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Shih Tzu puppies and dogs in Altoona, Iowa

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Joey

Shih Tzu

Male, 2 yrs 5 mos
DeSoto, IA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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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. Because he is still learning to trust, a home with a fence will be required at this time. He does have a hard time trusting people coming into his space, so 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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Theodore

Shih Tzu

Male, Puppy
Marshalltown, IA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Theodore is sweet, affectionate, and full of life. He was born on 11/18/25. Unfortunately, my work schedule has changed and I no longer work from home, so despite how much I love him, I want to do what’s best for him by finding a loving home with the time and attention to bond with him during these important early months. Can get better pictures upon request. I just don’t take them very often.

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Winston

Shih Tzu

Male, Puppy
Marshalltown, IA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Winston is sweet, affectionate, and full of life. He was born on 11/18/25. Unfortunately, my work schedule has changed and I no longer work from home, so despite how much I love him, I want to do what’s best for him by finding a loving home with the time and attention to bond with him during these important early months. Can get more pictures upon request. I just never think about taking them

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AHeinz57 Pet Rescue & Transport, Inc.

109 Guthrie, P.O. Box 188, DeSoto, IA 50069

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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