Paradise Farm Shih Tzu
Meet the breeder
I'm Terri A., the breeder behind Paradise Farm Shih Tzu located in College Station, TX. Puppies will come with AKC papers, 3 dhpp vaccines, vet exam, dewormed, microchipped, health guarantee, puppy packet, heartworm prevention, and 30 days free pet insurance. They also have been socialized and desensitized to many sounds and animals and raised on a farm.
Q. & A. with Terri
Why did you start breeding?
To provide exceptional puppies from health-tested tested parents with great health and temperaments.What makes your program special?
My puppies are from health-tested parents and have the best early neurological stimulation from birth along with proper socialization and desensitizing. They leave at 12 weeks old well rounded confident puppies with great temperaments.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are black. 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.
Lefty
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Terri
Terri 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 $400 non-refundable deposit and $1,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Puppies come with AKC papers, 3 dhpp vaccines, vet exam, dewormed, microchipped, health guarantee, puppy packet, heartworm prevention, and 30 days free pet insurance. You will be required to fill out an application. If your application is approved you will need to pay a $400.00 non-refundable holding deposit which will go toward the total price of a puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Terri 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 Terri 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 Terri 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 Terri.
Breeder’s location
Meet in College Station, TX
1214 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Flexible meeting point
Terri can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Terri
Terri has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years
Terri was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Terri’s links
Terri is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Paradise Farm Shih Tzu 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
Echo, dad
Shih Tzu
About Echo
Echo is a male Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Terri decided to make him part of their program. Terri 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.
Ava, mom
Shih Tzu
About Ava
Ava is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Terri decided to make her part of their program. Terri 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
Paradise Farm Shih Tzu 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.
Elbow Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
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.
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).
