Teddy Bear Puppies for Sale in Washington, DC
Our Teddy Bears can be hand-delivered right to your door.
Teddy Bear Puppy Breeder Serving Washington, DC
Teddy Bear puppies, also called Shicons and Zuchons can be delivered right to your home
For city households in Washington, District of Columbia, the Teddy Bear is a small breed that fits apartment living. The cross weighs eight to fifteen pounds with a hypoallergenic coat. The breed is gentle but not lazy, friendly but not pushy. Cold city winters call for a sweater on the coldest mornings and short outings during the worst weather, both easy adjustments for a small dog. Each puppy goes home with a 3-year health guarantee. Take a look at our available Teddy Bear puppies for sale on the page.
What Washington Families Say About Our Teddy Bear Puppies
Our Teddy Bears Available In Washington, DC
All of our puppies can be delivered to Washington
Owning a Teddy Bear in Washington
The breed's day-to-day life in Washington adjusts to the local pattern of warm, humid summers and cool winters and the busy city setting. Walks shift to comfortable hours, a doggy sweater covers the coldest stretches, and a towel by the door handles muddy spring days, with paw wipes after winter outings to deal with sidewalk salt. None of those habits take much effort once they're routine. The breed needs about 20 to 30 minutes of activity each day, mostly covered by a few short walks. Apartments, townhomes, and family houses all suit the eight to fifteen pound build, and a fenced backyard adds convenience but isn't a requirement in a city setting. The breed is also easy to bring along most places. The dog fits a normal car, taxi seats, and is welcome at hardware shops, the post office, and most outdoor cafes. Teddies take their energy cue from the household, so calm homes raise calm dogs and busier ones produce more outgoing dogs, which lets the breed fit a wide range of city households. That flexibility is one of the qualities buyers across different households all comment on after the first month or two with the dog at home.
Why Washington 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 Washington, District of Columbia
Getting your Teddy Bear puppy home to Washington is easy! Since Washington is just a short drive from our family kennel in Ohio, many of our Washington families love making the trip to pick up their puppy in person. The drive runs about 5 to 7 hours, and it’s a great chance to see where your puppy was born and raised. If you’d rather have your puppy come to you, we also offer climate-controlled ground transport right to your door in Washington, or flight nanny service into your nearest airport.
Once your Teddy Bear puppy is reserved, our team will reach out to schedule delivery to Washington. 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 2 days.
1. 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.
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 Washington, District of Columbia. This is our most popular delivery option, giving your puppy a safe, calm ride right to your door.
3. 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 a little more expensive, but it gets your puppy to you in the quickest time possible. We can deliver to your nearest airport, including Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, and Washington Dulles International Airport.
Teddy Bear Climate Fit in Washington, DC
| Region | National Capital Region |
|---|---|
| County | District of Columbia |
| Local Climate | warm, humid summers and cool winters |
| January Average High | 42°F |
| July Average High | 87°F |
| Annual Snowfall | 13.4 inches |
| Annual Rainfall | 44.5 inches |
| Sunny Days Per Year | 207 |
| Elevation | 79 ft |
| Near | Potomac River fall line |
Naps make up a big part of the Teddy Bear's day. Most of the day, the breed naps in long stretches on a favorite couch or by a window, content near the family without needing constant attention. That low-energy pattern fits city life in Washington well where many households spend long stretches indoors and don't have constant access to a yard or open space. Calling the breed lazy would miss the mark, since it just doesn't bring the high-energy drive that some other small breeds do.
In a four-season city climate, the low-energy pattern works naturally. Long indoor stretches through cold winters don't make the breed restless. A doggy coat goes on for bitter mornings, paw wipes deal with sidewalk salt, and the wavy or curly low-shedding coat keeps the apartment cleaner than most small breeds. Hot summer afternoons mean walks happen at cooler hours because of the breed's slower cooling. Fall is the easiest stretch of the year for both the dog and the household.
Local Dog Parks and Trails
If you are looking for places to take a Teddy Bear in Washington, the area has a good mix of dog parks and walking spots. Teddy Bears are happy with light outings and time around other small dogs.
Teddy Bears are social by nature. Getting them out around other dogs and people in Washington regularly keeps that social side healthy and helps the breed stay confident in new settings throughout the dog's life.
Dog Parks
Langdon Dog Park, 2815 20th St NE, Washington
Meridian Hill Park Off-Leash Area, 15th & W St NW, Washington
Walking Trails
Rock Creek Park Trails, 5200 Glover Rd NW, Washington
National Mall Trail, Washington, DC
Serving Families Throughout the Greater Washington, District of Columbia Area
If you’re searching for Teddy Bear puppies for sale near Washington, 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 National Capital Region.
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