Teddy Bear Puppies for Sale in Fort Collins, CO
Our Teddy Bears can be hand-delivered right to your door.
Teddy Bear Puppies for Sale in Fort Collins, CO
A Teddy Bear fits altitude city living in Fort Collins, Colorado because the breed is a calm indoor companion that doesn't need long outdoor exertion. The cross weighs eight to fifteen pounds with a low-shedding coat. Dry air, intense sun, and cool evenings call for a few summer habits, with most outings happening at the ends of the day. Every puppy starts Early Neurological Stimulation in the first weeks of life. See our available Teddy Bear puppies for sale, with delivery from Central Ohio.
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Owning a Teddy Bear in Fort Collins
Daily exercise for a Teddy Bear in Fort Collins runs about 20 to 30 minutes, and the altitude city climate brings a couple of small habits to the routine. Hydration matters more at altitude than at sea level, so a water bottle joins every walk. The dry mountain air can affect the wavy or curly coat, which means brushing several times a week keeps it healthy. Cold winter mornings call for a doggy sweater. Summer afternoons shift walks to cooler hours. Being near the family matters as much to the breed as the walk itself, so short outings count toward the daily total. Eight to fifteen pound Teddies fit apartments, condos, and family houses across Colorado. The dog rides well, fits taxi seats, and is allowed at most dog-friendly patios and small shops around town. The breed picks up basic commands quickly and responds well to short, reward-based training sessions, which makes early work easier on first-time small-dog owners in a busy city. Most adult Teddies pick up sit, stay, come, and loose-leash walking inside the first month at home with a steady reward routine and consistent praise.
Why Fort Collins 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, also known as the Shichon or Zuchon, is a designer breed created by cross-breeding a Shih Tzu with a Bichon Frise. They are a small, sturdy breed that usually stands 9 to 12 inches tall and weighs normally 8 to 15 pounds when fully grown. This breed was developed in the United States around the year 2000 with the goal of combining the best traits of both parent breeds into one compact, family friendly companion. Teddy Bears are known for being affectionate, gentle, and very social. They do well with children, get along with other dogs and household pets, and are often used as therapy dogs because of their calm and intuitive nature. They are smart and respond well to training, though they can show a stubborn streak from their Shih Tzu side from time to time. One of the biggest draws of this breed is their hypoallergenic, low-shedding coat, which makes them a strong option for households with allergy concerns. Their coat can be either wavy or curly, depending on which parent they take after more, and will need regular brushings and professional grooming every six to eight weeks. Teddy Bears have moderate energy levels and do not require a lot of exercise. A couple of short walks a day and some indoor playtime are usually enough to keep them happy and healthy. Their small size and laid back personality make them well suited for apartments, smaller homes, and families of all types, including seniors. With proper care and routine vet visits, Teddy Bears typically live 12 to 16 years, and they benefit from hybrid vigor, which often means fewer inherited health issues than their purebred parents.
| Breed Type | Designer hybrid, Shih Tzu and Bichon Frise cross |
|---|---|
| Also known As | Shichon, Zuchon, Teddy Bear |
| 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 Fort Collins, Colorado
The easiest way to get your Teddy Bear puppy home to Fort Collins 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 Fort Collins is about 23 to 25 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 Fort Collins. 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 Cheyenne Regional Jerry Olson Field, and Rocky Mountain Metropolitan 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 Fort Collins, Colorado. 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 Fort Collins, CO
| Region | Northern Colorado |
|---|---|
| County | Larimer County |
| Local Climate | warm, dry summers and cold, snowy winters |
| January Average High | 34°F |
| July Average High | 87°F |
| Annual Snowfall | 30.0 inches |
| Annual Rainfall | 15.0 inches |
| Sunny Days Per Year | 245 |
| Elevation | 5013 ft |
| Near | Cache la Poudre River |
Professional grooming every six to eight weeks is standard for the breed, and at altitude it matters more because dry air affects the coat more than at sea level. A salon every couple of months plus brushing two or three times a week at home keeps the coat from drying out between visits. Mobile groomers are an option in many cities. Through dry winter stretches in Fort Collins, a light conditioning spray between brushings helps the coat stay soft.
Past grooming, altitude brings the usual habits. The thin air pulls moisture faster than people expect, which is why water goes on every walk. Slower cooling than longer-nosed dogs means summer outings land at morning and evening hours for the breed. Cold mountain mornings through winter mean a doggy sweater on the dog. The low-shedding coat doesn't fill the apartment with hair across any season, which matters more in closer-quarters city living than in larger suburban homes.
Local Dog Parks and Trails
There are some good places to get outside with a Teddy Bear in Fort Collins. The breed does best with social outings and shorter walks, and local dog parks and trails fit that pattern well.
Teddy Bears are social by nature. Getting them out around other dogs and people in Fort Collins regularly keeps that social side healthy and helps the breed stay confident in new settings throughout the dog's life.
Dog Parks
Fossil Creek Dog Park, 5821 S Lemay Ave, Fort Collins
Soft Gold Dog Park, 520 Hickory St, Fort Collins
Walking Trails
Horsetooth Reservoir Trail, 4200 Horsetooth Reservoir Rd, Fort Collins
Spring Creek Trail, Edora Park, 1420 Riverside Ave, Fort Collins, Fort Collins
Serving Families Throughout the Greater Fort Collins, Colorado Area
If you’re searching for Teddy Bear puppies for sale near Fort Collins, 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 Northern Colorado, including Wellington CO, and Laporte CO.
We raise more than just Teddy Bear puppies. See all of our breeds and puppies in Fort Collins.