I'm Kathy D., the breeder behind Kathy Diego's Shih Tzus located in Temple, PA. We work hard to produce healthy, well-rounded puppies that will make others as happy as our dogs have made us! We commit ourselves towards preparing each one of our puppies to thrive in their new homes, and we enjoy working with their new families so that they can raise their beloved companions with confidence!
Q. & A. with Kathy
Why did you start breeding?
I love the breed so much I want to make sure that it stays around
What makes your program special?
I love my puppies
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include liver and white, red and white, and brindle and white. 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.
Chanel pink
Went home
Female
Cash yellow
Went home
Male
Chance pine, green
Went home
Male
Dingo lime green
Went home
Male
Dexter dark blue
Went home
Male
Espresso
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Kathy
Kathy 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 $1,200 - $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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Contract & health guarantee
Kathy 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 Kathy 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 Kathy directly.
Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
Vet check
First round of shots and deworming
Microchip
Vet records
Extras
Basic obedience & manners
Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Registration
Initial potty training
Puppy starter kit
Toys
Food & treats
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kathy.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Temple, PA
125 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Flexible meeting point
Kathy can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Kathy
Club memberships
Kathy is a member of ACA .
Kathy has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years
Kathy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Kathy is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Kathy Diego's 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
Kathy D.
Litter update on 08 Dec. •
Coco
Coco and China's litter
Kathy D.
Litter update on 08 Dec. •
Darcy
Coco and China's litter
Kathy D.
Litter update on 08 Dec. •
Dreamer
Coco and Luna's litter
Kathy D.
Litter update on 08 Dec. •
Coco and Luna's litter
Kathy D.
Litter update on 08 Dec. •
Cooper
Coco and Luna's litter
Kathy D.
Litter update on 01 Dec. •
Darcy
Coco and China's litter
Kathy D.
Litter update on 01 Dec. •
Dezie
Coco and China's litter
Kathy D.
Litter update on 01 Dec. •
Dreamer
Coco and China's litter
Kathy D.
Litter update on 01 Dec. •
Cheri
Coco and Luna's litter
Kathy D.
Litter update on 01 Dec. •
Cooper
Coco and Luna's litter
Parent dogs
Coco, dad
Shih Tzu
About Coco
Coco is a male Shih Tzu almost 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kathy decided to make him part of their program. Kathy 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.
Champ, dad
Shih Tzu
About Champ
Champ is a male Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kathy decided to make him part of their program. Kathy 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.
Dulce, mom
Shih Tzu
About Dulce
Dulce is retired now for almost 4 years. She is the grandmom of all the puppies. She watches, and takes care of all the puppies she loves it.
Estrella, mom
Shih Tzu
About Estrella
She will no longer be having days. Her baby days are over. She is retired. She is going to live out the rest of her life, relaxing taking care of the other babies.
China, mom
Shih Tzu
About China
China is a female Shih Tzu about 2 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kathy decided to make her part of their program. Kathy 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.
Bella, mom
Shih Tzu
About Bella
Bella is a female Shih Tzu almost 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kathy decided to make her part of their program. Kathy 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.
Luna, mom
Shih Tzu
About Luna
Luna is a female Shih Tzu over 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kathy decided to make her part of their program. Kathy 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 Kathy to bring home their puppies.
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Linda L.
Verified owner · Feb. 2024
It was a great experience.. I love my daughter.. I recommend her to my mom who was looking..