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Chester

Shih Tzu

Male, Senior
Rosmont, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Meet Chester – proof that second chances can change everything. ❤️ At 7 years old, Chester is here to remind everyone that age is just a number. Don’t let those years fool you—this handsome Shih Tzu still has plenty of pep in his step! He loves playing with toys, chasing his dog friends around the yard, and happily chewing on his favorite bones. When Chester first came to us, he was wandering the streets alone, covered in fleas and suffering from hair loss. It’s hard to imagine anyone overlooked such a sweet little guy. But look at him now! With lots of love, good food, and veterinary care, Chester is fully vetted, healthy, and ready to start the next chapter of his life. His gentle, loving personality makes him a wonderful fit for just about any family. Whether you’re looking for a cuddle buddy, a playful companion, or a loyal best friend, Chester is ready to fill that role with all his heart. If you’re ready to give this amazing boy the forever home he deserves, visit www.adoggie4you.org for more information and to complete an adoption application. We can transport Chester out of Texas to the right home because love knows no distance. ❤️ #AdoptChester #SeniorDogsRock #ShihTzuLove #RescueDog #SecondChance #ADoggie4You #AdoptDontShop     Chester is neutered, 4DX negative, vaccinated, microchipped, and current on ProHeart 12 and Bravecto. His adoption fee is $350. To apply to adopt Chester, visit www.adoggie4you.org. Chester is currently in Texas but can be transported to Washington, Portland (Oregon), Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Chicago, Des Moines, Omaha, Cincinnati, Lexington, Kentucky, and locations along the East Coast for an additional $250 transport fee. Please note that we are unable to transport to Rhode Island or Massachusetts due to state regulations.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.July 31, 2026, 10:05 am

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Tawny

Shih Tzu

Female, Adult
Rosmont, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Meet Tawny! Please thoroughly read my bio  Tawny's life didn't start out easy. She and her sister were found living on the streets in heartbreaking, neglected condition. Despite everything she's been through, Tawny has remained an incredibly sweet, gentle dog. She is truly the definition of a perfect companion—house-trained, great in the car, easy on a leash, calm, quiet, and wonderful with people, kids, and other dogs. Tawny loves being close to her people and is happiest curled up in a comfy spot. Her only flaw? She does not like cats and will absolutely chase them, so she needs a cat-free home. Tawny is currently being treated for Chagas disease. She has had extensive veterinary testing, including comprehensive bloodwork and an echocardiogram, with results showing everything within normal limits. She does have a Grade III/VI heart murmur and recently developed focal seizures, both of which are being managed with veterinary care and medication. Tawny is spayed, fully vaccinated, microchipped, 4DX negative, and current on ProHeart 12 and Bravecto. The adoption fee for Tawny is $400. To apply, please visit www.adoggie4you.org. Tawny is currently in Texas but can be transported to Washington, Oregon, Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Chicago, Des Moines, Omaha, Cincinnati, Lexington, and locations along the East Coast for an additional $250 transport fee. Unfortunately, we cannot transport to Rhode Island or Massachusetts due to state regulations.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.July 31, 2026, 10:05 am

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Quinn

Shih Tzu

Female, Adult
Rosmont, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Meet Quinn! Quinn's story is one of resilience, healing, and unconditional love. She was found abandoned on the streets alongside her sister in heartbreaking condition. Severely neglected, Quinn was covered in painful mats, suffering from extensive hair loss caused by poor nutrition and flea infestation, and struggling with serious eye issues that had gone untreated for far too long. Since coming into rescue, Quinn has received extensive veterinary care and has been under the supervision of a local veterinary ophthalmology specialist. After numerous tests, treatments, and medications, we now know that Quinn has severe chronic dry eye, a condition common in her breed. Unfortunately, this has resulted in significant scarring of both corneas. The good news is that Quinn's right eye is responding well to treatment, and with lifelong medical management, her vision can likely be preserved. Her left eye has faced additional challenges, including a corneal ulcer and infection, but after completing her course of antibiotics and ongoing care, she has shown remarkable improvement. Despite everything she has endured, Quinn remains one of the sweetest dogs you could ever hope to meet. She is calm, gentle, affectionate, and happiest when curled up in your lap. Quinn is not a barker, gets along wonderfully with other dogs, and has an easygoing, laid-back personality that makes her a joy to have around. Quinn is spayed, fully vaccinated, microchipped, 4DX negative, and current on ProHeart 12 heartworm prevention and Bravecto flea and tick prevention. We have not yet tested Quinn with cats or children, so those situations are currently unknown. Adoption Fee: $400 To apply for Quinn, please visit www.adoggie4you.org. Quinn is currently located in Texas but can be transported to Washington, Portland (Oregon), Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Chicago, Des Moines, Omaha, Cincinnati, Lexington (Kentucky), and locations along the East Coast for an additional $250 transport fee. Please note that we are unable to transport to Rhode Island or Massachusetts due to state regulations.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.July 31, 2026, 10:05 am

