Starr Me Shih Tzu

WELCOME TO STARRME SHIH TZU
Put a little STAR into your life!

SHIH TZU PUPS = UNCONDITIONAL LOVE!

ABOUT THE BREEDER

I have been breeding Shih Tzu successfully since 1991 as a hobby breeder.
My teachers were the late Helen Mueller of Rockee Vollee Shih Tzu and Betty Meidlinger of Mei-San Shih Tzu. I could not have wished for better tutelage.

My Shih Tzu breeding stock are my pets. I keep the numbers low, so I can pay individual attention to all of them.They have the freedom to come into the house or play in the yard at their leisure.

I was located, until February 2009 in La Crosse, Wisconsin and have since relocated to Escondido, California, San Diego area..

My stud Mei-San Chunky Monkey, aka. Monty come from champion lines and I have access to other champions from reputable ASTC breeder friends.

Mei Sans Chunky Monkey, Monty,(pointed) is an excellent stud, which passes on his great conformation especially his beautiful head, his laid back attitude and sweet nature to his offspring.

My special interest was focused in achieving an RD (Renal Dysplasia) free breeding stock. About 75% of the Shih Tzu breed have one or two mutated RD genes, which can result in an early, devastating illness and death from puppyhood to adult age.

Through conscientious DNA testing done by Dogenes.Inc, selective breeding and considerable investment in money and time I finally can proudly state that my Shih Tzu breeding stock does not carry the mutated RD genes, all dogs are CLEAR., thus eliminating the dreaded Renal Dysplasia.

As far as I am aware of I am the only breeder in the US who has a totally clear breeding stock of ShihTzu.

The puppies are handled from DOB every day which facilitates easy transition from my home to the new owners environment. Buyers are encouraged to visit me before the puppy purchase to get to know the litter and the parents, which also gives me the chance to evaluate the future home of my Shih Tzu. I reserve the right to refuse a sale of any puppy of mine to anyone.

New owners are invited to contact me with any questions they have in regard to their puppies. My help will be available through the lifetime of the Shih Tzu. Should the buyer decide not to keep the dog, I am to be contacted as the first resource. Recommendations of satisfied customers are available upon request.

I am a member of good standing with the American Shih Tzu Club (ASTC), Twin City Area Shih Tzu club (TCASTC), and a member of the Southern California ShihTzu Club.

MISSION STATEMENT
I have been dedicated to breeding the best possible Shih Tzu emphasizing TEMPERAMENT, HEALTH AND CONFORMATION. Great care is given to extensive socialization and to create the best possible pets for my customers.

MOTTO
WE ARE FOREVER RESPONSIBLE FOR WHAT WE HAVE BROUGHT INTO THIS WORLD.

What makes a GOOD BREEDER?
And how to avoid backyard breeders and puppy mills

A GOOD BREEDER:

Primarily concerned with the well being of the dog.
Has breeding stock in prime condition before breeding.
Screens potential buyers for suitability of breed and ability to parent.
Invites potential buyers to visit the breeder, so they can see the sire and dam and observe the behavior and conformation
Will inform a potential buyer about the characteristics of the breed, the good traits and potential bad ones and teaches them how to train the dog to be the best companion possible.
Will have a contract and neuter/ spay requirement and a health guarantee.
Will have the puppies registered with the AKC.
Will be available for advise for the life of the puppy.
Will take the puppy back if buyer cannot keep it anymore.
Will belong to a national breed club and a local breed club.
Will never sell to pet shops or to auctions.
Will not ship unless pick up is not possible and then make sure the dog is on a direct flight.
Will not push clients into buying, will work with them on timing and payment terms.
Raises the pups in a clean and hygienic environment.
Ensures social acclimation by daily handling and exposure to a variety of household noises and situations..
Feeds only top grade food and informs buyer of acceptable brands.
Ensures they are accustomed to regular grooming and nail clipping.
Obtains a health examination from a reputable Veterinarian.
Provides their first vaccinations and provides records.
Put them on the way to house breaking by keeping kennel clean and offer a bathroom area.
Keeps in contact with buyer if at all possible.
And most of all love them every day and make very sure they are going to the best possible home.

A BAD BREEDER:

Does not screen buyers.
Keeps pups in unsanitary conditions
Does not work with the pups.
Exaggerates the value of their breeding stock.
Does not care about the health of the pups
Push Clients into buying.
Does not require neutering or spaying.
Has little or no time for the potential buyer
Refuses to show breeding stock , the sire and dam of litter.
May not allow buyer to collect pups, will only deliver..
Will have no guarantees for the pup,
Will be very eager to collect the money
Is not available to the customer for follow up questions
Will not refund money or replace pup if pup is found to be ill.
Will sell to pet shops and brokers.
Will often sell puppies under the age of 8 weeks by falsifying the birth date.