SHIH TZU HOUSE

Julie V.

Breeder of Shih Tzus

  • Henderson, NV
  • Responds within a day

Available puppies

ARCHIE - AKC Champion Bloodline

Ready July 30

7 weeks old · Male

ARLO - AKC Champion Bloodline

Ready July 30

7 weeks old · Male

Meet the breeder

I'm Julie V., the breeder behind SHIH TZU HOUSE located in Henderson, NV. We’ve been breeding AKC Shih Tzus since 2005 in our loving home in Henderson, Nevada. All puppies are vet-checked, vaccinated, dewormed, genetically tested, and microchipped with AKC Reunite. We offer in-person pickup or delivery, and each puppy comes with a one-year health guarantee against genetic or hereditary conditions, along with a bill of sale and contract.

Q. & A. with Julie

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I was introduced to the world of Shih Tzu breeding through my mother-in-law, who has been a seasoned breeder for over three decades. Her expertise and dedication inspired me to learn everything I could. With her guidance and mentorship, I became actively involved and eventually took on breeding full-time, focusing specifically on champion bloodline Shih Tzus. It's been a rewarding journey ever since.

  • What makes your program special?

    What sets our breeding program apart is both our location and our commitment to quality. We're based in Henderson, Nevada, which provides easy accessibility to California and Arizona. Being originally from the Bay Area, we’ve built lasting relationships with reoccurring clients throughout Northern California, and we regularly serve families across Southern California and the Arizona border. What truly makes our program unique is that we specialize in champion bloodline Shih Tzus, something that’s relatively rare in the Henderson area. All of our dogs are home-raised in a loving, family environment—not in kennels—and they’re treated with exceptional care from day one. Our licensed veterinarian, located just a few blocks away, has been seeing our dogs for years and helps us maintain the highest standards of health and wellness.

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

    Our puppies include black gold and silver, brindle and white, gold and white, black gold and white, black 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 Julie

Julie has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Julie partners with them to find the best puppy match.

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $2,200 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes AKC registration, a one-year health guarantee, the first round of vaccinations, deworming, and puppy socialization. Each puppy also comes with a small bag of food, toys, a blanket with the mother’s scent, AKC family tree certificate, and full lifetime support. A $500 holding deposit is required to reserve your puppy and ensure it is removed from the active market. This guarantees the puppy’s availability for pickup at the agreed time. Please note that this deposit is non-refundable in the event the buyer changes their mind, as it prevents other serious buyers from securing that puppy. This policy helps protect our time and commitment to matching each puppy with a loving home.”

Contract & health guarantee

Julie 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 Julie 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 Julie directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Henderson, NV

2055 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Harry Reid Airport

2059 miles away

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Meet in Flagstaff, AZ

1890 miles away

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More about Julie

  • Certifications & recognitions

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

  • Julie has been a member of Good Dog for 12 months

    Julie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.

  • Julie’s links

Julie is a trusted Good Dog breeder

SHIH TZU HOUSE 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 health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

SHIH TZU HOUSE 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).

Verified owner stories

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

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    April B.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2025

    I recently brought home a 10-week-old Shih Tzu from Julie at Shih Tzu House, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. From the very beginning, Julie was professional, responsive, and genuinely caring. She made the entire process smooth and reassuring, answering all my questions and providing helpful guidance. My puppy arrived healthy, well-socialized, and full of personality—clearly raised with love and attention. It’s obvious that Julie puts great care into her breeding practices and the wellbeing of her dogs. I’m so grateful to have found such a wonderful breeder and an amazing new companion. Thank you, Julie, for helping me welcome this sweet little pup into my life! 🐾💕

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