Love4Shihtzu
- Ridgecrest, CA
- Responds within a few hours
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.
Wiley
Went homeMale
Buckley
Went homeMale
Indio
Went homeMale
Buddy
Went homeMale
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 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
"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.
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
- Car rides
- 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
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kathy.
Breeder's location
Meet in Ridgecrest, CA
5671 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Burbank
5774 miles away
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Meet in San Diego, CA
5827 miles away
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More about Kathy
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Kathy has been a member of Good Dog for about 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
Litter and program updates
Kathy G.
Program update on 13 Feb •
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Program update on 14 Jan •
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Program update on 14 Jan •
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Program update on 29 Dec 2025 •
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Program update on 18 Dec 2025 •These precious little boys are having so much fun with their mother. They have good spirit they’re sweet and they love people.
Kathy G.
Program update on 11 Dec 2025 •…These boys enjoy having time together and playing together they eat together they drink together and they play together. They got great personalities and they’re very loving.
Kathy G.
Program update on 11 Dec 2025 •…Yes, the puppies are eight weeks today. They’re doing great. They’re eating good. They’re drinking good on water and they’re playing with their siblings and getting around and having fun.
Kathy G.
Program update on 04 Dec 2025 •These boys are fun, loving their very loving and they enjoy people and they love being around and they’re surrounding us just wonderful
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Program update on 04 Dec 2025 •
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Program update on 20 Nov 2025 •
Parent dogs
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
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.
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.
Hani, mom
Shih Tzu
About Hani
Heni is a red with a black mask and she’s very loving. She’s a very good mommy to all her babies.
Delgado, dad
Shih Tzu
About Delgado
Delicado is the stud of the breeding program . He’s all black with a little bit of white on his chest. He’s been a very good stud and produces very beautiful babies.
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).
