Teddy Bear Puppies for Sale in Soledad, CA
Our Teddy Bears can be hand-delivered right to your door.
Teddy Bear Puppy Breeder Serving Soledad, CA
Teddy Bear puppies, also called Shicons and Zuchons can be delivered right to your home
If you are looking for a Teddy Bear puppy in Soledad, CA, our family farm has thirteen-plus years of experience with this Shih Tzu and Bichon Frise cross. Every parent dog is genetically tested before pairing, and every puppy goes through ENS. Adults reach eight to fifteen pounds with a twelve to sixteen year lifespan. The mild weather across Central California suits the breed well, and outdoor time is available in every season. Teddy Bears are also called Shichons or Zuchons. View our current Teddy Bear puppies for sale, with weekly delivery runs from our Fresno, Ohio farm.
What Soledad Families Say About Our Teddy Bear Puppies
Our Teddy Bears Available In Soledad, CA
All of our puppies can be delivered to Soledad
Owning a Teddy Bear in Soledad
Owning a Teddy Bear in Soledad, CA comes with one of the easier climates the breed sees. The mild temperate weather across Central California keeps daily walks comfortable in any season without much planning. The breed needs 20 to 30 minutes of activity a day, which a couple of short walks cover. Indoor play fills in when the weather turns. Apartments, condos, and family houses all work for the eight to fifteen pound build, with the dog spending most of the day indoors near the family. A fenced yard helps but isn't a must because the breed prefers being close to people. Around town, the size makes the dog easy to bring along. A Teddy Bear fits a normal car, taxi, or rideshare and is welcome at most hardware store aisles, bank lobbies, and coffee shop patios. Most Teddies do well with kids, cats, and other small dogs once introductions are handled slowly over the first week or two at home. The breed doesn't carry strong prey drive, so cat households tend to settle in quickly once the new dog is no longer a novelty.
Why Soledad 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 Soledad, California
The easiest way to get your Teddy Bear puppy home to Soledad 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 Soledad is about 42 to 44 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 Soledad. 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 Monterey Regional Airport, and Norman Y. Mineta San Jose 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 Soledad, 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 Soledad, CA
| Region | Central California |
|---|---|
| County | Monterey County |
| Local Climate | warm, sunny Mediterranean summers and mild winters |
| January Average High | 58°F |
| July Average High | 87°F |
| Annual Snowfall | a few inches |
| Annual Rainfall | 16.0 inches |
| Sunny Days Per Year | 271 |
| Elevation | 190 ft |
| Near | Salinas Valley |
The breed bonds closely with the family. Time in the room with people matters more to the breed than time alone in a yard or basement. Life in a small community like Soledad centers on the home, which fits the breed's need to stay close to family. Long workdays alone aren't ideal for the breed, but households with someone home most of the day suit Teddy Bears well. The strong family bond is one of the qualities that has made Teddies a popular therapy or emotional support breed.
Life with the breed stays straightforward in the area's mild climate. Walks happen at almost any hour through the year, and the wavy or curly low-shedding coat handles whatever weather comes without much fuss. Summer walks might shift to cooler hours because the breed cools more slowly than longer-nosed dogs. The rest of the year stays easy. The most important thing for owners is having someone home most of the day, which a small community lifestyle usually delivers without much adjustment to the household.
Local Dog Parks and Trails
Soledad and the surrounding area have solid spots for getting outside with a small dog like a Teddy Bear. Local dog parks and short trails work better than long off-leash hikes for the breed.
A Teddy Bear that gets out regularly is a confident, settled dog. The breed is friendly with people and other dogs by nature, and steady exposure to new sights and sounds in Soledad keeps the dog at ease wherever the family goes.
Dog Parks
Monterey County Dog Area, Soledad, CA
Vosti Park Dog Area, 1100 Olive Dr, Soledad
Walking Trails
Pinnacles National Park Trail, Soledad, CA
Soledad Park Trails, Soledad, CA
Serving Families Throughout the Greater Soledad, California Area
If you’re searching for Teddy Bear puppies for sale near Soledad, 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 Central California, including Greenfield CA, King City CA, Gonzales CA, Pine Canyon CA, and San Lucas CA.
We raise more than just Teddy Bear puppies. See all of our breeds and puppies in Soledad. Aswell as Teddy Bear puppies for sale in San Jose.