3Teddy's ideal home Teddy is a friendly boy who is going to make a wonderful companion. He has a good history around kids and would be able to live with secondary school children. Teddy would like to be the only dog in the home. He's no trouble but just a bit avoidant and needs to build his confidence around other Dogs. While we have no history of Teddy around cats, he does
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Evesham, Worcestershire (14mi)
3Toby's ideal home Toby is a gorgeous 4 year old Shih Tzu with a happy, friendly personality and a big love for his toys, he is a wonderful little lad who enjoys life and brings a lot of joy wherever he goes. Toby could live with children aged 11 years and over and could live with another dog, preferably one of a similar size as he feels more comfortable with Dogs like himself.
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks (37mi)
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
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks (37mi)
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2Wilfred's ideal home Wilfred is on the search for his forever home! Wilfred is a fun little dog who enjoys going for shorter walks rather than big, long adventures and then back home for a snooze! Wilfred could live with a well-matched dog. He has no known history of living with other animals such as cats, small furries or livestock. He could live with children 6+ and happily
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Uxbridge, London (72mi)
2Stuart's ideal home Meet Stuart, our handsome 10 year old Shih Tzu X. Stuart is a sweet older gentleman looking for a quiet retirement home with a loving family. He does sometimes like his alone time, curled up on a soft bed or sofa cushion and for this reason would prefer to live in a home without another dog and where all children are 14+ so he isn't disturbed when he's
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Cardiff, Glamorgan (55mi)
1Rubble's ideal home Rubble is on the search for his forever home! He would like a home that can continue his basic training and open his eyes up to the world. He is a friendly dog and could live with children 8+ providing they learn to read his body language. He is happy to have visitors. Rubble likes having calm walking friends, but would like to be the only dog in the home.
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Uxbridge, London (72mi)
3Douglas & Diego's ideal home Meet Douglas (7) & Diego (5) – a heart-melting, tail-wagging duo guaranteed to double the love in your life! These two adorable fluffballs are as sweet as they are snuggly. Whether they’re proudly parading around with their favourite squeaky toys, trotting beside you on a new adventure, or curling up together for a well-earned snooze, Douglas
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Telford, Shropshire (55mi)
3Diggy's ideal home Diggy is looking for an adult only home who will be around most of the day to give him plenty of cuddles! He enjoys the company of other Dogs but doesn’t seek much interaction, so would be better as the only pet in his new home. Diggy can live in any area & would love adopters who are understanding of his more worried side. Could you be Diggy's perfect
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wymeswold, Leicestershire (74mi)
3Oscar's ideal home Oscar is a dapper older gentleman who is looking for his forever home. He is looking to be the only dog in the house as he does like his own space. He can live with children 11 + and is looking for a quiet home where he can retire. Oscar is looking for a low level exercise household who will take him out for a nice calm quiet walk where he can have a nice
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Cardiff, Glamorgan (55mi)
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.
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Shih Tzus are a popular dog breed known for their appearance, temperament and suitability for a range of homes. If you are considering this breed, it is worth understanding their typical characteristics, exercise needs, grooming requirements and breeder standards before contacting sellers.
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