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Price and budget
# How much does a Shih Tzu puppy cost?
Tibet
The purchase price of a Shih Tzu varies mainly depending on the quality of selection, the reputation of the breeding kennel, the origins and the health monitoring offered. Beyond the initial price, you must also anticipate coat maintenance, food, preventive care and accessories.
Purchase price
## It all depends on where your puppy comes from
The acquisition channel has a direct impact on traceability, support and the level of guarantees. For a popular companion breed like the Shih Tzu, it is better to favor structures that are transparent about health, socialization and breeding conditions.
| LOF breedingThe right choice Documented origins, socialization and health monitoring more supervised. | €1,200 – €1,800 |
| --- | --- |
| Private individual Increased vigilance regarding identification, health status and breeding conditions. | €700 – €1,200 |
| Association or shelter Adoption sometimes possible for an adult, with more moderate fees. | €250 – €500 |
- Lineage and pedigree
- +20% a +50%
- Breeder reputation
- +10% a +30%
- Quality of socialization and follow-up
- +5% a +20%
- Region and availability
- +0% a +15%
Everyday costs
## What about once they're home?
Food€30
Veterinary care€25
Pet insurance€20
Accessories and grooming€15
Total per month≈ €90
## A price that seems too good to be true?
- An abnormally low price should prompt you to check identification, breeding conditions, and the puppies' health status.
- The absence of documents, veterinary follow-up, or transparency about the parents is a warning sign.
- A Shih Tzu with a very extreme muzzle or very exposed eyes may have more health constraints.
FAQ
## Your questions about price
Answers to common questions from prospective owners.
### Why does the price of a Shih Tzu vary so much?
The selection of breeding dogs, health tests, the breeder's reputation, lineage, and the quality of socialization strongly influence the price.
### Is a very cheap Shih Tzu a good deal?
Not necessarily, because an abnormally low price may hide a lack of health monitoring, insufficient socialization, or poor breeding conditions.
## Find a Shih Tzu breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Shih Tzu breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
[Shih Tzu breeders in Nouvelle-Aquitaine20](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-shih-tzu/nouvelle-aquitaine) [Shih Tzu breeders in Occitanie20](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-shih-tzu/occitanie) [Shih Tzu breeders in Hauts-de-France18](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-shih-tzu/hauts-de-france) [Shih Tzu breeders in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur12](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-shih-tzu/provence-alpes-cote-dazur) [Shih Tzu breeders in Grand Est10](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-shih-tzu/grand-est) [Shih Tzu breeders in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes10](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-shih-tzu/auvergne-rhone-alpes) [Shih Tzu breeders in Pays de la Loire7](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-shih-tzu/pays-de-la-loire) [Shih Tzu breeders in Centre-Val de Loire7](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-shih-tzu/centre-val-de-loire)
### Shih Tzu breeders by country
[122 breeders of Shih Tzu in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-shih-tzu) [74 breeders of Shih Tzu in Germany](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-shih-tzu/germany) [59 breeders of Shih Tzu in Italy](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-shih-tzu/italy) [31 breeders of Shih Tzu in Denmark](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-shih-tzu/denmark) [26 breeders of Shih Tzu in the United Kingdom](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-shih-tzu/united-kingdom) [16 breeders of Shih Tzu in the Netherlands](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-shih-tzu/netherlands) [14 breeders of Shih Tzu in Spain](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-shih-tzu/spain) [8 breeders of Shih Tzu in Austria](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-shih-tzu/austria) [3 breeders of Shih Tzu in Finland](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-shih-tzu/finland) [2 breeders of Shih Tzu in Croatia](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-shih-tzu/croatia)
[All breeders of Shih Tzu in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-shih-tzu)
## Compare real prices near you
Verified breeders with transparent pricing, so you can adopt your Shih Tzu with confidence.
[View Shih Tzu breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-shih-tzu)
## Compare Shih Tzu with other breeds
- [Maltese vs. Shih Tzu](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare/maltese-vs-shih-tzu)
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