Hello
and thank you for visiting Britteli Kennel. My name is Lisa Finch and I
have been a "dog person" all my life. Growing up, we always had dogs
(Poodles) in our home and I have just naturally continued the tradition into
adulthood. In 1999 I was introduced to the Shih Tzu with my very first
little girl, Chloe, and from that day forward, I was hooked! Chloe taught
me many things about the Shih Tzu, but, more importantly, she taught me the hard
way about the need for education and responsibility among breeders. Almost
from Day 1, Chloe had health problems. It started with chronic kidney
problems and progressed to include cataracts and finally diabetes. In
2005, her tiny body just couldn't take any more and Chloe finally succumbed to
the diabetes. In the years that she suffered, I made it my mission to
become educated, not only about her specific ailments, but also about the other
common inherited diseases of the Shih Tzu. I used every resource
available, including reputable Shih Tzu breeders, veterinarians and other Shih
Tzu
owners. When I made the decision to have my first litter of puppies in
2006, I was
armed with the information and dedication necessary to produce healthy, happy
puppies who will bring joy and warmth to their Moms and Dads for many years.
If you have read my contract and wondered why it is so restrictive, now you have
your answer!
The adults that I have
were carefully chosen for health, temperament and conformation in their
pedigrees. All of my dogs live in my home with me, my husband, Rick, and
my youngest son, Eli, and are all spoiled lap babies. My breeding program
is first geared toward producing healthy puppies from healthy adults . . .
beyond that, I breed for good temperament and conformation to the AKC Shih Tzu
standard.
These are pictures of
the half-acre fenced section of our backyard where our babies are free to romp
and play, weather permitting! That's our "shop"/greenhouse in the
background.
If
you have questions that I haven't answered here, please feel free to call or
email me
and I will be happy to provide you with additional information.
