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Savannah

Shih Tzu Maltese

Female, 2 yrs 5 mos

los angeles, CA

Color
N/A
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Meet Savannah Sweet. Resilient. Full of love. Savannah is a gentle, joyful soul who adores cuddles, playtime, and sunshine on her face. She’s great with other dogs, potty trained, and always comes when called—because being close to you is her favorite thing. Though she came to us with an injured foot, she’s thriving. A simple morning bootie routine is all she needs to take on the day with her signature happy trot. Her separation anxiety has improved, and her little heart is wide open. If you’re looking for a loving, loyal companion who will brighten your world—Savannah is ready. Give her the forever she’s been waiting for. ##2292464##
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tinkerbell

Shih Tzu Havanese

Female, 12 yrs 8 mos

Los Angeles, CA

Color
White - with Gray or Silver
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
House-trained
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Hi I'm tinkerbell! Nice to meet you! I'm a darling little granny havanese/shih Tzu mix-best guess? a little bit of hearing and sight impairment but definitely does not deter me from anything! I'm a foodie, love to be cozy, and also enjoy short walks as well as walks in the stroller! I love being around people and enjoying the finer things in life. Wanna be my best friend and enjoy the golden years together? please note All of our dogs are in private foster homes. Once you fill out an application it will be screened by our volunteer adoption team. From there, if your application looks like a good fit for the particular dog, it will be sent to the foster where you can ask all the questions you would like and schedule a meet and greet. We do not transport our dogs. If you apply from out of state we do request you come to Los Angeles to meet us and fly home in cabin or drive. www.apurposefulrescue.org
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GIRL

Shih Tzu Shih Tzu

Female, 3 mos

Los Angeles, CA

Color
Black - with White
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
Shots are up-to-date
Story
FEMALE 11 weeks. Super Cute!! Will be under 20lbs when full grown. Very playful and spirited!! Will require a regular grooming schedule throughout her life. Will not adopt to a home with children under the age of 10 due to her small size.
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OBIE

Shih Tzu

Male, adult

Santa Monica, CA

Color
Tricolor (Tan/Brown & Black & White)
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Not good with cats
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
PLEASE READ THIS PROFILE AND THE REQUESTED CRITERIA BEFORE CALLING OR SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION. THANKS FOR YOUR ATTENTION AND CONSIDERATION MEET OBIE…formerly Tobey in his previous home. This precious little 8.5 lb (underweight), 4-5 yr old, tan/white with black tips, Shih Tzu is a sweetheart. He was surrendered because his original parents moved internationally and the niece they gave him to (who had never had a dog) is also leaving the U.S. So, that left Obie homeless 🙁 Obie could not be sweeter if he tried, but he was a little confused why he was here 🙁 This little man looks like a puppy, but his teeth were a mess so we got him a dental while he was being neutered. We believe he is between 4-5 yrs. Vet thought younger!! He was soooooo skinny when he arrived and could still gain a pound or two or three! He has good energy. great appetite, loves to give kisses, enjoys playing with toys and would love a companion to hang out with. Obie does have a slight case of separation anxiety, but he does eventually settle down. He really needs a wing person to be his best self. That ‘winger’ could be a dog or a cat, as he loves both….but he would honestly love one or the other, and you!! While we never guarantee any of our pups are potty trained, Obie is getting the idea and with a few walks a day should do you proud! He will use a pp pad if one is available. And….he is a great eater! Obie is great on walks and he loves meeting people, dogs and children while strolling! However, he can be a little fearful when encountering a stroller or stranger (same in the home). He settles down pretty quickly. He is very kind and would be great with gentle kids over 8 yrs old. He doesn’t have an aggressive bone in his body…unless you are giving another dog more attention than him, and then he just wants everyone to play together! The ideal home will have another dog, a work from home family and a yard so he can be his best self. Does that sound like your home?? Our website is updated daily. Please do not apply for this dog unless your home fits the specified criteria. All of our dogs are spayed/neutered, microchipped, groomed, vet checked, dewormed, deflea'd and come with a leash, collar and ID If you are interested in adopting a pup from Lhasa Happy Homes, please complete the Adoption Application before calling. We will contact you once it has been reviewed. Lhasa Happy Homes will be now holding our adoption events the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month on Main Street in Santa Monica (check calendar link below for special events and directions). Our event is located at 2116 Main Street, in Santa Monica, CA. Here you will have an opportunity to interact with the dogs and see which might be a perfect fit with your household. Main Street is famous for its innovative shops and is close to the beach! Make a day of it!! Metered parking on the street and free parking on 4th and Bicknell Streets. Here you will have an opportunity to interact with the dogs and see which might be a perfect fit with your household....and do some fantastic shopping at the same time! Please do call us if you are coming to see a particular dog to make sure he/she will be at adoptions (we do not bring sick dogs to our adoption events). Please bring pictures or video of your home and yard if we have not done a home check (preferred)! Most importantly, if you have a dog, make sure you bring him or her to do a compatibility match with the dog you are interested in adopting! Don't forget to check out our Events Calendar for more information on upcoming events! See our home page for more details about our adoptions at Lhasa Happy Homes Thanks for thinking rescue and adoption and for considering saving a life. It will be the best gift you ever give yourself or your family.
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Vance

