I'm Michael S., the breeder behind Michael’s Shih Tzus located in Benbrook, TX. Our love for our dogs pushed us to begin breeding. We love to see the results of our efforts in the sweet, happy, and healthy puppies that we’re able to share with others.
Q. & A. with Michael
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include gold and white, black gold and silver, liver and white, black and white, and black gold 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.
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Michael
Michael 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $750 - $1,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes the first dewormer, vey checked/health guarantee and their first round of shots. The deposit to hold/reserve the puppy goes towards the total price.”
Contract & health guarantee
Michael 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 Michael 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 Michael directly.
Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
Vet check
First round of shots and deworming
Vet records
Extras
Registration
Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Michael.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Benbrook, TX
1199 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Flexible meeting point
Michael can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Michael
Michael has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years
Michael was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Michael is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Michael’s 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
Michael S.
Program update on 08 Jan. •
Michael S.
Program update on 08 Jan. •
Boy one has got his first shots on 01-07-2025 dewormer and vet checked clean bill of health.
Michael S.
Litter update on 26 Dec. 2024 •
Trimble and Goldi's litter
Parent dogs
Princess, mom
Shih Tzu
About Princess
Buff and white.
Lil Ash, dad
Shih Tzu
About Lil Ash
Lil Ash is a male Shih Tzu almost 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Michael decided to make him part of their program. Michael 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.
Lil Mikey, dad
Shih Tzu
About Lil Mikey
Liver and white AKC
Megan, mom
Shih Tzu
About Megan
Tri color sliver white tan black
Goldi, mom
Shih Tzu
About Goldi
Goldi is a female Shih Tzu over 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Michael decided to make her part of their program. Michael 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.
Trimble, dad
Shih Tzu
About Trimble
His liver mixed. AKC and APRI
Parent health testing
Michael’s 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.
Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.