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Shih Tzu puppies and dogs in Phoenix, Arizona

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

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Adopt a Shih Tzu near you in Phoenix, Arizona

These Shih Tzus are available in Phoenix, Arizona.
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VIOLET

Shih Tzu

Female, 13 yrs
Phoenix, AZ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
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Cheeto

Shih Tzu

Male, Young
Phoenix, AZ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
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Iggy

Shih Tzu

Female, Adult
Phoenix, AZ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Hi! I’m in desperate need of finding a loving home for my little girl Iggy. As priorities in my life have changed, so has iggy’s. Iggy needs a living home and family to go to! She’s 3 years old, 6.5lbs, vaccinated, spayed, and does not shed. She has some potty issues, but with a family with with enough time, that can be fixed. She is great with kids and other dogs. She is cuddly and kind, and will want to be by your side 24/7. I’m asking $150 for her rehoming fee, and I will send you off with Iggy supplies! You can contact me at (xxx) xxx-xxxx or email me at xxxx@xxxx.x . Please help me find her forever home!
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Ozzie & Oreo

Shih Tzu Havanese

Female, Adult
Phoenix, AZ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
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PWRESCUE.ORG **PHOENIX METRO AREA ONLY** Meet Ozzie (male) & Oreo (female), an 8-1/2-year-old senior pair of sweet, shy souls.  Ozzie is a Havanese mix and Oreo is a Shih Tzu mix.  In their golden years, Ozzie & Oreo are seeking a peaceful sanctuary, a home with low activity where they can retire. They will do best as the only dogs in the home so they can get all of the attention! Because they prefer a quiet oasis, a home without children would also be the best for them.  Ozzie & Oreo may be seniors, but they still have so much love to give. Adopting them means providing a haven for their twilight years and experiencing the unique joy of their loving companionship. They are up to date on vaccinations, neutered/spayed, and microchipped. Their adoption fee is $350.00 for the pair. If you are interested in these sweethearts, please visit our website at: https://pwrescue.org and click on the "Adopt" button to complete an application.   Pathways Home Animal Rescue April 23, 2024, 10:30 pm
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Lexi

Shih Tzu Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

Female, Young
Phoenix, AZ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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PWRESCUE.ORG *PHOENIX METRO AREA ONLY* MUST HAVES: Another, younger playful dog in the home; safe secure yard. Lexi is a 1 year old, 26 pound "American Blend" girly girl. She came to rescue when her owner could no longer care for her. We aren't sure at all what her breed mix is other than adorable, silly, and sweet. Shih Tzu? Basset? Who knows? A DNA test is in order for her!  She is a low shed, goofy girl that loves everyone and is waiting for a home with a yard, at least one other playful dog, and lots of love! Lexi does have good home manners and is fairly patient. She loves to run around the backyard, tosses toys in the air and also enjoys being inside just relaxing in her bed waiting for the next call to action!  She's always ready and willing to participate in some activity.  She has lived with small children but we recommend older, respectful kids who will help her learn to be a wonderful family companion.  Lexi is up to date on vaccinations, spayed and microchipped.  Her adoption fee is $400.00.   If you are interested in this sweet girl, please visit our website at: https://pwrescue.org and click on the "Adopt" button to complete and application.  Pathways Home Animal Rescue April 23, 2024, 10:30 pm
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Kuma

Shih Tzu Chihuahua

Male, 6 yrs 2 mos
Phoenix, AZ
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,
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Bonded Pair
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Champ

Shih Tzu Poodle (Miniature)

Male, 10 yrs
Scottsdale, AZ
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,
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Well hello there! We are Champ and Pepe, and we are poised to steal your heart. Champ is a 10 year old 20 lb ShihTzu/Poodle mix and Pepe is a 10 year old 8 lb Poodle/Schnauzer mix. (A Shih Poo and a Schnoodle, how cute are we?) We came to Forever Loved after our owner passed away, and in the blink of an eye, we were suddenly homeless. We have been so grateful to them for taking us in and getting to know how perfect of a pair we really are. We are the best of friends, and can often be seen sitting together on our chair, or laying together on a bed. When we go out to the play yard, we are not so “joined at the hip” that we can’t be apart - Champ loves to play fetch with the tennis ball and Pepe loves to find the closest human for some snuggles and petting. We are both reliably house trained, we keep our kennel clean and tidy, and we don’t fight over anything! We both love petting and affection and Champ will nudge you gently for more. Pepe will do a darling little dance for you, and how can you resist our darling faces? We aren’t loud and barky, and we ride nicely in the car. We can go for easy walks, but you won’t find us misbehaving if we don’t get vigorous walkies. We both have some luxating patellas in our rear legs, but we don’t need medication or pain killers. What that means is that when we walk quickly, we have this wonky gait, so don’t be alarmed. Pepe’s bloodwork came back with zero concerns and Champ shows indication that in the past he has had Valley Fever. The vet said that Champ will benefit from some weight loss which will help with his gait, and Pepe is just perfect! We were both great for bathing and grooming, and make sure you know that we will benefit from regular haircuts to keep us looking as adorable as ever! We are good with other dogs, and really, adopting us as a pair will be easy-peasy. You will get twice the love and laughs, and your heart will be twice as full. Just look at our precious faces and apply to meet us. You will be glad you did, we promise!
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Chewy

Shih Tzu

Male, Adult
Gilbert, AZ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained,
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This is Chewy! We have had him for almost 8 years since he was a puppy, he is a very loyal and sweet dog. We are expecting our 4th kiddo and can no longer take the time to love on our pets. He is great with kids and is very loyal to whomever takes care of him.

