Bows and Bow Ties
Available puppies
Brody
9 weeks old · Male
Brady
9 weeks old · Male
Meet the breeder
I'm Phyllis T., the breeder behind Bows and Bow Ties located in Tallahassee, FL. Our dogs are bred with health in mind and temperaments as a priority. Our parents take vitamins and have a healthy diet. We socialize our puppies with people of all stages of life and we play with them with learning toys. They are happy healthy puppies.
Q. & A. with Phyllis
Why did you start breeding?
I love dogs and researched breeds that I liked. I have had Shih Tzu's for years.What makes your program special?
The individual love and care I give to each dog and puppy.What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Poodle puppies are toy size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Shih Tzu puppies include chocolate and tan, chocolate, tricolor, black, liver, gold, red, black gold and white, red and white, black white and silver, gold and white, and black and white. Poodle puppies include sable, apricot, black, blue, brown, cafe au lait, cream, red, and phantom. 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.
Lennox
Went homeMale
Landon
Went homeMale
Leighton
Went homeFemale
Lawson
Went homeMale
Landry
Went homeFemale
Lyndee
Went homeFemale
London
Went homeFemale
Chelsea
Went homeFemale
Chevy
Went homeMale
Chip
Went homeMale
Chett
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Cherish
Went homeFemale
Jewel
Went homeFemale
Jovi
Went homeMale
Jolie
Went homeFemale
Jinzie
Went homeFemale
Karney
Went homeMale
Karis
Went homeFemale
Keeley
Went homeFemale
Keaton and Ryder
Went homeMale
Kenzie
Went homeFemale
Keagan
Went homeFemale
Kelsey
Went homeFemale
Parker
Went homeMale
Pollie
Went homeFemale
Patches
Went homeMale
Posey
Went homeFemale
Jagger
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Sydney
Went homeFemale
Krammer
Went homeMale
DeNiro
Went homeMale
Stallone
Went homeMale
Tatum
Went homeFemale
Cassidy
Went homeFemale
Farrow
Went homeFemale
Redford
Went homeMale
Hoffman
Went homeMale
Boy 6
Went homeMale
Pacino
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Brando
Went homeMale
Tyson
Went homeMale
Ringo
Went homeMale
Dolly
Went homeFemale
Liza
Went homeFemale
Tillie
Went homeFemale
Cash
Went homeMale
Nelson
Went homeMale
Newman
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Phyllis
Phyllis 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, Phyllis partners with them to find the best puppy match.
“After application I like to speak to the caretaker of the puppy”
Price
“500 down, balance at pick up. Non refundable.”
Contract & health guarantee
Phyllis 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 Phyllis 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 Phyllis 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
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- 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
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Registration
- Basic obedience & manners
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Phyllis.
Breeder's location
Meet in Tallahassee, FL
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Tallahassee Airport
Meet in Lake City, FL
More about Phyllis
Phyllis has been a member of Good Dog for almost 2 years
Phyllis was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Phyllis is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Bows and Bow Ties 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
Bixby, dad
Shih Tzu
About Bixby
Bixby is a black and cream dobie colored ShihTzu. He is gentle and loving. He is an amazing pet.
Kirby, mom
Shih Tzu
About Kirby
Kirby is one of the most gentle, loving happy dogs I have ever met. She is beautiful and elegant looking. She is all black. Kirby is a wonderful mama.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Bows and Bow Ties 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.
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 Phyllis to bring home their puppies.
Stefanie H.
Verified owner · Oct. 2025
Phyllis was great! We first communicated through text and then we had a conversation over the phone. She was easy to talk with and answered all my questions. I adopted Sinclair and she is adorable. Very healthy and full of energy and love. I recommend Phyllis and I would adopt from her again.
SRSally R.
Verified owner · Aug. 2025
I really enjoyed working with Phyllis. We had several lengthy conversations in which she answered all my questions thoroughly; I visited Grace a couple of times and she kept her a week longer because I had a trip planned. She is so knowledgeable, but most important, she really loves and takes good care of her dogs and pups. My little Grace really loves, loves, loves everyone and is so much fun. I’ve never had a pup that is so easy to raise and train. She stole everyone’s heart at the vets office because her tail never stopped wagging, even after she got her shots. I highly recommend Phyllis and her pups!
Luciana N.
Verified owner · May 2025
Phyllis was always caring and we weekly FaceTimed for me to see my puppy. Maple is very healthy, playful and well behaved for a puppy so young. She came home knowing how to use the mat. Some accidents, obviously, but very impressive. We loooooooove her! She’s the joy of the house! She’s with me all the time, she’s all affection. Thanks Phyllis
Bill G.
Verified owner · Aug. 2025
I love my puppy. While genetics inevitably play a role, raising a puppy in a loving environment by a breeder who obviously knows what she's doing is equally important. I enthusiastically recommend Phyliis to anyone looking for a Shia Tze puppy.
Rachel M.
Verified owner · June 2025
+4The whole experience was wonderful and I love our new puppy
Yolanda D.
Verified owner · May 2025
I found our Mia within a few days of her birth on good dog. I emailed Phyllis the breeder right away. I had been looking specifically for a shih tzu for a long time. I was scammed on another sight that was not reputable. So if you think it’s too good to be true , it is. That didn’t stop me from looking but it changed how and what I was looking for in a breeder . Phyllis is the real deal . Phyllis would actually facetime me weekly so my husband and I could see Mia’s progress. I want to publically thank Phyllis for making this whole process so much easier. She also went above and beyond and kept her 3 extra weeks while my husband and I were vacationing which was planned for a long time. Bottom line is trust and quality when purchasing these precious creatures that will be in your home for a long beautiful life. Yolanda and Kelley from Cocoa Beach Fl
