Enchanting Shih tzu

Deborah W.

Breeder of Shih Tzus

  • Dexter, KY
  • Responds within a day

Meet the breeder

I'm Deborah W., the breeder behind Enchanting Shih tzu located in Dexter, KY. Puppies come with AKC papers, proof that they are purebreds, raised inside. This sets the foundation for happy and confident puppies that transition well into loving homes, making Dreams come true! one baby at a time. Want a well-bred Shih Tzu? Get an Enchanting Shih Tzu!!

Q. & A. with Deborah

  • Why did you start breeding?

    first started out showing champion bloodlines Aussies and wanted something smaller that my kids could show as well so I researched the healthiest and most kid-friendly breed and the bonus was that they did not shed so we searched and finally got our first baby and we were in love so much that this became the only breed we raised, showed in Akc jr showing, (won lots of ribbons)

  • What makes your program special?

    providing all this love and therapy to deserving homes, my babies do come a tad pre-spoiled.

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

    Our puppies include tricolor, lilac, cream and white, chocolate and tan, chocolate, black, liver, gold, red, gold and white, white, red and white, brindle and white, liver and white, black and white, black gold and white, and brindle. 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 Deborah

Deborah 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 $300 non-refundable deposit and between $1,000 - $1,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“300 holds and does count towards the total. (The only way I can hold) I receive a lot of Applications for the same puppy, and this holds your Pick! Boys 1300 Girls 2,000 All puppies will come with AKC papers (the best registry to know you're getting a purebred puppy). 300(none/refundable holds for you only) and does count towards the total, I have a lot of people after the same puppy but this actually holds your pick.”

Contract & health guarantee

Deborah 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 Deborah 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 Deborah 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
      • 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
      • AKC registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Registration
      • Food & treats
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Initial potty training
      • Toys

Location & pick-up

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

  • Meet in Dexter, KY

    611 miles away · Deborah's location

  • Flexible meeting point

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

  • Meet at BNA airport

    542 miles away near Nashville, TN

  • Meet in Elkton, KY

    549 miles away · Free

  • Meet in Hopkinsville, KY

    566 miles away · Free

  • Meet in Cadiz, KY

    584 miles away · Free

  • Meet in Grand Rivers, KY

    602 miles away · Free

  • Meet in Hardin, KY

    610 miles away · Free

  • Meet in Benton, KY

    611 miles away · Free

  • Meet in Murray, KY

    615 miles away · Free

  • Meet in Paducah, KY

    620 miles away · Free

  • Meet at paducah ky airport airport

    620 miles away

Puppy transport options

Deborah offers options to safely drop-off your new puppy.

More about Deborah

  • Club memberships

    Deborah is a member of akc.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Whelping and Medical Intervention Course Completed (AKC), Puppy Culture Breeder, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..

  • Deborah has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years

    Deborah was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

  • Deborah’s links

Deborah is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Enchanting 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

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Enchanting 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 Deborah to bring home their puppies.

  • Katie M.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2025

    Deborah was an exceptional breeder to work with! She was very responsive to my questions, typically responding within hours. Deborah consistently provided weekly updates, including pictures and videos of our puppy. When we met to take our puppy home, she equipped us with all the necessary resources to ensure a smooth transition for him and addressed all of our questions thoroughly, without making us feel rushed. We were so happy to see that our puppy was well-socialized, potty-mat trained, and overall has a great temperament. We are so grateful to have found her, as she genuinely cares about the well-being of her dogs and dedicates herself fully to their upbringing.

    NANCY O.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2025

      • +4

    I am so glad we found Deborah Wade on “Good Dog”. We knew we wanted another Shih Tzu after having this breed twice before. I was clearly impressed with how much care & love she shares with her pups. Kobe is so smart & such a loving and playful little one. Deborah always returned my texts immediately. Not much time lapsed before receiving a response. She sent pics when I asked her to. You can tell Kobe is well bred. As for Good Dog, I just happened onto their website and was well impressed with them, also. They do a good job of vetting their breeders. You have to be so careful of puppy mills. They took care of the financial end. So easy for me. They even send you a helpful “To Do” list to prepare bringing your puppy home. I had made a couple of calls on pups and could tell they were puppy mills. Not so, with Good Dog. I felt safe and secure going through them. We are very happy with our new fur baby. I highly recommend getting your new puppy from Deborah. She gives them a good new start in life.

    Kelly M.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2025

    Very smooth transaction. Deborah was great to work with and everything went as expected.

  • Donna T.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2025

    It’s been a pleasure working with Deborah to get our sweet Sophie and now our Maisey. We were updated regularly along with the photos were wonderful. The best experience and highly recommend Enchanting Shih Tzu!

    Jodi M.

    Verified owner · May 2025

    We had a fantastic experience with this breeder. From the very beginning, Deborah was incredibly communicative, always quick to respond to our questions and happy to provide updates. She was also extremely knowledgeable about the breed, which gave us a lot of confidence in our decision. What really stood out was her flexibility—scheduling the pick-up was smooth and accommodating to our needs. Overall, we couldn’t be happier and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a responsible and caring breeder.

    Sarah B.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2025

    Adopting Chewie from Enchanted Shih tzu was a great decision. Deborah made the process easy. Chewie is almost 2 years ols now and has grown up to be a beautiful boy with the sweetest personality.

Photos

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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