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Special Needs
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Leo

Lhasa Apso Poodle (Miniature)

Male, Adult
Phoenix, AZ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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PWRESCUE.ORG Special needs - dominate personality, need experienced owner.*PHOENIX METRO AREA ONLY* Leo is a 7 year old, 22 pound Lhasa/poodle blend boy. He came to the rescue when his owner was unable to care for him. He will do best with owners who understand the Lhasa “personality” which is a dog that is very strong-willed and it’s been said that “when a Lhasa Apso looks in the mirror, he sees a lion”.  Leo will be a wonderful and loyal companion IF his new owners can establish a relationship of mutual respect – i.e. admiring his independent character while consistently enforcing your rules so that he respects you as well. His new owners will require patience, as it will take a while (maybe weeks) for him to get used to a new environment and once he does, he will be very loyal. Leo wants love and attention but is not usually a cuddler. His "M.O." is fairly vocal and often uses "growling" not as a warning/don't touch me, but rather as an expression of his attitude. He has never bitten his previous owner or current foster, but the growling-type vocalization needs to be understood.   He loves walks, running around in the backyard and he loves to sleep with his human. If his humans are strong leaders and exert matching energy (not overpowering or forceful behavior) he responds well. He will do best in a home with just his humans or possibly another submissive (but not younger) dog.  He will not likely get along with young children and would do best in a home with only adults.   With patience and mutual respect, this lovely boy will reward his owners with unmatched loyalty and love!   Leo is up to date on vaccinations, neutered, and microchipped. His adoption fee is $280.  Please visit our website at: https://pwrescue.org and click on the "Adopt" button to complete an application.Pathways Home Animal Rescue April 23, 2024, 10:30 pm
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Abby

Lhasa Apso Shih Tzu

Female, Young
Phoenix, AZ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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PWRESCUE.ORG *PHOENIX METRO AREA ONLY*  MUST HAVES: ANOTHER YOUNG PLAYFUL DOG IN THE HOME; SECURE FENCED YARD. Abby is a 8-10 month old, 14 pound female Lhasa Apso/Shih Tzu blend. She came to the rescue when her owner could no longer care for her.  Since Abby is still in her puppyhood, she will need another playful dog in the home to run and play with.  She can be a little shy with new people, but warms up quickly! She is house trained, loves her toys (especially playing tug) and bounces around with her foster siblings. She will do well in a home with plenty of activity and lots of attention, so would love to have at least one human home most of the time.  Any children in the home should be at least 12 years old and of a kind, gentle nature. Abby is a silly, goofy young girl that wants lots of attention! She will follow you anywhere on the chance you just might want to play! Fetch and tug are two of her favorite activities, but when she's done, she wants to be in your lap and always touching you! Abby is up to date on vaccinations, spayed and microchipped.  Her adoption fee is $400.00. Please visit our website at: https://pwrescue.org and click on the "Adopt" button to complete an application.Pathways Home Animal Rescue April 23, 2024, 10:30 pm
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Fluffy

Papillon Pomeranian

Male, Adult
Phoenix, AZ
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,
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Flufffyyyyy!! He’s the cutest, sweetest fattest boy ever. He is about 7-8 years old and a quiet little guy. He would do best in a calmer house and is good with dogs and cats but would be fine as an only dog also. He is overweight but it’s just more to love. He is crate trained and house trained. His adoption fee is $200 and that includes his neuter, up-to-date, vaccines, microchip, and 30 days free pet insurance. To meet him text 480-718-1312.April 28, 2024, 9:23 pm

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Maricopa County Animal Care & Control West Animal Shelter

2500 S. 27th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85009

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HARTT

Phoenix, AZ 85028

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10.2 miles

Pathways Home Animal Rescue

Phoenix, AZ 85029

Pet Types: dogs

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10.2 miles

Pathways Home Animal Rescue

Phoenix, AZ 85029

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11.9 miles

Adopt A Dog Rescue

Phoenix, AZ 85022

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11.9 miles

Adopt A Dog Rescue

Phoenix, AZ 85022

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11.9 miles

Puppy Luv Animal Rescue

1606 E. Bell Rd suite 108, Phoenix, AZ 85022

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12 miles

Arizona Shih Tzu and Small Breed Rescue

Phoenix, AZ 85032

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Arizona Shih Tzu and Small Breed Rescue

Phoenix, AZ 85032

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Arizona Shih Tzu and Small Breed Rescue

Phoenix, AZ 85032

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