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Shih Tzu puppies and dogs in Chicago, Illinois

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These Shih Tzus are available in Chicago, Illinois.
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Bryzzo

Shih Tzu

Male, Senior
Chicago, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Bryzzo is a sweet, affectionate companion whose favorite place is beside his person. He has severe separation anxiety and needs someone around the vast majority of the time. A retired person or someone who works permanently from home could be a good fit.He cannot tolerate crates or baby gates and will try to climb barriers to reach you, risking injury. He cannot be left alone for a typical workday and has indoor bathroom accidents when alone or isolated. He needs patience and a consistent routine.Bryzzo gets along with other animals but guards his food, so pets must be fed separately without access to his bowl. He can be picky and eats both wet and dry food, but prefers wet food.I love Bryzzo deeply and want to find him a loving, patient home with someone who understands his anxiety and can give him the time and closeness he needs.
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Tinker Bell

Shih Tzu Maltese

Female, 1 yr
Chicago, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
This sweet gal is spayed and fully healthy! She is up to date on vaccines. She is also microchipped! 💧: Housebreaking - She is making progress with a consistent schedule and positive reinforcement, but has mostly just been going potty in her foster's fenced backyard given her nervousness on leash. 🏠 : Crate Training - She prefers to be free-roam to a doggy-proofed area as opposed to a crate. 🚶: Leash walking - She has little leash experience, as she has been very fearful on leash thus far. She would do best in a home with a fenced backyard while she continues to build up her confidence. 🐶: Dog-friendly - She has been doing well in living with 2 small, older dogs in her foster home. 😺: Cat-friendly - Not sure, he hasn't met cats with us yet! Slow intro required if adopted into a home with a cat. 🧒 Kid-friendly - She has not met any kids while in our care, but would likely be quite nervous around younger kids given her timidity with new people. Tinker Bell is an adorable, sweet girl who is still gaining confidence. She loves napping on the couch and being outside laying in the sun or in the back yard. She gets along well with two small resident dogs in her foster home, but cuddling with and snoozing next to her foster mom is one of her favorite activities! She was found as a stray and is still decompressing, but we are confident her nerves will be calmed when she finds the right relaxing forever home to give this tiny girl all the love she deserves where she can really shine! 💰 Tinker Bell's adoption fee is $300, and she will make a great addition to her future home! 🧬 This pet has not been DNA tested, we are unsure of their actual breed makeup, but these are the breeds we think they look like! 🩷 Next steps: Email adopt@onetail.org with questions, or submit an application online and we'll be in touch to schedule a meeting: https://www.onetail.org/apply-to-adopt/. Our adoption application stays on file for one year and can apply to any dog in our program. Once the app is submitted you will receive an email within 48-72 hours. For additional questions, email adopt@onetail.org.
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Chyna

Shih Tzu

Female, Adult
Chicago, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Chyna is a sweet, friendly 7-year-old shihtzu who was surrendered when her person could no longer care for her. This lovely girl is looking for a family who will shower her with affection and make her feel cherished. Chyna would love someone to dote on her, include her in everyday life, and give her the comfort and security of a loving forever home.
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Marley Moses

Shih Tzu

Male, Adult
Chicago, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Marley Moses is a gentle, 5-year-old male shihtzu who came to us from a situation where there were too many dogs and not enough care, and he’s now longing for a fresh start in a loving home. He does well with other dogs and has a calm, sweet nature, but what he truly needs is a family who will offer him patience, consistency, and plenty of tender loving care. Marley Moses has so much quiet love to give and will thrive in a nurturing home where he can finally feel safe, valued, and cherished for the rest of his life.
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Roy

Shih Tzu

Male, 9 yrs
Chicago, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Name : Roy Gender: Male Breed: Shih tzu mix Weight: 10lbs Age: 8 Dog Friendly: Yes Cat Friendly: Yes Kid Friendly: Yes Neutered: Yes Vaccinated: Yes Microchipped: Yes Heartworm: Negative Crate Trained: Yes Potty Trained: As long as he gets to go out regularly and consistently, he does well. Location: Roy is being fostered in Elburn, IL. No out of state applicants please. Roy is a little guy with a larger than life personality. It takes him a bit to warm up to people so his intros to new people usually consist of a lot of barking. If he’s given some space, he comes around to bring your friend pretty quickly. He’s a happy, funny guy, and his foster family enjoys him. If you’re interested in meeting Roy, please fill out an app at the link below. https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/DHDN/Dog
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Lulu

Shih Tzu

Female, 6 yrs
Chicago, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Lulu is a sweet 6-year-old shihtzu mix who deserves to feel cherished after enduring heartbreaking neglect. She arrived with fur matted tightly to her skin, her little paws hidden beneath thick mats and her nails overgrown. We are getting her the grooming and care she needs as she begins her fresh start, and we’re looking for a loving adopter to carry that care forward. Lulu deserves a family who will keep her comfortable, make regular grooming a priority, and give her the time and kindness she needs to settle in.

