Arizona Shih Tzu

Jeri R.

Breeder of Shih Tzus

  • Surprise, AZ ·
  • Responds within a day
  • 100% recommend •

Meet the breeder

I'm Jeri R., the breeder behind Arizona Shih Tzu located in Surprise, AZ. We have raised Shih Tzu puppies in our home for over 25 years. They are an amazing breed that are our loving lap puppies! We work in our home and this allows one of us to be with our dogs and puppies 24-7! Some of our dogs are Champion sired, many have Champion lines, some do not, although they all have sweet dispositions!

Q. & A. with Jeri

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I was given an amazing Shih Tzu named Cami as a gift and when she passed away I was so full of grief I didn't ever want another dog. My husband really knew me better than myself and brought me home a new girl named Chloe. Then we got her Keno and thought we would just have one litter and fell in love with the whole process. I learned so much since then well over 27 years ago.

  • What makes your program special?

    Providing healthy happy puppies to families. We have Champion sired dogs and have shown our dogs so their confirmation is excellent and have exceptional baby doll faces with sweet loving playful temperaments. We are testing with Embark which is a wonderful tool in matching our Mamas and Sires together.

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

    Our puppies include tricolor, cream and white, chocolate, black, liver, gold, red, silver, white, silver and white, liver and white, silver gold and white, gold and white, red 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 Jeri

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

“We take great care in placing each of our puppies to approved families. Our puppies only go to their new forever homes once they have their vet exam, first vaccinations from the vet and at least two pounds and eating well on it's own. At nine up to sixteen weeks old.”

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit that secures a specific puppy. The remaining $1,450 - $2,150 is due at pickup, before taxes & fees.
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“Our male puppies prices start at $1950. our female puppies prices start at $2450. up to $2650. for both male and female puppies to pet homes and price depends on pedigree, color, confirmation, male or female and size.  Rare colors and tiny size are more often at the higher end of the price. We except deposits only once you choose a puppy to be part of your family, please be sure you want the puppy the deposits are non refundable. In case you do place a deposit for an available puppy you've chosen, please be sure you want a puppy, your deposit is non refundable. Our reason for saying this... we've dealt with families in the past that sent a deposit only to later not have the balance.  This is not fair to other families searching for a new family member, who would be turned away.”

Contract & health guarantee

Jeri 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 Jeri 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 Jeri 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
      • Food & treats
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Initial potty training

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Surprise, AZ

5619 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport

5623 miles away

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Flexible meeting point

Jeri can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Jeri

  • Club memberships

    Jeri is a member of American Shih Tzu Club.

  • Jeri has been a member of Good Dog for over 6 years

    Jeri was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

  • Jeri’s links

Jeri is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Arizona 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

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Arizona 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.

  • Full Embark Panel, DNA Profile

    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 Jeri to bring home their puppies.

  • FZ

    Faith Z.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2026

    Jeri was great! Went above and beyond expectations. Very responsive to all of my questions. Provided knowledgeable and helpful tips and information on puppy care, what resources and products she uses, and provided a care package for Preston (aka Prescott) upon delivery. The result is a very happy, healthy, curious, smart and loving addition to our family. He brought joy to our home after the sadness of losing our dog of 12 years. Thank you, Jeri!

  • Christine O.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2026

    Jeri was a wonderful breeder to work with. She was very responsive to messages, responding quickly. She cares about the little pups and wants to make sure they are going to a good home. I would highly recommend her, and thank her for entrusting two little ones to my care.

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