Kissyface Shih Tzu

Katherine M.

Breeder of Shih Tzus

  • Salisbury, NC
  • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

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.

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, 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.

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.

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
      • 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
      • Initial potty training
      • Registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Toys
      • Food & treats

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Salisbury, NC

285 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Flexible meeting point

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

More about Katherine

  • Katherine has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 years

    Katherine was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.

  • Katherine’s links

Katherine is a trusted Good Dog breeder

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

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).

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