDFULOFLOVEBREEDERS's litter
Afi B.
Litter update on 14 Jan 2025 •She's just to stinking CUTE🦁🐩🐾🩷
MyCroft and Mercy AHANDFULOFLOVEBREEDERS's litter
Parent dogs
Mocha, mom
Shih Tzu
About Mocha
Our Mocha the baby of our bunch and she knows that she's the baby, so nobody is supposed to get attention but her;Mocha was easily trained to go to the pad and to give us a high five. This will be Mocha's first litter so we are very excited to see what the puppies look like,and how many puppies she has in the past her siblings and; her mother have had as little as 5 so we'll be waiting to see.. Come back and visit us around the middle of March 2026 see you soon🫶🏾🫶🏾❣❣
Mercy AHANDFULOFLOVEBREEDERS, mom
Shih Tzu
About Mercy AHANDFULOFLOVEBREEDERS
Teacup Tricolor,Red White,Dark Brown.
Myracle, mom
Shih Tzu
About Myracle
She's the sweetest dog I've ever had and very smart, I was able to teach her to give me 5 with both paws at a young age with little effort she loved to learn new things; and absolutely loves to cuddle.
MayMay, mom
Shih Tzu
About MayMay
MayMay is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Afi decided to make her part of their program. Afi 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.
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Afi to bring home their puppies.
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Wanda C.
Verified owner · Sept. 2023
Ahandfuloflove is an awesome breeder. I got my Shih Tzu from her, she asked me what her name was going to be and I told her Destiny. She was almost completely paper trained, and had all her first shots, as well as dewormed. I keep her up to date with Destiny because she took very good care of her. Alfi (the owner of ahandfuloflove) keeps her prices reasonable, and if I ever need another puppy I will definitely go back with her!
