Frequently Asked Questions

Popular Questions

The first step in the process is to fill out our Puppy Info Request form. We will then email you information on our current or upcoming litters. At the moment, we are operating with a master waiting list. In order to be placed on this list or reserve an untrained puppy, you must place a 20%, non-refundable (but transferable) deposit. Trained puppies require a 50% deposit. The remaining balance is due at or before pickup. 

Once you pick a puppy we will verify disposition, activity level, and pack placement that will fit your family. 

Once the puppies have received their vaccinations at 6 weeks of age, we traditionally host a play date for our families that are on that litter. This is an opportunity for you to visit the pups, get some puppy love & meet the parents. For biosecurity reasons, this is the earliest that any of our puppies will have outside visitors.

At Jeffrey’s Shih Tzu Haven, welcoming one of our puppies means more than bringing home a pet—it means becoming part of our extended family. Every Shih Tzu we raise reflects the care, dedication, and experience that go into responsible, ethical breeding.

What Your Investment Covers

Professional Upbringing & Socialization
Our puppies are raised in a structured, family-oriented environment with early socialization, ensuring they develop into affectionate, confident, and well-adjusted companions.

Premium Nutrition
We provide high-quality nutrition and supplements to support healthy growth, strong immunity, and overall well-being during key developmental stages.

Health-Tested Parents
All of our breeding dogs are carefully selected and undergo appropriate health screening to promote long-term health, stability, and excellent temperament.

Ongoing Support
We remain available before, during, and long after your puppy goes home—offering guidance, answering questions, and supporting you throughout your journey as a Shih Tzu owner.

Comprehensive Health Guarantee
Each puppy is responsibly bred with long-term health in mind, giving families confidence and peace of mind.

Health Guarantee

All puppies from Jeffrey’s Shih Tzu Haven come with a 1-year genetic health guarantee in accordance with recommended breeding standards.

Families who continue with the nutrition and care guidelines we provide may qualify for an extended health guarantee up to the puppy’s third birthday, covering hereditary concerns such as:

  • Hereditary eye conditions
  • Respiratory health considerations common in small breeds
  • General genetic health conditions

Puppy Pricing

Pricing may vary based on coat type, pedigree, and level of training.

  • Companion Puppies – Typically starting at $800
  • Show or Breeding Prospects – Starting at $1,500+
  • Puppies with Training Programs – Pricing varies depending on training level (Started, Fully Trained, or Young Adult)

For current availability and exact pricing, families are encouraged to contact us directly.

⚠️ Important Notice

  • All puppies must have active health insurance prior to shipping
  • Puppies are transported in airline-approved, secure crates to ensure safety and comfort

At Jeffrey’s Shih Tzu Haven, our goal is to provide not just a puppy, but a healthy, loving companion that will bring joy, comfort, and companionship to your home for years to come.

Our Vaccination protocol: ( Canine 1-DAPPv+Cv is recommended for the vaccination of healthy dogs against diseases caused by canine Distemper, Adenovirus Type 1 (Hepatitis), Adenovirus Type 2 (Respiratory Disease), Parainfluenza, Parvovirus and Coronavirus. )

4 week NEOPAR (this is only to protect them against this 1 Virus: Parvovirus )
6 week DAPPv+CR and Bordetella
8 week DAPPv+CR
we would continue with DAPPvL2+CR and Bordetella at 12 week and a 16 week.

We deworm our pups with Pyrantle at 3, 4, 5 & 7 weeks of age. Then Monthly if they are here with us in training.

Our 8-week old untrained pups are crate trained and most of them are sleeping through the night without accidents. For a “potty trained” puppy, you will need to inquire about our training program. Trained pups stay with us & learn basic obedience, house & crate training.