Shih Tzu Crue
- Tehachapi, CA
- Responds within a day
Available puppies
Boba
Ready Dec. 29
5 weeks old · Female
Ritchie
Ready now
3 months old · Male
Meet the breeder
I'm Maria J., the breeder behind Shih Tzu Crue located in Tehachapi, CA. 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 are a small, family-run breeding program focusing on quality care and good health. Our puppies are the perfect loving and loyal companions!
Q. & A. with Maria
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black, liver, blue, gold, red, black and white, red and white, blue 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.
Bob
Went homeMale
Rosie
Went homeFemale
Donna
Went homeFemale
Biscotti
ReservedFemale
Black and Tan Dobie Boy
Went homeMale
White & Black Parti Boy
Went homeMale
Brown and White
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Maria
Maria 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 between $2,000 - $4,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes one year health guarantee, first set of vaccinations, deworming, vet checked, and a goodie bag. To reserve a puppy we ask for a $1000. deposit. Deposits are non-refundable unless there’s an unforeseen circumstance from our behalf.”
Contract & health guarantee
Maria 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 Maria 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 Maria 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
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Maria.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Tehachapi, CA
2255 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Hollywood Burbank Airport
2272 miles away
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More about Maria
Maria has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years
Maria was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Maria is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Shih Tzu Crue 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
Maria J.
Litter update on 22 Nov. •Biscotti has found her furever 🏠 in Laguna Beach, California. 🤗
Kane and Moana's litter
Maria J.
Litter update on 22 Nov. •Boba is ready for Christmas! 🎄 She is waiting to be chosen and make memories with her new family. 🤗🥰 Ready to go before Christmas. 😉
Kane and Sasha's litter
Maria J.
Litter update on 22 Nov. •…Little Ritchie is waiting to be chosen! 14 weeks old and estimating 4-5 lbs full grown! A perfect traveling companion! 🛫🚙🧳 Vaccines and deworming up to date. Lovely personality. 🥰
Maddox and Belle's litter
Maria J.
Program update on 22 Nov. •Another happy family! Thank you Mrs. Desiree for the trust and for choosing little Max to join your family. 🥹🤗♥️🙏🏽
Maria J.
Program update on 13 Oct. •…Update of Teddy NOW “Asher”. He is living his best life in Texas. His mom said he is doing great! Very healthy boy. 🥹🙏🏽♥️ This is her second pup from us. 🤗
Maria J.
Program update on 12 Oct. •…Update of Little Dorothy! 😍🥹 She is the sweetest little furball and her dad Mike is enjoying every moment with her. 🤗🥰 She is living her best life in San Francisco! 🌁
Maria J.
Program update on 12 Oct. •Kobe as a puppy. 🥹🤗 Now weighs 4 lbs.
Maria J.
Program update on 12 Oct. •Kobe our teeny tiny 4 lbs. liver dobie stud as a puppy. He was the cutest doll baby! 🥹💛✨
Maria J.
Program update on 12 Oct. •Sweet as Candy Kane. 🥰♥️ Our 5 lbs. tiny stud. Beautiful doll face and compact cobby body. 😍
Maria J.
Program update on 12 Oct. •…Meet our tiny stud Kane! 🥰 He is red (vibrant orange) and white and weighs 5 lbs! Kane is short and cobby, with the shortest legs. He has the sweetest temperament. He has an extreme flat face, perfect round eyes, and a high nose! He’s adorable! 🥹😍 We are expecting some of his babies this fall!
Parent dogs
Delilah, mom
Shih Tzu
About Delilah
Delilah is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Maria decided to make her part of their program. Maria 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, Maria decided to make her part of their program. Maria 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.
Sasha, mom
Shih Tzu
About Sasha
Sasha is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Maria decided to make her part of their program. Maria 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.
Kane, dad
Shih Tzu
About Kane
Meet our red (more like vibrant orange) and white tiny stud Kane! 🤗 Weighing exactly 5 lbs. and full of sweetness! 🥹 Kane has a beautiful flat doll face with the perfect round eyes, high nose, and great bite. He is short and cobby, with the shortest little legs. He is very playful, has the sweetest disposition, and is great with kids and other pets.
Moana, mom
Shih Tzu
About Moana
Moana is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Maria decided to make her part of their program. Maria 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.
Kobe, dad
Shih Tzu
About Kobe
Kobe is a male Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Maria decided to make him part of their program. Maria 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.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Shih Tzu Crue 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).
