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Dolly's ideal home Dolly is a cuddly, playful 5-month-old pup with a cheeky streak and plenty of love to give. Like many Puppies, she’s still learning about the world she can be a little worried in new situations and sometimes rolls over when her harness is being put on, but with gentle encouragement, she’s growing in confidence every day. Dolly loves her toys, enjoys a
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Capri's ideal home 2 years & 7 month old Shih Tzu Capri, is looking for an adult only home. She will need all training from scratch so will need a private secure garden where she can potter around in and spend time exploring. Capri has had a very sheltered life and will need time and patience as she adjusts. She is a worried little lady and needs help building her confidence,
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3Ginger's ideal home Ginger is a pretty, happy girl who could live with a confident cat but must be the only dog in her new home. She could also live with children 6+. Could you be Ginger's perfect match? Ginger enjoys a walk and also a snooze in the garden. She loves human company and likes to sleep at the end of your bed at night. If you think Ginger could be your perfect
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5Filo and Toby's ideal home Toby and Filo are on the search for their forever home with adopters who can shower them with love and give them all the attention they want. They could live with another dog, small furries and livestock. Toby and Filo could live with primary school aged children. They have history of finding being left worrying and therefore would be best suited to
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Tesla's ideal home Meet Mustang Sally, Tesla, Capri and Mini – A Shy Shih Tzu Sisterhood Ready for New Beginnings. These lovely two-year-old Shih Tzus are looking for calm, adult-only homes where they can be rehomed individually. They’ve had a tough start and are very nervous, so they need patient, understanding adopters who can help them build confidence at their own
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3Leyla's ideal home Meet Leyla, our sweet little lady with a big heart. We don’t know much about her past, but we do know she’s eager to find a patient family who can help her learn all the essentials. This will include mastering her housetraining and gradually building up her confidence to relax when left home alone. Leyla is a friendly girl with a constantly wagging tail,
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5Koola and Dora's ideal home Koola (7yrs) and Dora (3yrs) are an adorable mother-daughter duo looking for a home through no fault of their own. They are really friendly with everyone they meet so they could live in a home with children. They love each other’s company and are fine with Dogs out and about but would like all the attention to themselves in the home so we are
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Dodge's ideal home Dodge is a Shih Tzu approximately 2-3 years old, who is looking for a calm and quiet home that can give him love and patience whilst he adjusts to home. We do not have much history for Dodge but he appears to have lived most of his life outside without much human interaction. Dodge will need his own private garden as a place he can explore and feel safe in
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4Rocco's ideal home Meet our lovely Rocco, an 18 month old Shih Tzu x Dachshund looking for a calm and predictable home as he can be a nervous boy. He is worried by men so will need at least one female in the home. He can live with children over 14 years and will need to be the only dog in the home. He will need a cat free home and can be left for a couple of hours once
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1Daisy's ideal home Daisy and her best friend Poppy are looking to find their retirement home together. Daisy is 11 year old Shit Tzu and Poppy is 9 years old Lhasa Apso. They are a bonded pair who love being curled up in a bed together and going for walks together. They can live with primary aged children who understands they do like their own space and not to be over handled.
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4Gizmo's ideal home Gizmo is looking for a quiet home where any children are teenaged. Although friendly with other Dogs he can be a pest and doesn't like rowdy Dogs so is probably best as the only dog at home, although he may be able to live with cats. Gizmo is house trained and can be left alone for an hour or two. He has a minor heart condition that does not require
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3Bella's ideal home Bella is looking for a home where she can be the only pet and where any children are over the age of 14. Bella is house trained however she is not used to being left alone so will need somebody to be home for most of the day whilst she settles and build up her leaving hours very gradually. Bella is currently on some medication for her joints but this doesn't
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5Mark's ideal home Mark is looking for a calm and quiet home with adopters who can take him on lots of mini adventures and give him all the care and attention he deserves. Adopters with knowledge of his breed and understanding of his grooming needs would be ideal. He can live with children aged 12 years and over who can play gently with him and who will give him space to rest
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3Charlie's ideal home Charlie is a happy and friendly two year old Shih Tzu. He has had an eye removed for medical reasons and he is blind in in his remaining eye, but he doesn't let that slow him down! He is looking for a home wihout too much change so he can get his bearings, and if in a house with stairs, it might be necessary to put in stair gates so he doesn't get himself
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1Ted's ideal home Ted is a gentle, four year old Shih Tzu with a sweet soul and a shy nature. He’s looking for a calm, quiet home where he can continue to build his confidence at his own pace. If you enjoy peaceful days, spending time in the garden, Ted might be your perfect match. He’s fully housetrained, travels well in the car, and is happy to be left alone for a few
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4Luna's ideal home Luna is as cute as a button! This little 6 year old Shih Tzu x Maltese is a friendly girl who loves snuggle time as much as play time! She could share her home with children of any age, as well as other Dogs. Luna could also be left home alone for around 6 hours a day, but we'd always recommend building this up gradually. Could you be Luna's perfect match?
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4Crystal's ideal home Crystal is hoping to find her forever home with BFF Amigo as they are used to doing everything together. Crystal is the slightly quieter one but she loves being made a fuss of! They are going to be loads of fun in the home! Could you be Crystal's perfect match? Crystal is a 4 year old Shih Tzu who is pretty laid-back and affectionate. Crystal and Amigo can
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3Amigo's ideal home Amigo is hoping to find her forever home with BFF Crystal as they are used to doing everything together. Amigo is the most confident one, and she is quite outgoing and playful. They are going to be loads of fun in the home. Could you be Amigo's perfect match? Amigo is a 4 year old Shih Tzu who is pretty chill and easy-going. Amigo and Crystal can live with
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4Tina's ideal home Tina is a 9 year old Maltese x Shih Tzu who is simply the best! She is pretty low maintenance and could share her home with primary school aged children as well as other Dogs. She loves going out for her walks, so would manage without a garden if she is sufficiently exercised. Could you be Tina's perfect match? Tiny Tina has found herself in our care through
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2Beau's ideal home Beau is a 11 year old Shih Tzu cross Bishon Frise. He is currently in foster and doing very well. He is now ready to start looking for his new forever home. Beau is a wonderful companion dog and loves going for his walks. He travels well in the car and is great settling in the home and housetrained. He would love his forever home to have children aged 12 and
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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.
