Shih Tzu Exotics

Tena H.

Breeder of Shih Tzus

  • Spokane Washington, WA
  • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm Tena H., the breeder behind Shih Tzu Exotics located in Spokane Washington, WA. We’re so excited to be able to help families experience the longtime loyalty of welcoming a new puppy into their lives! We are dedicated to always providing our buyers and our puppies with a positive experience, which includes, responsible practices when it comes to breeding, training, and rehoming.

Q. & A. with Tena

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We are small and fell in love with a older shih tzu. She has been our inspiration for our start of babies.
  • What makes your program special?

    We raise our puppies in home but also have property and other animals whom our dogs can grow with. They get a lot of socialization and are well loved. all our dogs are akc and ckc registered and come with up to date shots and health certified.
  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include blue, blue and white, and white. 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 Tena

Tena 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 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“price includes AKC. health certificate, Vaccinations, blanket with moms sent. puppy bag, copy of the akc paperwork. we have a non refundable pet fee to hold the puppy until it is ready to come home.”

Contract & health guarantee

Tena 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 Tena 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 Tena 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
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • 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
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Spokane Washington, WA

2063 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Spokane Airport (Geiger Field)

2073 miles away

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More about Tena

  • Tena has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years

    Tena was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

  • Tena’s links

Tena is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Shih Tzu Exotics 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

Shih Tzu Exotics 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

    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.

  • Cardiac Evaluation (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.

  • Patellar Luxation

    Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.

  • Acral Mutilation Syndrome (AMS), Chondrodystrophy and IVDD Risk (CDDY-IVDD), Bald Thigh Syndrome (IGFBP5), Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome, Dalmatian Type, Agouti DNA Test, 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).

Verified owner stories

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

  • Timothy D.

    Verified owner · July 2024

    Tena was great. We lost a Shih-tzu and I wanted my wife to have a l"ittle baby" again. We fell in love with our "Raya" (we changed her name) - Hebrew for "friend" and "beloved woman". Tena got back to me very quickly, "Facetimed" and she let me see her running around. It was such an easy transaction, and I have Raya now. Tena got her to me just as quickly, had everything in order, even pee pads! This is a HAPPY dog. Obviously she had a lotta love before! If you are looking for a bundle of fur, from a breeder that cares, I wouldn't even hesitate to get one from her! Tim and Kay Davis

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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