I'm Marcelino H., the breeder behind Ling Ling’s Shih Tzu located in Central, CA. Our babies are bred for health and conformation, we DNA test our adults for genetic health and color through Embark prior to producing a litter. We look forward to connecting with you!
Q. & A. with Marcelino
Why did you start breeding?
I began raising Shih Tzu in 2012 with my very first love, Chanel! She made every day just a little better and I am so very thankful to have been her papa. I have gradually over the years continuously educated myself on our breed and continue to do so today.
What makes your program special?
My specialty is that I focus on high-quality features such as babydoll faces, confirmation, voluptuous personalities, and full coats! I am passionate about Shih Tzus and my love for these dogs shines through in every aspect of my breeding program.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Bebeng
Went home
Female
Darla
Went home
Female
Marilyn
Went home
Female
Amareux
Went home
Male
Hunk
Went home
Male
Darla
Went home
Female
Iris
Went home
Female
Dreamy~Doll
Went home
Female
Drama~Doll
Went home
Female
Drizzy~Doll
Went home
Female
Jasper
Went home
Male
Topaz
Went home
Male
Onyx Baby
Went home
Male
Gem Doll
Went home
Female
Zoey
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Marcelino
Marcelino 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 $2,000 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Also included are the health guarantee, a vet check, age-appropriate vaccines, deworming, and a microchip. All our puppies are priced according to quality, conformation, and temperament after being evaluated. Deposit holds your place in line or your specific puppy. After placing your deposit it is non-refundable due to other great homes and opportunities passed up for our babies.”
Contract & health guarantee
Marcelino 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 Marcelino 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 Marcelino directly.
Ling Ling’s 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
Marcelino H.
Litter update on 10 May •
Summer and Loveë's litter
Parent dogs
Loveë, mom
Shih Tzu
About Loveë
Loveë is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Marcelino decided to make her part of their program. Marcelino 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.
Summer, dad
Shih Tzu
About Summer
Summer is a male Shih Tzu over 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Marcelino decided to make him part of their program. Marcelino 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.
Candy, mom
Shih Tzu
About Candy
Candy is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Marcelino decided to make her part of their program. Marcelino 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.
Bean, dad
Shih Tzu
About Bean
Bean is a male Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Marcelino decided to make him part of their program. Marcelino 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.
Charlie, mom
Shih Tzu
About Charlie
Charlie is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Marcelino decided to make her part of their program. Marcelino 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.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Ling Ling’s 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 Profile, 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).