I'm Debbie R., the breeder behind Fancy Paws Shorkies & Shih Tzus located in Mays Landing, NJ. I offer top-quality Shih Tzu & Shorkie puppies for families who share the same love and passion that I do. I want to make the transition from my home to yours as easy as possible by giving personal attention to each little pup to ensure it is well-rounded and prepared to excel in its forever home.
Q. & A. with Debbie
Why did you start breeding?
I started my journey into breeding after my brother fell in love with my own Shorkie and wanted one of his own. I loved the experience so much, it has become a passion and hobby of mine to help spread love and joy through breeding. I am not a backyard breeder. I take full responsibility of all puppies being born into my home.
What makes your program special?
My pups are kept in a clean environment and well-taken care of. My new puppy owners are encouraged to visit their pups as much as possible! They are provided with videos and pictures throughout the growth of their puppy. My puppies leave with a clean bill of health and a large goodie basket. I am always available to my puppy owners for any kind of help they would need. All my puppy owners become my extended family.
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 1
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl
Went home
Female
Girl
Went home
Female
Boy
Went home
Male
Girl
Went home
Male
Boy
Went home
Female
Boy
Went home
Female
Chandler -orange collar
Went home
Male
Shelby - pink collar
Went home
Female
Quinn - purple collar
Went home
Female
Dixie mom
Went home
Female
Frankie James - blue collar
Went home
Male
Noah - green collar
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Debbie
Debbie 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 between $1,100 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“This includes contract, first vaccination, deworming, pee pad trained, and socialization, one year guarantee the health of pup, 1st puppy grooming. Large gift basket.
Registered Shih Tzu’s are the higher price. All of my Shorkie puppies are the same price regardless of color or sex. Registered Shih Tzus are more. The deposit gives you a choice of puppy.
Deposits are only refundable due to a hardship.”
Contract & health guarantee
Debbie 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 Debbie 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 Debbie directly.
Fancy Paws Shorkies & 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
Debbie R.
Litter update on 20 June •
Finley and Stormi's litter
Parent dogs
All breeds
Shorkie
Shih Tzu
Yorkshire Terrier
Toby, dad
Shorkie
About Toby
Toby is a male Shorkie. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Debbie decided to make him part of their program. Debbie 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.
Dixie, mom
Shih Tzu
About Dixie
Dixie is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Debbie decided to make her part of their program. Debbie 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.
Stormi, mom
Shih Tzu
About Stormi
Stormi is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Debbie decided to make her part of their program. Debbie 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.
Finley, dad
Shih Tzu
About Finley
Finley is a male Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Debbie decided to make him part of their program. Debbie 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.
Ollie, dad
Shih Tzu
About Ollie
Ollie is a male Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Debbie decided to make him part of their program. Debbie 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.
Shelby, mom
Shorkie
About Shelby
Shelby is a female Shorkie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Debbie decided to make her part of their program. Debbie 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.
Misty, mom
Shorkie
About Misty
Misty is a female Shorkie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Debbie decided to make her part of their program. Debbie 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.
Lacey, mom
Shih Tzu
About Lacey
Lacey is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Debbie decided to make her part of their program. Debbie 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.
Bailey, dad
Yorkshire Terrier
About Bailey
Bailey is a male Yorkshire Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Debbie decided to make him part of their program. Debbie 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.
Chloe, mom
Shorkie
About Chloe
Chloe is a female Shorkie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Debbie decided to make her part of their program. Debbie 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.
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Debbie to bring home their puppies.
Eileen H.
Verified owner · Oct. 2025
Debbie was so helpful with me when I adopted my little Bella. I have not had a pet for about 10 years and she gave me information that made me feel I made the right decision getting a new puppy. Bella has been a lot to have in my life! Debbie was and still is available with any questions I may have and I keep her informed on Bella’s progress. I am happy I found Fancy Paws!
Kristen J.
Verified owner · Sept. 2025
Debbie was a perfect match breeder for me. She was super responsive and I honestly felt an emotional connection to her and our newest baby. We are absolutely in love with red collar tater tot - now named Calvin. He’s settling in so nicely and just full of love. I can tell that the puppies were used to humans and connected to us really quick. This speaks to the love and time she spent with each puppy as they began their life - very crucial for a puppy to thrive in a home after separation from siblings and mom. Her documentation of the puppies made our first visit with a vet smooth. I feel a personal connection with Debbie and her puppies. Calvin was Meant to be.
Lila W.
Verified owner · Sept. 2025
+4
Fantastic we are absolutely in love with our perfect little angle fur baby we couldn't have dreamed up a better breeder than Debbie she truly loves all the dogs she had and breeds. They are happy very healthy socialized sweet little fur babies ready for a loving home.
Judy V.
Verified owner · Sept. 2025
Debbie was so kind and helpful with all our questions! We picked him up on September 14! Bentley is doing great at his forever home! We are all in love!
He is very playful and loving!!
We are very happy and blessed to have come across Debbie’s page!
Jasmine M.
Verified owner · Sept. 2025
+6
Debbie was so kind and knowledgeable about shorkies and she helped guide me through this whole process of owning a puppy and most of all she made this whole experience exciting and wonderful. Kira also made this experience wonderful she kept me updated the whole travel when bringing Litto to Washington. Litto is an angel and is so well behaved for his age. He has opened up so much in just one day of having him. Thank you Debbie and Kira! You made this experience wonderful and I’m so blessed to have Litto!
Ed B.
Verified owner · Sept. 2025
Debbie was great!! Her family is also great! We were able to visit Teddy a few times as we waited for him to be able to come home. Debbie kept us updated with photos and videos as well as the visits. Teddy came home with a basket full of everything you need to take care of Teddy! Food, toys, harness, leash, treats, blanket, more toys and a great puppy book to keep track of him growing up. Thank you Debbie! We absolutely love Teddy!