Teddy Bear Puppies for Sale in Huntington, WV
Our Teddy Bears can be hand-delivered right to your door.
Teddy Bear Puppy Breeder Serving Huntington, WV
Teddy Bear puppies, also called Shicons and Zuchons can be delivered right to your home
Gentle, sociable small companions, our Teddy Bear puppies are raised on our family farm in Central Ohio. These puppies come from a Shih Tzu and a Bichon Frise, growing into a small dog of eight to fifteen pounds, with a soft wavy or curly coat. Cold winters in Huntington, WV mean more time inside, and the hypoallergenic coat keeps the home cleaner than most small breeds would. Take a look at our current Teddy Bear puppies for sale. Each puppy goes home with health records and a 3-year guarantee.
What Huntington Families Say About Our Teddy Bear Puppies
Our Teddy Bears Available In Huntington, WV
All of our puppies can be delivered to Huntington
Owning a Teddy Bear in Huntington
A Teddy Bear in Huntington, WV settles into an easy daily routine. About 20 to 30 minutes of activity a day is enough, and the breed splits that easily between morning and evening walks. Indoor play counts too. The four-season climate brings a sweater for the coldest mornings, paw wipes after sidewalk salt, and a towel by the door for muddy spring days. The breed handles all of it without much fuss. At eight to fifteen pounds, home options stay flexible. Apartments, condos, and family houses all work, and the dog spends most of the day indoors near the family anyway. A fenced yard helps on bad-weather days but isn't a must. The dog also rides well in a car, fits everyday errands, and is welcome at most hardware stores, garden centers, and outdoor patios. Many families pick the breed for therapy and emotional support work because Teddies stay steady in unfamiliar rooms and around new people. Most live twelve to sixteen years, and the breed handles new homes, vet trips, and visitors without much drama once a routine is in place.
Why Huntington 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 Huntington, West Virginia
Getting your Teddy Bear puppy home to Huntington is easy! Since Huntington is just a short drive from our family kennel in Ohio, many of our Huntington 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 Huntington, or flight nanny service into your nearest airport.
Once your Teddy Bear puppy is reserved, our team will reach out to schedule delivery to Huntington. 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 Huntington, West 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 Tri-State Airport / Milton J. Ferguson Field, and Yeager Airport.
Teddy Bear Climate Fit in Huntington, WV
| Region | Appalachian Region |
|---|---|
| County | Cabell County |
| Local Climate | warm, humid summers and cool winters |
| January Average High | 42°F |
| July Average High | 86°F |
| Annual Snowfall | 23.6 inches |
| Annual Rainfall | 42.5 inches |
| Sunny Days Per Year | 175 |
| Elevation | 574 ft |
| Near | Ohio-Guyandotte confluence |
The eight to fifteen pound Teddy Bear works in a wider range of homes than buyers usually realize. Studio apartments, townhomes, single-floor ranches, and larger family houses across Huntington all suit the breed. The dog doesn't need a yard, doesn't pace through long indoor stretches, and doesn't take up much space on a couch or bed. Families upgrading from no dog to a first dog, retirees downsizing from a bigger breed, and renters who can only have small pets all find the breed fits without much adjustment to the household.
In the area's four-season climate, the standard habits apply. A doggy coat goes on for bitter winter mornings, paw wipes deal with sidewalk salt, and a towel by the door takes care of spring mud. Summer walks shift to cooler hours, and the wavy or curly low-shedding coat doesn't leave hair around the house through any season. Fall is the easiest stretch of the year for the breed and for the household. Across all of it, twenty to thirty minutes of daily activity covers what the dog needs.
Local Dog Parks and Trails
There are some good places to get outside with a Teddy Bear in Huntington. The breed does best with social outings and shorter walks, and local dog parks and trails fit that pattern well.
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 Huntington keeps that trait strong as the dog grows up.
Dog Parks
Barboursville Dog Park, 3510 U.S. Rt. 60, Barboursville
Camden Park Dog Area, 5000 Ohio River Rd, Huntington
Walking Trails
Beech Fork State Park Trail, 5601 Long Branch Rd, Lavalette
Ritter Park Trail, 1098 McCoy Rd, Huntington
Serving Families Throughout the Greater Huntington, West Virginia Area
If you’re searching for Teddy Bear puppies for sale near Huntington, 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 Appalachian Region, including Ashland KY, Upper OH, Ironton OH, Porter OH, Fayette OH, Rome OH, Flatwoods KY, Pea Ridge WV, Pikeville KY, Wheelersburg OH, Westwood KY, Barboursville WV, Paintsville KY, Grayson KY, South Point OH, Gallipolis OH, Prestonsburg KY, West Liberty KY, Culloden WV, Russell KY, Kenova WV, Elizabeth OH, Williamson WV, Milton WV, Burlington OH, Raceland KY, Louisa KY, Raccoon OH, Coal Grove OH, Catlettsburg KY, Salyersville KY, Franklin Furnace OH, Wayne WV, Olive Hill KY, Oak Hill OH, Coal Run Village KY, Worthington KY, Lavalette WV, Ceredo WV, Guyan OH, Greenup KY, Auxier KY, Wurtland KY, Hamlin WV, Ironville KY, Sciotodale OH, Aid OH, Bellefonte KY, South Webster OH, Lesage WV, Rio Grande OH, Gallipolis Ferry WV, Chesapeake OH, West Hamlin WV, Fort Gay WV, Chattaroy WV, Cannonsburg KY, Inez KY, Sandy Hook KY, South Williamson KY, Martin KY, and Proctorville OH.
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