4Piggy's ideal home At eight years old, Piggy is a wonderfully friendly and endearing companion who is searching for a calm, understanding home where life moves at a gentler pace. He would thrive with adopters who enjoy steady days and relaxed routines, ideally in a familiar residential area, small town or on the outskirts of a city. A home where he can eat in peace and enjoy
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Cookie's ideal home Cookie is a super sweet, excitable boy. He absolutely loves attention and is such a cuddle bug. Cookie is a young boy so he can be very jumpy and is very playful and bouncy. He can also get a little bit mouthy and humpy when he's overwhelmed or over excited so that is just something to keep in mind in his future home. Cookie absolutley loves his toys,
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
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
7Pablo's ideal home An eight-year-old Shih Tzu with an endearing character that is sure to win your heart...meet Pablo! He dreams of a calm home, where he could spend his days playing with his toys, enjoying his walks, snoozing on a cosy bed and receiving all the TLC that he deserves. Pablo thrives in a quiet environment and would really benefit from having his own garden
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
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
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
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
1Chase's ideal home Meet Chase – a bright and bouncy 2-year-and-7-month-old pup with a confident, excitable nature that shines through when meeting new people and Dogs alike. Chase is looking for a home that can match his friendly energy while providing calm guidance and structure. He’s medium energy, meaning he’ll enjoy daily walks and playtime but also values his
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
3Charlie's ideal home Looking for a little shadow who will happily join you for every adventure and then snuggle up for a sofa snooze afterwards? Meet Charlie! This 6-year-old Staffy Shih Tzu cross is part cuddlebug, part explorer, and 100% people-pleaser. He loves nothing more than having fuss and soaking up all the attention — ideally while keeping one eye on the world
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
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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
3Echo's ideal home Luka and Echo are a very bonded pair of best friends who are on the search for a new home together. They both like to use their voice to express themselves but soon settles down - the same goes for Dogs, they have mixed lovely with other Dogs here at the centre and in foster but they do like to announce themselves first. They have the potential to share their
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
8Rupert's ideal home Rupert is an affectionate, wonderful boy who is ready to find his forever home. He is an 8 year old terrier cross who came into our care due to owners ill health. Rupert needs to be the only pet in the home, but can have dog walking friends out and about. He is currently residing in one of our foster homes and has settled well when left alone for a few
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
3Chino's ideal home Chino is a fun-loving Jack Russell cross Shih Tzu with a big personality and an even bigger love of laps. He loves his bed and his food, but he’s not too keen on sharing them—so he’ll need to be in an adult-only, single-pet home where his space is respected and routines are consistent & our training team are on hand to support with this. Chino enjoys
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
1Bob's ideal home Bob is a 7 year old cross breed looking for a home with companion Tia. Bob loves the company of humans and will bond quickly with new owners. He is gentle when taking treats and loves his walks. Good to be left 7 hours and can live with children 12+.
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.
