I'm Denise/Matt F., the breeder behind Shih-tzu Queen located in Willard, UT. We are pet owners first and foremost. All of our puppies are raised as members of our family until they’re ready to join yours! The sweet, loyal, and playful disposition of our dogs inspired us to begin responsibly breeding to expand the breed and share them with others. Since then, we’ve made it our mission to bring happy, healthy puppies into the lives of other families!
Q. & A. with Denise/Matt
Why did you start breeding?
When my husband and I first married, he surprised me at work with my very first Shih-tzu. He was the cutest little puff ball. Ever since then, I was hooked on the Shih-tzu breed.
What makes your program special?
I am very cautious with the steps in breeding. My puppies come from the most loving, caring, and blessed home. I strive to raise great, healthy puppies. All of my puppies come with first round of shots, dewormer, AKC paperwork, and my best efforts towards potty training.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black, liver, blue, gold, red, silver, liver and white, brindle and white, black white and silver, and black 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.
EMRIC
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Two Boys, and Two Girls
Went home
Female
Sweetie
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Beautiful Girls
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Denise/Matt
Denise/Matt 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 $2,000 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes the guarantee of a AKC registered Shih-Tzu puppy, socialization, potty training, and vaccinations. All of our pups come with the same pricing, regardless of color or size. My opinion is that they should all be loved the same as equals.”
Contract & health guarantee
Denise/Matt 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 Denise/Matt 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 Denise/Matt directly.
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
Initial potty training
Toys
Food & treats
Basic obedience & manners
Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Puppy starter kit
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Denise/Matt.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Willard, UT
5169 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Salt Lake City Airport
5203 miles away
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Meet in Salt Lake City, UT
5202 miles away
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More about Denise/Matt
Denise/Matt has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years
Denise/Matt was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Denise/Matt is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Shih-tzu Queen 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
Denise/Matt F.
Litter update on 19 Nov. •
Harley Feller and Allie's litter
Denise/Matt F.
Litter update on 06 Nov. •
Harley Feller and Allie's litter
Denise/Matt F.
Litter update on 03 Nov. •
Kora and Zazo are proud new French Bulldog parents to the cutest pups ever! All pups were made and born all natural. Mom and Dad are a perfect match! No artificial insemination or c-section needed for these two. All pups are healthy, happy, snuggly, and ever so sweet!
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Zaz and Kora's litter
Denise/Matt F.
Program update on 10 July •
4 AKC Imperial Shih-Tzu Females
Parent dogs
Beara, mom
Shih Tzu
About Beara
Beara is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Denise/Matt decided to make her part of their program. Denise/Matt 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.
Uploaded health tests
DNA Disease Panel, Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), +3 more.
Allie, mom
Shih Tzu
About Allie
Allie is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Denise/Matt decided to make her part of their program. Denise/Matt 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.
Lizzy, mom
Shih Tzu
About Lizzy
Lizzy is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Denise/Matt decided to make her part of their program. Denise/Matt 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.
ScottDee, dad
Shih Tzu
About ScottDee
ScottDee is the most lovable male dog. He gets along with all people and all dogs of different sizes and breeds. He loves when he has puppies! He protects them just as their mother does. He is so gentle and has a heart of gold!
Jazz, mom
Shih Tzu
About Jazz
Jazz is a female Shih Tzu about 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Denise/Matt decided to make her part of their program. Denise/Matt 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.
KC, mom
Shih Tzu
About KC
KC is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Denise/Matt decided to make her part of their program. Denise/Matt 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.
Harley Feller, dad
Shih Tzu
About Harley Feller
Harley Feller is a male Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Denise/Matt decided to make him part of their program. Denise/Matt 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
Shih-tzu Queen 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.
Day Blindness, Achromatopsia
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).
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.