I'm Marsha D., the breeder behind Tzu Dazzle Shih Tzu located in Pittsfield, IL. My family and I have owned the AKC Shih Tzu since 2007. Our dogs and cats live in the home with us as part of the family. They are considered pets first. We are breeders who do everything we can to better the breed and ensure our dogs and puppies are able to get the very most out of life.
Q. & A. with Marsha
Why did you start breeding?
After studying the breed and with the help of fellow Shih Tzu mentors, I started my breeding program in 2010.
What makes your program special?
Good health and temperament are essential, cuteness is guaranteed and lots of love is always included.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Marsha
Marsha 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
Connect with Marsha to learn more details about pricing.
Contract & health guarantee
Marsha 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 Marsha 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 Marsha directly.
Tzu Dazzle 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
Parent dogs
Jewel, mom
Shih Tzu
About Jewel
Born and bred here. Her mother, which I also own, came to us from Russia.
Ozzy, dad
Shih Tzu
About Ozzy
Black and White boy with a beautiful coat. Great pedigree. AKC registered.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Tzu Dazzle 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.
Brucellosis
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, Animal Genetics 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).