Shih Tzu Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In East Midlands

12 Shih Tzu Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In East Midlands

Find 12 Shih Tzu dogs for adoption in East Midlands, including rescue and rehoming listings from shelters, breeders and private owners.

This page helps you compare Shih Tzu dogs available for adoption in and around East Midlands, whether you are looking for a puppy, an adult dog, or a Shih Tzu ready for a new home.

Before enquiring, check each dog's age, temperament, background and rehoming requirements so you can choose a Shih Tzu that suits your home, lifestyle and experience.

New to adoption? Read our buying checklist and Shih Tzu breed information to help you prepare before contacting a seller or rescue.

  • Cashew 6

    Cashew

    1 day ago
    • 2 Year Old Male

    Cashew's ideal home Cashew is a lively boy who loves nothing more than bounding about. He likes to use his voice but is friendly and can live with children of secondary school age. Cashew can share his walks with Dogs as long as they are happy with him talking to them on approach. He will need to be the only dog in the home though. He has potential to live with cats, pending a

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (47 miles)

  • Dylan 4

    Dylan

    1 week ago
    • 11 Year Old Male

    Dylan's ideal home Dylan is our dainty 11yr old Shih Tzu ready to find his retirement home. He is currently residing out in one of our foster homes. Dylan is looking for an adult only home but does have potential to share it with cats. This would be in a home where they can be kept separate whilst gradual introductions are taking place. Dylan has ongoing medical needs which

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (47 miles)

  • Emma 4

    Emma

    1 week ago
    • 9 Year Old Female

    Emma's ideal home Meet Emma, a 9-year-old adorable Shih Tzu! Emma is looking for patient and calm adopters who can help build her confidence, as she can be worried by new people and situations. She would love her adopters to move at her pace and advocate for her needs. She is suitable to live with older secondary-aged children. Emma may be able to live with another

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Uxbridge, London (50 miles)

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    Moose

    • 10 Year Old Male

    Moose's ideal home Moose is a handsome 10-year-old gentleman looking for a calm, adult-only home where he can enjoy his retirement in comfort. He can be a little cautious when meeting new people, but once he gets to know you, his affectionate side shines through. Moose loves a fuss, enjoys cuddles on the sofa, and is always happy to head out for a leisurely walk. He has been a

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (73 miles)

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    Purdy

    • 5 Year Old Female

    Purdy's ideal home Purdy is an approximately 7-year-old, medium-energy girl looking for a calm, patient home where she can continue to build her confidence. She is incredibly friendly with new people and loves nothing more than a fuss and a cuddle, often choosing affection over toys. Purdy can find new environments and unfamiliar situations overwhelming, as she hasn't

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (73 miles)

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    Sansa

    • 6 Year Old Female

    Sansa's ideal home Sansa is an approximately 7-year-old sweetheart looking for a patient and understanding family who will help her build confidence at her own pace. She is a gentle, affectionate girl who loves fuss and attention from the people she trusts and is happiest when she can be close to her family. Sansa has not experienced much of the world and can find new

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (73 miles)

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    Mia

    • 10 Year Old Female

    Mia's ideal home Mia is a 10-year-old Shih Tzu with a wonderful personality and plenty of life left to enjoy. This confident, friendly, and lovable little lady adores meeting new people and loves exploring new places. Although she is an older dog, she still enjoys getting out and about and has a low energy level, making her a lovely companion for a family looking for a more

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (73 miles)

  • Scout 6

    Scout

    • 4 Year Old Male

    Scout's ideal home Meet Scout, he is approximately 4 years old. Scout is looking for a patient and understanding home that can help him continue his confidence when left alone. He can live with children aged 14 and above who are comfortable around a bouncy, excitable dog. Scout would like to be the only dog in the home so he can enjoy all the attention for himself. A secure

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Newton Tony, Wiltshire (82 miles)

  • Bingo 3

    Bingo

    • 3 Year Old Male

    Bingo's ideal home Little Bingo is looking for a very patient, quiet home where he can adjust at his own pace. He’s a nervous lad so needs a home with no other pets where everyone is 15+. He must have a fully secure garden but can be left up to 3 hours. Could you be Bingo's perfect match? Bingo has such a huge personality in his tiny, fluffy body! He lives for toys and would

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wymeswold, Leicestershire, East Midlands

