Lala's All Star Shih Tzu

Steven P.

Breeder of Shih Tzus

  • Yelm, WA ·
  • Responds within a day

Available puppies

Sasha

Ready now

11 weeks old · Female

Meet the breeder

I'm Steven P., the breeder behind Lala's All Star Shih Tzu located in Yelm, WA. We are a small in-home breeder specializing in AKC Shih Tzus. We're committed to raising happy, healthy puppies with love and care. We focus on quality, early socialization, and lifelong support for families. Each pup is raised in a nurturing home environment to become the perfect companion.

Q. & A. with Steven

  • Why did you start breeding?

    After falling in love with our first Shih Tzu, we knew we wanted to share that joy with others. We started our small program to raise puppies who are healthy, happy, and deeply loved from the very start. We’ve never looked back—these little dogs changed our lives and now brighten others'.

  • What makes your program special?

    We raise small standard-size AKC Shih Tzus in our home with a focus on health, temperament, and lifelong companionship. Our puppies receive early socialization, one-on-one care, and are truly part of the family. We believe in doing things the right way—with love, purpose, and integrity.

  • 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 Steven

Steven 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.

Steven partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape.

“We typically begin matching puppies with their families around 3–4 weeks of age, once we have a better idea of each puppy’s size, markings, and overall development. In some cases, families may choose earlier, especially when there are specific preferences or when puppies are already spoken for. We take great care to ensure each puppy is placed with the right family and keep families updated throughout the process. 🐾💜”

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $2,000 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes health guarantee, age-appropriate vaccination, routine deworming, microchip and registration.”

Contract & health guarantee

Steven 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 Steven 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 Steven 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
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • AKC registration
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Food & treats
      • Toys
      • Initial potty training
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Yelm, WA

2311 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Seattle–Tacoma Airport

2296 miles away

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Meet in Seattle, WA

2297 miles away

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More about Steven

  • Club memberships

    Steven is a member of American Shih Tzu Club.

  • Steven has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year

    Steven was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.

  • Steven’s links

Steven is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Lala's All Star 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Lala's All Star 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.

  • Full Embark 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 Steven to bring home their puppies.

  • Deborah R.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2026

    Thank you "Lala's All Star ShihTzus " owners Steven and Elana. You were so kind, patient and very well rounded with their professionalism making it easy to communicate back and forth while I was trying to make my decision. Your timely responses and open discussions were so helpful. I am so appreciative for both and the privilege of purchasing from a breeder who demonstrates their love towards their furbabies and furbabies who reciprocated that same love. Also, the easement in the whole process using the Good Dog App for both the seller and adopter was great. Will be both using both again. The flexibility to be able to ask Good Dog questions at any time as well as with Lala's All Star Shih Tzu. I highly recommend both. Thank you for Koko Chanel, she's one of the greatest blessing to us. Adorable, funny and such a good fit. Thank you both! Deb & Tim

    Pam P.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2025

    Steven and Elana were wonderful to work with in adopting our puppies. There were frequent updates with photos as they grew. And , when the day arrived to get the puppies, I enjoyed meeting the other puppies and their new families. Also, questions and inquiries were answered in a timely manner. My puppies are doing great and I could not be happier with them.

    Laura M.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2025

    We are so happy with our new pup "Tate"! He is everything I was hoping for! He's sweet, well socialized, loves the car and gets a long well with our other fur babies. Steven and Elana responded quickly to my inquiry and answered all of my questions. I appreciate how well they care for their dogs, it shows! Tate came with some extra goodies to get us started which I also appreciated, making our transition easier. I highly recommend this breeder.

  • Suzanne V.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2026

    Steven and Elana are a dream from the very first interaction to even now after we have our sweet boy home with us they are always available for any questions and i love the community that they create with all of thier recieving families and we love our sweet moosie boy

    Laura S.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2025

    Lala’s All Star Shih Tzu was absolutely amazing through the entire process. From the first time we spoke to the time we got our new puppy, they were always willing to answer questions to make the process as smooth as possible. We received a long list of suggestions and products that would be useful for a brand new puppy. This was extremely helpful. Our new puppy is loving, crate trained, and almost potty trained by the time we got him. We are so grateful to Lala’s All stars for such cuddly wonderful puppy!

    Bonnie T.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2025

    We had a great experience with this breeder. They keep us well informed throughout the entire adoption process. Along with our new puppy we received a lovely care package from them. I would highly recommend this breeder if you are looking for a sweet natured pup to add to your family.

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