Shih Tzu Knot
Meet the breeder
I'm Nashandra J., the breeder behind Shih Tzu Knot located in Alabama. We're a family-run breeding program offering healthy, well-mannered, loyal companions to others! Health and temperament are our focus. With each litter we raise, we socialize/train our pups to easily acclimate to new & busy households. We have the sweetest, cutest pups around-- I shih tzu not!!!
Q. & A. with Nashandra
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black, liver, liver and white, brindle and white, black white and silver, 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.
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Kokoah
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Nashandra
Nashandra 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.
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
“Price includes health guarantee, registration, and welcome home puppy kit. Puppies will be current on vaccinations, dewormed, and well-socialized.”
Contract & health guarantee
Nashandra 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 Nashandra 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 Nashandra 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 Nashandra.
Breeder's location
Meet in Alabama
703 miles away
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More about Nashandra
Nashandra has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Nashandra was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Nashandra is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Shih Tzu Knot 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
Suuki, mom
Shih Tzu
About Suuki
Suuki is a female Shih Tzu over 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Nashandra decided to make her part of their program. Nashandra 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.
Nova, dad
Shih Tzu
About Nova
Nova is a male Shih Tzu about 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Nashandra decided to make him part of their program. Nashandra 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
Excellent level
Shih Tzu Knot 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.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
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 Certification (CAER, 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 (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.
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).
