I'm the breeder behind You Little Shih-tzu’s 😊 located in Reading, MI. We breed high-quality puppies. We love what we do and are committed to producing well-bred, healthy puppies for loving homes. We have developed several protocols to ensure the health and well-being of all of our dogs. It’s our top priority to make sure each of our puppy families welcomes a happy and healthy new family member into their homes!
About Tami
My name is Tami. I am the mother of 5, and oddly enough the mother of 5 fur babies too! We all love the Shih-tzu breed and find so much joy in sharing this breed with other families who are looking to add to their family! They bring something very special to a home! 🥰
What makes Tami’s program special
I’m a small home breeder, I raise my puppies in my home where there they are exposed to all sorts of noises, other animals and humans, including children, that will help them become well socialized.
Newborn Shih Tzus from Musket and Millie
Born Feb. 2025. Ready Apr. 15
Expected Shih Tzus from Musket and Molly
Due Mar. 2025. Ready May 10
Planned Shih Tzus from Musket and Marley
Due May 2025. Ready July 2025
Planned Shih Tzus from Musket and Mae Bell
Due May 2025. Ready July 2025
Newborn Shih Tzus from Musket and Millie
Born Feb. 2025
Ready Apr. 15
Expected Shih Tzus from Musket and Molly
Due Mar. 2025
Ready May 10
Planned Shih Tzus from Musket and Marley
Due May 2025
Ready July 2025
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Tami 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.
Puppy prices range from $1,400 - $1,600 and include a non-refundable deposit of $200.
“The price includes CKC limited registration, first round of vaccinations, deworming, a puppy pack (puppy food, blanket, potty pads and a toy) and socialized.”
Tami 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 Tami 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 Tami directly.
Our puppies are well-adjusted to a home environment and socialized with children, other dogs and cats. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Scent introduction, Socialized with children, Surface & tactile stimulation, and Various sounds.
All puppies are vaccinated and vet checked before going to their new homes.
We send our puppies home with Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Initial potty training, Toys, Food & treats, Vet records, Basic obedience & manners, and Registration.
Tami offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
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 don’t ship our puppies, but you are welcome to come to home or I am available to video chat! 😊 ”
Work with a trusted transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at a meeting point close to home.
Why Tami started breeding
I got my first Shih-tzu and fell in love!!! I wanted to share this experience with everyone possible! This is how it all started! 🥰
Tami is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder
Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.
Tami has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Tami was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
You Little Shih-tzu’s 😊 meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Shih Tzu
Shih Tzu
About Musket
Musket is a male Shih Tzu over 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Tami decided to make him part of their program. Tami 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.
Excellent health testing
DNA Profile, DNA Disease Panel
Shih Tzu
About Millie
Millie is a female Shih Tzu over 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tami decided to make her part of their program. Tami 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.
Excellent health testing
DNA Profile, DNA Disease Panel
Shih Tzu
About Molly
Molly is a female Shih Tzu almost 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tami decided to make her part of their program. Tami 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.
Excellent health testing
DNA Profile, DNA Disease Panel
Shih Tzu
About Mae Bell
Mae Bell is a female Shih Tzu almost 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tami decided to make her part of their program. Tami 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.
Excellent health testing
DNA Profile, DNA Disease Panel
Shih Tzu
About Marley
Marley is a female Shih Tzu almost 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tami decided to make her part of their program. Tami 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.
Excellent health testing
DNA Profile, DNA Disease Panel
Shih Tzu
You Little 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.
DNA Profile
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).
Hear what other owners say about working with Tami to bring home their puppies.
Terry J.
Nov. 2024
From the moment we chose Teddy as our new pup, Tami was so amazing. We had a zoom call (which I think is a great idea for both parties). She kept us in the loop as to how he was doing, giving us...
Bryce S.
Nov. 2024
Tami was amazing all the way through. She gave us so much helpful information and was so easy to talk to. We had a ton of questions as Tucker is our first Shih-tzu, and she was so kind and patient...
Brad J.
Oct. 2024
Wyatt is a wonderful dog. He is so full of energy & he has taken to both Rhonda & I as loving owners. We take him outside regularly & often & he does his business well out there. Inside, he has...
Raven B.
Aug. 2024
Tami was wonderful and connected me with my new baby Cherry 🍒 and I honestly cannot thank her enough. Cherry is a spunky and feisty puppy with a wonderful temperament she is very quick to learn and...
Linda R.
Aug. 2024
Our whole experience with Tami has been easy, she had quick responses to my questions or requests to see pictures and videos, nothing but top notch. I found Tallie when she was about 10 days old on...
Kate K.
July 2024
Tami was amazing from the first day. We FaceTimed and she answered all my questions and asked me questions that made me know she cares. She sent multiple pictures during the process. She answered SO...
Low energy
Energy level
Allergy-friendly
Allergy
Low shedding
Shedding
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.