ShihTzuCt
Meet the breeder
I'm Joe S., the breeder behind ShihTzuCt located in Thomaston, CT. We’re devoted to raising and socializing healthy puppies in our home for others to enjoy. We have developed several protocols to ensure the health and well-being of all of our dogs. It’s our top priority to make sure each of our puppy families welcomes a happy and healthy new puppy into their homes!
Q. & A. with Joe
Why did you start breeding?
We've had Shih Tzu's for the past 20 years. Currently have a litter of 6 being raised in our home with 4 adults that they will socialize with over the next 9 - 10 weeks. My wife and I made the decision to have 1 litter a year knowing that along with our current family of Shih Tzu's vacations would be at home. The love you get from these pups makes everything worthwhile.What makes your program special?
We have a 1 acre fenced in lot which allows the puppies to become familiar with the house and the outdoors. They will mingle with each other and 4 other Shih Tzu's. They will be paper trained and learning to use the doggie door when the need arises. Mom and the puppies are seen by a Vet Clinic with Breeding as a specialty.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are brindle 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.
Finn
Went homeMale
Echo
Went homeMale
Jaks
Went homeMale
Beth
Went homeFemale
Circi
Went homeFemale
Rip
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Joe
Joe 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 $1,150 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“This is for both Boys and Girls. ”
Contract & health guarantee
Joe 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 Joe 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 Joe 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 Joe.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Thomaston, CT
3774 miles away
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More about Joe
Joe has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years
Joe was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Joe’s links
Joe is a trusted Good Dog breeder
ShihTzuCt 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
Hershey, dad
Shih Tzu
About Hershey
Hershey is a male Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Joe decided to make him part of their program. Joe 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.
Khalissi, mom
Shih Tzu
About Khalissi
Khalissi is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Joe decided to make her part of their program. Joe 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
ShihTzuCt 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.
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.
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).
