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Below are our newest added Shih Tzus available for adoption in Iowa. To see more adoptable Shih Tzus in Iowa, use the search tool below to enter specific criteria!

Oliver

Shih Tzu

Male, Young

Lisbon, IA

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained,

Story

Meet Oliver: Small Dog, Big Heart, and the Cutest Zoomies in Town Oliver is a 1 year old, 13 pound Shih Tzu who’s been busy learning all about life as a loved family dog and he’s doing a wonderful job. In his foster home, Oliver has discovered that couches are comfy, toys are meant to be celebrated, and people can be very, very kind. Oliver is house trained but is used to getting outside every few hours and having someone around most of the time. He loves to play, especially with toys and other dogs. Oliver would thrive in a home with a dog buddy his own size, someone to share zoomies, bounces, and joyful chaos with. Watching Oliver play is pure happiness. His zoomie sprints and happy hops are guaranteed mood-lifters. One of Oliver’s biggest accomplishments is learning to trust. He’s come to understand that gentle hands bring love, not fear, and it’s been beautiful to watch his confidence grow. His future family will need to be patient, kind, and generous with cuddles as he continues to blossom. A physically fenced yard is required for Oliver. Leashes are still scary for him, and leash walking will need to be introduced slowly and carefully, at his pace. For now, a safe yard lets him enjoy the outdoors without worry. If you’re looking for a sweet, playful little companion who is learning how wonderful life can be, Oliver is ready to keep growing with his forever family. Oliver is neutered, microchipped, heartworm tested, and up to date on vaccinations. If you’d like to meet Oliver, please fill out an adoption application at www.furfunrescue.org. If you have questions about Oliver you can email rox@furfunrescue.org or call 319-929-6657. Adopters must live within a two-hour radius of Cedar Rapids, IA. Indoor homes only. Oliver's adoption fee is $400.

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Fritz

Shih Tzu

Male, Young

Estherville, IA

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,

Story

***The first step in the adoption process is to complete the application at www.emmetcountyanimalshelter.org Hello, My name is Fritz. I am looking for my best buddy or greatest gal pal. I am potty trained and I will tell you when I need to go out. I am good with other fur friends, and humans but I am shy at first. However, when I open up you'll meet the goofiest goofball. I prefer to sleep in my own bed. I love the outside. Walks? Yes. Run in the yard? Yes. Play outside? Always yes. I love to be where you are. Cooking, cleaning, chores, watching tv, I want to be there too. *DM me if you'd like to meet up. Fritz. (LMAO) Notes that Fritz didn't mention in his bio.... he was abandoned by his previous owners. So please be ready to commit to his sweet fluffy face for another 15 years. Also since joining us while waiting for his new forever family has been vaccinated and neutered. He's cute and he knows it but we don't need any lil Fritzs! Oh, he also has a microchip but he's really hoping he never needs to use it! He would adore a fenced yard so he can hang out in the out and run around but if you wanted to go for walks and stuff he would be cool with that too. His adoption fee is $300.00 If Fritz looks like someone you would want to swipe right for make sure to submit that app! January 10, 2026, 10:02 pm

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Joey

Shih Tzu

Male, 2 yrs 5 mos

DeSoto, IA

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Story

Meet Joey!Joey is a 2-year-old Shih Tzu mix that is around 10-15 pounds at full growth. Joey came to us as an owner surrender due to him not doing well with the children in the home. Because of this, he would do best in a home where there are no children. We were told that he has done well playing with larger dogs but with smaller dogs he may can be overwhelming to them as he has a hard time understanding that others need a break. He is not fully potty trained and would need help getting on a consistent schedule for potty training, but he has done well using papers at this time. He has not yet felt comfortable with leashing, so a home with a fence will be required. Due to him having a hard time trusting people coming into his space, he would do best in a home where there are no visitors or a home that would be comfortable kenneling him when new people come over. We are still learning more about him as he is still very unsure of his new surroundings and constant new people, that he would have to have a few meets in order for him to feel comfortable being handled.If you would like to know more information or would like to be considered for Joey, please feel free to fill out an adoption application online.

