Mountain Laurel Shihtzu

Joan J.

Breeder of Shih Tzus

Meet the breeder

I'm Joan J., the breeder behind Mountain Laurel Shihtzu located in Monterey, TN. All of our dogs are loved as family members. We cherish our puppies from birth up until they leave our arms to snuggle into yours! We work hard to breed the best dogs possible using good bloodlines and health-tested dogs. We follow all appropriate steps to raising well-socialized puppies.

Q. & A. with Joan

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

    Our puppies include tricolor, sable, chocolate, chocolate and tan, black and tan, liver, blue, red, 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.

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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,300 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

"Prices are depended on colors and genders, pet or full AKC. Nonrefundable deposit required to hold your puppy."

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
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized in new places
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Food & treats
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Toys
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Monterey, TN

Other pick-up locations

Flexible meeting point

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

More about Joan

  • Joan has been a member of Good Dog for about 1 year

    Joan was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.

Joan is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Mountain Laurel Shihtzu 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

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