I'm Katherine M., the breeder behind Kissyface Shih Tzu located in Salisbury, NC. We’re devoted to ensuring there are healthy puppies for others to enjoy and we do so by responsibly growing this incredible breed. The loyalty and loving disposition of this breed are simply the best! We put a great deal of effort into raising our litters to ensure our puppy families will have the best experience raising their new family members.
Q. & A. with Katherine
What makes your program special?
Unlike most Shih tzu breeders I DNA test all my breeders to ensure I make the most informed decisions on breeding puppies. Health is my top priority.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include tricolor, chocolate and tan, chocolate, black and tan, black, liver, blue, gold, red, red and white, liver and white, blue and white, black and white, and brindle. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Lil Pup
Went home
Male
Puddy2
Went home
Male
PomPom
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Pippy
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Katherine
Katherine 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 $200 non-refundable deposit and between $700 - $1,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes vet exam, vaccines, wormings, Playpen, bed, toys, food, blankets, CKC papers, pedigrees, health guarantee.”
Contract & health guarantee
Katherine 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 Katherine 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 Katherine directly.
Kissyface Shih Tzu 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
Ginger, mom
Shih Tzu
About Ginger
Ginger is a precious little princess, who loves snuggling by the fire and chewing on her soft toys. She also loves wadding in her kiddie pool and rides on the golf cart. She has the sweetest calmest personality.
Lilly, mom
Shih Tzu
About Lilly
Lilly is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Katherine decided to make her part of their program. Katherine 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.
Jack, dad
Shih Tzu
About Jack
Jack is a male Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Katherine decided to make him part of their program. Katherine 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.
Brownie, mom
Shih Tzu
About Brownie
Brownie is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Katherine decided to make her part of their program. Katherine 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.
Puddin, mom
Shih Tzu
About Puddin
Sweet Little Puddin is such the princess. She loves anyone and every animal she meets, her best friend is a Ragdoll cat, you see in her picture. She never barks, and gives the sad eyes to get extra love and treats.
Lucy, mom
Shih Tzu
About Lucy
Lucy is a wonderful girl, who loves being on my lap and is a great mother to her babies, she also loves going on golf cart rides
Pete, dad
Shih Tzu
About Pete
Outgoing Pete loves everyone, he's just a happy go lucky boy, he's a sweetheart with a calm personality
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Kissyface Shih Tzu 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).