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London

Shih Tzu

Female, Adult
Rosmont, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
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You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Meet London! London is a fun, hyper, loving, and playful Shih Tzu who is looking for a fresh start and a family to call her own. After her owner sadly ended up in the hospital, London and her four siblings found themselves loose on a large property. It took a dedicated two-day trapping session by our team to bring them all safely into our rescue. She arrived heavily matted and flea-infested, but she has been cleaned up, vetted, and is now ready to let her true personality shine! London is a total blast and has that classic, big Shih Tzu personality. She is a bundle of joy who loves to play, though she does give affectionate play bites when she gets excited, so a home with older children who understand puppy-like play would be best. She is also quite a vocal girl and will let you know when she has something to say! London is still working on her potty training and will need a patient family willing to help her learn the ropes. As a Shih Tzu, she will also require consistent brushing and regular professional grooming to keep her coat looking and feeling its best. Health & Medical Status: Spayed Microchipped & fully vaccinated Heartworm/Tick-borne disease negative (4DX Negative) Current on ProHeart 12 (heartworm prevention) and Bravecto (flea/tick prevention) Adoption Details: Adoption Fee: $450 Location: Currently in Texas Out-of-State Transport: Can be transported for an additional $250 fee to Washington, Portland (Oregon), Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Chicago, Des Moines, Omaha, Cincinnati, Lexington (Kentucky), and various locations along the East Coast. (Please note: Due to strict state regulations, we cannot transport dogs to Rhode Island or Massachusetts). Ready to bring this fun-loving girl home? Apply today at www.adoggie4you.org! Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.November 9, 2026, 9:55 am

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London

Shih Tzu

Female, Adult
Rosmont, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Meet London! London is a fun, hyper, loving, and playful Shih Tzu who is looking for a fresh start and a family to call her own. After her owner sadly ended up in the hospital, London and her four siblings found themselves loose on a large property. It took a dedicated two-day trapping session by our team to bring them all safely into our rescue. She arrived heavily matted and flea-infested, but she has been cleaned up, vetted, and is now ready to let her true personality shine! London is a total blast and has that classic, big Shih Tzu personality. She is a bundle of joy who loves to play, though she does give affectionate play bites when she gets excited, so a home with older children who understand puppy-like play would be best. She is also quite a vocal girl and will let you know when she has something to say! London is still working on her potty training and will need a patient family willing to help her learn the ropes. As a Shih Tzu, she will also require consistent brushing and regular professional grooming to keep her coat looking and feeling its best. Health & Medical Status: Spayed Microchipped & fully vaccinated Heartworm/Tick-borne disease negative (4DX Negative) Current on ProHeart 12 (heartworm prevention) and Bravecto (flea/tick prevention) Adoption Details: Adoption Fee: $450 Location: Currently in Texas Out-of-State Transport: Can be transported for an additional $250 fee to Washington, Portland (Oregon), Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Chicago, Des Moines, Omaha, Cincinnati, Lexington (Kentucky), and various locations along the East Coast. (Please note: Due to strict state regulations, we cannot transport dogs to Rhode Island or Massachusetts). Ready to bring this fun-loving girl home? Apply today at www.adoggie4you.org! Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.November 9, 2026, 9:55 am

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Toby

Shih Tzu

Male, 4 yrs 7 mos
Chicago, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Looking for a sweet, fun-loving little buddy? Then you have to meet Toby. He is an almost 4 year old Shih tzu who goes along with whatever is going on. He came into rescue with hair loss due to a flea allergy. His eyes have some cloudiness which may explain his carefulness when he goes up and down steps. He loves to play and gets the zoomies after meals, enjoys car rides, uses pee pads, and loves to play with other dogs. He would like to be part of an active family because he loves fun!FOCCAS is a foster based, non-profit rescue in Crossville, TN. The adoption fee Includes Age-Appropriate Vaccinations (DA2PPV, Bordetella, Rabies), Deworming, Spay/Neuter, Microchip, Flea/Tick/Heartworm Prevention, and Sheltering. Adult Dogs are Heartworm Tested and Treated as Needed. FOCCAS does not DNA test or guarantee breed. Adoption fee is $400.If transport is needed, there are additional fees to cover department of agriculture requirements and transport, the additional fee adds $300 to the adoption fee (any location out of Tennessee, East Coast, Great Lakes or New England regions)Thank You for Your Interest in Adopting a Canine Companion from Foccas-tn.org!To Apply Please Copy and Paste to your browser:https://service.sheltermanager.com/asmservice?account=hb2428&method=online_form_html&formid=41

