Altas Palmas Shih Tzu

Lilliana P.

Breeder of Shih Tzus

  • Kingsville, TX ·
  • Responds within a day
  • 100% recommend •

Available puppies

Ike

Ready Nov. 14

3 weeks old · Male

Itzel

Ready Nov. 14

3 weeks old · Female

Garcia

Ready Nov. 6

5 weeks old · Male

Gavriel

Ready Nov. 6

5 weeks old · Male

Meet the breeder

I'm Lilliana P., the breeder behind Altas Palmas Shih Tzu located in Kingsville, TX. Here at Altas Palmas Shih Tzu, we believe that a responsible and ethical breeder is one that genuinely loves the breed they have chosen to give their life to. We breed to improve their lines and breed standard while still being able to produce healthy, socialized Shih Tzu.

Q. & A. with Lilliana

  • Why did you start breeding?

    My love and fascination for the breed began after I met my first Shih Tzu. I got four Shih Tzu within a month, and never turned back.

  • What makes your program special?

    A veterinary medical professional raising healthy, well-socialized, and gorgeous Shih Tzu!

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

    Our puppies include tricolor, chocolate and tan, black and tan, black, liver, blue, gold, red, red and white, gold and white, black and white, and white. 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 Lilliana

Lilliana 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, Lilliana partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“I feel it’s important to match puppy personality to lifestyle. There are many factors that come into play, and I’ll do my best to ensure you’re paired with the right one for you!”

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit that secures a specific puppy. The remaining $1,500 - $2,500 is due before pickup, plus applicable taxes and fees.
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“They will be current on age-appropriate vaccines, dewormed, and microchipped. They’ll have a health guarantee, spay/neuter contract (if sold limited AKC) and a baggy of toys. Deposits can roll over to another available puppy or litter.”

Contract & health guarantee

Lilliana 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 Lilliana 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 Lilliana 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
      • 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
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Initial potty training
      • Food & treats
      • Toys
      • AKC registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Kingsville, TX

5451 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Dallas Fort Worth Airport

5132 miles away

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Meet in Kansas City, KS

4719 miles away

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More about Lilliana

  • Lilliana has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years

    Lilliana was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

  • Lilliana’s links

Lilliana is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Altas Palmas Shih Tzu 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

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Altas Palmas Shih Tzu 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.

  • 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.

  • Full Embark Panel, DNA Disease Panel

    Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).

Verified owner stories

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

  • Helen C.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2026

    We couldn’t be happier with our experience with Lilly. Finch has the sweetest temperament—he’s affectionate, confident, and has been incredibly easy to settle into our home. From the very beginning, it’s been obvious that he was raised with a lot of care and attention. Lilly was wonderful to work with throughout the entire process. She was responsive, kind, and genuinely invested in making sure her puppies went to great homes. You can tell she truly loves what she does and puts so much thought into raising healthy, well-socialized dogs. We absolutely adore Finch and would recommend Lilly without hesitation to anyone looking for a happy, healthy puppy from a breeder who truly cares.

    janie f.

    Verified owner · July 2026

    What an amazing experience, Lilliana was extremely nice with information and worked with me on my timing…I could not be happier. Puppy is healthy and beautiful

  • Jasmine W.

    Verified owner · July 2026

    I am so in love with my new baby girl Cali ❤️ the adoption process for Fern (now Cali) was super easy and Liliana was amazing at communicating. Thank you so much for helping bring so much joy into my home

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.