Little Friends Kennel and southern Shih Tzus

Joanna B.

Breeder of Shih Tzus

  • Double Springs, AL
  • Responds within a day

Available puppies

Tessa

Ready now

9 weeks old · Female

Sunny

Ready now

9 weeks old · Female

Chloe

Ready now

9 weeks old · Female

Meet the breeder

I'm Joanna B., the breeder behind Little Friends Kennel and southern Shih Tzus located in Double Springs, AL. Every puppy we raise is adored as part of our family from birth. Our puppies will complete your home, your family, and your heart! The sweet, loyal, and playful disposition of our dogs inspired us to begin responsibly breeding to expand the breed and share them with others.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Joanna

Joanna 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 $576 non-refundable deposit and between $624 - $1,324 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“All of my puppies are CKC registered. They are sold under a contract and health guarantee. They are wonderful companions and pets. With an awesome personality I also litter box train. I do two rounds of vaccinations before take home day and they are dewormed at least four times. Deposits are nonrefundable if you change your mind.”

Contract & health guarantee

Joanna 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 Joanna 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 Joanna 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
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Toys
      • Initial potty training
      • Food & treats
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Double Springs, AL

644 miles away

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More about Joanna

  • Joanna has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years

    Joanna was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

Joanna is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Little Friends Kennel and southern 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

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Little Friends Kennel and southern Shih Tzus 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Joanna to bring home their puppies.

  • Patricia L.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2026

    Joanna was quick to respond to my messages and very helpful. It’s obvious that she researches the breed and needs of newborn pups.

    Christie C.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2025

    Joanna is amazing! She loves her little babies and is very knowledgeable and proactive with her puppies. She goes above and beyond to do what is best for them and to protect them to give them the best start in life. We adopted Stella (formerly Peanut) and are just thrilled with her! She came home to us with some very important basic skills. She immediately searched out a mat to do her business and is getting along great with our other older shih tzus! I really can’t recommend Joanna strongly enough. If you want a perfect little fur ball shih tzu, contact Joanna and you won’t be sorry!

  • Willy B.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2025

    Joanna is well caring for her puppies as it reflects on Fluffy aka Scarlet for her well loving behavior. We’re very happy with our new members of our family, we named her Fluffy Scarlet she loves to take a bath which is unusual for a dog. she loves to kiss us too very happy dog charming/chatting with our son too.He has2 Shitzus and their scent is on him. Thank you so much Joanna.

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