NURSERY HOME

Raising your next Shih Tzu

Raised inside our family home, health checked, and prepared for lifelong companionship.

Welcome to Northern California’s Nursery Home Shih Tzu

The Leader In Home Ready Shih Tzu Puppies

We are one of the nation’s leading Home-Ready Shih Tzu Adoption Centers – offering Shih Tzu puppies purposefully raised and trained from birth to have the genetics, personality, and training to be ready as an emotional support companion. 

Let us Guide You To Your Dream Home Shih Tzu

The Pawprint Experience

We work hard to breed the world’s most exceptional Home Shih Tzus for emotional support, combining superior genetics, expert care, and intentional training to create dogs that transform the lives of our families.

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NHS READY

Calm, No-Shed Puppy

Our Shih Tzus are non-shedding and raised with the genetics, personality, and socialization ideal for emotional support dogs (NHS).

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KID READY

Family Raised & Loved

Our puppies are family-raised from day one at our north California home. Socialization begins at birth, with supervised time with our kids and other pets.

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EARLY TRAINING

Leash, Collar & Crate

Our pups are introduced to a collar, leash and crate at an early age, and will be calm and comfortable with each before they go to their new homes.

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VET-READY

Health Protocol

All our pups receive regular vet health checks, and will come with age-appropriate shots, a microchip, and full health records ready for your vet.

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GENETICS

Health Promise

Our health promise guarantees your pup’s genetic health for at least 12 months from it’s date of birth. See the full description here: HAP Health Promise

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PUPPY CONNECTION

Bonding Promise

Bring your pup home, and follow our 7‑Day Take-Home Plan; if bonding is slow, we offer free 1‑on‑1 trainer support until it clicks (up to 4 weeks).

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WHATSAPP

Pawprint Concierge

Get week‑one daily pics/updates during the entire adoption process, get your vet docs in one place, bond tracking, 30–60s Keepsake video at pickup, and Lifetime Client Support when you adopt from us!

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TRAINING

Advanced Training

Our pups have advanced socialization and basic training from birth. They’re also eligible to enroll in additional training for potty & obedience. See the Training Packages tab for More!

Why Shih Tzu Puppies Make the Perfect Companion for Families

Posted on March 18, 2024

If you're looking for a furry companion that is loyal, affectionate, and great with children, look no further than the Shih Tzu. These adorable little dogs have been a popular breed for many years, and it's easy to see why. Here are just a few reasons why Shih Tzu puppies make the perfect pet for families.

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Their Affectionate Nature

One of the things that sets Shih Tzus apart from other breeds is their affectionate nature. They love nothing more than to snuggle up with their owners and show them how much they care. Shih Tzus are known for being lap dogs, and they will happily curl up in your lap for hours on end. They also enjoy being petted and getting belly rubs, which makes them great companions for both children and adults.

Their Playful Personality

Shih Tzus are not only affectionate but also playful dogs. They have a fun-loving personality and love to play with their owners, especially children. Their small size and high energy level make them the perfect playmate for kids who want a furry friend to run around with and have fun with. Shih Tzus are also known for their love of toys, which can provide endless hours of entertainment for both you and your furry friend.

Their Trainability

Shih Tzus are highly trainable dogs, which makes them great for families who want a well-behaved furry friend. They are intelligent dogs and can easily learn basic commands like sit, stay, and come. They also love to learn new tricks and can be trained to do a variety of things, from fetching to playing dead. Their trainability makes them great for families with children who want to be involved in training their furry friend.

Their Low-Shedding Coat

Another thing that makes Shih Tzus great for families is their low-shedding coat. They have a long, silky coat that requires regular grooming, but they do not shed much. This makes them a great option for families who are allergic to dogs or who don't want to deal with excessive shedding. Plus, their coat is soft and luxurious, which makes them even more huggable and lovable.

Their Adaptability

Shih Tzus are adaptable dogs that can thrive in a variety of living situations. Whether you live in an apartment or a house, a Shih Tzu can be happy as long as they have love, attention, and exercise. They are also great for families who have other pets, as they are generally friendly and get along well with other animals.

