I'm Diana C., the breeder behind I Shih Tzu not Puppies of the Gulf Coast located in Mobile, AL. I’m a proud mother of two grown children and a Nana to two beautiful granddaughters. I’m also a small hobby breeder with a deep love for my Shih Tzus. My pups come pre-spoiled because they are my life — I pour my heart into caring for them, ensuring they are healthy, happy, and truly loved from day one.
Q. & A. with Diana
Why did you start breeding?
With a genuine passion for Shih Tzus, we are dedicated to preserving and enhancing this remarkable breed through responsible, thoughtful breeding. Our priority is to produce healthy, well-tempered puppies while promoting high standards and responsible practices, so that the Shih Tzu continues to flourish for many generations to come.
What makes your program special?
We are dedicated to producing exceptional companions. We understand the importance of health, temperament, and structure in every dog, and each of our breeding decisions reflects this commitment.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include tricolor, chocolate and tan, black and tan, chocolate, black, liver, liver 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.
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Diana
Diana 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 non-refundable deposit and between $700 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes the AKC registration, first round of vaccinations, deworming, and puppy socialization. The deposit will reserve your puppy in that litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Diana 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 Diana 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 Diana directly.
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
Initial potty training
Puppy starter kit
AKC registration
Food & treats
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Diana.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Mobile, AL
844 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Pensacola Airport
808 miles away
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Meet in Pensacola, FL
812 miles away
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More about Diana
Diana has been a member of Good Dog for 4 months
Diana was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Diana is a trusted Good Dog breeder
I Shih Tzu not Puppies of the Gulf Coast 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
Lilly, mom
Shih Tzu
About Lilly
Such a sweetheart. Akc liver/chocolate
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
I Shih Tzu not Puppies of the Gulf Coast 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 Diana to bring home their puppies.
Megan M.
Verified owner · Sept. 2025
Diana was great to work with! She was very responsive and was excellent to work with. She knew her dogs personality and knew we would be a good fit. I would work with her again.