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Shih Tzu puppies and dogs in Maryland

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

Shih Tzu

Male
Hollywood, MD
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You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Pooh is a 9 year old Shih Tzu. He is a sweet boy. He gets along with most other doggies. He is a vocal boy. He will need medicated baths twice a week for another month due to having skin issues. He will need someone who is willing to wipe his eyes each day (sometimes multiple times) and add medicated eye gel due to dry eye. This will be an ongoing financial responsibility for caring with Pooh. He is very good about having his eyes wiped and having his medication applied. He is a sweet, vocal boy.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.December 4, 2025, 9:20 pm
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Roco

Shih Tzu

Male, Senior
Salisbury, MD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Primary Color: Black Age: 9yrs 0mths 0wks
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Brodie 12 lb lap dog!

Shih Tzu/Chihuahua

Male, 9 mos
Hagerstown, MD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Good with kids, Good with dogs,
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Brodie and his two sisters, Bubbles and Buttercup were surrendered to a kill shelter because their owners just had too many and couldn’t find homes on their own. Their mom is a long-haired Chihuahua and their daddy is a Shih Tzu and they were born on February 2nd this year so they are nine months old. Brodie has been neutered, is up-to-date on vaccines and heartworm negative. He’s also microchipped. He weighs just under 12 pounds and is probably full grown now. Brodie is great at the Vet and The Groomer and loves riding in the car. He needs a little practice on the leash and he’s making great progress on his house training. Brodie absolutely loves being held! He is a real snuggler! He would be fine with older children, and he loves his sisters so after proper intro he would like other 4 legged family members. If you would like to give this super affectionate love bug his forever home, please email omlc7@hotmail.com or dogs4mylife@gmail.com. If you do not see a response, please check your spam folder.
We'll also keep you updated on Gidget's adoption status with email updates.
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Gidget

Shih Tzu

Female, Senior
Silver Spring, MD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
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***COURTESY POST ONLY - PLEASE CONTACT ZACH FOR MORE INFO.*** Meet Gidget – A Sweet, Calm 15-Year-Old Mini Shih Tzu Gidget is a gentle, well-mannered miniature Shih Tzu looking for a loving home for her golden years. She’s in excellent health for her age, fully vaccinated, and has been cherished and well cared for her whole life. Gidget is wonderfully easygoing:     •    Great with other pets – she gets along beautifully with both dogs and cats.     •    Usually quiet: she only barks when hungry.      •    House-trained – she reliably goes outside, and she also knows to use pee pads if you’re away for longer stretches.     •    Low-maintenance lifestyle – she enjoys short, leisurely walks, but she’s happiest curled up and snoozing for most of the day.     •    Temperament – extremely cuddly and loving. Can be timid around young children, so she’s best suited for a calmer home.     •    LOVES car rides and just being with her person.      •    Spayed and up-to-date on all vaccinations.     •    Grooming – not her favorite activity, but she tolerates baths, brushing, and trims without any trouble. Gidget is the perfect companion for someone who wants a quiet, cuddly, loving dog who’s easy to have around and brings a warm, peaceful energy to the home. She will be timid initially but extremely loving and sweet once she gets settled in.  She and her sister, Jackie, are looking for a new home because circustances in their current living situation have changed. Their dad is trying to find a home for both of them with a person/people that will unconditionally love them just as they deserve! Please note that both Gidget and Jackie must be adopted together as they are bonded. If you would like to find out more information about Gidget and Jackie, please contact Zach at 703-969-2433. ##2592452##
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Jackie

Shih Tzu

Female, Senior
Silver Spring, MD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
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***COURTESY POST ONLY - PLEASE CONTACT ZACH FOR MORE INFO.*** Meet Jackie – A Sweet, Calm 13-Year-Old Mini Shih Tzu Jackie is a gentle, well-mannered miniature Shih Tzu looking for a loving home for her golden years. She’s in excellent health for her age, fully vaccinated, and has been cherished and well cared for her whole life. Jackie is wonderfully easygoing:     •    Great with other pets – she gets along beautifully with both dogs and cats.     •    Exceptionally quiet – she never barks.     •    House-trained – she reliably goes outside, and she also knows to use pee pads if you’re away for longer stretches.     •    Low-maintenance lifestyle – she enjoys short, leisurely walks, but she’s happiest curled up and snoozing for most of the day.     •    Temperament – very sweet and affectionate, though a bit timid around young children, so she’s best suited for a calmer home.     •    Spayed and up-to-date on all vaccinations.     •    Grooming – not her favorite activity, but she tolerates baths, brushing, and trims without any trouble. Jackie is the perfect companion for someone who wants a quiet, cuddly, loving dog who’s easy to have around and brings a warm, peaceful energy to the home. Jackie and her sister, Gidget, need to find a new place to live through no fault of their own. They MUST be adopted together as they are a bonded pair. The circumstances prevent them from living at their current home and their dad is trying to find the best possible home for them where they can be loved and cared for just like they deserve. If you are interested in meeting Jackie and Gidget, please contact Zach at 703-969-2433. ##2592449##
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Gage

Shih Tzu

Male, 10 mos
Frederick, MD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Shih Tzu shelters & rescues in Maryland

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

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One More Last Chance Rescue - Hagerstown transport

Hagerstown , MD 21740

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Goofy Foot Rescue - Hagerstown, MD

Hagerstown , MD 21740

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Operation Paws for Homes - MD Chapter

Frederick , MD 21703

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Cocker Spaniel Adoption Center Inc.

PO Box 1704, Westminster , MD 21158

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Miri's Haven Senior Dog Rescue

Rockville , MD 20850

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A Home of Their Own Animal Rescue

Silver Spring , MD 20906

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