Happy Shih Tzu Homes

Amanda H.

Breeder of Shih Tzus

  • Normal, IL
  • Responds within an hour

Meet the breeder

I'm Amanda H., the breeder behind Happy Shih Tzu Homes located in Normal, IL. We are specialized breeders, focused solely on Shih Tzus. We are an in-home breeding program. All of our babies stay at home with us. They live, eat and sleep with us. We believe every baby that we help bring into this world is a part of our family and is treated as such.

Q. & A. with Amanda

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We got into breeding because we love the Shih Tzu breed. Each baby is so different and their colors and personalities can range so much, however, they all keep their sweet dispositions. This quality made us fall in love with the Shih Tzu breed and want to provide loving pets for others so they could experience the same joy that we do everyday.

  • What makes your program special?

    Our program is special and stands out because we believe every baby that we help bring into this world is a part of our family. Therefore, we offer forever rehoming for any of our puppies. This means if you ever get to a point where you are thinking of giving one of our babies to a shelter, we ask that you reach out to us. We will take the baby back and find a new loving home for them. We aren’t in the breeding business to make money, we are in the business to provide quality loving pets.

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

    Our puppies include black, liver, gold, liver and white, gold and white, brindle and white, black 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 Amanda

Amanda has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Amanda partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“We take great care in matching our babies with the perfect home. We screen each applicant to determine if they are the right fit for our program. ”

Price

Puppy prices include a $300 non-refundable deposit and between $1,700 - $2,400 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“This price include a health guarantee, AKC papers, first round of shots and deworming and socialization of puppies with Adults, children, elderly adults and other dogs. Puppies pricing ranges based on color, sex and limited or full AKC paperwork.”

Contract & health guarantee

Amanda 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 Amanda 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 Amanda directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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
      • Scent introduction
      • 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
      • Toys
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Initial potty training
      • Food & treats
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Normal, IL

618 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Central Illinois Airport at Bloomington-Normal

615 miles away

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Flexible meeting point

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

More about Amanda

  • Amanda has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years

    Amanda was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

Amanda is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Happy Shih Tzu Homes 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

Parent dogs

Verified owner stories

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

  • Robin L.

    Verified owner · July 2026

    Amanda was wonderful to work with. I had no problem working with her on getting our newest member of the family, Parsley aka Pepper. She has definitely filled our hearts with love and laughter. I lost my little girl just weeks prior to finding Amanda on this site and was battling on whether I wanted another dog so soon. But Parsley caught my eye and I could not stop thinking about her. She has helped our family heal and gained a big brother who is slowly warming up to her. We just love her so much and it was the best decision we made. Thank you Amanda for the loving care and support you provided to these precious puppies.

    Sarah R.

    Verified owner · July 2026

    We loved working with Amanda to bring home our sweet Fiona! Amanda always answered all my questions in a super timely fashion. She sent weekly photos and updates, which were wonderful. It’s always scary to put blind trust in a website, but Amanda was great to work with. Our adorable Fiona is so smart and full of personality. We are so happy with our puppy from Happy ShihTzu Homes! Highly recommend ! 🐶🐾

    Hollie E.

    Verified owner · July 2026

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    Amanda was wonderful to work with. She sent regular updates on our puppy, Leo. She responded to all of our questions promptly. I would definitely recommend Amanda to anyone wanting a Shih Tzu.

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    Laura L.

    Verified owner · July 2026

    Amanda was very easy to work with. She was quick to respond to questions and knowledgeable about the breed. Our little Pippin is sweet and already knows his name from Amanda using it.

    Melissa E.

    Verified owner · July 2026

    I can’t say enough about how amazing Amanda is to work with when getting a puppy from her. She responded quickly to my many questions. Amanda sent weekly pictures, so that we could see our sweet Hazel growing. She was also very flexible on the pickup date, as we were out of the country on the date, Hazel was ready to go. We drove almost 6 hours to get our puppy and it was worth every minute. Amanda sent us home with supplies and plenty of puppy pads for the long ride home. Hazel was great in the car, despite what I am sure was stressful for her. She adjusted well to her new surroundings and we couldn’t be happier with her. I highly recommend!

    Rebecca L.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2025

    Amanda made this process so great for us. She sent pictures weekly and kept us updated. As first time pet parents, it was a relief to have Amanda’s help with our questions. We love our puppy so much. Cookie is a happy, healthy girl and we are so thankful for her! Highly recommend ❤️

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