I'm Sharon H., the breeder behind Dainty and Darling Shih Tzu located in Norris City, IL. Our dogs are bred to have top qualities that all families want in their puppies, such as compassion, patience, and love! We are a small enough program that we are able to thoroughly focus on each individual dog and puppy and their needs. We take pride in the time and dedication we give to every litter.
Q. & A. with Sharon
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 3
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Sharon
Sharon 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
Connect with Sharon to learn more details about pricing.
Contract & health guarantee
Sharon 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 Sharon 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 Sharon 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
AKC registration
Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Registration
Initial potty training
Toys
Food & treats
Basic obedience & manners
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Sharon.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Norris City, IL
591 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet in Nashville, TN
547 miles away
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More about Sharon
Sharon has been a member of Good Dog for almost 2 years
Sharon was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
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Sharon is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Dainty and Darling 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
Litter and program updates
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Sharon H.
Program update on 24 July •
The boys are all eating well, playing and using the pee pad. All are on target to go home before too long
Parent dogs
Charles, dad
Shih Tzu
About Charles
Charles is AKC registered, He's our newest stud at 1 year old weighing in at 9.5 pounds, He is sweet and gentle natured and gives the best hugs.
Ava, mom
Shih Tzu
About Ava
Ava is a sweet natured, loving lap dog. Her favorite thing to do is sit on laps. And occasionally play with friends. She is eager to please and loves to be told she's a good girl.
Dani, mom
Shih Tzu
About Dani
Dani is a very sweet and loving girl. She loves playing with her sister. She has a beautiful thick coat and beautiful flat face.
Mia, mom
Shih Tzu
About Mia
Mia is very sweet and loving. She's well behaved very friendly with everyone.
Bailey, mom
Shih Tzu
About Bailey
Bailey is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sharon decided to make her part of their program. Sharon 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.
Winnie, mom
Shih Tzu
About Winnie
Winnie is very sweet and loving. She loves to play with other dogs and her toys. She loves the outdoors. She loves everyone but likes to sit like a fur stole on her mom's neck! She is very eager to please.
Didi, mom
Shih Tzu
About Didi
Didi is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sharon decided to make her part of their program. Sharon 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.
Keri, mom
Shih Tzu
About Keri
Keri is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sharon decided to make her part of their program. Sharon 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.
Ruby, mom
Shih Tzu
About Ruby
Ruby is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sharon decided to make her part of their program. Sharon 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.
Ruby2, mom
Shih Tzu
About Ruby2
Ruby2 is a female Shih Tzu over 1 year old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sharon decided to make her part of their program. Sharon 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.
Josie, mom
Shih Tzu
About Josie
Josie is a female Shih Tzu almost 2 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sharon decided to make her part of their program. Sharon 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.
Teddy Bear, dad
Shih Tzu
About Teddy Bear
Teddy Bear is a male Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Sharon decided to make him part of their program. Sharon 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.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Dainty and Darling 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.
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 Sharon to bring home their puppies.
Claycie G.
Verified owner · Aug. 2025
Our experience with Sharon was fantastic! She was very responsive and helpful with answering any questions and sharing updates about our future pup. She was super flexible with pick up options when it came time to bring our little guy home! Our puppy was super well socialized and has adapted amazingly well to our home, family, and other dog. Highly recommend Dainty and Darling Shih Tzu!
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Larvetta A.
Verified owner · June 2025
Sharon made my puppy adoption process easy and enjoyable. She promptly responded to my emails and sent pictures and videos of my little one. She even delivered my puppy to me. I can tell she really cares about her puppies. He was even pad potty trained. My puppy is a very happy and playful pup.
Shelley K.
Verified owner · July 2025
We are so happy to have little Ruby Jane! She loves her older sister Pepper! They love each other so much and play together so well. She is a perfect companion and addition to our family. Sharon was so great to work with and has quality healthy baby puppies.
Gloria F.
Verified owner · Jan. 2025
First of all, Sharon was awesome to deal with, we told her what we was looking for, an no time at all we had a face to face set up to see what male Shih-tzu puppies she had.The second .ale puppy she showed us was the one we now call Dodger, he's a Tri-color male, we couldn't wait to get him. She stayed in touch, an each time I'd email her about Dodger she answered back in a very short time an with video, an pictures of Dodger. We couldn't be happier with Dodger, he's very smart for so young, an knows his name, an he knows our voices when we call him.....This is more of a therapy dog for my brother, but also a loving per for both of us...We knew how Shih-tzu are we've had one before, an he broke our hearts when he passed away, so we knew exactly what kind of puppy we was looking for....So vey happy to have found Sharon!!!!....Thanks Sharon!!