Frequently Asked Questions

COST: $2150.00 unless otherwise stated.

NOTE: A completed "Pup-Tzu WNC Puppy Application" is required.

Purebred bloodlines: AKC & CKC. Registered Continental Kennel Club.

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NO checks please.

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Submitting an application does not automatically grant approval.

Submitting our Pup-Tzu WNC Puppy Application represents only the first step.

▶ The next step (and most important), is our follow up with a phone call interview that determines final approval.

• Before we call though, we'll send an email and/or text asking when it would be convenient to talk with you.
• If this request goes unanswered for 48 hours or more, approval will be denied.
• If we cannot reach you by email, text or phone call (or your voice mailbox is full), approval will be denied.

▶ We accept only committed and responsible puppy parents.

💖 Our pups mean everything to us and knowing they're going to wonderful people helps us sleep well at night.

NO DEPOSIT is needed to join our Wait List -only your application approval is required.

Once approved, it's even possible to get a puppy from us without placing a deposit at all.

In fact, we don't expect a deposit until you're convinced you want a pup from us.

• Then, if you wish to confirm your serious intent to purchase, a $100.00 non-refundable deposit is required (which will be deducted from your final purchase price).
• We'll only ask for a deposit one month after the puppies have been born and you've had a chance to see them all.
• You may still get a pup without placing a deposit, you'll just pick after those who have placed a deposit.
• All deposits are good for one year.
• Deposits are non-refundable only in the event you don't purchase a pup from us within one year of your deposit receipt's date.
• Under all circumstances, a completed "Pup-Tzu WNC Puppy Application" must be submitted. No exceptions.

There are no additional fees unless you are either:

1) purchasing for breeding purposes, and/or

2) requiring the puppy delivered to you by Pup-Tzu WNC.

* All puppies come with Current Shots, Health Guarantee and Puppy Starter Kit.

* The Puppy Starter Kit includes starter food, toys, treats and a mommy-scented blanket.

* Our pups come crate trained and pee pad trained.

* We encourage you to contact us at any time, for any reason throughout the lifetime of your pup.

* Our Shih Tzu parents and their puppies are purebred (AKC & CKC, CKC registered), and papers can be received upon proof of Spaying or Neutering (no charge).

For more information:

▶ Click here "Your Shih Tzu Puppy Package and Starter Kit"

Absolutely!

• Once approved, you'll receive 20+ references.
• Our references include folks from all over the country who have one or more of our babies.
• As part of our approval process, we require you call at least one of our references prior to making your decision.

*And, not to worry, all our parents have given their permission to list them as references so don't be bashful about contacting them!

▶ NO

We don't breed "miniature", "teacup" or "imperial" Shih Tzu.

Instead, we seek to preserve and protect the legacy of the ancient breed by only breeding dogs that conform to AKC and American Shih Tzu Club standards.

Our dogs, like their ancient ancestors before them, will fall between 9-16 lbs. at maturity.

For more information:

▶ Click here for "The Truth About Miniature, Teacup & Imperial Shih Tzu Dogs"

Shih Tzu are one of the few "Ancient Breeds" with a history going back at least 2000 years.

• We intend to preserve their legacy by breeding only Shih Tzu that conform to AKC standards regarding the breed. 
• Our breeding program seeks to protect and maintain the purity and health of the breed.
• As such, our dogs ARE NOT "Teacup", "Imperial" or "Miniature"...terms that none of which are recognized by the AKC or The American Shih Tzu Club.
• Instead, our dogs are bred to fall within a 9 lb. - 16 lb. weight range at maturity.
• Purebred bloodlines: AKC & CKC. Registered Continental Kennel Club.
• Our "Ancient Breed" Shih Tzu: Pure, Healthy and Strong...Guaranteed.

For more information:

▶ Click here "The Ancient Breed Shih Tzu"

In the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Asheville, North Carolina - Western North Carolina.

For more information:

▶ Click here EXPLORE ASHEVILLE

YOU CAN GET IN TOUCH WITH US ANY TIME!

• In fact, we encourage our puppy parents to contact us any time, for any reason for life!

As ethical breeders, our commitment to our pups doesn't end when they leave our hands - it transfers to our puppy parents as a resource they can call on at any time.

Certainly not!

• We encourage all our parents to pick their puppy's lifelong name.
• At birth, we choose to give our pups names to avoid objectifying and diminishing them. After all, they're precious little souls, not objects.
• Frankly, we could never imagine referring to them as "Pup 1", "Pup 2", "Pup 3", etc.
• So, we simply give them loving "nicknames" until their forever name is chosen by you.

And, better still, if you know the name you want, tell us and we'll make sure your pup is used to hearing it before even going home with you!

Of Course!

We'll be happy to arrange a convenient time to view our pups once they've had their vaccinations.

-Prior to vaccinations, we're happy to send pictures and videos which is something we do for all members on our Wait List.

▶ However, an approved Pup-Tzu WNC Puppy Application is required first.

Click here to fill out our puppy application now.

The first step is by completing our required Pup-Tzu WNC Shih Tzu Puppy Application to begin our approval process.

Once you fill out our "Pup-Tzu WNC Puppy Application",

1. We'll review your information and, if initially approved,
2. We'll call you at the number you provided to determine final approval.
3. If we cannot reach you by phone or your voice mailbox is full, approval will be denied.
4. If any of our correspondence (email, texts, phone messages) regarding your application goes unanswered for 48 hours or more, approval will be denied.
5. If questions on our application are not fully answered or only partially answered, approval will be denied.

Once approved and on our Wait List:

 => PLEASE BE AWARE:
If we directly ask any member a question via email, text or voicemail

and they don't respond within 48 hours...

-We have to assume they're no longer interested due to their inaction.

-This will result in removal from our Wait List and discontinue all further communications.

-These rules are in place to benefit our active Wait List members and ensure a fair experience for everyone while eliminating common breeder ambiguity.

We NEVER breed our females every heat cycle. 

• Overbreeding is not only unhealthy for her pups but potentially damaging to the mommy. Instead, we prefer to breed them every other heat cycle or less.

So, as you might imagine, there can be periods when we have no puppies available. 

That's why we can't stress enough the importance of getting on our Wait List ahead of time. 

• And, after all, isn't it worth waiting for a healthy pup that isn't plagued with ailments throughout maturity due to overbreeding?
• You may apply for a spot on our Wait List through our "Pup-Tzu WNC Puppy Application" at any time and (once approved) we'll keep you informed regarding the expected date of any anticipated future litter(s).  

NO, Never! 

When our mommies and daddies retire, we keep them with us for life. After all, they're family!

NO.