Shih Tzu puppies and dogs in Suisun City, California

Fez is a sweet, silly little lovebug who may be shy for about five seconds… and then he decides you are his new best friend. Once he warms up, this adorable young Shih Tzu/Terrier mix comes in hot with kisses, cuddles, and full-body enthusiasm. Fez is the kind of dog who will happily launch himself into your lap like it was built just for him. He loves being close to his people and is happiest when he can soak up attention, snuggle, and be part of the action. He is a super cuddle bug with a big personality packed into a small, scruffy package. He is good with other dogs and enjoys canine company. Fez is also learning how to walk on leash. He can do it, but he is still figuring out the whole concept — especially when he gets excited and forgets he is attached to a human. With a little time, patience, and practice, he will continue to improve. Fez is looking for a family who wants a loyal little shadow, a lap warmer, a kiss machine, and a very sweet best friend.

Poor, sweet Petunia was a terrific mess of mats and foxtails, she needed help - badly! Fortunately she landed at the Porterville Shelter and they took care of her! Now at Milo and gearing up to find the loving home and spoiling she deserves for the rest of her life! Currently weighing under 13 pounds, too small to be left outside which clearly she was….But Petunia is resilient and will bounce back and learn to trust and soak up the love and comforts she craves. Petunia's amazing foster had the following to say about her: Petunia is a sweet little baby who just wants to be your lapdog and shadow. She is good with other dogs and wants to play with them. She is a little fearful of others walking by on the street but has done great with leash and potty training. She was neglected for so long but never lost sight of the pleasure of human connection. She is super gentle, super soft, likes to wear clothes, and is quite silly when she plays. She would be an amazing family dog, and will make anyone with a lap happy!

My name is Duke! When I first came to Milo, I was pretty matted and scared. But now I’m feeling so happy, safe, and brave, it’s like a whole new me. I absolutely love going for walks and hikes (I can even hike off leash!). People always stop and tell me how cute I am, and once they meet me, they say I’m really sweet too, which makes my tail wag extra hard because it’s true, I’ve got a whole lot of love to give. Sometimes when I’m out with my foster mom I give her a little smile just because I’m so happy. She says I have a heart of gold, and I think she might be right. I love other dogs, and I like people too, I just need a moment to know they’re safe, and then I’m all in with cuddles and affection. I sleep nicely in my crate at night, love being outdoors, and have the best time playing with my dog friends. Now that I feel safe and confident, I’m ready to find my forever home, hopefully with a dog sibling who likes to play as much as I do. Apply today to meet me, I'd love to come home with you!

Nacho is a 3 year old, 12 pound Shih Tzu mix looking for his forever home!I have no known history with other dogs, I may do well with proper introductions.I have no known history with cats, I may do well with proper introductions and management.I have no known history with kids, due to my personality I may do best with older, dog-savvy kids that will respect my boundaries.

