Teddy Bear Puppies for Sale in Alexandria, VA
Our Teddy Bears can be hand-delivered right to your door.
Teddy Bear Puppy Breeder Serving Alexandria, VA
Teddy Bear puppies, also called Shicons and Zuchons can be delivered right to your home
The Teddy Bear is a small companion cross our family farm has raised for more than ten years. For buyers in Alexandria, VA, every parent dog is genetically tested before pairing, and every puppy goes through ENS. Adults reach eight to fifteen pounds. The humid city climate across Northern Virginia calls for AC apartments and short sidewalk outings in summer, which fits the breed's preference for being inside. Browse our Teddy Bear puppies for sale, with weekly ground delivery to your area.
What Alexandria Families Say About Our Teddy Bear Puppies
Our Teddy Bears Available In Alexandria, VA
All of our puppies can be delivered to Alexandria
Owning a Teddy Bear in Alexandria
Heat and humidity through long summer stretches are the main things to plan around with a Teddy Bear in Alexandria, VA, on top of the busy city setting. Summer walks happen early in the morning or late in the evening once the worst of the day has passed. AC covers the middle of the day. The breed actually prefers being inside during peak heat because of slower cooling from the shorter Shih Tzu muzzle. A few brushings a week handle the wavy or curly coat through humid stretches of the year. Daily activity runs 20 to 30 minutes, which a short walk plus indoor play cover easily. Apartments, condos, and family houses all suit an eight to fifteen pound dog, and a fenced yard isn't necessary in city settings. The dog rides in a normal car, taxi, or rideshare at cooler hours and is welcome at most dog-friendly patios and small shops around town. Most Teddies get along with kids, cats, and other small dogs in apartment buildings once introductions are handled slowly. The breed doesn't carry strong prey drive, so cat households tend to settle in within a few weeks once the new dog stops being a novelty.
Why Alexandria 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 Alexandria, Virginia
Getting your Teddy Bear puppy home to Alexandria is easy! Since Alexandria is just a short drive from our family kennel in Ohio, many of our Alexandria 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 Alexandria, or flight nanny service into your nearest airport.
Once your Teddy Bear puppy is reserved, our team will reach out to schedule delivery to Alexandria. 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 Alexandria, Virginia. 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 Alexandria, VA
| Region | Northern Virginia |
|---|---|
| County | Alexandria city |
| 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 | 213 |
| Elevation | 56 ft |
| Near | Potomac River shore |
The Teddy Bear bonds tightly with the family. The breed wants people nearby and doesn't do well alone in a backyard or basement for long stretches. City life in Alexandria suits the trait well since households share closer quarters and the dog stays close to the family. Apartment life suits Teddy Bears better than it suits many small breeds because no yard is needed, the dog doesn't pace indoors, and shorter city walks are enough.
City living through hot humid weather brings standard habits. In summer, the breed walks at sunrise or after sunset because cooling takes longer than for longer-nosed dogs. AC runs through the hottest part of the day, which fits the breed's preference for indoor time. Humidity collects in the wavy or curly coat, and a few short brushings a week keep tangles out of it. A summer trim a touch shorter helps with comfort. The dog spends most of its time indoors near the family across the year, which suits both the climate and the breed's preferences.
Local Dog Parks and Trails
Alexandria and the surrounding area have solid spots for getting outside with a small dog like a Teddy Bear. Local dog parks and short trails work better than long off-leash hikes for the breed.
A Teddy Bear that gets out regularly is a confident, settled dog. The breed is friendly with people and other dogs by nature, and steady exposure to new sights and sounds in Alexandria keeps the dog at ease wherever the family goes.
Dog Parks
Cameron Run Regional Park Dog Area, 4001 Eisenhower Ave, Alexandria
Ben Brenman Dog Park, 4800 Brenman Park Dr, Alexandria
Walking Trails
Mount Vernon Trail, Roosevelt Island, GW Memorial Pkwy, Alexandria
Holmes Run Trail, 4001 Eisenhower Ave, Alexandria, Alexandria
Serving Families Throughout the Greater Alexandria, Virginia Area
If you’re searching for Teddy Bear puppies for sale near Alexandria, 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 Virginia, including Oxon Hill MD, Glassmanor MD, Huntington VA, Belle Haven VA, National Harbor MD, and Forest Heights MD.
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