Shih Tzu Puppies for Sale in Houston TX by Uptown Puppies

How much do Shitzu puppies for sale in Houston TX cost?

Bunching up all of the Shih Tzu puppies for sale in Houston and putting them all into the same price range is absolutely impossible. The price that you should expect to pay for a Shih Tzu puppy will depend on quite a few factors including the experience of the breeder, the coat color and pattern of the puppy. If you’re having trouble finding your ideal puppy that’s also in your price range, Uptown Puppies should be your next stop.

Can I own a Shih Tzu in a small apartment?

Yes, yes, yes! Houston Shih Tzu breeders will waste no time explaining how important a smaller dog is when living in an apartment or small home which is why a Shih Tzu may be the perfect choice. Shih Tzus are easy tempered and aren’t too fussy about their living situations! As long as your pooch is getting regular light exercise, some time outside and lots of affection, they are bound to be one happy camper.

Will I only be connected with local Shih Tzu breeders?

Finding Shih Tzu puppies for sale Houston should not be any different than finding a Shih Tzu puppy in the United States that fits your specific desires. When you work with a professional breeder like the ones that are a part of the Uptown Puppies network it is likely that the breeders have experience arranging transport to the most convenient airport for their customers.

How do you screen Shih Tzu breeders?

Puppy mills and backyard breeders may be more common than you think! In order to find a solution for the puppy breeding community we’ve put into place strict vetting standards that only allow 10% of applicants to join our top-rated network. When you Google “Shih Tzu puppies in Houston” or “Shih Tzu for sale in Houston all you are really doing is sorting businesses by marketing budget which is exactly what Uptown Puppies tries to avoid.

Why shouldn’t I be finding a puppy through general online searches?

Throughout our many years of businesses it has become ever so clear that fraudulent businesses such as puppy mills or backyard breeders flourish online. At Uptown, you and your family are only ever connected with the top 10% of breeders online that pass our strict vetting procedures. Instead of searching “Shih Tzu breeders Houston” or “Houston Shih Tzus for sale” spend some time meeting our all-star breeders below!

How should I think of a puppy mill?

A puppy mill is sort of like an assembly line or a factory, except instead of building doors or windows they breed hundreds of dogs for profit without care for the long term health of the dog. While some puppy mills are very large scale, there are some other types of smaller scale breeders that are often referred to as backyard breeders who are in some cases just as bad. When you start to search Shih Tzu Houston or Houston Shih Tzus for sale, it's likely that over half of the results are going to be unprofessional or unethical puppy businesses.

Are there any Shih Tzu puppies available right now?

Of course there are. If you’re still wasting your time searching online for Shih Tzus for sale in Houston or Houston Shih Tzu puppies for sale it might be time to give the Uptown Puppies network a chance. No local breeders have the puppy you want? Not a problem! The Uptown Puppies network is made up of top rated puppy businesses across the country, all of whom will go out of their way to introduce you to your new Shih Tzu puppy.

How did the Shih Tzu originate?

The Shih Tzu is a tiny little companion dog with mysterious origins. WHile some experts say they were originally bred by Tibeten monks, others say they were companions for Chinese royalty far before then. One fact that everyone agrees on, the Shih Tzu is ancient— actually one of the oldest breeds in the world! If you Google “Houston Shih Tzu for sale” or “Shih Tzus for sale Houston” you’re bound to find some pretty fascinating stories about these dogs’ history.

How does Uptown Puppies handle backyard breeders?

At Uptown Puppies we’ve learned the hard way, just like many dog lovers across the country that if you search Shih Tzu for sale Houston or Shih Tzu puppies Houston that your likelihood of coming across a backyard breeder is extremely high. That is why we’ve put strict vetting policies into place that eliminate 90% of breeders and puppy businesses that don’t stand up to our high set standards.

Does a Shih Tzu require a lot of grooming?

Shih Tzus do require regular grooming and are happiest when they can receive full brushings two or three times a week and baths once every couple of weeks as well. Shih Tzus have thick, double coats that actually prevent shed hair from falling to the ground which is why establishing a brushing routine early is imperative. If you take some time to speak with one of our Shih Tzu breeders in Houston you’ll find out a lot of great grooming techniques that can make your ownership experience easy!