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These Shih Tzus are available for adoption close to Chicago, Illinois.
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Bryzzo

Shih Tzu

Male, Senior
Chicago, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Bryzzo is a sweet, affectionate companion whose favorite place is beside his person. He has severe separation anxiety and needs someone around the vast majority of the time. A retired person or someone who works permanently from home could be a good fit.He cannot tolerate crates or baby gates and will try to climb barriers to reach you, risking injury. He cannot be left alone for a typical workday and has indoor bathroom accidents when alone or isolated. He needs patience and a consistent routine.Bryzzo gets along with other animals but guards his food, so pets must be fed separately without access to his bowl. He can be picky and eats both wet and dry food, but prefers wet food.I love Bryzzo deeply and want to find him a loving, patient home with someone who understands his anxiety and can give him the time and closeness he needs.
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Tinker Bell

Shih Tzu Maltese

Female, 1 yr
Chicago, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
This sweet gal is spayed and fully healthy! She is up to date on vaccines. She is also microchipped! 💧: Housebreaking - She is making progress with a consistent schedule and positive reinforcement, but has mostly just been going potty in her foster's fenced backyard given her nervousness on leash. 🏠 : Crate Training - She prefers to be free-roam to a doggy-proofed area as opposed to a crate. 🚶: Leash walking - She has little leash experience, as she has been very fearful on leash thus far. She would do best in a home with a fenced backyard while she continues to build up her confidence. 🐶: Dog-friendly - She has been doing well in living with 2 small, older dogs in her foster home. 😺: Cat-friendly - Not sure, he hasn't met cats with us yet! Slow intro required if adopted into a home with a cat. 🧒 Kid-friendly - She has not met any kids while in our care, but would likely be quite nervous around younger kids given her timidity with new people. Tinker Bell is an adorable, sweet girl who is still gaining confidence. She loves napping on the couch and being outside laying in the sun or in the back yard. She gets along well with two small resident dogs in her foster home, but cuddling with and snoozing next to her foster mom is one of her favorite activities! She was found as a stray and is still decompressing, but we are confident her nerves will be calmed when she finds the right relaxing forever home to give this tiny girl all the love she deserves where she can really shine! 💰 Tinker Bell's adoption fee is $300, and she will make a great addition to her future home! 🧬 This pet has not been DNA tested, we are unsure of their actual breed makeup, but these are the breeds we think they look like! 🩷 Next steps: Email adopt@onetail.org with questions, or submit an application online and we'll be in touch to schedule a meeting: https://www.onetail.org/apply-to-adopt/. Our adoption application stays on file for one year and can apply to any dog in our program. Once the app is submitted you will receive an email within 48-72 hours. For additional questions, email adopt@onetail.org.
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Chyna

Shih Tzu

Female, Adult
Chicago, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Chyna is a sweet, friendly 7-year-old shihtzu who was surrendered when her person could no longer care for her. This lovely girl is looking for a family who will shower her with affection and make her feel cherished. Chyna would love someone to dote on her, include her in everyday life, and give her the comfort and security of a loving forever home.
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Marley Moses

Shih Tzu

Male, Adult
Chicago, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Marley Moses is a gentle, 5-year-old male shihtzu who came to us from a situation where there were too many dogs and not enough care, and he’s now longing for a fresh start in a loving home. He does well with other dogs and has a calm, sweet nature, but what he truly needs is a family who will offer him patience, consistency, and plenty of tender loving care. Marley Moses has so much quiet love to give and will thrive in a nurturing home where he can finally feel safe, valued, and cherished for the rest of his life.
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Roy

Shih Tzu

Male, 9 yrs
Chicago, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Name : Roy Gender: Male Breed: Shih tzu mix Weight: 10lbs Age: 8 Dog Friendly: Yes Cat Friendly: Yes Kid Friendly: Yes Neutered: Yes Vaccinated: Yes Microchipped: Yes Heartworm: Negative Crate Trained: Yes Potty Trained: As long as he gets to go out regularly and consistently, he does well. Location: Roy is being fostered in Elburn, IL. No out of state applicants please. Roy is a little guy with a larger than life personality. It takes him a bit to warm up to people so his intros to new people usually consist of a lot of barking. If he’s given some space, he comes around to bring your friend pretty quickly. He’s a happy, funny guy, and his foster family enjoys him. If you’re interested in meeting Roy, please fill out an app at the link below. https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/DHDN/Dog
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Lulu

Shih Tzu

Female, 6 yrs
Chicago, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Lulu is a sweet 6-year-old shihtzu mix who deserves to feel cherished after enduring heartbreaking neglect. She arrived with fur matted tightly to her skin, her little paws hidden beneath thick mats and her nails overgrown. We are getting her the grooming and care she needs as she begins her fresh start, and we’re looking for a loving adopter to carry that care forward. Lulu deserves a family who will keep her comfortable, make regular grooming a priority, and give her the time and kindness she needs to settle in.

