Garcia_shihtzu

Ariel G.

Breeder of Shih Tzus

  • Apple Valley, CA
  • Responds within a day

Available puppies

Sofia

Ready May 8

2 weeks old · Female

Luis G

Ready May 8

2 weeks old · Male

Angel G

Ready May 8

2 weeks old · Male

Bella G

Ready May 8

2 weeks old · Female

Canela g

Ready May 8

2 weeks old · Female

Meet the breeder

I'm Ariel G., the breeder behind Garcia_shihtzu located in Apple Valley, CA. All of our puppies are bred, raised, and loved indoors to produce happy, healthy pets for those seeking the best family companion! Our love for our dogs pushed us to begin breeding. We love to see the results of our efforts in the sweet, happy, and healthy puppies that we’re able to share with others.

Q. & A. with Ariel

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I started helping my uncle 1997and I loved it and then I started doing it and I just love I love the breed Shitzu
  • What makes your program special?

    I breed them with love they are always around my kids and they love giving love to them
  • 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 Ariel

Ariel 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.

Ariel partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 8 weeks old.

Price

Puppy prices include a $550 non-refundable deposit and between $2,350 - $2,950 final payment, before taxes & fees.

"I could’ve just with the budget along is my puppy find a good home. Everything follows through my contract."

Contract & health guarantee

Ariel 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 Ariel 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 Ariel 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
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Registration
      • Toys
      • Food & treats

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Apple Valley, CA

5722 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Ontario Airport

5761 miles away

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Meet in San Diego, CA

5827 miles away

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More about Ariel

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

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

  • Ariel’s links

Ariel is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Garcia_shihtzu 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

Garcia_shihtzu 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.

  • Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)

    Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Ariel to bring home their puppies.

  • VG

    Vendela G.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2025

    Ariel was so great to work with. Our puppy is such a love she is so cuddly and so playful! The perfect combo. We were able to have such a great experiance, I am, forever greatful I found my forever puppy.

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