Teddy Bear Puppies for Sale in Temple City, CA
Our Teddy Bears can be hand-delivered right to your door.
Teddy Bear Puppy Breeder Serving Temple City, CA
Teddy Bear puppies, also called Shicons and Zuchons can be delivered right to your home
Among the small breeds The Puppy Lodge raises, the Teddy Bear stands out for how closely it bonds to the family. At eight to fifteen pounds, this Shih Tzu and Bichon Frise cross fits family life in Temple City comfortably, and the mild climate across Southern California Coast makes outdoor time easy through most of the year. The plush wavy or curly coat is hypoallergenic, and the breed bonds quickly to the whole household. This breed is also known as a Shichon. See our current Teddy Bear puppies for sale, and we ship safely to your door.
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Our Teddy Bears Available In Temple City, CA
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Owning a Teddy Bear in Temple City
Daily life with a Teddy Bear in Temple City is straightforward thanks to the mild climate across Southern California Coast. The breed needs 20 to 30 minutes of exercise a day, which a morning walk and an evening stroll cover comfortably in any season. The temperate weather keeps walks easy year round without much seasonal adjustment. Spring and fall are the lightest months, with summer afternoons and the occasional cool morning being the only times to shift the schedule. Eight to fifteen pound Teddy Bears do well in apartments, condos, and family houses in CA. A fenced yard helps but isn't required because the breed prefers indoor time with people anyway. The dog rides quietly in a car, settles on longer drives, and is welcome at most patios and pet-friendly shops 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 at home. Many owners learn basic at-home maintenance like trimming around the eyes and pads, which stretches the gap between salon visits and keeps the dog comfortable between trims.
Why Temple City 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 Temple City, California
The easiest way to get your Teddy Bear puppy home to Temple City 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 Temple City is about 39 to 41 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 Temple City. 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 Bobe Hope / Hollywood Burbank Airport, and Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal 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 Temple City, 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 Temple City, 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 | 33.6 inches |
| Sunny Days Per Year | 284 |
| Elevation | 407 ft |
| Near | Eaton Wash area |
Eight to fifteen pounds is small enough for any home in Temple City to work for a Teddy Bear, whether that's a downtown condo, a townhouse, or a family house with a yard. The breed adjusts to all of them without much fuss. Travel is easy at this size too. Carriers, car seats, and crates all stay compact, and the dog rides quietly on weekend trips around Southern California Coast. Portability is part of why small-community families pick the breed.
The mild climate across the area keeps daily life with the breed simple. Walks happen at almost any hour because the temperate weather stays comfortable year round. None of the heavy seasonal habits other climates ask for apply here. Summer afternoons might shift walks to slightly cooler hours, since the breed cools more slowly than longer-nosed dogs, but otherwise the routine stays the same across the year. The wavy or curly low-shedding coat needs regular brushing and grooming every six to eight weeks regardless of climate.
Local Dog Parks and Trails
Temple City 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 Temple City regularly keeps that social side healthy and helps the breed stay confident in new settings throughout the dog's life.
Dog Parks
Temple City Dog Park, Live Oak Park, 10144 Bogue St, Temple City
Las Tunas Dog Area, Temple City, CA
Walking Trails
San Gabriel River Trail, 880 N Pasadena Ave, Azusa, CA 91702, Temple City
Rio Hondo Trail, 1350 N Hudson Ave, Pasadena, CA 91104, Temple City
Serving Families Throughout the Greater Temple City, California Area
If you’re searching for Teddy Bear puppies for sale near Temple City, 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, including and North El Monte CA.
We raise more than just Teddy Bear puppies. See all of our breeds and puppies in Temple City. Aswell as Teddy Bear puppies for sale in Los Angeles.