Teddy Bear Puppies for Sale in Orlando, FL
Our Teddy Bears can be hand-delivered right to your door.
Teddy Bear Puppy Breeder Serving Orlando, FL
Teddy Bear puppies, also called Shicons and Zuchons can be delivered right to your home
City summers in Orlando, Florida are hot and humid, and a Teddy Bear adapts to that climate as an apartment companion that stays close to the family. The shorter muzzle from the Shih Tzu side means slower cooling than longer-nosed breeds get, so AC during peak afternoon hours is part of life. At eight to fifteen pounds, the breed is small enough for any city home. Outings happen at the cooler ends of the day across Central Florida. Our current Teddy Bear puppies for sale ship safely to your area.
What Orlando Families Say About Our Teddy Bear Puppies
Our Teddy Bears Available In Orlando, FL
All of our puppies can be delivered to Orlando
Owning a Teddy Bear in Orlando
Daily life with a Teddy Bear in Orlando runs around 20 to 30 minutes of activity and the hot, humid weather that shapes most of the year in FL. Most exercise lands at the cooler ends of the day. Sidewalk walks at sunrise, an evening stroll after the worst of the afternoon, and indoor play across the middle of the day cover the daily total. AC handles peak afternoon hours, which the breed actually prefers because the shorter Shih Tzu muzzle slows cooling. Brushing the wavy or curly coat several times a week keeps humid-weather tangles in check. Eight to fifteen pound Teddy Bears do well in city apartments, condos, and family houses. A fenced yard isn't required at this size, and most apartments don't have one anyway. The breed rides quietly in an air-conditioned car, fits taxi seats, and is welcome at coffee shop patios and most leashed-dog retail spots during cooler hours of the day. Salon grooming runs every six to eight weeks, with a shorter summer trim helping the dog stay comfortable through long humid stretches. Many owners also stock a quick-dry microfiber dog towel by the entryway for the rainier days.
Why Orlando 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 Orlando, Florida
The easiest way to get your Teddy Bear puppy home to Orlando 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 Orlando is about 15 to 17 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 Orlando. 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 Orlando International Airport, and Orlando Sanford 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 Orlando, Florida. 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 Orlando, FL
| Region | Central Florida |
|---|---|
| County | Orange County |
| Local Climate | hot, humid summers and warm, sunny winters |
| January Average High | 71°F |
| July Average High | 93°F |
| Annual Snowfall | a few inches |
| Annual Rainfall | 51.7 inches |
| Sunny Days Per Year | 237 |
| Elevation | 148 ft |
| Near | Lake Eola area |
Studio apartments, city condos, townhomes, and family houses all work for an eight to fifteen pound Teddy Bear in Orlando. The size matters in a city setting where smaller dogs mean easier elevators, smaller carriers, and pet-friendly building policies that often have weight limits. Car rides, taxi seats, rideshares, and trips across Central Florida all include the dog without much extra gear. Portability is one of the reasons the breed fits urban life so well.
The hot humid climate brings a few standard habits to city life. Walks move to morning and evening in summer because slower cooling makes midday harder on the breed. The breed prefers indoor time, and AC covers the worst of the afternoon heat. Humid weather works into the wavy or curly coat, which is why a few brushings a week become part of life with the breed. Summer trims usually run a touch shorter to keep the dog cooler. Hot city sidewalks are harder on short legs in the warm months, so timing walks for cooler hours matters.
Local Dog Parks and Trails
Orlando 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 Orlando regularly keeps that social side healthy and helps the breed stay confident in new settings throughout the dog's life.
Dog Parks
Lake Baldwin Dog Park, 2000 S Lakemont Ave, Winter Park
Barber Park Dog Park, 3701 Gatlin Ave, Orlando
Walking Trails
West Orange Trail, 17914 SR-438, Winter Garden, FL 34787, Winter Garden
Little Econ Greenway, Orlando, FL
Serving Families Throughout the Greater Orlando, Florida Area
If you’re searching for Teddy Bear puppies for sale near Orlando, 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 Florida, including Conway FL, Fairview Shores FL, Holden Heights FL, and Edgewood FL.
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