I'm Zoraya O., the breeder behind Pure Hearts located in Lakeland, FL. We are pet owners first and foremost. All of our puppies are raised as members of our family until they’re ready to join yours. We are a small, family-run breeding program focusing on quality care and good health. Our puppies are the perfect loving and loyal companions!
Q. & A. with Zoraya
Why did you start breeding?
Love to see people's faces when they get their puppies. When I interview someone for the baby I know if is a good fit or not. Is always our decision if it goes or not. Money is not our priority is the happiness of the puppies.
What makes your program special?
We don't breed just to breed is up to the dog. She has feelings.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are liver. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Zoraya
Zoraya 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 $250 non-refundable deposit and between $2,050 - $2,350 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price includes shots. Vet visit and registration. $250. I will send a bill of sale. With a receipt. On the day of pickup balance is due in cash or zelle. Papers and shots will be handed out with the puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Zoraya 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 Zoraya 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 Zoraya directly.
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Zoraya.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Lakeland, FL
4787 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Tampa Airport
4811 miles away
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More about Zoraya
Certifications & recognitions
Royal Canin Crown Breeder.
Zoraya has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years
Zoraya was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
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Zoraya is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Pure Hearts 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
Daisy, mom
Shih Tzu
About Daisy
Daisy is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Zoraya decided to make her part of their program. Zoraya 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.
Brownie, dad
Shih Tzu
About Brownie
Brownie is a male Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Zoraya decided to make him part of their program. Zoraya 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
Pure Hearts 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.
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 (registered with OFA), 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).