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Voldemort

Shih Tzu

Male, 8 yrs
Northbrook, IL
Size
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Spayed or Neutered,
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Boyboy

Shih Tzu

Male, 8 yrs 2 mos
Northbrook, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
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Patrick

Shih Tzu

Male, 10 yrs 7 mos
Northbrook, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Jersey Mikes

Shih Tzu

Male, 10 yrs
Northbrook, IL
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Below are our newest added Shih Tzus available for adoption in Des Plaines, Illinois. To see more adoptable Shih Tzus in Des Plaines, Illinois, use the search tool below to enter specific criteria!
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Cobbler

Lhasa Apso Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, Puppy
Rosmont, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Say hello to Cobbler! This adorable puppy came into rescue with six of his siblings and both of his parents after being surrendered by his previous owners. Now, Cobbler is ready to find a family of his very own! Cobbler is a sweet puppy who is ready to discover all the wonderful things the world has to offer. With a loving home and a family to guide him, he can build confidence, learn new things, and enjoy all the adventures that come with being part of a family! As a puppy, Cobbler has plenty of growing and learning ahead of him! He'll need a family willing to invest time in basic training, patience, consistency, and lots of positive reinforcement. Cobbler will also need regular grooming and brushing to keep his coat healthy and looking its best. His family should be prepared to make coat care a regular part of his routine. Cobbler's adoption fee is $400. He is neutered, microchipped, vaccinated, and current on heartworm, flea, and tick prevention. Cobbler is currently in Texas but can travel to Washington, Portland, Oregon, Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Chicago, Des Moines, Omaha, Cincinnati, Lexington, Kentucky, and locations along the East Coast. If transportation is needed, there is an additional $250 transport fee. Due to state regulations, Cobbler cannot travel to Rhode Island or Massachusetts. Are you ready to give Cobbler the loving home he deserves? Apply to adopt Cobbler today at www.adoggie4you.org.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.November 9, 2026, 9:55 am

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Biscotti

Lhasa Apso Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, Puppy
Rosmont, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Say hello to Biscotti! This adorable puppy came into rescue with six of his siblings and both of his parents after being surrendered by his previous owners. Now, Biscotti is ready to find a family of his very own! Biscotti is a sweet puppy who is ready to discover all the wonderful things the world has to offer. With a loving home and a family to guide him, he can build confidence, learn new things, and enjoy all the adventures that come with being part of a family! As a puppy, Biscotti has plenty of growing and learning ahead of him! He'll need a family willing to invest time in basic training, patience, consistency, and lots of positive reinforcement as he grows into the wonderful dog he's meant to be. Biscotti will also need regular grooming and brushing to keep his coat healthy and looking its best. His family should be prepared to make coat care a regular part of his routine. Biscotti's adoption fee is $400. He is neutered, microchipped, vaccinated, and current on heartworm, flea, and tick prevention. Biscotti is currently in Texas but can travel to Washington, Portland, Oregon, Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Chicago, Des Moines, Omaha, Cincinnati, Lexington, Kentucky, and locations along the East Coast. If transportation is needed, there is an additional $250 transport fee. Due to state regulations, Biscotti cannot travel to Rhode Island or Massachusetts. Are you ready to give Biscotti the loving home he deserves? Apply to adopt Biscotti today at www.adoggie4you.org.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.November 9, 2026, 9:55 am

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Shih Tzu shelters & rescues in Des Plaines, Illinois

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

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A Doggie 4 You - IL transport stop

Rosmont, IL 60018

Pet Types: dogs

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Focus on Cumberland County Animal Safety-IL Transport Stop

Chicago, IL 60176

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7.7 miles

Border Tails Rescue

2975 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, IL 60062

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9.8 miles

Second City Canine Rescue

570 N Smith st, Palatine, IL 60067

Pet Types: dogs

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10.4 miles

ALIVE Rescue

PO Box 39111, Chicago, IL 60639

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

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11.5 miles

Dark Horse Dogs, NFP

3927 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60618

Pet Types: dogs

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11.5 miles

Famous Fido Rescue & Adoption Alliance

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

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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11.7 miles

For Good Rescue

Lincolnshire, IL 60069

Pet Types: dogs

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14.4 miles

One Tail at a Time

2144 N Wood Street, Chicago, IL 60614

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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17.6 miles

Chi-Town Pitties, Inc.

46 Danada Square West #4074, Wheaton, IL 60189

Pet Types: dogs

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