Tammy’s Shih-Tzu Love Jones

Tammy J.

Breeder of Shih Tzus

  • Shelbyville, TN

Meet the breeder

I'm Tammy J., the breeder behind Tammy’s Shih-Tzu Love Jones located in Shelbyville, TN. Though we have 15+ years in animal husbandry and exhibition, we established our Shih Tzu line in 2019. We’re so excited to be able to help families experience the lifetime of love, loyalty, laughs and companionship that comes with the Shih Tzu breed.

Q. & A. with Tammy

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

    Our puppies include black, liver, red, gold and white, black gold and silver, liver and white, red and white, black and white, 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.

Getting a puppy from Tammy

Tammy 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 $700 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The price includes the AKC family registration application, up to date vaccinations w/ record, vet health certificate, deworming, potty training, and puppy socialization. Full Registration available upon application approval. Your deposit reserves the puppy of your choosing until he/she is ready to go to their new loving home.”

Contract & health guarantee

Tammy 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 Tammy 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 Tammy 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
    • Extras
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Shelbyville, TN

4595 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Lovell Field

4567 miles away

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Flexible meeting point

Tammy can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Tammy

  • Certifications & recognitions

    American Kennel Club Canine College, DNA for Dog Breeders (Institute of Canine Biology), Professional Groomer, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..

  • Tammy has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years

    Tammy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

  • Tammy’s links

Tammy is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Tammy’s Shih-Tzu Love Jones 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

Parent health testing

Tammy’s Shih-Tzu Love Jones 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.

  • Prekallikrein Deficiency, Fletcher Trait, Congenital Dyshormonogenic Hypothyroidism with Goiter, Shih Tzu Type, Chondrodystrophy and IVDD Risk (CDDY-IVDD), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A)

    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 Tammy to bring home their puppies.

  • Ginger T.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2024

    Tammy was very responsive and sent picture updates to us. She was (and still is) very helpful. Rico is seriously the best puppy. He is calm, loving and doing well on his training. Highly recommend Tammy!

    Asiya S.

    Verified owner · June 2023

    When I began my search for our new family member it was important for us to have someone who did genetic breed testing. I wanted a specific color of Shih Tzu. I came across Tammy’s profile on good dog. It stood out to me that everything was right there. Information about what testing had been done on her dogs, health guarantee, AKC registration, lots of photos. I seen the picture of my boy and messaged her asking questions. Tammy was always very responsive. When she sent me updated photos. I knew he was the one I wanted. Tammy made the process so easy. I was new to good dog and also having a puppy. All of my fur babies have been rescues. So I asked a million questions. Tammy did not hesitate at all answering them. Down to grooming, what products she used. Food, even the special Choco nose water bottles that the puppies were trained to use. Tammy was absolutely the most friendliest person, and truly cares about her dogs and puppies. She gave amazing pupdates with photos and videos. My puppy was so well socialized and loving. A lot goes into breeding a wonderful dog. Tammy and her family go above and beyond to make sure these puppies are ready for their new homes. I will be forever grateful to them for the love and care they gave to my sweet boy.

  • Masi W.

    Verified owner · July 2024

    Tammy was so amazing throughout the whole process! She kept in touch and sent me regular updates about my boy and answered all of my questions! She made the pickup process so easy, she was very flexible with everything!

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