3Suzie's ideal home This sweet and sensitive lady is Suzie. Suzie is a very lovely girl who has unfortunately found herself in our care through no fault of her own and she is really missing the home life. We would love to find Suzie a quiet, adult only home as she can be worried by lots of noise and hustle and bustle. Suzie can happily walk along side some walking dog buddies
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
3Bella's ideal home Bella is looking for a quiet retirement home where she can be the centre of attention. She would love a home where she can go on little adventures as is still active and enjoys walks and meeting new friends. Bella would love someone at home most of the time but once settled in her new home could stay on her own for a couple of hours when needed. She could
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Penny's ideal home Penny is a beautiful 9yr old Shih Tzu who is looking for a new home through no fault of her own. She is quite an independent lady and will suit a calm and quiet adult home with people who are looking for some quiet company. She shows no interest at all in other Dogs and prefers to be with human friends so she'll need to be the only pet in her home. Could you
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
4Daisy's ideal home Say hello to Daisy - a lovely 2.5 year old Shih Tzu looking for her forever home! Daisy is a super sweet girl, who loves to have a cuddle with all her people. She is really affectionate and wants nothing more than a loving home to take her under their wing. Daisy is instantly friendly with everyone she meets, Dogs included. She is good on the lead, but this
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
3Billie's ideal home Billie is a sweet 7 year old Shih Tzu looking for her forever home. She has come from a really unfortunate background, so on her arrival, was given a welfare groom and now feeling a lot more comfortable. She hasn't had much experience being walked on a lead, so would need a bit of support in this area, but she loves her food and attention from people so we
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
3Alfie's ideal home Meet 11 year old Alfie who is ready to find his paw-fect retirement home. Despite his years he still loves to get out and about exploring. Alfie has previously been in a home where he was housetrained although he may need a little refresher as he settles back into life in a home. Alfie hasn't had much experience of being left so he would prefer adopters who
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
3George's ideal home Adorable little George is a sweet lad who is ready to find his forever home. At 11 years old he is looking for the slice of the quiet life, but don't let that fool you he still love to get out and about exploring. He is hoping to find adopters who have some time and patience to help him with some ongoing training. George has lived in a home previously where
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Rosie's ideal home This cute curly haired girl is Rosie! She is a 3 month old Shih Tzu X Poodle Crossbreed who has so much energy for all the fun things in life. Rosie is a typical puppy, she is inquisitive, playful, and will need all the usual training and socialisation. Rosie is still learning her manners, and likes to use her teeth to play when she gets excited. This can be
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
1Appa and Eevee's ideal home Appa and Eevee are an adorable pair who are ready to find their forever home. They are looking to be the only Dogs in the home but do have the potential to live with cats and can have walking friends out and about. They have good home history of being able to be left for a few hours once settled and can live with children of secondary school age.
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
1Hedley's ideal home Hedley is looking for a quiet retirement home to rest his paws in. He would love a home where he can still go for trips out as he really enjoys being out and about. He travels well in the car and once settled into the home he also doesn't mind staying in on his own for a few hours to enjoy some 'me time'. Hedley can live with another calm dog who isn't
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
5Heidi's ideal home Meet Heidi and her best friend Maddie! These two ladies are 7 and 9 year old Shih Tzus looking for a quiet home together. They are very bonded, and can often be seen cuddled up together in the same bed in their kennel! Heidi and Maddie came into our care without very much history, but from getting to know them we think they would suit a home without too much
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Could you be Lola's perfect match? Lola and Willow are looking for a forever home together. They are a lovely, friendly pair who would like to be the only pampered pooches in the home. They enjoy playing with soft toys, having a treat or two and exploring out on walks. Both will be fine with spending time away from their humans for short periods of time and are pretty spot on
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
4Ollie's ideal home Ollie is looking for loving, gentle adopters who will give him stability & make him a proper part of the family! He would prefer to live with older teenagers aged 15+ but could hopefully have his leaving hours slowly built up after he’s settled in. Ollie could potentially live with another, calm dog or other pets providing interactions & introductions were
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Jessie's ideal home Jessie is a wonderful little 7 year old Shih Tzu looking for a home where she can be the centre of attention. She loves nothing more than having a lap to nap on or someone sitting stroking her and giving her all of their attention. Once settled in a home she can be left alone for a few hours but overnight she prefers to sleep in the bedroom with human
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Sweep's ideal home Sweep is a sweet boy who found himself in our care due to no fault of his own. He is looking for a quiet, adult-only home. Sweep has shown signs of resource guarding so needs a family that are prepared to manage this and continue working on his training. Our team will be on hand to offer support and advice if needed. Sweep needs to be the only pet in the
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Bertie's ideal home Bertie is a sensitive boy who is looking for a home with a keen interest in training. He does have his worries around both people and Dogs so is looking for a quiet, adult-only home with no visiting children, and will also need to be the only pet in the home. Bertie will need a secure garden all of his own so he can enjoy lots of play in a safe environment,
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
6Buster's ideal home Buster is a sweet 4-year-old Shih Tzu cross who came into our care as a stray. He spent some time in a home where he was mostly housetrained, though he may need a little refresher as he settles back into home life. Buster forms strong bonds with his favourite people and can find it difficult when left alone, so he’s hoping to find adopters who are home
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
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3Frodo's ideal home Meet Frodo and his brother Gimli. These two beautiful boys are the last of their litter and we cant figure out why as they are very cute. We are looking for a committed home that can support them through all aspects of puppy training. They have lots of energy and will need a private, secure garden to help with toilet training, loose-lead walking, and general
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
3Aurora's ideal home Aurora is sweet natured 1 year old Shih Tzu cross who is looking for a calm, loving family to call her own. Aurora has been through a lot already, and during her time with us we have seen her grow in confidence each day. She is looking for a quieter household, but could live with sensible older children. She loves being the focus of attention so would need
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
Adopting a Shih Tzu usually involves completing an application form, meeting the dog in person, and agreeing to any checks or requirements set by the current owner or rescue organisation. This helps ensure the Shih Tzu is matched with the right home.
Before adopting a Shih Tzu, consider the breed's exercise needs, grooming requirements, and temperament. Understanding the typical traits of a Shih Tzu can help you decide if it's the right fit for your lifestyle.
Browse the listings on this page to see Shih Tzu dogs currently available for adoption. You can filter by location to find Shih Tzus closer to you, making it easier to arrange a visit and meet the dog in person.
Many rescues and private owners charge an adoption fee. This fee often covers vaccinations, microchipping, and sometimes neutering, helping to ensure the dog is healthy and ready for a new home.
