Seaside Shih Tzu Cottage

Barbara B.

Breeder of Shih Tzus

Meet the breeder

I'm Barbara B., the breeder behind Seaside Shih Tzu Cottage located in Newport East, RI. I'm a small, hands-on breeder. My pups are whelped and raised right in my living room, and my dams and sire are my personal pets first and foremost. I believe in quality over quantity. I carefully chose my dams and sire, and I limit the size of my breeding program to raise healthy, well socialized, loving puppies that are bred to the AKC standard.

Q. & A. with Barbara

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I got into breeding because of my love of the Shih Tzu breed. I wanted to experience the journey of whelping and raising puppies. I made a choice to breed after owning Shih Tzu for years. I started with joining breeding/whelping groups to learn the ups and downs of proper breeding, found a great breeding mentor of Shih Tzu then carefully choose my dams and sire that met AKC breed standards.

  • What makes your program special?

    I keep my program small, quality over quantity. I breed from my heart. My puppies meet AKC breed standards, well-socialized since they’re raised in my living room and spoiled with love. I work hard to provide puppies of high quality. Dolly is Embark tested for congenital diseases+ & Embark tested for Shih Tzu purity. Avoid 💔 *ask to see test results* wherever you buy your pup. Invest in quality.

  • 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 Barbara

Barbara 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 $1,000 non-refundable deposit and $1,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Pups VET checked and UTD on shots, 1 year health warranty. If a puppy/adult needs to be rehomed my contract includes I have the first option to take back so that none of my dogs end up in shelters. A deposit is required if I accept you for placement of your choice of puppy to secure it’s yours !”

Contract & health guarantee

Barbara 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 Barbara 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 Barbara 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
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Newport East, RI

368 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at PVD, Providence RI

368 miles away

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More about Barbara

  • Club memberships

    Barbara is a member of AKC .

  • Barbara has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years

    Barbara was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Barbara’s links

Barbara is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Seaside Shih Tzu Cottage 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

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Seaside Shih Tzu Cottage 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.

  • Full Embark 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).

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