Shih Tzu Knot

Raised by Nashandra J.

Certified Breeder of Shih Tzus

  • Preferred Breeder

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Shih Tzu Knot located in Alabama. We're a family-run breeding program offering healthy, well-mannered, loyal companions to others! Health and temperament are our focus. With each litter we raise, we socialize/train our pups to easily acclimate to new & busy households. We have the sweetest, cutest pups around-- I shih tzu not!!!

Newborn & upcoming litters

Newborn Shih Tzus from Nova and Suuki

Born Apr. 2023. Ready July 5, 2023

Newborn Shih Tzus from Nova and Suuki

Born Apr. 2023

Ready July 5, 2023

Getting a puppy from Nashandra

Nashandra 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 $900 - $1,500 and include a non-refundable deposit of $300.

“Price includes health guarantee, registration, and welcome home puppy kit. Puppies will be current on vaccinations, dewormed, and well-socialized.”

Contract and health guarantee

Nashandra 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 Nashandra 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 Nashandra directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

Our puppies are well-adjusted to a busy home environment and socialized with children and other dogs. Beginning at day 3, puppies are introduced to bio-sensory enrichment. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Noise Desensitization, Puppy Temperament Evaluation, Early Neurological Stimulation, Grooming Desensitization, Household Desensitization, Sound Stimulation, Socialized with Other Animals, Socialized with Children, Early socialization, Puppy Pads, Pee Pad Intro, Noise desensitization, Name recognition , Sit Command, Biosensor Training, Potty Training, and Crate Training.

Puppy health practices

All puppies are vaccinated and taken to the vet for health clearance before going home.

Extras

We send our puppies home with Puppy Starter Kit, Vaccinations, and Welcome Home bag.

Bringing your puppy home

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

Pick up your puppy in Alabama 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 do not currently provide a shipping option for our puppies but you can come to our home for picks ups or we'd be happy to meet you at a predetermined location.”

More about Nashandra

Nashandra is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Shih Tzu Knot 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 health testing

Shih Tzu

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Shih Tzu Knot 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.

  • Hip Dysplasia

    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 Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)

    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 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 (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.

  • DNA Disease 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).