Shih Tzu Mutt

Male, adult

Los Angeles, CA

Color
Black - with Gray or Silver
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Not good with cats
Needs special attention
House-trained
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Vance is a super sweet, wonderful, loving little boy. He has never bitten or shown aggression. He approached me on a golf course in Palm Springs in the summer of 2020, and I have taken care of him ever since, as the owner was never found (I contacted local animal shelters, vets, etc and posted online ads in several places such as CraigsList, but no one ever claimed him). I am having health issues and cannot keep him any longer, which breaks my heart, because he is a very good dog. He is housebroken, good with other dogs, good with children, but shy with adult strangers. He is never aggressive, just shy around strangers. His only behavioral issue is that if he hears a loud noise outside when walking on a leash, he will pull. I have tried to train him but he still pulls. For someone stronger than me (I am a 110 pound female), and who does not have back problems, this should not be an issue. The pulling is his only challenge.
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LEXI

Shih Tzu Maltese

Female, 2 mos

Los Angeles, CA

Color
White - with Tan, Yellow or Fawn
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
Shots are up-to-date
Story
OWNERS GOT A NEW JOB OUT OF STATE! SO THEY ENTRUSTED US TO DO WHAT WE DO BEST! AND THAT IS TO FIND AWESOME HOMES FOR OUR BABYDOLLS. TO APPLY, PLEASE TEXT US A BIT ABOUT YOURSELF AND YOUR FAMILY, AS WELL AS A FEW PHOTOS OF YOUR BACKYARD. PUPPIES ARE READY FOR PICK UP BY SAT OR SUN. WE DO NOT HOLD PUPPIES. PLEASE BE READY AND PREPARED. OUR RESPONSE TIME IS WITHIN HOURS, IF YOU ARE APPROVED. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY UNTIL YOU ARE READY TO ADOPT. INQUIRIES WELCOME. PRE APPROVALS AVAILABLE FOR A FUTURE ADOPTION ALSO. ALL FAMILY MEMBERS MUST BE ON BOARD BEFORE YOU CONTACT US. THANKS! TEXT ONLY! DUE TO THE HIGH VOLUME OF CALLS, WE DO NOT RESPOND UNLESS YOU HAVE TEXTED US WITH YOUR APP INFO. THANKS FOR STOPPING BY! PLEASE TEXT TO 818-280-7950
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MIKEY

Shih Tzu Maltese

Male, 2 mos

Los Angeles, CA

Color
White - with Tan, Yellow or Fawn
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
Shots are up-to-date
Story
OWNERS GOT A NEW JOB OUT OF STATE! SO THEY ENTRUSTED US TO DO WHAT WE DO BEST! AND THAT IS TO FIND AWESOME HOMES FOR OUR BABYDOLLS. TO APPLY, PLEASE TEXT US A BIT ABOUT YOURSELF AND YOUR FAMILY, AS WELL AS A FEW PHOTOS OF YOUR BACKYARD. PUPPIES ARE READY FOR PICK UP BY SAT OR SUN. WE DO NOT HOLD PUPPIES. PLEASE BE READY AND PREPARED. OUR RESPONSE TIME IS WITHIN HOURS, IF YOU ARE APPROVED. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY UNTIL YOU ARE READY TO ADOPT. INQUIRIES WELCOME. PRE APPROVALS AVAILABLE FOR A FUTURE ADOPTION ALSO. ALL FAMILY MEMBERS MUST BE ON BOARD BEFORE YOU CONTACT US. THANKS! TEXT ONLY! DUE TO THE HIGH VOLUME OF CALLS, WE DO NOT RESPOND UNLESS YOU HAVE TEXTED US WITH YOUR APP INFO. THANKS FOR STOPPING BY! PLEASE TEXT TO 818-280-7950
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NEMO

