Teddy Bear Puppies for Sale in Los Angeles, CA
Our Teddy Bears can be hand-delivered right to your door.
Teddy Bear Puppy Breeder Serving Los Angeles, CA
Teddy Bear puppies, also called Shicons and Zuchons can be delivered right to your home
The Teddy Bear suits city life across Southern California Coast through every season of the year. At eight to fifteen pounds, the cross carries a soft hypoallergenic wavy or curly coat. The mild climate of Los Angeles, California keeps daily sidewalk walks comfortable, and apartment city living works well for a breed that prefers being close to the family. The breed has a steady temperament without being pushy or standoffish. Take a look at our current Teddy Bear puppies for sale, with safe delivery to your address.
What Los Angeles Families Say About Our Teddy Bear Puppies
Our Teddy Bears Available In Los Angeles, CA
All of our puppies can be delivered to Los Angeles
Owning a Teddy Bear in Los Angeles
Daily life with a Teddy Bear in Los Angeles is straightforward thanks to the mild climate across Southern California Coast and the breed's flexibility in a city setting. The breed needs 20 to 30 minutes of exercise a day, which a sidewalk walk and an evening stroll cover comfortably in any season. The temperate weather keeps city walks easy year round without much seasonal adjustment. Spring and fall ask for the least adjustment, with summer afternoons and the occasional cool morning being the only times to shift the schedule. Apartments, condos, and family houses across CA all suit eight to fifteen pound Teddies. A fenced yard isn't required because the breed prefers indoor time near people. The dog rides quietly in a car, fits taxi seats, and is welcome at most hardware store aisles, bank lobbies, and coffee shop patios in the area. Salon grooming runs about every six to eight weeks, with brushing twice a week between trims to keep the wavy or curly coat from matting through long indoor stretches in city apartments. Many owners learn basic at-home touch-ups like trimming around the eyes and pads between salon visits, which stretches the gap between trips.
Why Los Angeles Families Choose The Puppy Lodge for Their Teddy Bear
Teddy Bears are one of the most gentle, people-oriented breeds you can find, and that sweet temperament is exactly why so many families, seniors, and first-time dog owners are drawn to them. But that naturally affectionate personality still needs to be nurtured from day one. A Teddy Bear puppy that isn’t handled regularly can become timid or clingy. Our kids are in with the puppies every day from the time they’re born, holding them, carrying them, and getting them used to the sounds and activity of a family. With seven kids giving them daily attention, our Teddy Bear puppies grow up confident and social, which is why so many of them go on to be wonderful therapy and emotional support dogs.
Teddy Bears are a designer breed, a beautiful cross between a Shih Tzu and a Bichon Frise, and the quality of that cross depends entirely on the parent dogs. All of our breeding dogs are healthy and genetically tested before they ever have a litter. We know what we’re producing, and we stand behind every puppy with a 3-year health guarantee. Our vet at Danville Veterinary Clinic visits our kennel every week, and we’re certified through the Purdue University Canine Care Program, one of the few breeders in the country who can say that.
Every puppy goes through Early Neurological Stimulation between days 3 and 16, which strengthens cardiovascular development, builds stress tolerance, and improves immune response. For a smaller breed that can sometimes be sensitive to new environments, ENS helps them adapt more quickly and settle into their new home with less stress.
Our puppies are raised in our climate-controlled kennel, with heated tile floors in winter and geothermal cooling in summer. Our adults and puppies have large outdoor play areas on our five-acre farm in Central Ohio. We’re a family of nine with over 13 years of experience raising dogs, and we love what we do. Every puppy comes up to date on vaccinations, dewormed, microchipped, and with a blanket carrying mom’s scent. We welcome visitors by appointment and deliver puppies nationwide right to your door.
About Teddy Bears (Shichon, Zuchon)
The Teddy Bear, sometimes called the Shichon or Zuchon, is a cross between a Shih Tzu and a Bichon Frise. Most stand 9 to 12 inches tall and weigh 8 to 15 pounds full grown. The breed was developed in the United States in the early 2000s, aiming to pair the Bichon’s cheerful disposition with the Shih Tzu’s affectionate temperament in a smaller package. Teddy Bears are adorable, social little dogs. They’re patient with kids, generally comfortable around other pets, and frequently work as therapy dogs thanks to how readily they pick up on people’s moods. They’re bright and learn commands quickly, though the Shih Tzu in them will occasionally be stubborn during training. Their biggest selling point for many owners is the low-shedding, hypoallergenic coat, which is nice for allergy-prone homes. The coat comes in wavy or curly varieties and needs brushing several times a week, plus a professional groom every six to eight weeks to prevent matting. Energy demands are modest, two short walks a day plus some indoor play will usually do it. That low-key disposition and small build suits them to apartments, smaller homes, and quieter households, and they’re a particularly common pick for older owners. With routine vet care, Teddy Bears typically live 12 to 16 years. As a crossbreed, they tend to avoid some of the inherited conditions that affect their purebred parents, though responsible breeding still matters more than crossbreeding alone.