Nyx is the last one available for adoption 💕 We have a transport leaving in May 22nd 2026 from where we are located in Southern California to NorCal, OR, and surrounding states as needed for our adopting families where we bring our dogs all the way to their homes 💗 For peace of mind we never ask for anything up front. The adoption fee along with your share of travel costs will be due the day we arrive in person ultimately finalizing the adoption then and there with you. We would love to add our sweet pups to our trip for the right families 😊 Koro, Nyx & Zita 🩵 Born 11/21/2025 These three little ones came into our lives in a way that wasn’t planned, but ended up exactly where they were meant to be. Koro, Nyx, and Zita are part of the second litter that joined our home after an unexpected situation for their previous family. They had two female Shih Tzus, both of which were already scheduled to be spayed. But before those appointments could take place, both girls went into heat, and their male slipped in and did what boys do… resulting in two surprise litters just days apart. Their family loved them deeply and did such a beautiful job caring for them during those early weeks. These babies were never without love, attention, or care. But they also knew that raising and placing six puppies responsibly is a lot, and they wanted to make sure each one had the best possible future. That’s when they reached out to us to step in and continue their journey. From the moment they arrived, they became part of our home, our routine, and our everyday life. They have not been raised in a kennel setting. They have been underfoot, in our arms, learning structure, routine, and how to be little companions from the very beginning. That allows us to truly know them, not just care for them. We were told at the time of surrender that their mama is an Imperial Shih Tzu and their dad is a traditional Shih Tzu. As they’ve been growing and their features are starting to come in more, I do think there’s a possibility they could have a mix somewhere in there. I could be completely wrong, but I always like to share what I’m seeing as they mature just to be fully transparent. Either way, they are absolutely precious and going to make incredible little companions. They are expected to stay on the smaller side, but what they lack in size, they more than make up for in personality. Each one of them is so different in the most special way. Koro is my little gentle soul. He has such a soft, loving way about him and really leans into his people. He enjoys playing, but what he truly loves is being close… whether that’s sitting in your lap, being held, or just laying beside you quietly. He has a calming presence to him that makes you just want to hold him a little longer. Nyx is such a beautiful balance of everything. She’s curious, playful, and confident, but still has that sweet, snuggly side that makes her so easy to fall in love with. She enjoys exploring, playing with toys, and interacting with everyone around her, but when she’s ready to settle, she melts right into you. Zita has really started to show a different side of herself as she’s been maturing. While she still has that little spark, she has such a calm, gentle spirit to her. She is the kind of girl who will lay there quietly just watching the world around her, taking everything in so she doesn’t miss a thing. She has a very soft presence and such a quiet sweetness about her that just pulls you in 💕 All three of them are extremely social and have been raised in constant interaction, so they are very comfortable being handled, loved on, and included in everyday life. They love playing together, but they also do just fine entertaining themselves with toys and settling independently when needed. They are already learning structure and routine and are doing really well with it. They currently know “stay” and are working on “sit,” especially when treats are involved. They are smart, eager, and very capable of continuing to learn with the right guidance. They have really come a long way with their pad training as well. They are no longer playing with them, ripping them up, or dragging them into their beds like they once thought was so fun. They’ve truly learned the difference now and are using them appropriately, which is such a big step for little ones their age. All of the puppies are sleeping in a crate at night and are doing beautifully with it. They settle in easily and sleep peacefully through the night without any issues. They travel beautifully and enjoy going along for rides, which makes them such easy little companions for everyday life. Leash training will begin in their adoptive homes, as we chose to wait until their vaccines were completed before introducing them to shared outdoor spaces. All of their veterinary care has been completed through our vet. They have received four rounds of DA2PP vaccinations, their first Bordetella vaccine, their one year rabies vaccine, have been microchipped, and have been thoroughly examined and cleared. They will go home with individual health certificates confirming healthy exams. A fecal test was completed and came back showing one type of parasite, which they are currently being treated for through our vet so they go home cleared and healthy. Because of their age, they will go home on a spay and neuter contract. We prefer allowing puppies the time to grow and fully develop before undergoing those procedures, as it can support healthier growth overall. Their adopters will agree to have them altered at an appropriate age recommended by their veterinarian. A portion of their adoption fees has also gone toward ensuring both parents have now been spayed and neutered, so their previous family will never experience another accidental litter again. Their adoption fee is on our website at the bottom of their adoption listing at https://www.breadoflifek9refuge.org/post/koro-nyx-zita This includes all of their veterinary care, including their deworming through our vet, their vaccines, microchips and registration, health certificates, as well as the weeks of hands on care, training, grooming, socialization, and love they have received while being raised in our home. As with all of our dogs, their adoption fees also help us continue rescuing and caring for the next ones who need us. These are not just tiny puppies… they are little souls who have been loved, nurtured, and prepared for the next chapter of their lives. They will thrive in homes where they can be part of your everyday life… following you from room to room, curling up beside you, riding along with you, and simply being with you. We are not looking for just any home for them. We are waiting for the right ones. If one of these little ones feels like they might be yours, we would love to hear from you ❤️

