Riders Shih-Tzus
Meet the breeder
I'm Melissa R., the breeder behind Riders Shih-Tzus located in Rock Hill, SC. 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! We give our dogs the best lives possible. We are looking for families and individuals that will provide our puppies with the same level of love and care.
Q. & A. with Melissa
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include chocolate, black and tan, black, liver, red, and brindle. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Melissa
Melissa 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
"Price includes first shots and deworming,registration and puppy pack. Non-refundable deposit holds your pup for you until it is ready to go home. The deposit will be deducted from the purchase price."
Contract & health guarantee
Melissa 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 Melissa 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 Melissa directly.
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
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Melissa.
Breeder's location
Meet in Rock Hill, SC
Other pick-up locations
Meet in Columbia, SC
More about Melissa
Melissa has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Melissa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Melissa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Riders Shih-Tzus 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
Jewels, mom
Shih Tzu
About Jewels
Jewels is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Melissa decided to make her part of their program. Melissa 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.
Kaluaha, mom
Shih Tzu
About Kaluaha
A very energetic & happy dog.
Lilli, mom
Shih Tzu
About Lilli
Lilli is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Melissa decided to make her part of their program. Melissa 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.
Buster Brown, dad
Shih Tzu
About Buster Brown
Buster Brown is a male Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Melissa decided to make him part of their program. Melissa 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.
Angel, mom
Shih Tzu
About Angel
Angel is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Melissa decided to make her part of their program. Melissa 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.
Excellent health testing
Wisdom Panel.
Lucy, mom
Shih Tzu
About Lucy
Lucy is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Melissa decided to make her part of their program. Melissa 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.
Charley, dad
Shih Tzu
About Charley
A cuddle bug that loves his ladies.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Riders Shih-Tzus 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).
