Purely Shih Tzu

Rocco R.

Breeder of Shih Tzus

Meet the breeder

I'm Rocco R., the breeder behind Purely Shih Tzu located in Weeki Wachee, FL. 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! When we got our first dog, we were instantly in love. Since then, we’ve made it our mission to bring happy, healthy puppies into the lives of other families!

Q. & A. with Rocco

  • Why did you start breeding?

    my grand father was a breeder and then my dad and now me I even have their AKC paperwork for their breeding. it is in the blood for our family I truly feel God choice me to breed as this my passion in life.

  • What makes your program special?

    dogs live in my home and I give 110% to all of them.

  • 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 Rocco

Rocco 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

Connect with Rocco to learn more details about pricing.

"200 dollar deposit holds your puppy till day of pick up is when you pay the balance."

Contract & health guarantee

Rocco 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 Rocco 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 Rocco 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
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Food & treats
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Toys
      • Puppy starter kit

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Weeki Wachee, FL

784 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Tampa Airport

817 miles away

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More about Rocco

  • Certifications & recognitions

    AKC Breeder of Merit.

  • Rocco has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years

    Rocco was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

  • Rocco’s links

Rocco is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Purely 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

Parent health testing

Purely 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.

  • DNA Profile

    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).

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