Mel’s Teddy Bear Puppies

Melissa Y.

Breeder of Shihpoos, Cavatzus, Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, and Shichons

  • Seymour, TN
  • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm Melissa Y., the breeder behind Mel’s Teddy Bear Puppies located in Seymour, TN. Offering top quality fluffy companions, hand raised with lots of love in our hygienic, in-home program. Our priorities are temperaments, health, and creating an enjoyable, seamless transition into your life and home!

Q. & A. with Melissa

  • What are the different breed sizes in your program?

    Our Shihpoo puppies are mini size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppies include ruby and black and tan. 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.

Getting a puppy from Melissa

Melissa 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 $250 non-refundable deposit and between $550 - $1,450 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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"The price includes the guarantee, first vaccinations and fecal check, exam, deworming, early neurological stimulation, socialization, beginning training potty and crate, introduction to grooming, and puppy package. "

Contract & health guarantee

Melissa 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 Melissa 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 Melissa 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
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • 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
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Initial potty training

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Seymour, TN

4470 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at McGhee Tyson Airport

4481 miles away

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Flexible meeting point

Melissa can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Melissa

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

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

  • Melissa’s links

Melissa is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Mel’s Teddy Bear Puppies 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

All breeds

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Poodle

Shih Tzu

Bichon Frise

Verified owner stories

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

  • Debra T.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2025

    Our experience could not have been better. Melissa was amazing to work with. She communicated clearly and shared pictures and videos along the way. We could not be happier with our sweet little puppy, Hunny. From the moment we brought her home we could tell she had a strong start. She is smart, sweet, and funny. Melissa gave her a solid foundation and it shows. The love and care Melissa gives all her puppies comes through in how happy, healthy, and well adjusted they are.

    TracyAnn G.

    Verified owner · July 2024

    Words cannot express how thrilled I am with my experience working with Melissa and welcoming our newest family member! From the initial stages, throughout the entire process, right up to the moment of pick-up, I felt truly involved every step of the way. Now that I have my fur baby, I couldn’t have asked for a better companion—it feels like it was truly meant to be! Melissa was incredibly responsive, helpful, and, above all, kind throughout the journey. I highly recommend her and will undoubtedly be recommending her to friends.

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    Kim R.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2024

    Melissa was very responsive and extremely helpful in the whole process. Love my new puppy “Daisy!” Had her final shots and vet was impressed with her health. She is a bundle of energy and still working on potty training. But i am extremely happy with my decision to go with this purchase from Melissa. Thank you Melissa! Kim

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