Teddy Bear Puppies for Sale in Annapolis, MD
Our Teddy Bears can be hand-delivered right to your door.
Teddy Bear Puppy Breeder Serving Annapolis, MD
Teddy Bear puppies, also called Shicons and Zuchons can be delivered right to your home
If you are searching for a Teddy Bear puppy in Annapolis, MD, The Puppy Lodge raises this Shih Tzu and Bichon Frise cross with health-tested adults and a 3-year guarantee on every puppy. Adults weigh eight to fifteen pounds and the breed lives twelve to sixteen years. The plush, low-shedding coat keeps the home clean through the cold indoor months. Our current Teddy Bear puppies for sale are listed on the site. Contact us about a litter.
What Annapolis Families Say About Our Teddy Bear Puppies
Our Teddy Bears Available In Annapolis, MD
All of our puppies can be delivered to Annapolis
Owning a Teddy Bear in Annapolis
Daily routines with a Teddy Bear in Annapolis, MD don't ask much of the household. The breed needs 20 to 30 minutes of activity, which a couple of neighborhood walks or fenced-yard time cover. Indoor play counts toward the daily total too. The four-season climate brings a few simple habits. A sweater goes on for the coldest winter mornings, paw wipes deal with sidewalk salt, and a towel by the door for muddy spring days finishes the list. Summer outings happen at comfortable hours. Apartments, condos, and family houses all work for the eight to fifteen pound build, and a fenced yard helps without being a must. The breed also makes a good travel dog. A Teddy Bear fits any car, rides quietly, and is welcome at outdoor patios and the kinds of businesses that allow leashed dogs across Chesapeake Bay Region. Most outings around town include the dog without trouble because the calm temperament keeps things steady. Grooming runs to a trim every six to eight weeks plus brushing twice a week at home, which keeps the wavy or curly coat from matting through long indoor winters.
Why Annapolis 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 Annapolis, Maryland
Getting your Teddy Bear puppy home to Annapolis is easy! Since Annapolis is just a short drive from our family kennel in Ohio, many of our Annapolis 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 Annapolis, or flight nanny service into your nearest airport.
Once your Teddy Bear puppy is reserved, our team will reach out to schedule delivery to Annapolis. 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 Annapolis, Maryland. 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 Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
Teddy Bear Climate Fit in Annapolis, MD
| Region | Chesapeake Bay Region |
|---|---|
| County | Anne Arundel County |
| Local Climate | hot, humid summers and cool winters |
| January Average High | 44°F |
| July Average High | 90°F |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.0 inches |
| Annual Rainfall | 47.4 inches |
| Sunny Days Per Year | 209 |
| Elevation | 49 ft |
| Near | Severn River |
Energy level suits a four-season climate well for the breed. The breed needs twenty to thirty minutes of activity a day and is content with long indoor stretches between walks, which matters in a place like Annapolis where winter keeps everyone indoors for long stretches. The dog doesn't pace, doesn't get restless, and isn't going to bounce off the walls if a snowy week limits outdoor time. That low-energy pattern is one of the reasons families across Chesapeake Bay Region pick the breed for four-season living over higher-energy small dogs.
Beyond the energy match, the standard seasonal habits round out daily life. A doggy coat goes on for the coldest winter mornings, paw wipes handle sidewalk salt at the door, and a towel takes care of muddy spring days. Walks shift to cooler hours through summer because slower cooling is part of the breed. Fall is the easiest stretch and brings back longer outdoor time. The wavy or curly low-shedding coat doesn't fill the house with hair through any season, which is the other half of the breed's fit with four-season life.
Local Dog Parks and Trails
There are some good places to get outside with a Teddy Bear in Annapolis. 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 Annapolis regularly keeps that social side healthy and helps the breed stay confident in new settings throughout the dog's life.
Dog Parks
Truxtun Dog Area, Annapolis, MD
Hillsmere Dog Area, Annapolis, MD
Walking Trails
Quiet Waters Park Trail, 600 Quiet Waters Park Rd, Annapolis
Annapolis Waterfront Trail, Annapolis, MD
Serving Families Throughout the Greater Annapolis, Maryland Area
If you’re searching for Teddy Bear puppies for sale near Annapolis, 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 Chesapeake Bay Region, including Parole MD, Easton MD, Annapolis Neck MD, Edgewater MD, Mayo MD, Stevensville MD, Chesapeake Beach MD, Naval Academy MD, Shady Side MD, Centreville MD, Deale MD, Chester MD, Riva MD, Grasonville MD, North Beach MD, Algonquin MD, St. Michaels MD, Tilghman Island MD, Trappe MD, Queenstown MD, Galesville MD, Cordova MD, Oxford MD, and Kent Narrows MD.
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