Every puppy here was born in our home, held from day one, and loved before they ever knew the word. Browse our current litter — and when you're ready, we'll make sure the right one finds you.
Availableshih-tzu · ♀ Female
Noodle has opinions. Loud opinions. She grumbles when you pick her up wrong, whines when her food bowl isn't filled fast enough, and lets out tiny "aroo" sounds when she wants attention.
Availableshih-tzu · ♂ Male
Pudge is the roundest, fluffiest little potato you'll ever meet. He moves at his own pace—which is slow—and nothing rattles him. Not the vacuum, not the doorbell, not even his siblings pouncing on his head. But the crinkle of a treat bag? That gets him waddling over with surprising speed
Availableshih-tzu · ♂ Male
Dumpling is convinced he is your actual shadow. Where you go, he goes—even if that means tripping you in the hallway. He whimpers the second you're out of sight, but the moment you pick him up, he lets out a tiny sigh of pure contentment and burrows his face into your neck. His favorite spot? Curled up in the hood of your sweatshirt.
Availableshih-tzu · ♀ Female
A sleek, black-and-white border collie mix with one white-tipped ear. bernie is too smart for her own good. She learns tricks in five minutes
Availableshih-tzu · ♂ Male
This sweet soul was born to cuddle. From day one, he's been the one who seeks out warmth and comfort, curling up against his mom or siblings whenever possible. He has an uncanny ability to sense when someone needs a little extra love, and he's always ready to offer it—pressing his soft little head against your hand, gazing up with those trusting eyes, and melting into your arms like he was made to be held. He follows you from room to room, not out of neediness, but out of genuine devotion, wanting simply to be near his favorite person. At night, he'll nestle into your neck and let out the most peaceful little snores. If you're looking for a faithful companion who will be your shadow and your heart, this loving boy is the one
Availableshih-tzu · ♀ Female
This little ball of sunshine is the life of the party! From the moment she opens her eyes in the morning until she finally crashes for a nap, she's in constant motion—chasing imaginary butterflies, pouncing on unsuspecting toys, and inviting every sibling to wrestle. Her favorite game is tug-of-war with a rope toy, and she'll happily entertain himself for hours with a crinkly ball. When you come near, she'll race over with her whole rear end wagging, tail held high like a little flag of joy. She's the first to investigate new sounds, the first to greet visitors, and the first to fall asleep in your lap after wearing himself out. Life with this little guy is never boring—he'll keep you laughing every single day.
Availableshih-tzu · ♂ Male
This handsome little gentleman is the quiet observer of the litter—always watching, always thinking, always ready with a soulful gaze that will melt your heart. While his siblings bounce off the walls, he prefers to sit back and take in the world around him, studying every sound and movement with calm curiosity. When you pick him up, he'll nuzzle right into the crook of your arm and let out the tiniest contented sigh, as if to say "this is exactly where I belong." He's not the loudest or the pushiest, but he's the one who will stare at you with those big brown eyes and remind you that sometimes the quietest souls have the deepest love to give.
What you feed your Shih Tzu in the first year shapes their health for life. Here's exactly what we feed our puppies — and what we recommend you continue at home.
Puppies begin eating softened dry kibble mixed with warm water or puppy milk replacer. We use a high-quality small-breed puppy formula. At this age they still nurse occasionally, so meals are small and frequent — 4 times a day.
Never skip the transition period. Switching food too fast causes stomach upset.
Fully weaned and eating solid kibble 3× per day. Portion size is roughly ¼ cup per meal for the average Shih Tzu puppy. Fresh water must always be available. Avoid human food and table scraps at this stage.
Shih Tzus are prone to hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) as puppies — never skip meals.
Move to 2 meals per day as the puppy matures. Continue a small-breed puppy formula until 12 months. Monitor weight — an adult Shih Tzu should stay between 9–16 lbs. Dental chews are excellent at this stage for their teeth.
Shih Tzus can be picky eaters. Stick to one brand and resist the urge to add variety every week.
Transition to a small-breed adult formula. 2 meals per day, approximately ½ cup per meal depending on weight and activity level. Omega-3 supplements (fish oil) keep their double coat lustrous and their skin healthy.
Shih Tzus are brachycephalic — use flat, wide food bowls to make eating comfortable.
Shih Tzus develop fast. Here's what's happening inside our home from the moment a litter is born to the day they're ready to meet you.
Eyes and ears closed. Completely dependent on mom. We handle them gently for 5 minutes a day to begin socialization.
Eyes and ears open. Wobbly first steps. They start recognizing voices — this is when they first hear Henry every morning.
Full of energy. Puppies begin eating softened food. Personality traits start showing — you'll see who's bold and who's cuddly.
Vaccinations done. Vet-checked. Legally and developmentally ready for their forever family.
The most growth happens here. Expect your puppy to reach about 75% of their adult weight by 6 months.
Fully grown. Adult Shih Tzus weigh 9–16 lbs and stand 8–11 inches tall. The double coat is now in full bloom.
When you buy a puppy, you're buying their entire upbringing — not just what they look like on paper. Here's what our puppies experience every single day.
Our compound has a safe, grassed yard where puppies run, tumble, and explore in fresh air daily. This is not a cage operation. Every puppy gets real outdoor time from week three onward.
Puppies grow up around adults, children, and the sounds of a real household — TV, music, cooking, laughter. This makes them calm and adaptable in any home, not just ours.
Our puppies grow up seeing and interacting with adult Shih Tzus. They learn social cues, bite inhibition, and how to communicate with other dogs before they leave us.
Every puppy is gently touched, held, and talked to from birth. By the time they leave, being picked up, having their paws held, and getting a bath are all normal — not stressful.
We establish sleep and feeding routines early. Your puppy already knows what a schedule feels like before they arrive at your home — making the transition smoother.
We work with a licensed Fresno-area vet who sees every litter. Vaccinations, deworming, and health checks are done on schedule — never skipped, never delayed.
We keep our adoption process simple, transparent, and personal. No middlemen, no shipping, no strangers. Just Henry and you.
When a litter is born, we reach out to our waitlist in order. You'll get first pick based on when you joined. No surprises, no bidding wars.
We'll send you photos and videos of available puppies. You can also visit in person once the puppies are 4+ weeks old. Henry walks you through each one's personality.
A non-refundable deposit holds your puppy until they're ready to go home at 6 weeks. The deposit applies toward the final purchase price.
You come to our home in Fresno. Henry introduces you to the parents, walks you through the health records, and sends you home with everything your puppy needs. Local pickup only.
We do not ship puppies. All pickups happen in person in Fresno, CA. This lets us meet you, answer your questions, and make sure every puppy goes to a home we trust.
Litters come regularly. Join our waitlist and we'll call you personally when the next one is born.