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Cricket

Shih Tzu

Female, 6 yrs 7 mos
Chicago, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered,
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Cricket came to us from local animal care and control. She is a very special girl looking for a home that can provide the care she needs, as she has Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). We have spent several months monitoring her health and learning more about her condition so we could best support her and future adopters. Cricket is currently classified as Stage 2 CKD, and while she will require ongoing management and regular veterinary care, she is doing well and is ready to find a loving home. Cricket is currently managed with once-daily fluids and a prescription kidney diet, both of which help support her kidney function and overall well-being. To ensure she continues to thrive, her adopter should plan for routine veterinary monitoring, including bloodwork every 3–6 months to check her kidney values and track the progression of her CKD. The exact schedule may depend on how stable her condition remains. Caring for Cricket is both a financial and day-to-day commitment, so we ask that potential adopters carefully consider whether they are able to provide the ongoing care she needs. Cricket is available for adoption in or within 3 hours of Chicago. She is up to date on vaccinations, spayed, had a dental, microchipped, heartworm negative and has had repeat bloodwork since being in our care. If you have any questions prior to applying please email us at adopt@chicagorescueauthority.org. We do share information regarding personality and routine during our matching process so please note that we included medical information here only to ensure that potential adopters are prepared.

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Kenny (VA) cute boy!

Shih Tzu Lhasa Apso

Male, Young
Chicago, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Kenny is being fostered in VA. Kenny is NOT BLIND!Kenny is a friendly, lively, happy pup! Here is his story!Kenny, a 13-pound, one-year-old shih tzu (perhaps a mix), was a stray in Ohio and landed in a shelter in rough shape. The shelter reached out to the Blind Dog Rescue as they suspected a vision issue, and he came to Virginia to be fostered in late June 2026.Kenny is an alert, aware dog and he settled in quickly at his foster home where there are three other dogs. He enjoys other dogs, and is learning to be respectful when they are not interested in playing with him. He likes to tug on a rope with his foster dad and will also settle himself on the floor chewing on various toys. He has a gentle chew when he plays and has not torn apart a single toy!Kenny is housetrained (no accidents in the house yet!) and is crate trained. Sometimes when he is settling down in his indoor pen at night, he may bark for a very short while but then he falls asleep and is quiet all night, keeping his pen clean and dry. Kenny does pretty well on a leash until he sees a critter in the yard! Then he focuses in and may want to chase! :) He travels well in the car.Kenny likes eating Purina One with gravy and is not yet interested in other kinds of dog food. He also likes peanut butter, chicken jerky (he loves that!), and some small treats. He is a little hesitant when approaching his food bowl, and waits until his foster parents have moved away before he starts eating.Kenny has been to the vet several times since arriving at his foster home. He is a healthy weight. His skin was dry and flaky when he arrived but that has been steadily improving with a good diet. He had bilateral ear infections which were treated (he was not happy when the vet staff needed to clean his ears!) and now his ears are good! His bloodwork was checked, along with his urine and a fecal. Plus he was tested for heartworm disease. All testing results were good with no concerns except Kenny had Giardia which has been treated and his most recent fecal was negative. It was a surprise to find out Kenny can see well and, at this time, there are no health or vision issues with his eyes. And his teeth look great! The vet staff fell in love with Kenny.Kenny is an active pup who has a bit of an unusual gait. He has had x-rays and has been diagnosed with hip dysplasia (a congenital condition) and a left cruciate injury. He has had a Librela injection and has responded well. His gait looks more symmetrical and he has more stamina. Librela is to be given monthly. Anyone interested in adopting Kenny should speak with their vet about adopting a small dog with hip dysplasia and a left cruciate injury. We dont know Kennys history and we dont know what the future holds - and this is true for all dogs in rescue.Kenny can go up and down a few steps but should be carried up and down a full flight of steps. He has been to the groomer and did very well although was sensitive around his left leg.There is a cat at the foster home (a semi-feral cat who spends most of her time outside) and Kenny is VERY interested in the cat. When he sees the cat, he becomes hyper-focused and wants to chase her. Although Kenny is a friendly dog with people and gets along with the other dogs in the foster home, it is unknown how he would react if allowed to have close interaction with a cat. Therefore, Kenny should be adopted in a home with no cats.Kenny has not spent time with children and, although he is such a nice dog, he should be adopted in a home with older children or adults only. And he should always be supervised when he is with young children, as all dogs should be.Kenny has a long, wonderful life ahead of him. He is still a puppy so needs an adopter who understands puppies are still learning and that they need consistency, routine, rules, and lots of love. If you think you can provide the home Kenny deserves, fill out an application today!BDRA has voted against the use of electrical fencing effective immediately.

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Patrick

Shih Tzu

Male, 10 yrs 4 mos
Northbrook, IL
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Shih Tzu shelters & rescues in Niles, Illinois

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A Doggie 4 You - IL transport stop

Rosmont, IL 60018

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Chicago Rescue Authority

Chicago, IL 60641

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6.9 miles

Blind Dog Rescue Alliance- IL

Chicago, IL 60625

Pet Types: dogs

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7.1 miles

Border Tails Rescue

2975 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, IL 60062

Pet Types: dogs

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8 miles

Famous Fido Rescue & Adoption Alliance

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

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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8 miles

Dark Horse Dogs, NFP

3927 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60618

Pet Types: dogs

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8.1 miles

Dog is my shepherd

Northlake, IL 60164

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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10.9 miles

One Tail at a Time

2144 N Wood Street, Chicago, IL 60614

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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12.6 miles

For Good Rescue

Lincolnshire, IL 60069

Pet Types: dogs

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13.2 miles

The Anti-Cruelty Society

510 N LaSalle, Chicago, IL 60654

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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