Ridgehaven Shih Tzus

Karen L.

Breeder of Shih Tzus

  • Sevierville, TN
  • Responds within a few days

Available puppies

Randy

Ready Jan. 23, 2026

3 weeks old · Male

Bull

Ready Jan. 23, 2026

3 weeks old · Male

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 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,300 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Pay over time with Klarna.

“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 almost 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

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