Good Roots Shih Tzu's

Raised by Teresa R.

Certified Breeder of Shih Tzus

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Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Good Roots Shih Tzu's located in Labelle, FL. We breed gorgeous puppies with great temperaments, that will be awesome companions for approved families. We are a small private breeder of top-quality Shih Tzu's located on a few private farm acres outside of Labelle Florida. We only have a small number Raised and socialized inside our home.

Teresa’s experience

  • About Teresa

    I have been raising dogs since 1991 when I started in Montana. There I was a member of the AKC Club and showed Dogs for several years. We moved to Florida and I started the 4h dog club in the city where I live. Sadly Irma hit and I got too busy to continue. Currently, we are raising a small number of Shih Tzu's for forever homes here in sunny Florida.

  • What makes Teresa’s program special

    We raise puppies inside our home. All our breeding pairs are always embark tested. We also socialize and pad train our puppies so they are ready for their new homes.

  • Teresa is a member of a club

    American Shih Tzu Club

Puppies

Boomer

Reserved

Male • Went Home July 1, 2024

Shih Tzu

Micky

Reserved

Male • Went Home July 1, 2024

Shih Tzu

Boy 1

Reserved

Male • Went Home June 23, 2024

Shih Tzu

Bond

Reserved

Male • Went Home June 23, 2024

Shih Tzu

Diamond

Reserved

Female • Went Home Mar. 8, 2024

Shih Tzu

Girl 1

Reserved

Female • Went Home Mar. 8, 2024

Shih Tzu

Boy 2

Reserved

Male • Went Home Dec. 15, 2022

Shih Tzu

Girl 1

Reserved

Female • Went Home Dec. 15, 2022

Shih Tzu

Getting a puppy from Teresa

Teresa 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. You'll also have the chance to share a bit about yourself and what you're looking for in a new companion. 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 range from $1,500 - $3,000 and include a non-refundable deposit of $500.

“The price includes AKC paperwork Health certification, negative giardia test, puppy starter bag, and vaccinations including Neopar so your puppy is up to date when you receive him or her. Due when we agree upon placement of your puppy.”

Contract and health guarantee

Teresa 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 Teresa 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 Teresa directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

Our puppies will be socialized with humans and other dogs. We will start on potty training and get them used to loud noises inside, farm animals, and the great outdoors. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with other dogs, Scent introduction, Socialized with children, Surface & tactile stimulation, Various sounds, Household Desensitization, Scents, also have lots of friends and family who come over to handle the puppies and help out with the puppies daily. I do not take them to public places to expose them to people as they are not fully vaccinated until 16 weeks. , Car Rides, Outdoors (when Weather permits), Noise desensitized , Various Surfaces , Noises , Strangers, Structures, e.g. Climbing, Toys, e.g. Ball, Early Neurological Stimulation, Chew, e.g. Bone, Grooming Desensitization, Sound Stimulation, Socialized with Adult Dogs, and Socialized with Children.

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Puppy health practices

All of our puppies come with a veterinarian certificate of health and are vaccinated up to date including Neopar up to 12 weeks of age. A negative Giardia will be included.

Extras

We send our puppies home with Initial potty training, Microchip, Welcome Home bag, Vaccinations, Food Starter Bag, Certificate of Health, Breed Club Registration, Blanket with Mom's Scent, and AKC Registration.

Bringing your puppy home

Teresa offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.

Pick up your puppy in Labelle, FL or nearby

If you’re nearby, you can visit in person to pick up your pup. If you’re far away, you can travel by car or plane.

“We would be happy to meet you at the airport or within 50 miles we can deliver. If flying please prearrange your time with the seller before buying your tickets.”

Get your puppy dropped off to you

Work with a trusted flight nanny or transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.

More about Teresa

  • Why Teresa started breeding

    I got into breeding in 1991 while I was showing dogs in AKC in Montana. I have enjoyed it ever since.

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

    Teresa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

  • Teresa’s program includes five colors

    Teresa’s Shih Tzu puppies include blue, black and white, black, liver, and blue and white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

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Teresa is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Good Roots 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

Meet Teresa's parent dogs

All breeds

Shih Tzu

Parent health testing

Shih Tzu

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Good Roots 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.

  • Eye Examination (rDVM, not 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)

    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.

  • Canine Good Citizen (CGC), 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.

  • Dominant Black DNA Test, DNA Profile, D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM), Renal Cystadenocarcinoma and Nodular Dermatofibrosis (RCND), Congenital Dyshormonogenic Hypothyroidism with Goiter, Shih Tzu Type, X-Linked Progressive Retinal Atrophy 1, Cone Degeneration, Agouti DNA Test, Canine Multifocal Retinopathy (cmr3; BEST1 Exon 10 SNP), Chondrodystrophy (CDDY and IVDD Risk) with or without Chondrodysplasia (CDPA), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Chondrodystrophy and IVDD Risk (CDDY-IVDD), Bald Thigh Syndrome (IGFBP5), DNA Disease Panel

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    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 Teresa to bring home their puppies.

  • KF

    Karen F.

    Aug. 2024

    Teresa is an excellent breeder and has bred some beautiful puppies from her program involving European imported shih tzus. Her house is so clean and cheerful and all her dogs and puppies are healthy...

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