Tiny Paw Stars LLC

Donna S.

Breeder of Chihuahuas

  • Mishawaka, IN
  • Responds within a day

Meet the breeder

I'm Donna S., the breeder behind Tiny Paw Stars LLC located in Mishawaka, IN. We are a passionate, ethical small-scale Chihuahua breeder running Tiny Paw Stars LLC, with a strong focus on health, temperament. Our breeding program prioritizes quality over quantity — producing only a handful of carefully planned litters each year from health-tested parents.

Q. & A. with Donna

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I fell in love with Chihuahuas the moment I met my first fur baby. I started Tiny Paw Stars because I wanted to responsibly bring more of that joy to others. healthy, chihuahuas who become true family members. Breeding Chihuahuas isn’t just a passion for me it’s about preserving everything I adore about this incredible breed and matching each puppy with the perfect forever home.
  • What makes your program special?

    What sets Tiny Paw Stars apart is our deep commitment to the breed and the people. Every puppy is born and raised inside our home, extensively socialized from day one, started on litter-box and potty-pad training, and sent home with a lifetime of breeder support.
  • What are the different breed coat types in your program?

    Our puppies have long coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.
  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include merle, black, cream and white, blue merle, black and white, and black and silver. 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 Donna

Donna 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 $2,550 - $5,750 final payment, before taxes & fees.

"AKC registration Age-appropriate vaccinations & deworming Veterinary health exam & health certificate Starter puppy pack Lifetime breeder support Microchip. (Price varies based on color, coat type, size potential, gender, and pedigree)."

Contract & health guarantee

Donna 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 Donna 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 Donna 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
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Food & treats
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • AKC registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Mishawaka, IN

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Chicago O'Hare Airport


Flexible meeting point

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

More about Donna

  • Club memberships

    Donna is a member of Chihuahua Club of America Inc.

  • Donna has been a member of Good Dog for 4 months

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

Donna is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Tiny Paw Stars LLC 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Tiny Paw Stars LLC 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 Chihuahuas.

  • Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)

    Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.

  • Elbow Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)

    Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.

  • Eye Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA), Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)

    Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.

  • Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not registered with OFA), Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)

    Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.

  • 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.

  • Vet Wellness Exam

    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.

Verified owner stories

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

  • Jane O.

    Verified owner · Jan. 2026

    Donna was wonderful to work with. She sent weekly updates , a video of his vet visit and pictures of mom and dad. She was responsive to my texts. Always answered within the day. She offered to meet us for delivery. We can tell that our puppy has been well socialized. He has adapted well to our home. He is a very loving pup. She set us up with a very generous “ going home” bag with his food, treats, blanket, brush for hair and teeth and more. Papers are well organized. She began potty training and he has done amazingly well with that. We couldn’t be happier with our experience with Donna and good dog. I would highly recommend Donna to anyone interested in a chihuahua pup.

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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