I'm Jennifer A., the breeder behind Sweetbriar Shih Tzu located in Morrisville, MO. Our mission is to raise healthy, happy, adorable Shih Tzu puppies and connect loving families with their new best friends! We treat our dogs and puppies like family, and we give each pup all the loving care that we can to prepare them for their forever homes. We are proud of our program and look forward to helping you find your next furry family member!
Q. & A. with Jennifer
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include tricolor, gold, red, silver, red and white, gold 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.
Breezy
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Racheal
Went home
Female
Lovey
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Racheal
Went home
Female
Cinnamon
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Jennifer
Jennifer 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 $1,500 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“But transferable to another puppy in the event the current puppy selected can not be provided.”
Contract & health guarantee
Jennifer 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 Jennifer 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 Jennifer directly.
Sweetbriar Shih Tzu 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
Jennifer A.
Litter update on 02 Dec. •
Petey is the perfect boy baby !
Ryder and Sprite's litter
Jennifer A.
Litter update on 03 Sept. •
Malcom and Gus
Truly and Kenzie's litter
Jennifer A.
Litter update on 01 Aug. •
These boys !!!
Truly and Kenzie's litter
Jennifer A.
Program update on 14 May •
Sweet baby time
Jennifer A.
Litter update on 03 Mar. •
Ryder and Dollie's litter
Jennifer A.
Program update on 02 Mar. •
Jennifer A.
Program update on 13 Feb. •
Cora is a beautiful girl looking for a home !
Jennifer A.
Program update on 13 Feb. •
Simon is still looking for his family
Jennifer A.
Litter update on 21 Nov. 2024 •
Boys boys boys ! When your living room is also your nursery 💎
Ryder and Chelsea's litter
Parent dogs
Mary J, mom
Shih Tzu
About Mary J
Mary J is an AKC Champion and has the sweetest temperament ever !
Truly, dad
Shih Tzu
About Truly
Truly is a gorgeous boy that is currently in the show ring. He will finish up his Champion title this year.
Chelsea, mom
Shih Tzu
About Chelsea
Chelsea is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jennifer decided to make her part of their program. Jennifer 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.
Ryder, dad
Shih Tzu
About Ryder
Ryder is a male Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Jennifer decided to make him part of their program. Jennifer 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.
Dollie, mom
Shih Tzu
About Dollie
Dollie is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jennifer decided to make her part of their program. Jennifer 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
Sweetbriar Shih Tzu 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.
Temperament Test
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
DNA Coat/Trait Panel, 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 Jennifer to bring home their puppies.
JR
Jennifer R.
Verified owner · Aug. 2025
This experience was top tier! I’m so in love with my little guy who was exactly as described and in great health. Jennifer answered all my questions and apprehensions with care and grace and provided lots of reassurance. We are hoping to be repeat customers next year.
Karen C.
Verified owner · Aug. 2024
+4
Jennifer was so easy to communicate and make a plan with to get our new little family member. You can tell that her puppies are raised in an excellent environment, socialized with other animals, as well as exposed to noises, car rides, and other normal daily activities. I could definitely see us welcoming another Sweet Briar puppy into our family in the future after such a wonderful experience!
Teresa P.
Verified owner · Mar. 2025
+5
Jennifer was amazing to work with when I was looking for my Shih Tzu baby. She was very patient with my ten zillion questions about the baby.
Harper is a super sweetheart, and I 100% believe a lot of it is because how much Jennifer worked with her beforehand. She was already used to car rides and cats. This baby easily blended into our family and now she rules a 90 lb Golden retriever! Don’t hesitate to buy one of Jennifer’s puppies!