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Linus (PA) loves to cuddle!

Terrier (Unknown Type, Small) Lhasa Apso

Male, Adult
Chicago, IL
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
Linus is being fostered in PA. He is SIGHTED. Update  11/8/26 Linus has made tremendous progress with his health issues since July and is ready for his forever home to find him! He currently has a beautiful coat of fur that is soft as can be. He has some minor lingering skin issues, but they continue to steadily improve, especially with his recent injection of Befrena for dermatitis. We are not sure if he will need this long term but, if so, it is usually given every 6-8 weeks.   Linus recently had a dental and his teeth simply had some tartar but he did not need any extractions. He said as also treated for an ear infection. Linis has slightly swollen feet pads and he will occasionally lift a foot when standing.  This condition is improving slowly as his skin heals.  Allergy testing indicated that Linus has allergies to dust mites and milk.  He is currently on an antibiotic to try to get to the bottom of sneezing (sometimes with discharge).  He doesn't seem to be bothered by it but it would be nice to find the cause.  He continues to eat home made bone broth with each meal only because his foster mom feels it is very nutritious for this little guy and may help to improve his overall immune system. He is an amazing little guy who loves nothing more than to cuddle and eat.  Current medications that may be long term:  Apoquel tablets, Befrena injections.  Linus now weighs 17 pounds.If there are children in his home, they should be at least 8 years old and be respectful of dogs needing some space at certain times.  BDRA has voted against the use of electrical fencing effective immediately.
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Timber

Havanese Lhasa Apso

Male, 10 yrs 6 mos
Chicago, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Timber came to us in dire condition. He had been found by a Good Samaritan in the Dan Ryan woods and the matting on his legs was so severe that on one of his front limbs it had begun to cut into his leg, limiting circulation and resulting in the limb to begin dying off. By the time he joined CRA there was nothing to be done but amputate the limb. 

The speed at which Timber adjusted to that major physical change was astounding. He is one tough guy and barely skipped a beat. He is remarkably mobile still for an older gentleman who just had major orthopedic surgery, and sometimes he just does *too much* and doesn’t let anything slow him down. His pain tolerance has to be through the roof because his PT team said his back is tight and he needs regular massage and long walks should be done with the aid of a wheelchair to take some strain off the rest of his body but Timber says “I’m fine, just let me live.” We held off on scheduling Timber’s dental cleaning until we could get his heart checked fully to make sure the minor issue the surgeon detected during his amputation were situational instead of chronic, and now that he’s got a clear bill of heart health with a stellar echocardiogram, he’s getting scheduled for his dental cleaning and then he will be ready to join a very lucky family. 

Timber’s personality is pretty predictable considering his history. He can be incredibly independent, proving that he had to fend for himself for a very long time in his past, but he also has clearly been a loved family pet at some point as well because he adores human attention. He’s the most chill dude ever around other dogs, and doesn’t mind sharing attention, food, or anything. All of Timber’s major medical needs have been seen to, but as he is technically a senior with an orthopedic challenge, adopters should be prepared to keep him on joint and muscle supplements and keep a good relationship with their vet to make sure any age related changes are being managed.

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Shih Tzu shelters & rescues in Chicago, Illinois

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

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One Tail at a Time

2144 N Wood Street, Chicago, IL 60614

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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5.7 miles

Dark Horse Dogs, NFP

3927 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60618

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

5.7 miles

Famous Fido Rescue & Adoption Alliance

3124 W. Irving Park Rd., Chicago, IL 60618

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

7 miles

ALIVE Rescue

PO Box 39111, Chicago, IL 60639

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

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Shelter

7.5 miles

Felines & Canines - Chicago, IL

6379 N Paulina Street, Chicago, IL 60660

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

13.3 miles

Focus on Cumberland County Animal Safety-IL Transport Stop

Chicago, IL 60176

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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14.9 miles

Animal Welfare League

10305 Southwest Highway, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415

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

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16.2 miles

A Doggie 4 You - IL transport stop

Rosmont, IL 60018

Pet Types: dogs

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20 miles

Border Tails Rescue

2975 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, IL 60062

Pet Types: dogs

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23.6 miles

P.A.W.S. (Peoples Animal Welfare Society) of Tinley Park

8301 West 191st Street, Tinley Park, IL 60487

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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