Last reviewed: October 2026
Looking for a Shih Tzu in Ontario? This directory brings together current website leads, published locations, and contact details to help you start your search. Shih Tzus are small companion dogs with flat faces and long coats; ask about the parents’ breathing, eye, and knee health and the grooming commitment.
How we choose and review these listings
We reviewed the businesses’ own websites and published contact information for this update. Listings need a usable current website or primary-source page with Shih Tzu information and a relevant regional location. Where a program’s current Shih Tzu plans are unclear, that limitation is stated in its entry.
This is a website-based directory, not a ranking or an endorsement. We have not visited these premises or independently verified breeding practices, health-test claims, availability, prices, or guarantees. Telephone numbers and email addresses are checked against published sources, not by calling or emailing the businesses. Confirm the details and request original records before paying a deposit.
Shih Tzu contacts to consider
1. Trams Shih Tzu
Trams is a small CKC-registered Shih Tzu breeder. Ask about the parents and current litters.
- Location: Niagara Falls, Ontario
- Source type: Breeder
- Website: Trams Shih Tzu website
- Phone: 905-353-9957
- Email: [email protected]
2. Schutzu Shih Tzu
Schutzu raises CKC-registered Shih Tzus in its home. Ask about the parents.
- Location: Hamilton area, Ontario (about 35 minutes west of Toronto airport)
- Source type: Breeder
- Website: Schutzu Shih Tzu website
- Phone: 905-659-3922
3. Reilly’s Registered Shih Tzu
Reilly’s asks people not to call or text on Sundays. Confirm the location and ask about the parents.
- Location: Ontario; confirm the location
- Source type: Breeder
- Website: Reilly’s Registered Shih Tzu website
- Phone: 289-339-5418
- Email: [email protected]
What to ask before choosing a puppy
- Can I see the parents’ original health screening and DNA results? Ask your veterinarian which tests are recommended for the breed; a general claim of “health tested” does not show what was tested.
- What are the parents like to live with, and what are they bred for? Meet the mother if you can, and discuss your household, experience, children, other pets, and how much exercise and training you can provide.
- Where was the litter born and raised, and who cared for it? Arrange a visit or live video conversation and ask to see the puppies in their usual surroundings.
- What registration, pedigree, and written contract come with the puppy? Check the registration details with the registry, and read the health provisions, breeding restrictions, and return policy before paying.
- What is the total price, when is the deposit payable, and is it refundable? Get the terms in writing before sending money.
- What veterinary examination, vaccination, and parasite-treatment records come with the puppy? Ask when the next veterinary appointment is due and keep copies of the paperwork.
Are puppies available now?
A working website does not mean a litter is currently available. Contact the business about current and planned litters, waiting lists, and pickup timing. Older prices, litter dates, and availability claims have been removed because they can change quickly.
What changed in this review?
One former website is unavailable and has been removed. The page is no longer presented as a ranking.
Thank you for this informative post! I’ve been looking for a Shih Tzu and these breeders sound great. I appreciate the tips on what to look for when choosing a breeder. Can’t wait to start my journey with one of these adorable pups!
I’ve reached out to all of them and am hoping to find a match one day! Thank you for the list!
Great post! It’s so helpful to have a list of reputable Shih Tzu breeders in Ontario. I’ve been thinking about adding a furry friend to my family, and this will definitely guide my search. Thank you for sharing such valuable information!
Great article! I appreciate the detailed information on the breeders and their practices. I’m considering getting a Shih Tzu soon, and this list will definitely help me make an informed decision. Thank you for sharing!
Great post! I’ve been thinking about adding a Shih Tzu to my family, and your recommendations are really helpful. The tips on what to look for in a breeder were especially insightful. Can’t wait to check these breeders out!
Great info on Shih Tzu breeders in Ontario! I’ve been looking for a reputable place to adopt a puppy, and your list really helps narrow it down. Thanks for sharing your insights!