In conclusion, Shih Tzu puppies make the perfect companion for families. Their affectionate nature, playful personality, trainability, low-shedding coat, and adaptability make them great for families with children or without. At Nursery Home Shih Tzu's, LLC, we specialize in breeding AKC Shih Tzu puppies and providing nursery services to ensure that your furry friend gets the best care possible. Contact us today to learn more about our available puppies and how we can help you find the perfect match for your family.

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A puppy isn’t just a puppy. Behind every well-bred dog is a breeder who lost sleep, missed important events, and made sacrifices to raise their puppies the right way. A puppy is a piece of a breeder’s legacy, heart, and hard work. If you’re lucky enough to be entrusted with one, it’s an honor.

Our Nursery Home

When you get a puppy from a responsible breeder, know that they trusted you with a piece of their heart, legacy and hardwork.

Bestseller Books

Through out our experiences with our lovely shih tzu dogs, from birth till the points of greater understandings for these wonderful fur-babies and quality implementation and execution of training functions for daily life, we recocomend you prioritize getting these  copies for a wonderful experience with your Shih Tzu…

Shih Tzu Dogs – The Complete Owners Guide from Puppy to Old Age

By Alex Seymour

The Complete Guide to Shih Tzu Dogs

Written By

Molly Weinfurter

AllShihTzu’s GIANT Book of Shih Tzu Care

By AllShihTzu Team

(Puppy-Adult-Senior)

Happy Words

From Happy Families

The words molded from the mouths of those who have

an idea and an experience of what

Nursery Home Shih Tzu  stands for…

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STACEY. G

Gio - Athena x Bruno's Litter
Rated 4.5 out of 5
There are truly no words to describe how easy and seamless it was to get my dog through Kaylen. She’s not only highly educated in her field, open and communicative, but truly cares about every dog and wants to ensure they find the best home. I couldn’t be happier with my puppy- it’s only been a week but he’s already so well behaved, socialized, and potty trained thanks to Kaylen!! If you’re looking for a perfect shih tzu look no further, Kaylen’s dogs are all perfect!
STACEY. G
Gio - Athena x Bruno's Litter
Rated 4.2 out of 5
I can’t even describe what a wonderful experience it was getting George!! Kaylen kept us informed every week with amazing pictures and videos and the pickup experience was more than I would imagine. She takes great care of all the puppies and her pride shows in all of them. The amazing care package she sends home with the puppies, was not only informative but full of presents. We are so in love with George and know that Kaylen will always be part of the family
ALEXANDRA .F
George - Athena x Bruno's Litter
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ALEXANDRA .F

George - Athena x Bruno's Litter
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CATHERINE. D

Theo- Nova x Bruno's Litter
Rated 5 out of 5
Our experience with Nursery Home Shih tzus really was amazing. Kaylen was so great. She was so kind and available to talk before we even made our commitment with her. Once we decided to adopt one of her babies, she was awesome. Calling him by his name that we chose, sending us pics and videos. She treats all of her animals so nicely and feeds them so healthy. We loved meeting her pups, her family was so welcoming to us. The day we picked him up she sent us home w an amazing care package including many personalized items. She really went above and beyond. She gave us so much information about the breed, specific health information about our pups parents, special food, vitamins, vet records, toys, brushes. She put so much love and care into all of this and it really was such a great experience. Now our healthy spunky little guy is in his forever home, but we will still keep in touch with Kaylen. She really is so helpful with questions we may still have. We would recommend her in a heartbeat.
CATHERINE. D
Theo- Nova and Bruno's Litter

By far the most amazing experience with Nursery Home Puppies – HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!

Why Choose Nursery Home?

The preferences that goes with the choices you consider before you pick a breeder should be based on: HOW PUPPIES ARE RAISED?

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March 12, 2021

The quality of your life with your Shih Tzu from us levels up instantly in realization and experience due to our prior breeding to AKC STANDARDS

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March 12, 2021

We prioritize positive reinforcement training, daily grooming sessions, and extensive socialization to manage their sensitive nature.(PUPPY CURRICULUM)

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