Prieto Shih-Tzu's

Rose P.

Breeder of Shih Tzus

  • Long Beach, CA
  • Responds within a day

Available puppies

Princess Akc Champion Bloodline

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8 weeks old · Female

Ulysses S. Grant -AKC Champion Bloodline

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9 weeks old · Male

Ricky Ricardo -AKC Champion Bloodline

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9 weeks old · Male

Meet the breeder

I'm Rose P., the breeder behind Prieto Shih-Tzu's located in Long Beach, CA. With 35+ years of breeding experience and 20+ years raising Shih Tzus, we now specialize in AKC Champion Bloodlines. Based in Long Beach, we offer healthy, screened puppies in a variety of colors—lovingly raised to become exceptional family companions.

Q. & A. with Rose

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I began with a love for Chihuahuas in my early 20s, owning them as pets before the internet era. That passion grew into a small breeding program focused on quality and care. As I gained experience, I transitioned to other breeds and eventually found my true passion in breeding Shih Tzus—dogs I’ve loved for decades.

  • What makes your program special?

    I’m a full-time breeder with strong ties to the California breeding community, working closely with trusted vets and groomers. Over the past 20 years, I’ve placed beautiful, healthy puppies in loving homes across the U.S. Today, I specialize in AKC Champion Bloodline Shih Tzus with pedigrees spanning generations.

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

    Our puppies include tricolor, chocolate, black, white, silver gold and white, black gold and white, 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 Rose

Rose 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.

Rose partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 8 weeks old.

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $2,000 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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"Price includes a 1-year health guarantee (full refund for genetic issues), AKC registration, vaccines, deworming, microchip info, vet records, food, AKC folder, and lifetime support. A $500 non-refundable deposit holds your puppy until 8–9 weeks old, after vet clearance and first shots. This removes the puppy from the market and secures your reservation."

Contract & health guarantee

Rose 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 Rose 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 Rose 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
      • Scent introduction
      • 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
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Long Beach, CA

5789 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Ontario Airport

5761 miles away

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Meet in Las Vegas, NV

5563 miles away

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More about Rose

  • Rose has been a member of Good Dog for 8 months

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

  • Rose’s links

Rose is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Prieto Shih-Tzu's 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Prieto Shih-Tzu's 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.

  • 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).

Verified owner stories

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

  • Nicki K.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2026

    Rose was wonderful. She kept us updated on how our puppies were growing with texts, photos, videos and a FaceTime call. When she delivered the puppies she was professional, well organized and so great with the puppies. To anyone looking for a Shih-Tzu we would highly recommend Rose from Prieto Shih-Tzu’s.

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    Mark B.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2025

    I can't say enough good things about my experience with Rose. From our very first conversation, she was professional, friendly, and incredibly knowledgeable about Shih Tzus. She patiently answered all of my questions. My Shih Tzu puppy I received is absolutely perfect. He was healthy, happy, and socialized. It’s clear that these puppies are raised in a loving and caring environment. My pup has such a sweet temperament and adjusted so well to his new home. Rose also provided all health records, vaccination info, a puppy starter kit, and even some helpful tips for care and transitioning. What really stood out to me was that she is kind, knowledgable, and genuinely cares about puppies and people, and it shows. If you’re looking for a high-quality Shih Tzu from someone who truly loves and understands the breed, I highly recommend Rose. This has been such a positive and heartwarming experience, and I’m so grateful to have found my little companion through her. Thank you again for everything!

    Jenn T.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2025

    Rose was an absolute pleasure to work with! From the start, I was impressed with how responsive she was. After reaching out via message, meeting my pup and his parents via FaceTime, Rose was at my door the next morning hand delivering (SoCal to NorCal!) the new addition to my family! She went over all the paperwork (AKC, health records) and even her own one year health guarantee. It made me feel very confident in my decision with going with Prieto Shih-Tzus. The pup has been such an amazing addition to our family. He is so sweet, well tempered, and affectionate. I cannot recommend Rose enough!

  • Sue F.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2025

    Rose was a pleasure to work with in the process of finding our puppy. She shared pictures and videos weekly until she was ready to leave. We are so happy with her , she is adorable and has the cutest personality. She adjusted well into our home, no inhibitions with this puppy!

    Kristy L.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2025

    My husband and I recently adopted our precious little girl, Riley (aka Princess), from Rose, and we couldn’t be happier! Rose was wonderful to work with—so responsive and patient, answering all of my questions and giving us everything we needed to make Riley’s transition smooth. Our puppy came to us healthy, happy, and clearly very well cared for. It’s obvious that Rose truly loves and takes pride in her dogs. We adore Riley and are so grateful to Rose for helping us find our perfect match. We highly recommend her to anyone looking for a loving and responsible Shih Tzu breeder.

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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