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Shih Tzu puppies and dogs in Alberta

Looking for a Shih Tzu puppy or dog in Alberta? Adopt a Pet can help you find an adorable Shih Tzu near you.

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Adopt a Shih Tzu near you in Alberta

Below are our newest added Shih Tzus available for adoption in Alberta. To see more adoptable Shih Tzus in Alberta, use the search tool below to enter specific criteria!
We'll also keep you updated on Skeletor's adoption status with email updates.
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Skeletor

Shih Tzu/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 8 yrs 2 mos
Airdrie, AB
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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We'll also keep you updated on Apollo's adoption status with email updates.
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Apollo

Shih Tzu/Bichon Frise

Male, 8 mos
Beaumont, AB
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter,
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Available for Adoption – Apollo 🐾 Hi… I’m Apollo! A sweet, friendly 8-month-old neutered Shih Tzu puppy looking for my forever home in the Edmonton Region. Before we start: I need adopters who understand that rescue dogs are a long-term commitment of time, patience, training, and money. About Me • Neutered male Shih Tzu, 8 months old • 🚫 No cats, medium or large dogs — I can’t live with them • Thrive in a calm, predictable home My Ideal Home • Detached house with fully fenced yard (min. 5’) • Chain link? Must be secured with stakes • 🚫 No apartments/condos/townhomes — I’m vocal when left alone Kids & Experience • Respectful children 8+ • 🚫 No rough play, hugs, or kisses • Need adopters experienced or willing to learn about small-breed rescue care Daily Life • Yard play & cozy beds • Favorite treats: fish skin, dried fish, bully sticks • Can be left up to 8 hours uncrated with pee pads and some Pluto TV comedy Care & Health • Eye cleaning twice daily • Grooming every 3–4 months • Nail trims every 4–6 weeks • Diet: Royal Canin Moderate Calorie GI kibble + dehydrated raw topper • Sometimes marks in stressful environments — belly band fixes it Training • Force-free training required with one of the rescue’s approved trainers • Training cost is separate from adoption fee Adoption Details • Fee: $760 • Edmonton Region only: Beaumont, Devon, Edmonton, Fort Saskatchewan, Leduc, Sherwood Park, Spruce Grove, St. Albert, Stony Plain • Next Meet & Greet: March 21, 2026 | Pet Valu Leduc | 12–3pm 📧 Apply: Email Heart Prints Dog Rescue Society with a bio about your family, home, pets, and yard. The more details, the better the match. Emails asking “Is this dog still available?” will not be answered. Only inquire if your whole family is committed to lifelong adoption and understands my needs. Heartprintsdogadoptions@gmail.com

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Shih Tzu shelters & rescues in Alberta

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for Shih Tzu puppies in Alberta. Browse these Shih Tzu rescues and shelters below.

Here are a few organizations

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BARC's Rescue

272134 Range Road 291 NE, Airdrie , AB T4A 2V7

Pet Types: dogs

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Heart Prints Dog Rescue Society

PO Box90082, Beaumont RPO Montalet, Beaumont , AB T4X 0C8

Pet Types: dogs

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Shih Tzu information

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Where do Shih Tzus come from? How many types of Shih Tzus are there? From the history of the breed to question about average height, weight and size, brush up on these basic facts about the Shih Tzu.

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