Ridgehaven Shih Tzus
Meet the breeder
I'm Karen L., the breeder behind Ridgehaven Shih Tzus located in Sevierville, TN. We raise AKC registered and our parents all have been shown most to their championship. Our puppies are affectionate, healthy puppies and we give them the best possible start for a life of companionship and love! We are an in-home program where our dogs are our companions first and foremost. We are dedicated to providing each of our puppies with loving and caring forever homes.
Q. & A. with Karen
Why did you start breeding?
We love the Shih Tzu breed. Our dogs have brought us so much joy and happiness that we wanted to give back to them by producing the highest quality dogs and providing them a wonderful life with wonderful families.What makes your program special?
Our program is special because of our dogs. Shih Tzu are such a joy, and we find so much fulfillment in raising and preparing them for their loving, forever homes. We work with passion, heart, and integrity, and we truly want what's best for the Shih Tzu line.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include gold, black and white, and gold and white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Karen
Karen 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
“Price includes registration papers, health check, health guarantee, initial vaccines, microchip, food and much more. Socialized home grown, and loved. $500 non refundable deposit to reserve a puppy. If something happens to the puppy due to no fault of the purchaser, it is refunded. If the purchaser can not pick up and pay for the puppy the deposit is forfeited.”
Contract & health guarantee
Karen 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 Karen 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 Karen 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
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Karen.
Breeder's location
Meet in Sevierville, TN
399 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at McGhee Tyson Airport
421 miles away
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Meet in St. Louis, MO
685 miles away
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More about Karen
Karen has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years
Karen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Karen is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Ridgehaven 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
Faith, mom
Shih Tzu
About Faith
Faith is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Karen decided to make her part of their program. Karen 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.
Travis, dad
Shih Tzu
About Travis
AKC Champion out of AKC Champions. Long list of Champions behind them. Sweet disposition, easy to get along with.
Ziva, mom
Shih Tzu
About Ziva
Ziva is by an AKC Champion out of one of my best producing females. She has an easygoing personality and excellent manners.
Java, mom
Shih Tzu
About Java
Java is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Karen decided to make her part of their program. Karen 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.
Belle, mom
Shih Tzu
About Belle
Belle is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Karen decided to make her part of their program. Karen 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.
Nigel, dad
Shih Tzu
About Nigel
Nigel is a male Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Karen decided to make him part of their program. Karen 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.
Merry, mom
Shih Tzu
About Merry
Merry is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Karen decided to make her part of their program. Karen 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.
Myles, dad
Shih Tzu
About Myles
Myles is a male Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Karen decided to make him part of their program. Karen 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.
