Bowden Farm

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Donna B.

Breeder of Shih Tzus

  • El Dorado, AR

Meet the breeder

I'm Donna B., the breeder behind Bowden Farm located in El Dorado, AR. The shih-tzu breed changed my life! Losing my home and health to mold, we bought a new home. Depression losing everything I turned to a beautiful baby girl I found on line..My Millie! I had never owned a shih-tzu until Millie. She turned my sadness into joy with the first kiss. Now I want to do that for others! And Millie agreed.

Q. & A. with Donna

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I met my Millie and my life changed. She is my everything. And now her sister Chloe' and her brothers! My husband says these are our kiddos. Lol

  • What makes your program special?

    I work very hard with each baby to get the started pad training. They have me all day everyday! Im a stay at home pup mom♡ We can schedule a day and time to video with the pup you coose!

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

    Our puppies include cream and white, chocolate and tan, chocolate, black and tan, white, 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.

Getting a puppy from Donna

Donna 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.

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 $200 non-refundable deposit and between $800 - $1,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Girls are 1200 Boys 1000. The deposit holds your puppy.”

Contract & health guarantee

Donna 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 Donna 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 Donna 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
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
    • Extras
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Initial potty training

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in El Dorado, AR

Other pick-up locations

Flexible meeting point

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

More about Donna

  • Donna has been a member of Good Dog for 5 months

    Donna was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.

  • Donna’s links

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Donna is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Bowden Farm 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

Bowden Farm 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.

  • Vet Wellness Exam

    A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.

Verified owner stories

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

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    Connie S.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2026

    Donna Bowden and her husband Chris were wonderful to work with all through the process of getting my Shih-Tzu , Mia. They took excellent care of the entire litter of five puppies. Mia was so sweet and socialized and healthy from the first day I saw her. They went way beyond the requirements, and delivered my puppy to me from Arkansas to Louisianna. I highly recommend them. They have extreme love and excellent care for the Shih-Tzu breed. They show pictures of the mother and father and produce the best of the purebred qualities. Thanks to Donna and Chris Bowden for the excellent job. Connie Scarpelli

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