Bodhi and Kenji are pending adoption with two wonderful adopters 🩵 We have a transport leaving in May 22nd 2026 from where we are located in Southern California to NorCal, OR, and surrounding states as needed for our adopting families where we bring our dogs all the way to their homes 💗 For peace of mind we never ask for anything up front. The adoption fee along with your share of travel costs will be due the day we arrive in person ultimately finalizing the adoption then and there with you. We would love to add our sweet pups to our trip for the right families 😊 Yogi found a wonderful home 🩵 And while my heart is so happy for him, it just makes me want the same even more for his brothers. Kenji and Bodhi are still here with us, still waiting, still loving life, and still hoping their families are out there 🩵🩵 These boys have grown so much over the past few weeks, not just in size but in who they are becoming. They’ve definitely filled out since their last weights, each gaining about a pound, and their personalities have really started to shine in the sweetest ways. They are now sleeping through the night in their crates without a single accident, which I’m so proud of them for. It’s become part of their routine and they settle in so peacefully at bedtime. Their house training is coming along beautifully too. With a consistent schedule in their next home, taking them out every couple of hours, they are going to continue to thrive. They truly want to do the right thing, and it shows. Kenji… my little love. He is still my sweetheart through and through. He will sit there and just look up at me like he’s asking without saying a word until I pick him up. And once I do, he melts completely. He could stay in my arms for hours if I let him, just soaking in every bit of love. There is something so gentle and pure about him, he just wants to be close to his person. Bodhi is my little dreamer. He has this carefree, peaceful way about him that I just adore. You’ll often find him sitting quietly, looking outside, watching the birds like he’s imagining all the adventures he’ll one day have. He’s not high energy at all, but he loves to play and always wants to be part of whatever is going on. He’s that perfect balance, present, curious, and just happy to be included. Both boys are incredibly affectionate, social, and easy to have in the home. They’ve been raised in a loving environment where they’re constantly interacted with, and it shows in how comfortable and trusting they are. They are crate trained and sleeping through the night beautifully. They are doing amazing with house training when kept on a routine. They are comfortable being held, handled, and loved on. They are playful without being overly energetic. They are just genuinely happy little souls. They are at that really special stage where their personalities are blossoming, their confidence is growing, and their bond with their person is going to become everything. As much as they love each other, we’ve seen how much more they open up individually when they’re on their own. That’s why we are looking for separate homes for them, so each of them gets the chance to fully become someone’s whole world. Their story started with a family who loved them very much but knew they needed help placing them responsibly. Since coming into our home, they’ve been raised right alongside our family, loved on, worked with, and truly known. They are not just puppies to us, and I think you can feel that. At the end of the day, I’m not just looking for a home, I’m looking for their home. The one where Kenji gets to be someone’s little shadow, and Bodhi gets to sit and watch the world with his person by his side. If you feel that connection, I would truly love to talk with you 💞 Their adoption fee is on our website at the bottom of their adoption listing at https://www.breadoflifek9refuge.org/post/yogi-bodhi-kenji I know that can sometimes feel like a lot at first glance, so I always like to share what goes into that, not just in terms of veterinary care but the time, love, and intention behind raising them the way we do. Each of these boys has received 4 rounds of DA2PP vaccinations Bordetella vaccine Rabies vaccine Microchip with registration A full veterinary exam and clearance Fecal testing and deworming through our vet Beyond that, their fee also helps cover the past couple of months they’ve spent here with us, being raised inside our home, not in kennels. That means constant interaction, socialization, structure, and love every single day. They’ve been worked with on crate training, house training, routine, and learning how to just be part of a home, which makes such a difference when they transition into their forever families. It also allows us to continue doing what we do, taking in dogs who need us, stepping in when families are overwhelmed, and making sure every dog that comes through here is given the same level of care and chance at a beautiful life 🩵