  • Bailey 3

    Bailey

    • 11 Year Old Male

    Bailey's ideal home Bailey is an 11-year-old Shih Tzu gentleman looking for a loving home where he can enjoy the best of his senior years. He loves a slower pace of life, but don't let his age fool you – he still enjoys getting out for his walks, especially if you're happy to stop while he investigates every interesting scent and blade of grass along the way! Bailey adores

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Telford, Shropshire (73 miles)

  • Basmati 6

    Basmati

    • 1 Year Old Male

    Basmati's ideal home Basmati is looking for an active, quiet home who are willing to continue his training in confidence building and handling. He has limited life experience, however, has been tackling each day head on! Due to his limited early experiences, Basmati would benefit from a home who had a private garden or secure outdoor space where she can safely explore at his

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Newbury, Berks (61 miles)

  • Bertie 2

    Bertie

    • 2 Year Old Male

    Bertie'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

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (47 miles)

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  • Munchkin 2

    Munchkin

    1 day ago
    • 3 Year Old Male

    Munchkin's ideal home Meet Munchkin, an affectionate, adorable 3 year old Shih Tzu. He’s a super fun, active boy who would be the pawfect companion for days out, as he loves exploring new surroundings. One thing about Munchkin is that he just loves being with you and enjoys being involved in whatever you’re up to. Whether it's a sniffy walk, a game of tug, or zoomies round

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex (100 miles)

  • Bonnie 3

    Bonnie

    • 14 Year Old Female

    Bonnie's ideal home Bonnie is a 14 year old Shih Tzu with a young spirit and plenty of love to give. She may be a senior, but you certainly wouldn't know it! She enjoys short potter walks where she can take her time exploring all the interesting sights and smells, and she loves playing with her toys before having a good roll around in her cozy bed. Bonnie has sadly missed out

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Mid Glamorgan, Wales (115 miles)

  • Ozzy 4

    Ozzy

    • 10 Year Old Male

    Ozzy's ideal home Ozzy and Teddy are looking for their paw-fect retirement pad together. The senior pair are previously house trained and used to spending time away from their humans. They’d like to soak up all the home comforts as the only Dogs in the home although, they may live with a calm cat pending successful introduction. As they are both a little older, they would be

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Sadberge, Co Durham (160 miles)

  • Buddy 2

    Buddy

    • 9 Year Old Male

    Buddy's ideal home Loveable boy Buddy is a 9 year old Shih Tzu cross who enjoys all of the attention, he loves a sniffy stroll and a comfy and snooze in equal measure. He likes to play with toys, but does sometimes like to defluff them, he is a gracious boy and is happy for you to tidy up after he is done. He can be quite cheeky and is a doggy of opportunity, if you leave food

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Chestfield, Kent (102 miles)

  • Bailey 3

    Bailey

    • 6 Year Old Male

    Bailey's ideal home Bailey is a 6-year-old Shih Tzu x Chihuahua looking for a home with his best friend Diego. They are looking for a home with more than one person and would love their own private secure garden. They can be nervous around new people so would prefer their new home to have minimal visitors and ability to separate them from the front door. They love to be

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester (103 miles)

  • Diego 3

    Diego

    • 6 Year Old Male

    Diego's ideal home Diego is a 6-year-old Shih Tzu x Chihuahua looking for a home with his best friend Bailey. They are looking for a home with more than one person and would love their own private secure garden. They can be nervous around new people so would prefer their new home to have minimal visitors and ability to separate them from the front door. They love to be

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester (103 miles)

  • Teddy 5

    Teddy

    • 5 Year Old Male

    Teddy's ideal home Teddy is looking for an active home that can keep up with his adventurous spirit and provide him with plenty of exercise and enrichment. He could potentially live with a well-matched, neutered dog, and would be happy to continue building his social skills. Teddy is looking for a home with children of upper secondary school age and above and cannot live with

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester (103 miles)

  • Coco 3

    Coco

    • 3 Year Old Male

    Coco's ideal home Coco is looking for an adult-only home with a secure garden where he can enjoy plenty of exercise and fun. He would benefit from continuing his socialisation around other Dogs out on walks and will need a home without cats; any small furries must be kept separate. Coco would like any leaving time to be built up gradually and needs owners who will respect his

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester (103 miles)

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • 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.

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