With the abundance of the breeders and puppies of this particular
breed readily available you will be worried how to find a quality
breeder without being entangled in too much research and investigations.
There a lot of telltale signs that will definitely indicate whether
the Shih Tzu breeder you are in touch with is a quality breeder
or not. Overall, the following indicators would be self-explanatory.
1. The Shih Tzu breeder will normally keep the dogs inside
his/her home just as a part of the family, often like their
own baby since the Shih Tzu loves to be pampered and to live
in comfort.
2. The Shih Tzu dogs are happy and excited when people comes
to interact with them; they do not shirk away or look at strangers
with doubt and fear. The Shih Tzu is basically an extremely
friendly dog, happy to be the center of attraction of as many
people as possible.
3. The Shih Tzu breeder will gladly show you the kennel of
the dog and this will be clean and very comfortable.
4. The breeder will want you to meet and interact with the
puppy’s mother and the mother would be happy to do so.
5. The Shih Tzu breeder is very knowledgeable on the breed
and has done extensive research on the breed and breeding pros
and cons. He/she will be able to guide you in all the formalities
needed to have the puppy registered, neutered/spayed and vaccinated.
6. The Shih Tzu breeder will know about the history of both
the parents of the puppy and have the medical certificates ready
for your inspection.
7. The Shih Tzu breeder will know good trainers and will be
glad to recommend you to one, as well as a good veterinary doctor.
8. Will definitely want your whole family to meet the puppy
before deciding to buy it; will discourage you from buying a
puppy if you have children below two years of age.
9. The breeder will have a set of questions for you – so he/she
will be satisfied about your match with the dog’s requirements.
10. The Shih Tzu breeder will definitely meet you at your home,
at least once and check the way you live so they can be sure
that their puppy will be happy in the new environment.