Canyonside Shih Tzus
- Cottonwood Heights, UT ·
Meet the breeder
I'm Kristen B., the breeder behind Canyonside Shih Tzus located in Cottonwood Heights, UT. We are dedicated to always providing our buyers and our puppies with a positive experience, which includes remaining committed to responsible practices when it comes to breeding, training, and rehoming our puppies.
Q. & A. with Kristen
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include tricolor, black and tan, red, liver and white, and brindle 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.
Poppy
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Kristen
Kristen 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, Kristen partners with them to find the best puppy match.
Price
“Cost includes exams and first vaccinations and deworming by a licensed veterinarian, dew claw removal, microchip, go-home package, and lifetime breeder support. The deposit ensures your choice of puppy once approved for placement.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kristen 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 Kristen 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 Kristen directly.
You’re protected
on 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
- 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
- Microchip
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kristen.
Breeder's location
Meet in Cottonwood Heights, UT
1815 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Salt Lake City Airport
1821 miles away
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Meet in Salt Lake City, UT
1816 miles away
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More about Kristen
Kristen has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years
Kristen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Kristen is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Canyonside 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
Hank, dad
Cocker Spaniel
About Hank
Hank is a male Cocker Spaniel almost 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kristen decided to make him part of their program. Kristen 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.
Uploaded health tests
Full Embark Panel.
Hazel, mom
Cocker Spaniel
About Hazel
Hazel is a female Cocker Spaniel over 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kristen decided to make her part of their program. Kristen 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.
Great health testing
Full Embark Panel, Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Canyonside Shih Tzus 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.
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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).