| Breed Type | Designer hybrid, Shih Tzu and Bichon Frise cross |
|---|---|
| Also known As | Teddy Bear, Shichon, Zuchon |
| Height | 9 to 12 inches |
| Weight | 8 to 15 lbs |
| Lifespan | 12 to 16 years |
| Coat Type | Wavy to curly, medium length, double coat |
| Shedding | Very low, hypoallergenic |
| Energy Level | Moderate |
| Exercise Needs | 20 to 30 minutes daily |
| Trainability | Good, responds well to positive reinforcement |
| Good With Kids | Yes |
| Good With Other Pets | Yes |
| Temperament | Affectionate, gentle, playful, social, loyal |
How Puppy Delivery Works To Los Angeles, California
The easiest way to get your Teddy Bear puppy home to Los Angeles is through our professional flight nanny service. Your puppy flies in-cabin with a dedicated handler right into your nearest airport, right beside the handler the entire way. We also offer climate-controlled ground transport by delivery van if you prefer a door-to-door option. Since Los Angeles is about 40 to 42 hours hours from our kennel in Ohio, an in-person pickup is a bigger commitment, but you’re always welcome to visit by appointment if you’d like to meet your puppy’s parents and see our operation firsthand.
Once your Teddy Bear puppy is reserved, our team will reach out to schedule delivery to Los Angeles. Every puppy receives a final vet check before delivery. Ground deliveries depart each Tuesday morning, so just reserve and schedule by noon on Monday to make that week’s delivery. Whether your puppy arrives by delivery van or flight nanny, most families have their new puppy in their arms within just 4 days.
1. Flight Nanny Delivery
You can have your Teddy Bear puppy flown into a nearby commercial airport by a professional puppy flight nanny. Your puppy will sit right next to the flight nanny the entire flight and will never be stored with cargo or luggage. As with ground transport, your puppy will be cared for and looked after until you can pick them up at the airport. This option is more expensive but gets your puppy to you as quickly as possible. We can deliver to your nearest airport, including Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport, and Los Angeles International Airport.
2. Ground Transport
We use a professional puppy delivery service to deliver your Teddy Bear puppy via a climate-controlled delivery van. These vans are temperature-controlled, and the puppies are well cared for on their journey to your home in Los Angeles, California. This is our most popular delivery option, giving your puppy a safe, calm ride right to your door.
3. In-Person Pickup at Our Kennel
If you are willing to make the trip, you can come right to our home and kennel to pick up your Teddy Bear puppy yourself. This option lets you meet the puppy, their parents, and see our kennel in person. We openly welcome visitors by appointment and love showing people our breeding operation so they can see for themselves why we are a step above your average breeder.
Teddy Bear Climate Fit in Los Angeles, CA
| Region | Southern California Coast |
|---|---|
| County | Los Angeles County |
| Local Climate | warm Mediterranean summers and warm, sunny winters |
| January Average High | 72°F |
| July Average High | 83°F |
| Annual Snowfall | a few inches |
| Annual Rainfall | 12.0 inches |
| Sunny Days Per Year | 284 |
| Elevation | 299 ft |
| Near | Los Angeles River basin |
In a city like Los Angeles, an eight to fifteen pound Teddy Bear fits any home a family lives in. Studio apartments, condos, townhomes, and houses all work without much adjustment. The smaller size matters in city living where elevator runs, weight-capped building policies, and tighter carrier sizes are part of life. The dog rides quietly in cars, taxis, and rideshares, and longer trips across Southern California Coast don't require much planning, which makes urban life with the breed simpler.
The mild climate of the area keeps daily life with the breed simple. Comfortable temperate weather across the year means walks happen at almost any hour. The heavy seasonal habits other climates require don't apply here. Summer afternoons may push walks to slightly cooler hours given the breed's slower cooling, but otherwise the routine stays the same across the year. Regular brushing and grooming every six to eight weeks keep the wavy or curly low-shedding coat healthy, climate aside.
Local Dog Parks and Trails
Los Angeles has plenty of options for walking and getting outside with a Teddy Bear. The breed prefers short, social outings over long hikes, and the local landscape works well for that.
Teddy Bears are social by nature. Getting them out around other dogs and people in Los Angeles regularly keeps that social side healthy and helps the breed stay confident in new settings throughout the dog's life.
Dog Parks
Runyon Canyon Park Off-Leash Area, 2000 N Fuller Ave, Los Angeles
Sepulveda Basin Off-Leash Dog Park, 17550 Victory Blvd, Encino
Walking Trails
Runyon Canyon Trail, 2000 N Fuller Ave, Los Angeles
Griffith Park Trails, 4730 Crystal Springs Dr, Los Angeles
Serving Families Throughout the Greater Los Angeles, California Area
If you’re searching for Teddy Bear puppies for sale near Los Angeles, we deliver to communities all across the surrounding region. Families in nearby cities and towns have the same access to our breeding program, our 3-year health guarantee, and our door-to-door delivery. No matter where you’re located, your puppy comes to you. We proudly deliver Teddy Bear puppies to Southern California Coast.
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