Shih Tzu Parson Russell Terrier

Male, 13 yrs 5 mos

Pasadena, CA

Color
Brown/Chocolate - with Black
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids
Not good with dogs
Not good with cats
Spayed or Neutered
Story
Learn more about our adoption process.
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Sparky

Shih Tzu

Male, adult

South Pasadena, CA

Color
Black - with White
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Not good with cats
House-trained
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Sparky's a calm 10 year old dog. Very rarely barks. I saw him bark at a squirrel once. He loves to go for walks. I inherited him from my parents.
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DAISY

Shih Tzu

Female, senior

Pasadena, CA

Color
White - with Black
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids
Good with dogs
Not good with cats
Story
Daisy is a sweet and gentle 8 year old Shih Tzu mix. She is very calm and calm. She’d be a great companion for a senior who wants a loving , little friend. She would be perfect for someone that likes to go on leisurely walks and has a peaceful life. This sweetheart has some skin allergies from years of neglect. If you’re interested in giving Daisy her forever home, please text or email Robin at 213-819-9966 or RobinLFaber@gmail.com.
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Simon

Shih Tzu

Male, 10 yrs

Agoura Hilla, CA

Color
Gray/Silver/Salt & Pepper - with Black
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Don’t let Simon’s age fool you—this charming Shih Tzu mix still has plenty of pep in his step! At 9–11 years young, Simon is full of life, laughter, and love. He’s the kind of pup who hops around the play yard like a bunny, keeping everyone smiling with his silly antics and irresistible personality. Simon is a seasoned gentleman who’s ready to find his forever travel buddy. Whether you're running errands, road-tripping, or just heading out for a coffee, Simon would love to be by your side. He thrives on companionship and is happiest when he's included in the adventure. He gets along well with other dogs, is cat-friendly, and would be a great fit for a variety of homes. Whether you're a single person looking for a loyal sidekick or a family wanting a gentle, funny soul to join the mix—Simon is ready to fill your life with joy. He’s already vaccinated, neutered, and microchipped—all he needs now is you. Ready to add some spunk and love to your life? Simon is waiting!
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JC Ledesma

Shih Tzu Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Male, adult

Carson, CA

Color
Gray/Silver/Salt & Pepper - with White
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids
Not good with dogs
Not good with cats
House-trained
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
JC is a good dog, he’s just quiet when at home, he likes chicken rotisserie from Costco. He don’t like dry food anymore. He likes to walk around the neighborhood. He knows how to use the training pad, but miss sometimes. Due to my work schedule, I don’t have time to be with him anymore. He barks when he feels alone. I hope to find a good home who would be able to take care of him. He is about 16 y/o, we got him from the shelter when he was about 3 years old.
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Adopting a Shih Tzu

Frequently asked questions about acquiring an Shih Tzu - the pros and cons of adopting versus going through a breeder, and associated costs.

The easiest way to adopt a Shih Tzu would be through a rescue that specializes in Shih Tzus. A great place to start would be by starting a breed search on Adopt a Pet. The search will show you all the available Shih Tzus in your area.

The cost to adopt a Shih Tzu is around $300 in order to cover the expenses of caring for the dog before adoption. In contrast, buying Shih Tzus from breeders can be extremely expensive. Depending on whether or not they’re from show-dog bloodlines, they can cost anywhere from $700 to $2,500.

Shih Tzu fun facts

Fun Facts:

This breed's origins are contested by historians; one debate states they originated in Tibet or China, and another states the Shih Tzu is an ancient cross between a Lhasa Apso and a Pekingese. As this was created 2,000+ years ago, we’ll likely never know.

Like all of the ancient dog breeds, Shih Tzus are very closely genetically related to wolves. That's right, that tiny Shih Tzu is closer to a wolf than a German Shepherd Dog.

Every single modern Shih Tzu can be traced to 14 dogs that were brought from China to England in 1930 by General Douglas and Lady Brownrigg.

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Shih Tzu Breed Guide

Before you adopt, learn everything about Shih Tzu types to temperament and health issues to popular Shih Tzu mixes in our Breed 101 Guides.