Please take time to READ and learn about this puppy, and about Healthy Pups. You'll be glad you did. You will find that puppy info, visitor instructions, sales policies, credit card deposit/purchase links, and ownership education are posted here.
Because we are a direct to public nursery instead of a broker, all puppies on this website are located on premises, can be visited at any age, and can be seen on very short notice. However, it is important to us that you don't come when we've closed for an errand or don't have to wait should the pup(s) you want to visit need an updated bath. Please call for an appointment.
We're OPEN TO VISITORS 6 days/wk by appointment only. We are open most Saturdays and Sundays. We can refer you to reliable nationwide delivery companies. You may pay a $208.00 DEPOSIT to reserve this puppy, or you can pay in full. We update this site after each individual sale.
We are puppies done right for those who can't afford for anything to go wrong. Many people call us after losing deposit money to an online criminal who has no puppy. Most puppy shoppers only think about how cute is it, how cheap can I buy it, and how far do I have to drive to pick it up. The CHEAPEST PUPPY has been QUARANTINED indoors w/ $1200.00 in veterinary care ALREADY DONE so you don't have to pay for that veterinary care, get a $7,000.00 emergency vet virus next week, or need $10,000.00 in rabies shots for your children because wildlife slobbered through a fence prior to purchase (yes, this actually has happened). This repeated paragraph is for you who skipped to puppy pics & wouldn't read the front page:) We have invested megabucks in our quarantine facility and care standard to protect YOU. The cheapest puppy doesn't cause big vet bills NEXT week. If someone gave you a free puppy, and you were fortunate that it not get sick, the veterinary care we have already done with our pups might cost you more than to buy our puppies. Most online puppies w/ cheaper prices are criminals seeking deposits for puppies that do not exist. FREE PUPPIES are often NOT cheaper.
If you're looking for a cheaper puppy, then look at the available now puppies and skip the emotional response to the tiniest one. See the weights of the parents and realize that most of the tiniest puppies will grow to be the same size as a 4 month pup in a few weeks. Also, 4 month pups have had more veterinary care already done that you won't need to pay for and may be even easier to house train because they are able to go longer between potty trips. If you think our prices are too high, then you may soon become a deposit scam victim. Need financing? We accept Master Card, Visa, & American Express (Bring CASH to avoid card fees). We do NOT finance puppies.
CHOOSING A PUPPY. Most people see a 15-25 lb Beagle in the yard and think this is a small dog. HOWEVER, when we put a 2 lb puppy in a video and zoom in it can look like a dinosaur. Most of the larger puppies on this website are much smaller than a Beagle, yet many people want to buy the tiniest puppy because of confused perspective. Read the weights of the pups and remember the size of a Beagle in comparison. Puppies in our videos are MUCH smaller than they appear. ALSO, please see the puppies beside the cola bottle in our videos for healthy perspective. Yes, you can have an emotional response to the tiniest puppy, which should grow to young adult size in just a few short weeks.
Large breed pups can handle adaptive stress sooner, but the idea that the tiniest puppy is old enough to go home as soon as it's weaned from it's mother can be a big mistake. Most unexpected puppy deaths & health issues requiring expensive vet visits occur when too tiny/too small/too young pups go home, & because too many people think they want dogs that aren't big enough to be healthy as adults.
The tiniest breeds and the giant breeds often do not live more than 6 years. So many people think they want the tiniest dog so it will be easy to hold and carry, and don't stop to think that too tiny dogs can be handicapped by their size and are like having a child in diapers that never grows up. We replace many too tiny dogs that have hit their head, broken their legs, had seizures, died of liver/kidney failure at 5 yrs old, or got carried away by birds of prey from the yard. Dogs that never get big enough to live in human homes and interact freely without constant assistance are NOT more convenient. 8 lbs is an okay size for a small dog. An 8-12 lb dog can live 15 or more years if healthy genetics, good choices in pet products, healthy anatomy, and enhanced diet. 3 lbs can be very problematic. 80% of our puppies will grow to the approximate size of their parents in a few short weeks. Wouldn't choosing a puppy based on the size of the parents that's strong enough to survive adaptive stresses (with minimal veterinary expenses) be a more logical thing to do than a tiniest (youngest) higher risk-higher cost emotional response?
