Pilgrim Shih tzu

Kim B.

Breeder of Shih Tzus

  • Clarksburg, WV · 155 miles away
  • Meetup available in Morgantown, WV
  • Responds within an hour

Upcoming litters

Bucky
Ruby Grace

Expected Shih Tzu litter

Due Aug. 2026

Ready Oct. 3

Meet the breeder

I'm Kim B., the breeder behind Pilgrim Shih tzu located in Clarksburg, WV. We start Early neurological stimulation (ENS) at 3 days old. These exercises are used when training service dogs. Studies have shown these exercises give puppies a stronger immune systems and help them fight off diseases. We are committed to producing healthy puppies for loving homes!

Q. & A. with Kim

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We got our first Shih tzu while my husband was stationed in Germany with the army over 20 years ago. I love Shih tzus and you can’t have just one! Our male needed a play mate. After returning to the states with our male, Einstein we found his wife, Elsie and the rest is history! Over the years I have learned as much as possible about the breed. And strive to produce the best temperament!

  • What makes your program special?

    Early Neurological Stimulation exercises are done daily starting at 3 days old. At 2 weeks old we begin pee pad training, the Rule of the sevens and 10 step puppy handling exercises. These programs are used to get puppies accustomed to being touched and expose them to as much as possible by the time they are 7 weeks old. They are very well socialized with other dogs, children and the elderly!

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

    Our puppies include chocolate, black, liver, red, black and white, and brindle. 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 Kim

Kim has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

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 $1,000 - $1,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes 2 vet checks and two rounds of shots at 6 and 9 weeks of age. Registrations papers and vet records, Goodie bags, food and blanket with moms scent. Deposits are non refundable but they can be transferred to another puppy.”

Contract & health guarantee

Kim 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 Kim 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 Kim 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
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Initial potty training
      • Food & treats
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Clarksburg, WV

155 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Morgantown Airport

137 miles away

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Meet in Morgantown, WV

139 miles away

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More about Kim

  • Kim has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years

    Kim was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.

  • Kim’s links

Kim is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Pilgrim 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Verified owner stories

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

  • Judy C.

    Verified owner · May 2026

    Kim Butcher is an awesome breeder. Her story begins with the birth of the puppies up until the day I recieved them. Pictures were provided often the entire 9 weeks prior to picking them up. She encourages visits to get to know the puppies and was so delightful and pleasant to spend time with. Kim uses early neurological stimulation exercises that promote lifelong health and stress tolerance which hasi been proven in both of my puppies, Cleopatria and Coco Shanille. Having two puppies is a handful but, we all love my babies with all of our heart. These are very happy, healthy and well behaved puppies. Definately recommend Kim Butcher as a breeder.

    diane T.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2026

    We had a wonderful experience with Kim Butcher, the breeder we purchased our Shih Tzu, Gracie, from. From the beginning, it was clear how knowledgeable and passionate she is about raising healthy, well-adjusted puppies. She puts a strong emphasis on proper socialization, making sure the puppies are exposed to different environments, sounds, and interactions so they grow into confident dogs. She is also very thorough when it comes to health. She takes great care to ensure the puppies are well cared for and provides helpful guidance on maintaining their health as they grow. We really appreciated how open she was in answering questions and sharing her knowledge. Another thing that stood out was the work she does with early potty training. Gracie came home already familiar with the basics, which made the transition so much easier for us. It’s clear she invests a lot of time and effort into giving each puppy the best possible start. Overall, we are extremely happy with our experience with Kim Butcher and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a responsible, caring, and knowledgeable breeder.

    Leigh B.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2025

    Working with Kim to find our next baby was truly the best experience I’ve ever had with a breeder! We met on Good Dog before our puppy was even born. We talked about her dogs and her experience with breeding, and we talked about so much more! I followed the pregnancy as it progressed and was even aware of when labor began and how momma was doing! Kim sent pictures shortly after delivery of the puppies. We text several times that day/night! I felt like I was part of it and being a labor & delivery nurse, that meant a lot to me! With my initial deposit, I had secured second pick of the litter, so when my turn came, I wasn’t sure which one was right for us. I had 2 or 3 in mind but I wanted to meet the puppies before I chose. Kim made this possible. There was no pressure. I was able to make my decision and visit my puppy several times before we brought her home! Kim set up a group text with all of the new owners (with their permission) and kept us all updated with their progress, weights, pictures, videos, and their daily antics! We all got to know each other through our puppies! It was so much fun as we waited to bring our babies home! Kim spent so much time with the puppies, she even did early neurological development exercises with them to give us well-adjusted puppies that weren’t timid or scared. She exposed them to new experiences like car rides, situations, toys, play tunnels, steps, etc. To say they were well-loved was an understatement! I picked our girl up at 9 weeks and brought her home. She’s never cried or whined. She sleeps well and is learning the rules of potty training! We’re in love with our little Phoebe Hope and couldn’t have picked a better breeder! On top of all the wonderful things Kim has done for us, she is a Christian and we share the same values. Her faith and principles were evident in everything she fires. It gave me peace of mind to know I was dealing with someone with integrity! It’s obvious she loves what she’s doing and she does it well! We were very blessed to have found her! I truly believe it was a God-wink! Thank you, Kim, for our beautiful Phoebe Hope!

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    Ashley M.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2026

    Kim was so knowledgeable, pleasant and responsive. You can tell she really cares about her pups and we couldn’t be happier about the experience (even being 100s of miles from Kim’s location). We fully support Pilgrim Shihtzu and love our Daphne puppy so much!

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    Melody S.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2025

    It was the best experience that I had. She was so great with sharing many pictures and constant updates on the puppies as they were progressing. I would recommend her to anyone.

    Kristin F.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2025

    My husband and I had the best experience with Kim! Not only did she take such good care of our Harlow, but she was always willing to answer any questions, give us lots of tips, product information, etc.. One of our favorite things were the frequent updates and videos!! So thankful for the Good Dog app. If it wasn’t for them, we would have never found Kim or our sweet little girl. She really is the perfect baby. They made the whole process really easy and it’s secure!!! If you’re interested in adding a Shih Tzu to your family, look no further ☺️

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