I'm Terri G., the breeder behind Terri Geiser-Gilchrist located in Cañon City, CO. Shih Tzus are our passion, and frenchies have become our newest loves. Wee can't imagine spending our lives without them. We are dedicated towards achieving excellence and healthy family pets, and we are always working to further our education so that we can continue to improve our breeding program.
Q. & A. with Terri
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Shih Tzu puppies include chocolate, liver, and red. French Bulldog puppies include fawn 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.
Moose
Went home
Male
Ellie
Went home
Female
Ace
Went home
Male
Milo
Went home
Male
Sassy
Went home
Female
Cara
Went home
Female
Aiden
Went home
Male
Asher
Went home
Male
Abel
Went home
Male
Angel
Went home
Female
Axel
Went home
Male
Angus
Went home
Male
Adam
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Terri
Terri 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 $1,000 - $3,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“This price includes health guarantee, current vaccinations, deworming, starter food, toys and blanket. All puppies are eligible for AKC registration.”
Contract & health guarantee
Terri 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 Terri 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 Terri directly.
Terri Geiser-Gilchrist 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
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Terri G.
Litter update on 12 July •
Moose, Milo and Ellie
Doomsday and Ivy's litter
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Terri G.
Program update on 10 July •
Beautiful puppies
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Terri G.
Litter update on 26 June •
With mom and dad
Doomsday and Ivy's litter
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Terri G.
Litter update on 02 June •
These super gorgeous pups are available and ready to go.
Doomsday and Ivy's litter
Parent dogs
All breeds
French Bulldog
Shih Tzu
Ivy, mom
French Bulldog
About Ivy
Ivy is an active girl. She loves to go outside and run with her pals. And also loves to snuggle in my lap
Doomsday, dad
French Bulldog
About Doomsday
Doomsday is a very sweet boy. He loves nothing more than to be right next to you and have your hand on him.
Glory, mom
Shih Tzu
About Glory
Red and white
Draco, dad
Shih Tzu
About Draco
Draco is a male Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Terri decided to make him part of their program. Terri 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
Terri Geiser-Gilchrist 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.
DNA Profile
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 Terri to bring home their puppies.
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Molly G.
Verified owner · Mar. 2025
Terri was so responsive and I could tell her litter was very well cared for. My Archie is the sweetest little guy with a wonderful temperament. I couldn’t be happier with him! Everything went so smoothly with Terri. I highly recommend her!!
Kat B.
Verified owner · Jan. 2025
Terri was great to work with getting our puppy, she made the process so easy. We, just love your new puppy !