9 weeks old with 3 vaccines already done is minimum go home age for our puppies because 3 vaccines are needed to prevent Parvovirus. Both recently vaccinated healthy dogs AND sick puppies shed viruses in their feces that can make other puppies with less than 3 vaccines sick. Shed viruses can be spread to puppies though contact with another puppy, but also by dirty hands/feet humans or flying insects that bring viruses even into human homes. I often hear from folks seeking advice because they have sick litters in their homes that have never been outside, born to house dogs that are pad trained and never go outside. We want to be sure you don't get a surprise $7,000.00 virus and land at the emergency vet w/ your puppy. Also, a 9 wk puppy can survive your children/other pets without vet bills caused by handling/transport stress. These can begin to climb stairs/jump off the sofa with less risk of injury, not get hospitalized for parvovirus or vaccine reactions like younger/tiniest puppies often do, & has likely had $1200.00+ in vet visits, microchips, & puppy shots already done before you take it home.
Almost all of the issues diagnosed as genetic defects in mixed breed dogs with diverse genetics are caused by poor choices in pet products, doggie treats, and foods that dog was never meant to eat. Pure bred dogs often have genetic defects that almost never occur in mixes. We choose the genetic defects that are likely to happen to our puppy later on when we think a naturally unhealthy puppy is cute. You can improve your chances of having liver/kidney failure/shunts if you buy a dog that's too small. Buy a short nosed dog if you want to have a mid summer heat stroke. Get a bug eyed dog if you want premature formation of cataracts. Buy a Boxer if you want cancer that starts in the breasts. This week I had a lady try to get a Goldendoodle while she was in love with a Berniedoodle, after spending $10K for failed surgery to correct a twisted stomach and bloat in her last Bernie. After having this happen to her, she still had to have another Bernie. Because gastric tortion causing bloat is a common problem in Bernies and other large breeds, this buyer put herself in position to have it happen again when she bought another Bernie. Isn't this just like going back to the spouse that beats and abuses when we could make a better choice? The best choice is a naturally healthy mix that's likely to have no problems, and enhance that with a better diet. Wild dogs and humans with primitive lifestyles are healthier than we. We must eat and feed our furbabies more like them if we are to do better. Please call if you want to discuss these issues before choosing a breed. I am here for you.
Our culture becomes more synchronized/organized every year, leaving families looking for time to bring home a puppy when they are not busy w/ vacation, back to school, halloween, sports, etc. 4 months & older pups not taken because of simultaneous nationwide busy events will still bond, train easily, & can get their rabies shot & play outside from day one w/ no worries of rabid wildlife or parvo exposures. Quarantine is not necessary for a 16 wk puppy w/ shots already done, and these are a good choice for pet owners who don't want to buy health insurance for their puppy. The idea of a ten year warranty from the pet store is a scam. Yes, you can get a 10 year warranty for our puppies, too- IF you are willing to make payments to the puppy health insurance company for the next ten years.
People sometimes come to visit puppies who want to see which one has the BEST PERSONALITY. Possibly less intelligent than the dog, some folks will crawl around in the floor and expect an intelligent puppy to act like it has always known them. Our pups are bred with diverse genetics to insure great personalities and best intelligence for more human interaction and easier house training. No amount of socialization will make a most intelligent dog not notice differences in people and environment. Come into my home when I am home and my 10 lb Toy Goldendoodle, Daisy will love you and lick you all over. Come when I am not home and she will bite you:) A teenage puppy will be slower to embrace you than a baby puppy that is not yet old enough to notice differences between people and surroundings. A properly bred dog will always have a great personality. Purebred dogs with cousins bred together often have varied personalities. The more intelligent the dog, the slower it will be to embrace you, and the greater the long term reward of trainability and intelligence. A good read about this is the Unexpected Choice in my blog. If you expect a teenage puppy to come to you or to be bubbly with you at first contact, then don't waste our time crawling around in our floor with it. You are a person who should buy a baby puppy. We see very little difference in the personalites of our properly bred diverse genetics puppies once they are home with their new buyers and given time to adapt and be comfortable. We have never seen a puppy that would not adapt to a new home, but we do sometimes see humans lack the intelligence to allow them time to do so.
Properly bred dogs w/ diverse genetics do a good job of loving everyone, while purebred dogs are more likely to be childish and choose to love only one person or sex. Especially for people who choose purebreds, we recommend FEMALE puppies for male owners, and MALE puppies for female owners. Males often love women better, while females prefer men. A male puppy neutered at the proper time is no more likely to mark his territory than a less confident female is to tinkle when she is nervous or excited. We often get feedback from women who are disappointed that their female pup loves men more than them.
