Top Hats 2 Shih Tzu’s

Susan G.

Breeder of Shih Tzus

  • Covington, GA
  • Responds within a few hours

Available puppies

Sawyer

Ready now

10 weeks old · Male

Rex

Ready now

10 weeks old · Male

Cole

Ready now

10 weeks old · Male

Remi

Ready now

10 weeks old · Male

Elsa

Ready now

10 weeks old · Female

Meet the breeder

I'm Susan G., the breeder behind Top Hats 2 Shih Tzu’s located in Covington, GA. Our dogs are our beloved companions. We care deeply about this breed and are proud to be responsible Shih Tzu breeders. Our dogs live in our home.

Q. & A. with Susan

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I had miniature poodles many years ago & bred them for year's. I always wanted a Shih Tzu but couldn't afford one. I got my first Shih Tzu 11 years ago and besides my 17 year old poodle which I still have, I never got anything but Shih tzus from then on. Their personality is the sweetest of any breed I've ever had and I've owned almost all the small breeds that don't shed since I have always loved animals but have allergies.
  • What makes your program special?

    We have excellent quality red, lavender, blues, liver, brindle, gold with black mask, tri color. We have lineage all the way from Romania & Sweeden from a retired breeder of 64 years!
  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include black and tan, tricolor, sable, chocolate and tan, liver, blue, gold, red, black and white, silver gold and white, silver and white, and gold 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 Susan

Susan has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Susan partners with them to find the best puppy match.

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,000 - $2,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price depends on color and whether full AKC breeding rights are needed or not. Deposit is non refundable if buyer changes their mind. Deposit is used as part of purchase price to hold a specific puppy.”

Contract & health guarantee

Susan 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 Susan 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 Susan directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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on Good Dog

When you pay and communicate on Good Dog, you’re covered by Payment Protection.

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
      • 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
    • Extras
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Registration
      • Toys
      • Initial potty training

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Covington, GA

517 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta Airport

537 miles away

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Flexible meeting point

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

More about Susan

  • Susan has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years

    Susan was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.

  • Susan’s links

Susan is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Top Hats 2 Shih Tzu’s 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

Top Hats 2 Shih Tzu’s 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.

  • Full Embark 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 Susan to bring home their puppies.

  • Cessy M.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2026

    Susan was a wonderful person to work with! She was very responsive and answered any questions I had! Very sweet and helpful. I love my puppy so much we are settling in and he’s so great and happy! I’m super thankful for Susan she went above and beyond!

    AB

    Anique B.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2026

    We had a great experience with Susan. Communication was consistent and it is obvious she truly cares about the health and well-being of the pups. Our Yoshi is healthy, well-socialized, and was raised in a loving environment. Highly recommend Susan.

    Alicia S.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2026

    Susan was the absolute best and I highly recommend her. Our new baby is now 7 months old and thriving. So playful, so loving, and has brought so much joy to my parents that was so desperately needed due to loss and illness. I will always consider Susan for anyone looking for a very reputable breeder that is very ethical and compassionate about her dogs. Top Notch!

  • Diane C.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2026

    Susan is an experienced Shih Tzu breeder that we were fortunate to find . We received many updates and videos on the puppy we chose, until we could pick her up at 8 weeks of age . Our little girl was happy with her first 2 months of checkups and deworming completed . Our personal Vet stated she had no worms and was in excellent health . Susan was easy to communicate with and responsive to all my questions . Susan even sent our little one home with many goodies including high quality dog food , treats and toys .Excellent experience dealing with Susan , I highly recommend her .

    LT

    LInda T.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2026

    I had a wonderful experience with Susan from Top Hats 2 Shih Tzu's. She was very easy to communicate with and very responsive. Alex has been a great addition to our home. I can tell Susan puts in a lot of love in her work. I would highly recommend Susan for anyone wanting to add a sweet Shih Tzu to their home.

    Laura R.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2025

    Once we had done our research, and decided a Shih Tzu was the breed we wanted, I began looking for reputable breeders. I happened across the Good Dog site, which vets and curates dog breeders, and Susan was listed. We looked at a number of dogs, (both on and not) on Good Dog, but one pup really caught our attention. Something just drew us to him. I contacted Susan and received an immediate response. We chatted back and forth for a while and we were impressed that she was concerned that we would provide a great home for the dog. She also answered all our questions and left us feeling assured we were making a good choice and that she had been well vetted by Good Dog. We were already planning a trip to the area where she lives and asked if she would hold him until we got there. Long story short, she not only was happy to hold him for us, but sent videos and pics regularly so we could see him healthy and growing. Susan was kind, responsive, and answered all our questions. Now we have a beautiful, healthy new member of our family, and we couldn't be more excited! We would not hesitate to get another Shih Tzu from Susan!

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