Mia AKC Shih Tzus
Meet the breeder
I'm Joan F., the breeder behind Mia AKC Shih Tzus located in Lakeside, CA.
Q. & A. with Joan
What makes your program special?
Raised in home one litter at a time.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black, liver, red, and black and white. 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.
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Joan
Joan 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 $300 non-refundable deposit and between $1,500 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Lower price with limited registration. .”
Contract & health guarantee
Joan 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 Joan 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 Joan 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Joan.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Lakeside, CA
2230 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at San Diego
2247 miles away
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More about Joan
Joan has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 years
Joan was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Joan is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Mia AKC 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
Parent dogs
Mia, mom
Shih Tzu
About Mia
Mia is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Joan decided to make her part of their program. Joan 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
Mia AKC 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.
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).
