Sweet Shih Tzus!

Santosh A.

Breeder of Shih Tzus

  • Ocala, FL

Meet the breeder

I'm Santosh A., the breeder behind Sweet Shih Tzus! located in Ocala, FL. Our goal is to offer healthy, well socialized puppies. The puppies are raised in a loving home environment with children and other dogs. The parents of the pups are registered pure bred shih-tzus who are adored and cherished by their families.

Q. & A. with Santosh

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

    Our puppies include liver and white 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.

Getting a puppy from Santosh

Santosh 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 $250 non-refundable deposit and between $1,250 - $1,350 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes pre registration as a pure bred shih-tzu, deworming, first round of vaccinations, microchip, socialization and tender, loving care.”

Contract & health guarantee

Santosh 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 Santosh 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 Santosh 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
      • 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
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Ocala, FL

739 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Gainesville Airport

702 miles away

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More about Santosh

  • Santosh has been a member of Good Dog for 10 months

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

  • Santosh’s links

Santosh is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Sweet Shih Tzus! 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 dogs

Verified owner stories

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

  • Claudette D.

    Verified owner · May 2025

    I have named my puppy Luna. She is sweet and a little feisty but adorable. Very happy all around.

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