Small, Family Breeder of High Quality Shichon, Poochon, Teddy Poo, Shih Tzu, and Shihpoo Puppies
Based in Clinton, Iowa, our dogs bring joy to families nationwide.
The piece your family has been missingLow-shed, hypoallergenic Shichon, Shih Tzu, Teddy Poo, Poochon, and Shihpoo puppies to complete your family
When it comes to adding a member to your family, we know how important it is to find a puppy that has been bred with care and love. We take pride in our small family, ethical breeding practices. Your pup is one of our family members until they become yours.
When it comes to your future puppy, peace of mind matters.
Our StoryHow Smoochie Poochie Puppies Started
Hi! I’m Gloria, and this is my family. Our story of becoming ethical, small-family breeders started with one puppy. I never planned on becoming a breeder or even imagined it. At the time, I worked as a "puppy nanny," flying across the U.S. and Canada to hand deliver puppies to their new families.
The very first delivery changed everything. Seeing the joy on someone's face when they met their new puppy for the first time stayed with me. I knew I wanted to be the one raising those happy, healthy puppies.
I began learning everything I could. I studied genetics, nutrition, early socialization, and spent hours asking questions and taking notes from experienced breeders and veterinarians. The more I learned, the more I understood the level of care and responsibility ethical breeding requires. I promised myself I would always do it the right way with integrity and intention.
After careful research, I chose my first breeding pair, Marcy and Jack. I stayed beside Marcy through her entire first delivery, making sure each puppy was safe and warm. Watching those tiny puppies take their first breaths was unforgettable. Even now, every litter still feels just as special.
Today, breeding is more than something I do. It is a part of who I am. Every update from a new family reminds me why I started in the first place: for the joy, the connection, and the love that these puppies bring into people's lives. We would love to help you find your puppy as you grow your family.
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Ready to find your newest family member?
Bringing home a puppy is a meaningful decision, and we want you to feel supported every step of the way. Our process is simple and designed to match families with the right puppy.
firstSubmit Your Application
Fill out your application with as much detail as you can. We take great care in making sure our puppies go to loving, prepared homes. Once we review your application, we will reach out with next steps.
After your application is approved, you can join our waitlist. A $300 deposit is required to hold your spot for an upcoming litter. If we have any puppies currently available outside of the waitlist, we will let you know at this time as well.
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When our next litter arrives, families are notified in the order deposits were received. Puppies go home at 8 to 9 weeks, and the final payment is due before pickup or delivery.