Teacup listings on this site mean parents are 10 lbs or less. Many Poodle mixes are also non/low shedding and are hypoallergenic to most people. For example, most toy size Goldendoodles are non-shedding and many are as small as a Maltipoo. I have a 10 lb Toy Goldendoodle, Daisy, for my personal pet. No visitor has ever correctly guessed what breed she is because of their preconceived idea that all Doodles are big and she is so small. Daisy is a wonderful lap dog. Please call for conversation that may help you overcome preconceived ideas, and improve the chances that you love your puppy later. Available now (9+ wks w/ 3+ shots) pups can be taken home now.
TODAY, we may be the only highly ranked puppy seller on google that's not a cleverly disguised puppy farm broker who has never even seen the pups (or puppy parents) they are selling in person. We have 43+ yrs experience & know the true history/genetics of our pups because we continue to raise them in our nursery. Our continued quarantine facility & care standard is a labor of love in response to shared experiences from callers. Many puppy buyers continue to land at the emergency vet for the $7000.00 virus they never thought would happen. Puppies should be quarantined until puppy plus rabies shots are done through 16 wks. The pup can then interact w/ unclean people, dirty homes, other dogs, and play outdoors safely.
Have you already lost an online deposit to a fraudster? We get many calls from puppy buyers who have lost deposits online to criminals pretending to have the cheapest puppy. Come visit us & pay nothing til you see your puppy in person. VIDEO CHAT LIVE w/ the puppies. See our plan a visit link for our upcoming CLOSED days.
Nothing is more important to your mental, physical, & financial health than a puppy. Lower your blood pressure, RELAX, & avoid the terminal health problems brought by fast food too busy no puppy time lifestyles. Teach your children unconditional puppy love, compassion, & responsibility. Live longer, be a happier/healthier person, & save thousands over time by replacing bored family entertainment expenses w/ free at home ongoing puppy love. Every human & every house pet NEEDS another puppy. Let JOY begin NOW.
Let our friendship, experience, preventative councel, problem solving skills, & exclusive quarantine care standard help protect YOUR puplife.We have a 24 hr help line w/ common sense training & preventative advice. Our ongoing telephone support problem solving skills through the years has saved the lives of many dogs suffering from bad pet products or environmental irritations.
ALL PUPPIES should be born in kennel facilities. ALL HOUSE DOGS should be spayed/neutered to prevent reproductive behaviors that cause endless personal pets to be evicted to shelters. Our pups are raised on neutral surfaces, have started crate training, & have NOT already been pad-confused to pee on your rug by an irresponsible home breeder:) We specialize in guaranteed healthy MIXES w/ diverse genetics that are smarter, sweeter, & easier to house train as best family pets.
Our licensed/inspected hospital clean nursery is as nice as any public boarding kennel. Visit our birthplace, see where your puppy was born, know that a broker didn't buy it from an out of state farm that you can't inspect, & know that it's been in quarantine before you take it home. We have invested thousands to protect your puplife from future bio issues. No one loves you more than Healthy Pups. We are puppies done right for those who can't afford for things to go wrong.
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Healthypups.com Shichon Breed Overview
The Shichon Teddy Bear is a beloved cross between a Bichon and Shih Tzu. These dogs inherit wonderful characteristics from both parents! Teddy Bears are small, joyful, loving, soft and cuddly, adorable and affectionate, and this dog is an absolutely wonderful and warm family companion. They are intelligent, eager, easy to train, lively, and energetic, but also gentle enough to be a great puppy for children. They do well in apartments or country homes, and their favorite thing is to be with you! If you're looking for a snuggle buddy affectionate dog that fits perfectly into any lifestyle, the Shichon is a great choice! Most weigh in the 8 to 15 lb range, and can live 15 years or more if cared for properly and not accidentally poisoned by poor choices in pet products. We are here to advise you in caring for your puppy!
Yes, we can suggest reliable delivery people in the Eastern United States who will bring the puppy to your door. You can hire a flight nanny and meet them at the gate of your local international airport. You can also fly in to Charlotte Douglas International Airport and meet a courier at the gate to get your puppy, or rent a car if you want to visit us in person.
THIS PUPPY- Shichon Teddy Bear Male, Microchip no 900263003492295, born 10-1-25. One gallon of milk weighs 8.6 lbs. The weight of this puppy is 5 lbs, 14 oz on 12-26-25. Mom (Right) is Shih Tzu, microchip 900215003202088-12 lbs. Dad (Left) is Bichpoo, microchip 900113001420254-10 lbs