Love4Shihtzu
- Ridgecrest, CA
- Responds within a few hours
Available puppies
Ben
3 weeks old · Male
Bear
5 weeks old · Male
Penelope
5 weeks old · Female
Bentley
5 weeks old · Male
Meet the breeder
I'm Kathy G., the breeder behind Love4Shihtzu located in Ridgecrest, CA. My dogs are AKC papered , DNA clear, Parents are very social and I raise my puppies to be social As well. I have the puppies go to the vet to get their shots get a well check .and I have references of past pet parents and they love their puppies. The parents are standard size 10-14 pounds They.
Q. & A. with Kathy
Why did you start breeding?
I am enthusiastic about ethically sharing my love for Shih Tzus with the world! I fell in love with the wonderful temperament and companionship they offer and decided to share it with others through breeding.What makes your program special?
I am very dedicated to what I do and what I aim to achieve as a breeder. I work with passion, heart, and integrity, and I truly want what's best for the Shih Tzu line. I make sure my dogs and puppies they have are healthy to be sure I am giving families the best experience I can provide. I look forward to introducing you to your most beloved companion!What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black and red. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Liver boy
Went homeMale
TBD
Went homeBoy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
TBD
Went homeBoy 3
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Kathy
Kathy 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.
After buyers complete the application and screening process, Kathy partners with them to find the best puppy match.
“How I approve my puppies with the buyers is not texting messaging, but it would be actually talking to the people and seeing where they’re living arrangements are see if they’re the right fit for this puppy. There can be some text messaging, but I have to talk to the person to get that approval by myself to have that puppy go with the new buyer.”
Price
“My parents had DNA cleared, my puppies are healthy they go get a health check from vet, go get their first shot. . The $300.00 is the deposit for the puppies it’s non-refundable. Deposit goes to the balance of your puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kathy 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 Kathy 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 Kathy directly.
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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
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- Puppy starter kit
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Food & treats
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kathy.
Breeder's location
Meet in Ridgecrest, CA
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Burbank
Meet in San Diego, CA
More about Kathy
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Kathy has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Kathy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Kathy’s links
Kathy is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Love4Shihtzu 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
Coco, mom
Shih Tzu
About Coco
Coco is a mask cold. She will be my upcoming female for breeding in my program. She carries in her DNA read with the black mask. She carries a little bit of chocolate she carries for black she carries for Sable.
Excellent health testing
DNA Disease Panel.
River, dad
Shih Tzu
About River
River is the male stud that will be carrying on and my program and his DNA shows that he carries for cream yellow red with a black mask a blue and chocolate
Maxie, mom
Shih Tzu
About Maxie
Maxi is upcoming female for breeding in line don’t stand in front of the slide please 2026. She’s a tricolor. She is a standard size 11 she has a great personality and she’s one of our loving girls that reside with me
Ella, mom
Shih Tzu
About Ella
Ella is blue and white parti this will be an upcoming letter Ella has a DNA test done. She is blue and white. She carries for blue and white chocolate.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Love4Shihtzu 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 Coat/Trait Panel, 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).
