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Shih Tzu puppies and dogs in Rochelle, Illinois

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These Shih Tzus are available in Rochelle, Illinois.
We'll also keep you updated on Rocky Creed's adoption status with email updates.
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Rocky Creed

Shih Tzu Bichon Frise

Male, Young
Rochelle, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Rocky is 5 years old. We acquired him from family friends who still have his parents. He is a loyal companion. Protective. Alerts us when someone is in the yard, at the door, etc. Craves attention. Needs to be with a family that is home with him often. Loves to play fetch. Loves massages. Loves treats. Loves walks. Loves car rides. His best friend is our cat. He is house trained, he will let us know when he has to go, but when we are gone for an extended period of time, he will potty in the house. We recently started putting him in a kennel when we are going to be gone for more than a couple hours. We are a busy family and feel that Rocky deserves to be with a family that can give him more attention. His biggest downfall is that he is food aggressive. If he finds human food or we drop human food and he gets ahold of it he becomes aggressive if we try to take it away, so we don’t try to anymore.

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These Shih Tzus are available for adoption close to Rochelle, Illinois.
We'll also keep you updated on Rocky Creed's adoption status with email updates.
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Rocky Creed

Shih Tzu Bichon Frise

Male, Young
Rochelle, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Rocky is 5 years old. We acquired him from family friends who still have his parents. He is a loyal companion. Protective. Alerts us when someone is in the yard, at the door, etc. Craves attention. Needs to be with a family that is home with him often. Loves to play fetch. Loves massages. Loves treats. Loves walks. Loves car rides. His best friend is our cat. He is house trained, he will let us know when he has to go, but when we are gone for an extended period of time, he will potty in the house. We recently started putting him in a kennel when we are going to be gone for more than a couple hours. We are a busy family and feel that Rocky deserves to be with a family that can give him more attention. His biggest downfall is that he is food aggressive. If he finds human food or we drop human food and he gets ahold of it he becomes aggressive if we try to take it away, so we don’t try to anymore.
We'll also keep you updated on Milo's adoption status with email updates.
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Milo

Shih Tzu

Male, 5 yrs
Marengo, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Sweet guy looking for his furever home
We'll also keep you updated on Kingsley's adoption status with email updates.
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Kingsley

Shih Tzu

Male, 1 yr
Marengo, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Sweet boy looking for a furever home
We'll also keep you updated on Gertie's adoption status with email updates.
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Gertie

Shih Tzu

Female, Adult
Huntley, 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
AVAILABLE SOON! I haven’t arrived at the adoption center just yet - I’m getting ready for adoption! Please fill out an adoption application if you’d like to meet me once I’m available. I'm 13 lbs., and I am looking for my forever home. Adoption Donation: $500 All dogs are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, heartworm tested (if age appropriate), and up-to-date on preventatives at the time of adoption. All household members and any dogs from the household need to be present to be able to adopt. A photo ID will be required at the time of adoption. Appointments are recommended. All applications are considered general. Specific animals are NOT put on hold for adoption. When you visit, our adoption counselors will be able to make suggestions based on the type of pet you are looking for and help you find the best fit for your family. Animal House Shelter cannot guarantee the breeds of the adoptable animals. The animals are posted on the website as the breed or breed mix based on their physical characteristics they most resemble. We also cannot guarantee the ages of our adoptable animals or how large puppies will be when fully grown. We look forward to seeing you soon! Link to the Adoption Application:  https://www.animalhouseshelter.com/adopt/adoption-application/ Animal House Shelter 13005 Ernesti Road Huntley, IL 60142 847-961-5541 phone 847-961-5537 fax Open: Sunday-Friday from 11 AM to 7 PM Saturday from 9 AM to 7 PM Connect With Us: Like Us On Facebook ! Watch Us On YouTube ! Follow Us On Twitter ! Adoption Application: https://www.animalhouseshelter.com/adopt/adoption-application/ Adopt a Pet: https://www.animalhouseshelter.com/adopt/ Directions to Shelter: https://www.animalhouseshelter.com/visit/ Adoptable Dogs: https://www.animalhouseshelter.com/dogs/ Adoptable Cats: https://www.animalhouseshelter.com/cats/January 16, 2026, 7:54 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Chewbacca aka Chewie's adoption status with email updates.
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Chewbacca aka Chewie

Shih Tzu

Male, 5 yrs 1 mo
Huntley, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Chewie! Je is about 5 years old. We believe he is a Shih Tzu mix Friendly liytle guy that is just 11lbs. Good with kids. Adoption fee is $550. If interested please fill out our online app at www.aheartforanimals.org.
We'll also keep you updated on Bear's adoption status with email updates.
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Bear

Shih Tzu

Male, 2 yrs 3 mos
St. Charles, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Bear! This little guy is a 2 year old, 17 pound Shih Tzu mix! Bear is good with other dogs and he is getting used to meeting new people and experiencing new things in his foster home. He's working on training and doing well with his crate and potty training! He's also getting used to wearing a harness so he can start leash training. He likes to spend time with his canine foster brother, cuddling up or running and playing outside. He has also started to play with his squeaky toys! Since living in a home is new to Bear, he is looking for a patient adopter who will patiently draw him out of his shell, and work on training at his pace and comfort level. He hopes to find a loving home and would love to have a well-adjusted resident dog pup to continue showing him the way. He has the cutest little face with the most expressive eyes! He's very quiet and curious, and will be a wonderful companion as he gains confidence and let's his personality shine! Please submit an application to meet Bear if you think he's the pup for you! Bear's adoption fee is $400

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Shih Tzu shelters & rescues in Rochelle, Illinois

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

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29.4 miles

Ricky's Rascals

101 N State St, Marengo, IL 60152

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

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35.9 miles

Animal House Shelter, Inc

13005 Ernesti Rd, Huntley, IL 60142

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

35.9 miles

A Heart For Animals

P.O. Box 986, Huntley, IL 60142

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

36.4 miles

Tiny N Tall Rescue, Inc.

St. Charles, IL 60175

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

36.9 miles

Project Hope Animal Rescue Foundation

141 e higgins rd, GIlberts, IL 60136

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

38.4 miles

Friends Forever Humane Society

966 Rudy Road, Freeport, IL 61032

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

39.4 miles

Rover Rescue

PO Box 4074, Aurora, IL 60507

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

46.9 miles

Rescue Riders Cooperative IL

Chicago, IL 60563

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

48 miles

Wags 2 Wishes Animal Rescue

23907 W INDUSTRIAL DR N, Plainfield, IL 60585

Pet Types: dogs

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