Teddy Bear Puppies for Sale in Cincinnati, OH
Our Teddy Bears can be hand-delivered right to your door.
Teddy Bear Puppy Breeder Serving Cincinnati, OH
Teddy Bear puppies, also called Shicons and Zuchons can be delivered right to your home
We raise the Teddy Bear at The Puppy Lodge from health-tested parents. The cross of a Shih Tzu and a Bichon Frise is a calm indoor companion at eight to fifteen pounds, with a hypoallergenic wavy or curly coat. The warm, humid summers and cold winters with occasional snow of Cincinnati, OH fits the breed because long indoor city winters are easy on a dog that wants to be with the family. Buyers also search for this breed as a Shichon. See our available Teddy Bear puppies for sale, with safe ground delivery from Central Ohio.
What Cincinnati Families Say About Our Teddy Bear Puppies
Our Teddy Bears Available In Cincinnati, OH
All of our puppies can be delivered to Cincinnati
Owning a Teddy Bear in Cincinnati
In Cincinnati, a Teddy Bear's 20 to 30 minutes of daily activity usually breaks down into short sidewalk walks, indoor play, and the occasional park outing. Teddies are content with light variety and just as happy resting on the couch with the family between walks. The four seasons across Western Ohio shift the daily routine a few times a year. Summer afternoons push walks to morning and evening. Winter gets cold enough that a sweater goes on for the bitter mornings. Spring brings mud, which the curly coat picks up but loses with a quick towel-off. At eight to fifteen pounds, the breed suits apartments, condos, and family houses in the a Ohio River metropolis. A fenced yard helps but is never required. The dog rides comfortably in a car, fits taxi seats, and is welcome at outdoor seating, hardware stores, and most leashed-dog businesses. Retired couples and seniors in city apartments often pick the breed because the daily routine doesn't ask for much physical effort. The eight to fifteen pound build is small enough for easy handling but solid enough not to feel fragile around grandkids and visiting family, and grooming and feeding stay within reach for owners who can't do long outings anymore.
Why Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati, Ohio
Getting your Teddy Bear puppy home to Cincinnati is easy! Since Cincinnati is just a short drive from our family kennel in Ohio, many of our Cincinnati families love making the trip to pick up their puppy in person. The drive runs about 2 to 4 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 Cincinnati, or flight nanny service into your nearest airport.
Once your Teddy Bear puppy is reserved, our team will reach out to schedule delivery to Cincinnati. 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 Cincinnati, Ohio. 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 Cincinnati Municipal Airport Lunken Field, and Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport.
Teddy Bear Climate Fit in Cincinnati, OH
| Region | Western Ohio |
|---|---|
| County | Hamilton County |
| Local Climate | warm, humid summers and cold winters with occasional snow |
| January Average High | 39°F |
| July Average High | 86°F |
| Annual Snowfall | 22.1 inches |
| Annual Rainfall | 42.5 inches |
| Sunny Days Per Year | 178 |
| Elevation | 564 ft |
| Near | Ohio River-Cincinnati |
The wavy or curly coat needs professional grooming every six to eight weeks, which is standard for the breed and works easily in a city like Cincinnati where good groomers are usually a short walk or drive away. Salon visits land every couple of months, and brushing two or three times a week at home keeps the coat tangle-free between trims. Mobile groomers are an option in many cities, which makes the routine easier for apartment-dwellers.
A four-season climate brings the standard habits. Bitter cold winter mornings get a doggy coat, and paw wipes deal with sidewalk salt after walks. Spring brings rain and the towel-by-the-door routine. Through summer afternoons, walks fall at cooler hours given the breed's slower cooling compared to longer-nosed dogs. Autumn stays the easiest stretch for getting outside. The low-shedding wavy or curly coat doesn't fill the house with hair across any season, which matters more in a city apartment where the dog and the household share closer quarters.
Local Dog Parks and Trails
Getting outside with a Teddy Bear in Cincinnati stays simple. The area has dog parks and short walking spots that fit the breed's pace and preference for social time over distance.
One of the best things owners can do with a Teddy Bear is build in regular outings around other dogs and people. The breed is naturally friendly, and consistent exposure to new places in Cincinnati keeps that trait strong as the dog grows up.
Dog Parks
Magrish Riverlands Dog Area, Cincinnati, OH
Westwood Town Hall Dog Park, 3017 Harrison Ave, Cincinnati
Walking Trails
Little Miami Scenic Trail, Milford Access, 930 Main St, Milford
LaBoiteaux Woods Trail, 5400 Lanius Ln, Cincinnati
Serving Families Throughout the Greater Cincinnati, Ohio Area
If you’re searching for Teddy Bear puppies for sale near Cincinnati, 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 Western Ohio, including Norwood OH, Finneytown OH, Bellevue KY, Dayton KY, Ludlow KY, St. Bernard OH, Golf Manor OH, Amberley OH, Elmwood Place OH, Bromley KY, and Arlington Heights OH.
We raise more than just Teddy Bear puppies. See all of our breeds and puppies in Cincinnati.