The time has come to add a new member to your family and you have decided on a Shih Tzu dog. The first thing you are going to need to do is contact a Shih Tzu breeder but this first step is also one of the most important steps you will make in your search. You will want to find a Shih Tzu breeder that you are comfortable with so make sure that you talk to many breeders and do not settle on any one until you feel like that is absolutely the person you want to do business with.

The first place you should start is the National Kennel Club. The National Kennel Club is the registry for pretty much all of the reputable breeders in the United States and they will point you in the right direction. You can give the National Kennel Club a call at (865) 932-9680 and ask them to help you find the perfect Shih Tzu breeder in your area.
It is possible to find a local Shih Tzu breeder that is not listed in the National Kennel Club registry and the first place you can try that is on the Internet or in your local phone book. The Internet is probably your best bet because if the breeder took the time to create a website then they are less likely to have something to hide and your chances of a good experience increase.

Another great source of information for finding a good Shih Tzu breeder is your local vet. If you already have a vet for your current pets then ask your vet about getting in touch with a reputable breeder in your area. If you do not have a vet then find the vet closest to you and ask them their advice. If you have friends or family with pets then ask them to recommend a vet for you.
If you do have Internet access then another really great resource for finding good Shih Tzu breeders is to find and participate with various Shih Tzu online chat rooms and message boards. Shih Tzu owners from all over the world participate in these forums and this is a great chance to get advice on a breeder and any other Shih Tzu advice you may be looking for.

Finding a good and reputable breeder to buy your first Shih Tzu from is very important. A good breeder is going to be involved in your life, and your Shih Tzu’s life, for many years so you want to be sure you not only get someone you trust but you also get someone that knows what they are doing and can offer you the right advice when you have a question or concern. So take your time and choose your Shih Tzu breeder carefully as the happiness of you and your family is pretty much riding on it.

With the information in this article you should be able to find a reputable Shih Tzu breeder. This article will show you where to find important Shih Tzu information.

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