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About Shih Tzus
Shih Tzu means “little lion,” but these dogs are anything but ferocious. In fact, these ancient lap dogs were bred solely to be companions—and that’s a job they take very seriously! There’s a whole lot to love about these adorable little pups...
Great for Small Homes
The Shih Tzu’s tiny frame makes them perfectly suited to apartment and city life, and they also fit perfectly in your lap, too.
Absolutely Adorable
For thousands of years, the Shih Tzu has been bringing smiles to peasants and emperors alike—and is now coming to a camera near you!
Fun-Loving
Shih Tzus pack a lot of GO into that little body. These pups love to play and always seem to have a blast!
Great for Kids
As long as children are taught how to play properly with a small puppy, they’ll get along great with this gentle and kind pooch.
Ready for Adventure
Shih Tzus love tagging along on whatever you’re up to—whether that’s a long nap on the sofa or a jaunt to the grocery store.
Loving and Loyal
Shih Tzus are companion dogs first, and they take that job seriously! Shih Tzus love people and love spending time with their families.
Shih Tzu Puppy Alumni
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Our 3 Part Mission
The happiness of our customers, our breeders, and your puppy is the foundation of everything we do.
Connect...
Connect responsible, ethical breeders with responsible, ethical buyers. Our mission is to take the uncertainty and headache out of finding the perfect puppy.
Educate...
Help owners keep their puppies happy and healthy throughout the dog's entire life by sourcing and creating the best products, services, and learning materials.
Accelerate...
Accelerate the elimination of puppy mills by empowering humane breeders and exposing those with inhumane operations. We want to be part of the solution.
5 Star Breeders
We only work with Shih Tzu breeders who pass our 47 breeder standards. Here are a few of them...
Vintage Pups
5 Star Breeder
Puppy Place
5 Star Breeder
PuppySpot
5 Star Breeder
Ralphs Puppies
5 Star Breeder
BigBoys
5 Star Breeder
PuppyTime
5 Star Breeder
Top Line Pups
5 Star Breeder
Prestigious Pups
5 Star Breeder
About Uptown Approved Breeders
No puppy mills. No scams. We thoroughly vet all breeders based on our 47 Breeder Standards. When you find a puppy at Uptown, you're not just getting a dog--you're getting peace of mind that your new best friend is coming from an experienced, ethical breeder who loves dogs just as much as you do.
Questions & Answers
It’s impossible to say exactly how much you will pay for Los Angeles Shih Tzu puppies for sale because there are several factors that can affect the price. For example, the coat color, gender, and even eye color can make a difference. So there are lots of things to consider when it comes to Shih Tzu puppies for sale in Los Angeles.
Yes! When it comes to Los Angeles Shih Tzus for sale, these pups are very happy living in small apartments. They are small dogs, after all. If you have a small home, you can look for Shih Tzu puppies for sale Los Angeles with confidence because they will not have a problem sharing a small city apartment.
Absolutely! There are lots of Los Angeles Shih Tzu breeders in our network, but if you can’t find the right puppy locally, we will connect you with breeders and businesses nationwide. That means if you find the perfect Shih Tzu pup outside of your state, the breeder can arrange transport for your puppy to your nearest major airport.
We have very strict requirements about which breeders get into our network. There are many Shih Tzu breeders in Los Angeles, but we screen all applicants and only approve 10%, which gives you an idea about how strict we are. See our Breeder Pledge to get a better understanding of what makes exceptional Shih Tzu breeders Los Angeles.
It’s sad but true: there are lots of puppy scammers out there. We wanted to provide a safe place where people could find Shih Tzu puppies Los Angeles without worrying about coming across scammers or puppy mills. Because all the breeders and businesses here are fully vetted, you know that you are choosing your Shih Tzu from the very best.
Everything! These places are like factories for dogs and their number one concern is maximizing profits. Please avoid mills when you are finding Shih Tzu puppies in Los Angeles. We only connect you with the best Shih Tzu Los Angeles breeders and businesses, so make sure you’re only getting your puppy from ethical breeders.
Whatever type of Los Angeles Shih Tzu for sale you’re after, you’ll find it in just a few clicks when you use Uptown Puppies. There are many excellent breeders in our network, which means you will have a huge amount of choice. So start searching here and get ready to meet your cute Shih Tzu puppy soon!
When you look for a Shih Tzu for sale Los Angeles, it’s important to remember that all dogs are individuals. But in general, Shih Tzus are typically very gentle, friendly and loving. They have a lot of energy, but they also love nothing more than curling up on their owners’ laps and spending time with them.
Shih Tzus are relaxed, kind, and not aggressive in the slightest. Of course, every dog is an individual, so keep that in mind when you search for Shih Tzus for sale in Los Angeles. But in general, they are great around kids. Once you find a Shih Tzu for sale in Los Angeles, they will want to spend a lot of time playing with the kids to use up their energy.
Shih Tzus do not present any specific problems when it comes to training. When you look for Shih Tzus for sale Los Angeles, be aware that they can be a bit stubborn. As such, you will need to be consistent in your training efforts. But give them lots of praise, treats, and encouragement, and you shouldn’t have any problems.
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