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Shih Tzu puppies and dogs in Seattle, Washington

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Adopt a Shih Tzu near you in Seattle, Washington

These Shih Tzus are available in Seattle, Washington.
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Tennessee

Shih Tzu

Female, 3 yrs 4 mos
Seattle, WA
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(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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AvieLee

Shih Tzu

Female, 5 yrs 10 mos
Seattle, WA
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(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Vivi

Shih Tzu Bichon Frise

Female, 4 yrs 3 mos
Seattle, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Hassie

Shih Tzu

Female, 7 yrs 7 mos
Seattle, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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CinnamonBread

Shih Tzu

Female, 6 yrs
Seattle, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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CinnamonBread is a 6-year-old tan Shih Tzu with a heart as sweet as her name! 🐕 She absolutely adores snuggling on the couch and would do best with someone who's home during the day and ideally another dog in the home. She enjoys belly rubs, snuggles and is good around children. 💕 -----

A Quick but Important Note to All Adopters:
Please remember that none of our dogs arrive fully trained. Most come from tough or uncertain beginnings and may have never lived in a home or known basic routines. That means:

✧ They are not potty trained on arrival. Most dogs regress in potty training when moving to a new environment.

✧ They may lack basic manners (like leash walking or appropriate chewing).

✧ They’re learning, growing, and doing their best—but they will need patience, structure, and compassion to succeed.

The majority of these pups have lived in the confinement of a cage or kennel run for most - if not all - of their lives. Because of this, we strongly discourage the use of crates for anything other than vehicle transport. They deserve the chance to decompress and learn what true freedom and comfort feel like.

Our amazing foster homes work hard to start these dogs on the right path, but they are rescues, not finished products. These dogs need time, consistency, and a loving home willing to meet them where they are.

Also, breed designations are our best guesses based on appearance and behavior. We can't guarantee breed, size, adult weight, or coat type.
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FireChaser

Shih Tzu

Female, 5 yrs 1 mo
Seattle, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Or, how about these Shih Tzus in cities near Seattle, Washington

These Shih Tzus are available for adoption close to Seattle, Washington.
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Tennessee

Shih Tzu

Female, 3 yrs 4 mos
Seattle, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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AvieLee

Shih Tzu

Female, 5 yrs 10 mos
Seattle, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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Vivi

Shih Tzu Bichon Frise

Female, 4 yrs 3 mos
Seattle, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Hassie

Shih Tzu

Female, 7 yrs 7 mos
Seattle, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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CinnamonBread

Shih Tzu

Female, 6 yrs
Seattle, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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Story
CinnamonBread is a 6-year-old tan Shih Tzu with a heart as sweet as her name! 🐕 She absolutely adores snuggling on the couch and would do best with someone who's home during the day and ideally another dog in the home. She enjoys belly rubs, snuggles and is good around children. 💕 -----

A Quick but Important Note to All Adopters:
Please remember that none of our dogs arrive fully trained. Most come from tough or uncertain beginnings and may have never lived in a home or known basic routines. That means:

✧ They are not potty trained on arrival. Most dogs regress in potty training when moving to a new environment.

✧ They may lack basic manners (like leash walking or appropriate chewing).

✧ They’re learning, growing, and doing their best—but they will need patience, structure, and compassion to succeed.

The majority of these pups have lived in the confinement of a cage or kennel run for most - if not all - of their lives. Because of this, we strongly discourage the use of crates for anything other than vehicle transport. They deserve the chance to decompress and learn what true freedom and comfort feel like.

Our amazing foster homes work hard to start these dogs on the right path, but they are rescues, not finished products. These dogs need time, consistency, and a loving home willing to meet them where they are.

Also, breed designations are our best guesses based on appearance and behavior. We can't guarantee breed, size, adult weight, or coat type.
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FireChaser

Shih Tzu

Female, 5 yrs 1 mo
Seattle, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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These pups are in Seattle, Washington too!

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

Japanese Chin Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Male, Puppy
Seattle, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Puff

Japanese Chin Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Male, Puppy
Seattle, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Rupert

Lhasa Apso

Male, 6 yrs
Seattle, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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LOCATION: Main Kennels Rupert was a mop in his past life- although he can`t clean your floors, he can lick his bowls clean. Straight to the dishwasher! This fuzzy little guy loves his friend, Ted. You might come in for just Rupert, but you might leave with both once you see these guys in action.The Seattle Animal Shelter is committed to reducing length of stay for all of our shelter pets! Some pets qualify for FREE or reduced adoption fees, please inquire with our Animal Care team to learn more.Pets are complex beings and prior to adoption, interested adopters will be counseled by a staff member to discuss the specific needs for each animal. This will include reviewing all known medical and behavior information. ** Please note that some animals will receive numerous inquiries, sometimes more than we can process. We appreciate you`re understanding and patience. **HOW TO ADOPT: Check the animal’s location.From the Dog Kennels/Dog Isolation/Dog Quarantine (in shelter): To meet this dog, please come to Seattle Animal Shelter at 2061 15th Ave W, Seattle, WA 98119, between 1 – 5 pm on one of our open days, no appointment needed. We are open on Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. We are closed for adoptions on Monday and all holidays.From Foster Care (out of shelter):Put the name of the dog(s) and animal ID in the Subject Line of a new email. In the body of the email please include your contact information, including address and phone number, which dog(s) you are showing interest in. Send the email to sasfosteradoption@seattle.gov.GET INVOLVED: Follow this and other SAS animals on Facebook and Instagram to see their fun adventures and learn more: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SeattleAnimalShelter?mibextid=LQQJ4d Instagram https://instagram.com/seattleanimalshelter?igshid=MWI4MTIyMDE= To volunteer, foster, donate, or learn more about the Seattle Animal Shelter, visit our website: https://www.seattle.gov/animal-shelter

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Shih Tzu shelters & rescues in Seattle, Washington

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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5.4 miles

Little Dog Rescue

1037 NE 65th St. #167, Seattle, WA 98115

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

8.9 miles

Ginger's Pet Rescue

Seattle, WA 98133

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

14.6 miles

Washington German Shepherd Rescue

PO Box 947, Woodinville, WA 98072

Pet Types: dogs

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Shelter

14.6 miles

Homeward Pet Adoption Center

13132 NE 177th Place, Woodinville, WA 98072

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

17 miles

Collar of Hope

PO Box 518, Olalla, WA 98359

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

27 miles

Gods Dogs Rescue of TX in WA Transport Stop

Everett, WA 98201

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

46.1 miles

Welfare for Animals Guild

Sequim, WA 98382

Pet Types: dogs

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Shih Tzu basics

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Where do Shih Tzus come from? How many types of Shih Tzus are there? From the history of the breed to question about average height, weight and size, brush up on these basic facts about the Shih Tzu.

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