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Willow

Shih Tzu/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 14 yrs 1 mo

Johnston, IA

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with dogs, House-trained,

Story

Meet Willow! She is a sweet 15 year old shih tzu mix lady. Don't let her age fool you, she has a lot of sassy and spunk. Willow does great with other dogs, loves her people, but is a little leery of quick movements, so kids 12 and up would be best. Cats are unknown, but we don't anticipate any issues. She is house/kennel trained and is a perfect work from home supervisor and TV binge watching partner. If you would like to meet Willow, please apply at www.foreverhomedogs.org!All adoptions are $300 per dog for puppies under 1 year, $250 for adults 1 - 9 years old and $150 for senior dogs which include spay/neuter, micro-chipped and up-to-date on required shots. Senior dogs, at our discretion, are adopted out at $150 per dog because we know they will have less time with your family and may eventually have more needs as they get older. But we feel these dogs deserve to live out the rest of their lives as part of a loving family.

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Sophie & Ashlynn

Shih Tzu

Female, Senior

Cedar Rapids, IA

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with dogs, House-trained,

Story

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Looking for double the love and double the companionship? Sophie and Ashlynn are a bonded pair of adorable, senior Shih Tzus who are ready to fill your home with quiet loyalty, gentle affection, and plenty of snuggle time. Sophie is a quiet little lady who prefers to stay close by your side. She isn't a big cuddler, but she will loyally follow you from room to room and nap nearby on a pillow while you relax or watch tv. She is very inquisitive and has a little anxiety which keeps her moving around, especially when her foster mom is out of sight. Due to her anxiety, Sophie does take a daily medication to manage it. Additionally, she does have some allergies and takes benadryl for that. Ashlynn (or Ashie for short) is the cuddlebug of the pair. She loves being held like a baby or snuggled up in your lap - maybe even on your pillow at night! She's a deep sleeper and loves a good nap, especially if it's near her favorite person. Like Sophie, Ashlynn would like to be wherever you are and wants to be the center of your world. Ashie is a bit more of a diva; while she gets along with other dogs, she doesn't like when they get in her face or between her and her cuddle time with their foster mom. Both girls currently live with other dogs, but their hearts truly belong to their human. They will require a home with a fenced in yard and have not yet been cat tested. They're content lounging around together, following you throughout the house, or enjoying a quiet evening by your side. They are both potty pad trained and are used to having free roam of the house.If you have a calm, loving home and are ready for two devoted little shadows, Sophie and Ashie are the perfect pair! Sophie and Ashlynn's adoption fee is $350 and includes their spay, microchip, current vaccinations and preventatives. They are seeking an indoor only home with adopters who have a history of keeping their pets as indoor animals, altered, and current on annual vaccinations and preventatives. Our adoption process includes a background check, home visit, and vet history check. If you would like to meet Sophie and Ashie, please fill out an adoption application on our website, adopthope.orgVisit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.November 1, 2025, 1:07 pm

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Gremlin

Shih Tzu

Male, Adult

Fort Madison, IA

Size

(when grown) -

Details

Story

If you have ANY QUESTIONS or are truly interested in adopting any animal from PAW Animal Shelter Please, fillout an adoption application FIRST! WE are a high intake No Kill Shelter ran by a staff of 4 and do not always have time to answer every question asked by so many. If you are a good fit for the animal you are interested in -we will call to speak with you, If we feel you are not a good fit , we will contact you about other pets that may be a good fit for your home. Many people are losing the opportunity to adopt the animal they want because they fail to put in an application and the pet was adopted before we could answer your email. .If you have applied for an animal in our facility and have not received a response within 7 days, PLEASE call or contact us again. Though we do our best in trying to answer all emails in a timely manner, sometimes things get away from us, get lost or misplaced. It is never our intention to ignore a request about an adoptable animal in our facility. Sandy Brown, Director, PAW Animal Shelter 319-372-2274 ##2553573##

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