I'm Denise R., the breeder behind Denise's Shih Tzus located in Chattanooga, TN. I have over 30 years experience with the Shih Tzu breed. The only breed I would ever have. Our dogs are bred for health and temperament along with a love for our family members and with a focus on conformation, intelligence and the most loving temperament. We are dedicated to providing our families with wonderful, healthy, family members. Also Riley and Otis both have AKC Champion blood lines.
Q. & A. with Denise
Why did you start breeding?
I have breed in the past with another Shih Tzu and had great success. My Zoe was a moma of 5 heahlty babies. We screened the all applicants for the life time care of these babies. All were placed and love until the end.
What makes your program special?
Riley and Otis both have AKC Champion blood lines. We not only breeding, we are also loving these babies. They will be my main focus till they meet you. I will make sure they will be socialize, vet checked and most of all loved. When they are able to touch grass they will be taken out side as we have a large fenced in back yard.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are black. 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.
Ted E Bear
Went home
Male
Woody
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Denise
Denise 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 $500 deposit and $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes: the guarantee, AKC registration, first round of shots, deworming, puppy socialization, go to new home swag bag with lots of goodies
Males: come with AKC registration papers. (with or without breeding rights). The deposit will hold your puppy.
**Deposits are non-refundable.**.”
Contract & health guarantee
Denise 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 Denise 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 Denise directly.
Denise's 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
Litter and program updates
Denise R.
Program update on 11 Aug. •
Look how smart I am. I learned the doggie door. Also my potty training is going exceptional well!!!!
Denise R.
Program update on 11 Aug. •
Daddy and Ted R Bear playing
Denise R.
Program update on 11 Aug. •
Waking up from my morning nap.
Denise R.
Program update on 10 Aug. •
“Caution: Cuteness overload!
This isn’t just a puppy… it’s a living masterpiece waiting for his forever home.”
Denise R.
Program update on 10 Aug. •
I am so sinking cute 🥰
Denise R.
Litter update on 09 Aug. •
I’m 7 weeks old today and loving life.
Otis and Riley's litter
Denise R.
Program update on 08 Aug. •
Last weekend for all Riley and Otis’ babies to be together. Still have Ted E Bear anticipating his forever home 🐻.
Denise R.
Litter update on 08 Aug. •
Let me be your Ted E Bear
Otis and Riley's litter
Denise R.
Program update on 07 Aug. •
Denise R.
Program update on 07 Aug. •
He’s our last puppy, with his unique coloring and his adorable little black face, and don’t forget about each of his paws dipped in white. Absolutely gorgeous- Of course he is — a cuddly little teddy bear through and through! 🐾💤 Shih Tzus are such sweet companions, and with a name like Ted E Bear, he is destined to be a lap warmer.
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Parent dogs
Otis, dad
Shih Tzu
About Otis
Otis Milo Silas, he is the most entertaining dog I have ever had. He is full of energy and Loves, Loves laying in your lap on his back so you can rub him. His personality is the best. Never meets a stranger. And - of course - if someone comes over, he is sure they are there just to see him.
Riley, mom
Shih Tzu
About Riley
Mrs. Riley, I cannot use enough adjectives to describe how marvelous, precious, wonderful, magnificent this girl is!! From the 1st day I picked her up, I knew she was going to be a special dog. From day one, she took to crate training; she was fully potty trained by 4 months old. She is an amazing mother that is very attentive to her puppies.
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Denise to bring home their puppies.
Kyle M.
Verified owner · Aug. 2025
The experience with Denise was top-notch, from start to finish. As this was our first time working with a breeder, we had a host of questions, and she answered them all quickly and thoroughly. Once we picked a puppy, we received photos and videos regularly leading up to our gotcha day! Our male Shih Tzu is a delight—we got him at 8 weeks and could tell how loved he was. We would highly recommend working with Denise!
Hallie E.
Verified owner · Aug. 2025
Denise was WONDERFUL to work with! I asked a lot of questions and she answered every one of them quickly and thoroughly. Denise LOVES her dogs/puppies so so much. She only wants the very BEST for them and you can tell. I had a lovely, memorable, heartfelt experience adopting Bear🐻 from Denise!!