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2 years old · Male
I'm Tamara C., the breeder behind Maison Petit Lion located in El Prado, NM. Welcome to Maison Petit Lion, a small home-based Shih-Tzu breeding program! We are a team of caring, loving, and knowledgeable breeders who deeply care about the well-being and quality of life of all our dogs. We take pride in raising healthy, happy, well-socialized, partially potty trained, small standard Shih-Tzu puppies that make great additions to most families. We provide our pups with a safe, loving, clean, and comfortable living environment. We ensure all our Shih-Tzu receive proper nutrition, plenty of exercise, and timely medical care as we work closely with our veterinarian to maintain the health and well-being of our Shih-Tzu. We are dedicated to producing high-quality Shih-Tzu puppies that are not only healthy and happy but also have excellent temperaments and personalities. We carefully select our breeding pairs based on our criterion which include their health, temperament, and overall quality, and we only breed dogs that meet these standards. We are not a large-scale program and only have a few litters each year, which allows us to provide individual attention and care to each of our Shih-Tzu. Our puppies are raised in our home with lots of love, attention, direction, plenty of re-direction, and socialization, so they are well-adjusted, and ready to join their new families. We take pride in the fact that our Shih-Tzu puppies continue to be well-loved by their new families and have brought so much joy and happiness into their new homes. We believe that our commitment to the well-being and quality of life of our Shih-Tzu sets us apart from other breeders. If you are looking for a loving and loyal companion that will bring joy and happiness to your life, consider adopting a Shih-Tzu puppy from Maison Petit Lion. We would love to hear from you and answer any questions you may have. Please feel free to contact us anytime. Thank you for considering Maison Petit Lion!
Why did you start breeding?
What makes your program special?
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Where do your breeding dogs live?
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Audrey Love
Female

Hope
Female

Peace
Male

Faith
Female
Cleopatra
Female
Chewbacca
Male
Tatiana
Female
Honor
Male
Spirit
Male
Grâce
Female
Truth Shrimp
Female
Heart
Female
Order
Male
OBoy - pics coming soon
Male
Odrey
Female
Omra
Female
Ondra
Female
Opalia
Female
Oreo
Male
Beau
Male
Huey
Male
Annabelle
Female
Luciano
Male
Dimitri
Male
Nikita
Female
Isis
Female
Egypt
Female
Osiris
Male
Ramses
Male
Sasha Piglet
Female
Tamara 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.

"All deposits are non-refundable. Non refundable."
Tamara 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 Tamara 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 Tamara directly.
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Tamara.
Meet in El Prado, NM
5243 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Tamara can meet at a location that works for both of you
Tamara has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years
Tamara was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
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Maison Petit Lion meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

Tamara C.
Review by Renee, NM I had the pleasure of adopting my Shizh Tzu ,Carlitos, from Tamara 3 years ago. Or should I say he adopted me ? Since he seems to be the one to have chosen me ! He came to me a healthy happy boy and I was pleasantly surprised to have been able to meet his “biological” parents who were friendly and happy as well. Tamara kept in constant communication with me once I decided I was going to take him . Any and all questions were always answered in a timely manner. Once it was time to bring him home it was beautiful that Carlitos was able to spend a short time with his mama before coming to his forever home with me. I loved that Tamara had done that , as I feel Carlitos was given a chance to have one last time with his family and it helped him transition into my home . I love him dearly and was thankful to have found and met Tamara and her pups . Since losing my senior furbaby he’s been a blessing for my healing and a complete joy to have. He has my heart.

Tamara C.
My pups enjoy weekly Reiki and soundbath sessions. Take a look at this 1-minute video to see for yourselves how effective singing bowls are on the pups' disposition. Sessions are 1 to 2 hours and the video gives you a glimpse over that period. Enjoy!
Shih Tzu
About Heart
Heart is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tamara decided to make her part of their program. Tamara 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.
Shih Tzu
About Ursula
Grand rising! That beautiful creature is Ursula. Daughter of Yuri/Cleopatra. Cleopatra is Tasya’s daughter. Yuri is AKC and Tasya is CKC and dna confirmed she’s 100% pure bred Shih-Tzu. So Ursula does not have an AKC registration and one of the few without that doc. She was born 10.22.22, fluctuates 9-10 lbs and is spayed, microchipped, fully vaccinated, in perfect health, potty trained, responds to basic commands, just a sweetheart who loves attention and snuggles. Her coloring is brown gold dobbie. She is $3500.
Shih Tzu
About Nikolai
Nikolai is a male Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Tamara decided to make him part of their program. Tamara 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.
Shih Tzu
About Nikita
Nikita is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tamara decided to make her part of their program. Tamara 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.
Shih Tzu
About Yuri
Dobie brown w cream markings. Liver.
Shih Tzu
About Tasya
Tasya is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tamara decided to make her part of their program. Tamara 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.
Hear what other owners say about working with Tamara to bring home their puppies.

JM S.
Verified owner · Feb. 2026
Tamara cares deeply about her Shih Tzu dogs, and breeding them. She offers them only the best lives. She carefully interviewed me as a potential adoptive parent to make sure I was a good fit for her dog and clearly wants to provide them with the best of home, and loving human companion. As a long time Shih Tzu owner myself I found the perfect adult Shih Tzu female from Tamara and her little flock. My Shih Tzu are now a wonderful match and grow closer everyday. What an incredible loving, well behaved companion "Cleopatra" is and I am so thankful to Tamara. I should add that Tamara remains ready to assist me as the adoptive parent of her "fur baby" with ongoing support and friendship as she integrate into their new life. I am impressed with Tamara's commitment to her pups and to spreading the love of Shih Tzu to others. Tamara and her Shih Tzu family are great caring "beings" in this world. Thank you Tamara and Cleopatra thanks you as well!
Tracy L.
Verified owner · Dec. 2024
It was a pleasure working with Tamara on our search for a Shih Tzu puppy. She was very responsive in replying to our request to know more about Gracey. She definitely wanted to make sure we were the right parents for her puppy and that she was the puppy we were looking for. We spent quite a bit of time meeting with the puppy at Tamara’s house and she gave us all the time we needed to make sure we were getting the right puppy. We highly recommend Tamara as it is clear she loves her dogs, treats them well and ensures they will be going to a loving home.
Brent A.
Verified owner · May 2025
Tamara has done a fine job! This dog was house broke and willing to take commands. This dog is a lover and smart! He loves to chew on a bone. I have called Tamara and reviewed his latest adventure.