I'm Maryellen T., the breeder behind Bluegrass Shih Tzus located in Grayson, KY. I’m a small-scale breeder of adorable Shih Tzu puppies and recently added shihpoo puppies also. I love what I do and try to produce the best puppies for my buyers. My dogs are members of my family, and I give each dog and puppy all the attention and care to be the best family pets.
Q. & A. with Maryellen
Why did you start breeding?
Well kinda by accident, lol. Some of my family loved our dogs and said if we bred them, they wanted a puppy because they loved how sweet and lovable they are. We decided to breed them and we had 2 puppies. After that word of mouth started, and I had more people say they loved our babies and so more people wanted them. This is how it all started. Everyone should have fur babies like this.
What makes your program special?
My puppies get lots of love and family interaction. This isn’t a job, and I don’t do it for money. This is a labor of love for this sweet breed that has so much to give.
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Shihpoo puppies are mini size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Shih Tzu puppies include gold and black gold and white. Shihpoo puppies include merle and black 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.
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Baby boy
Went home
Male
Baby girl
Went home
Female
Baby boy 1
Went home
Male
Baby boy 2
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Maryellen
Maryellen has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Puppy prices include a $250 non-refundable deposit and between $150 - $1,250 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Puppies come with puppy packs and worming and first set of vaccines. Vaccines and worming is done through my veterinarian. Deposit is not refundable but comes off the total due.”
Contract & health guarantee
Maryellen 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 Maryellen 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 Maryellen directly.
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
Initial potty training
Puppy starter kit
Toys
Food & treats
Registration
Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Maryellen.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Grayson, KY
299 miles away
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More about Maryellen
Maryellen has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Maryellen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Maryellen is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Bluegrass Shih Tzus 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
Buddy, dad
Shih Tzu
About Buddy
Buddy is a male Shih Tzu almost 8 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Maryellen decided to make him part of their program. Maryellen 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.
Bella, mom
Shih Tzu
About Bella
Bella is a female Shih Tzu about 7 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Maryellen decided to make her part of their program. Maryellen 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.