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Shih Tzu puppies and dogs in Delaware

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

Shih Tzu

Male
New Castle, DE
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Meet Ralphie Ralphie is a 5-year-old small mixed breed weighing about 12 pounds—just the perfect pint-sized companion. This sweet little guy came to the shelter as a stray, so we don’t know much about his past, but we do know he’s ready to write a much happier future with a loving family. Ralphie is an incredibly sweet boy who enjoys attention and being around his people. With his gentle personality and adorable size, he’s the kind of dog who will happily be your tiny shadow and loyal best friend. Now all Ralphie needs is a forever home where he can finally settle in, feel safe, and soak up all the love he deserves March 11, 2026, 2:57 pm

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We'll also keep you updated on Matilda Jean's adoption status with email updates.
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Matilda Jean

Shih Tzu

Female, Senior
Milton, DE
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained,
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Dog Name: Matilda Jean Breed: Mixed breed Sex: Female Age: 12 years Weight: 7 lbs Medical Needs: Blind & mostly deaf Daily eye drops for chronic dry eye. She has no teeth, so she has to eat wet food and her tongue is always hanging out. Housebroken: Does good on a schedule and will bark when she wants to go out, but also barks when she wants attention, so we go out a lot more than we need to. Will also use puppy pads if confined to a small area like a pen, otherwise she can't always find them. Crate trained: Yes Good in the car: Yes Good on a leash: No. She's old and fragile. Being carried to her destina6is her preference. Energy level: Low Need a fenced in yard: No Dog Friendly: Yes If yes, does your foster need another dog in its adoptive homes? No Cat Friendly? Unknown, but honestly a cat is more dangerous to her than she would be to it. Kid Friendly: Unknown Much like cats, the bigger concern is their potential danger to her. If yes, what's the youngest child you'd recommend they be placed with? Special traits that make your foster special or that we need to know about them? Matilda Jean (Matty for short) is just an old lady looking for a warm comfy spot and a loving family to spend her golden years with. She loves being loved and when she's ready to be held she will bark until she gets your attention . She's also happy to accept any extra lovings you wish to bestow upon her. This girl just wants to be a lap dog, and after all she's been through, she deserves it now more than ever. Fosters Location: Dover Application can be found here: https://www.grrde.org/adoption-application (if you already have an approved application on file email GrassRootsDE@gmail.com and ask the app team to pull your app. ##2605659##

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We'll also keep you updated on Tinker's adoption status with email updates.
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Tinker

Shih Tzu

Female
New Castle, DE
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Tiny, Tilted, and Totally Perfect Tinker is a 15-year-old, 15-pound sweetheart with a built-in head tilt that makes her look like she’s always politely listening—even though she’s deaf. She may not hear your voice, but she absolutely feels the love, and she’s all about gentle pets, cozy naps, and being your loyal little sidekick. This lovely senior gal does great with other dogs and cats and would thrive in a peaceful home where she can enjoy her golden years in comfort. If you’ve ever wanted a tiny companion who will happily accept all your affection and give you unconditional love in return, Tinker is your girl. Warning: prolonged exposure to Tinker may result in spontaneous “aww” noises. March 7, 2026, 9:03 am

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We'll also keep you updated on Coco's adoption status with email updates.
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Coco

Shih Tzu/Hound (Unknown Type)

Female, Young
Wilmington, DE
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained,
Story
Coco is an energetic, expressive, and sassy dog who loves to go on walks. She loves to sit up on the couch and sunbath outside. She is highly intelligent and needs as much mental stimulation as physical stimulation. She would do best in a fenced yard to play in. She loves having her hair brushed and is used to grooming. She has recently gotten her rabies and DA2PPV vaccines for this year and is well behaved at the vet/clinic.

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Shih Tzu shelters & rescues in Delaware

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

Here are a few organizations

Shelter

Faithful Friends Animal Society

165 Airport Road, New Castle , DE 19720

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Grass Roots Rescue

Milton , DE 19971

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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