Shih Tzu Companions

Paul C.

Breeder of Shih Tzus

  • Wakefield, RI
  • Responds within a few days

Available puppies

Marco

Ready Dec. 12

7 weeks old · Male

Meet the breeder

I'm Paul C., the breeder behind Shih Tzu Companions located in Wakefield, RI. We’re proud of the healthy, affectionate, and behaviorally well-rounded puppies we raise for other families to love! We are professional, responsible, and ethical dog breeders who love our dogs as part of our family. Check out our process. You may be surprised at the amount of attention and love our fur babies receive before they get to your home.

Q. & A. with Paul

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We began in a very personal way. My wife has a chronic auto-immune disease that causes her to be in pain every moment of the day. Someone gave me the idea to get my wife a companion dog to help her while I was at work. I began to study dozens of different breeds to find the best choice as a companion for my wife. I must admit that we were not a small dog family. We preferred larger dogs and had a Golden Retriever in the past. Honestly, I had known many small dogs that were yippy, territorial and sometimes just mean. However, in my research I was intrigued by the Shih Tzu breed. I found out that they have been bred for thousands of years to be companions for Chinese royalty. I went on the hunt for an AKC Shih Tzu that had been brought into this world by responsible a breeder. We purchased one male brindle and white Shih Tzu and named him Cody. We fell in love with him. He turned out to be an amazing dog and was a great help to my wife. He sold us on the breed so much that we got a female Liver Shih Tzu and named her Autumn. Both of these dogs are companions to my wife and are in training to be official Therapy dogs. We began breeding to share the beautiful experience of owning Shih Tzus with others while the proceeds go toward paying my wife’s medical bills.

  • What makes your program special?

    These puppies are conceived and trained to be more than pets. They will be life companions who bring joy and happiness into your life. Our program is built from the ground up to be your happy companion.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include tricolor, chocolate, black, liver, red, brindle and white, and brindle. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • 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 Paul

Paul 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 $1,700 - $2,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes family socialization, AKC registration, a one-year health guarantee, vet check, first shots, and deworming. Deposits are non-refundable but can be moved to a future litter.”

Contract & health guarantee

Paul 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 Paul 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 Paul 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
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Registration
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Food & treats
      • Toys
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Initial potty training

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Wakefield, RI

356 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Rhode Island T. F. Green Airport

368 miles away

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Meet in Westerly, RI

339 miles away

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More about Paul

  • Certifications & recognitions

    AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..

  • Paul has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year

    Paul was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.

Paul is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Shih Tzu Companions 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

Parent health testing

Shih Tzu Companions 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.

  • Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)

    Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.

  • Elbow Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)

    Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.

  • Eye Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA)

    Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.

  • Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not registered with OFA)

    Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Paul to bring home their puppies.

  • Sue S.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2025

      • +4

    Paul was wonderful to work with. He was very quick to respond to all of my inquiries and had extensive knowledge about the breed, the parents, and the puppy. He shared a lot of helpful information when we adopted our puppy and provided great tips to ensure a smooth transition. Paul was incredibly supportive throughout the entire process, and we truly appreciate his guidance. Highly recommend!

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    Kristine H.

    Verified owner · May 2025

    We got Barry from Paul almost 2 weeks ago now. Barry has been a doll and our source of our happiness. He’s thriving and gaining weight. Thank you Paul! I wish we can get all the puppies.

    Patricia V.

    Verified owner · Jan. 2025

      • +4

    Paul was very informative and knowledgeable about the breed and our baby Tobey. His puppies are raised as part of the family, and, being local, we were able to meet his other dogs, including Tobey's parents. He made the adoption process smooth, and Tobey is settling in well at home with our family and our other dogs thanks to the environment in which he spent his first 9 weeks. We have already talked about going back in a few years when we are ready for another puppy. I highly recommend Paul and his dogs.

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    Renee B.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2025

    Paul was very responsive and easy to reach. He kept in touch with all the information that I needed to make my decision and provide provided me with great photos in the beginning to get a sense of who my puppy was. He made it very easy. Harry, my puppy, is extremely well tempered very funny and has lots of energy and attitude. Just what you would expect from a Shih Tzu puppy.

    Michaela S.

    Verified owner · Jan. 2025

    We adopted Princess From Paul on November 29, 2024 after we had lost our older dog on October 17th, 2024. Princess has mended all our hearts, especially mine. Dealing with depression and Anxiety, Princess has helped me immensely. She always makes me smile and covers me in puppy kisses. She has the best personality ever. She has grown and has brought joy to my family and I. She is well loved. We are so lucky to have found Paul and was able to receive Princess. It was a blessing. She is now my soul puppy.

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