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Shih Tzu puppies and dogs in San Diego, California

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Adopt a Shih Tzu near you in San Diego, California

These Shih Tzus are available in San Diego, California.
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Yuki

Shih Tzu

Male, Adult
San Diego, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Age: 9 years old Gender: Male Breed: Shih Tzu mix Weight: 26 lbs Personality: Yuki is wary of strangers but will warm up to people with a bit of chicken and patience on the human's side. Yuki is a mellow guy who loves to nap next to you and lounge in the sun. Yuki is content to sleep the day away near his person but is also up for playing with stuffed animals and fetching! Yuki does well on leash but is quick to warn you that strangers are nearby. He has some barrier frustration, but is generally very easy going once he has warmed up to you. He loves going for car rides and is a great passenger, although drive thru cashiers may be startled at his sudden alerting. Yuki does well with other dogs. He is polite enough to leave old grumpy dogs alone but will play with young energetic pups. He does not resource guard his person, but does show some food guarding tendencies. It would be safest to feed separately. Needs a home with no children or older children who will treat him with respect and give him space as needed. If you have some chicken and just two days of patience, you will be rewarded with so much love. Yuki is an easy dog, he is crate trained, potty trained, and walks well on leash. He is generally a gentle, mellow guy with great house manners. He has a case of stranger danger, but can be redirected when he is reacting. Yuki loves hanging out with his human, but does well when left alone. He will sleep until you return and greet you wholeheartedly. Yuki takes a little bit to warm up to his person, but once you earn his trust, you will find that no one else will look at you with as much love in their eyes as Yuki.  Education: Good with bathroom and leash training Favorite Activities: Napping, cuddling, chewing tags and eyeballs off stuffed animals, fetch, sun bathing. He's also extremely dog friendly Looking for: A sweet person or family who can give him space, be patient with him and respect/ advocate for his boundaries while he learns to trust humans. Ideally older and respectful kids are ok, and so are dogs. He is currently taking Prozac (~$5-10 for a month's supply, depending on market value and where purchased) to successfully help manage his anxiety around new people.  Adoption Fee: $ 350 ##1592807##
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Beautiful Ella

Shih Tzu Schnauzer (Miniature)

Female, 1 yr 3 mos
El Cajon, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Please adopt or foster!! come to our adoption event to meet our sweet Ella - Event to be determined - Please text Veronica for more information at 619-576-0747. Ella has been fostered with all sizes of dogs and with cats as well. She is very good with kids as well - she loves to give you kisses!! She is currently about 8 to 10 pounds; she will be a small size. Ella is hybrid breed Schnau-Tzu! very lovable and smart. Please open your home and hearts to this beautiful and sweet girl:) Please contact us at 619-576-0747 as 1st type of contact or email us at angels4dogscats@gmail.com or visit our website at www.angelsfordogsandcatsrescue.org If approved, the adoption coordinator will reach out to you to schedule a Meet-and-Greet appointment. No appointments will be made unless we have received an application; therefore, we can match you with the best fit for you. Follow us on Instagram where you can see more pics. Please allow 48 hours to process applications and respond back to set up appointments. Unfortunately, responses back to those who do not qualify are not possible due to high volume of applications. Donation Adoption fee includes up-to-date their 3 core puppy DHLPP vaccinations, spaying or neutering, deworming, flea medication, and a complementary health check up by a participating clinic near you. Please consider adopting one (or more!) of these fur babies! Due to high volume of calls; NO PHONE calls are accepted at this time - therefore, please text us or email us.- LIFE!!! LOVE!!! RESCUE !!! SAVE A LIFE!!
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Amazing Nina

Shih Tzu Maltipoo

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
El Cajon, CA
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
Come to meet her at our monthly events at Petco: 1780 Garnet Ave - Pacific Beach, ca 92109 by Vons & CVS - Next Adoption Event Saturday 11/09 - from 3 to 5 pm - there will be a bake fundraising event from 11 to 2 pm. Our sweet girl is so playful. She enjoys hours playing with her little bonded brother Nino. In addition, she gets along with other dogs - and cats and loves children and people. She is a love bug who will bring you lots of love. They love playing with the cat as well as you can see in on her pics here the cat trying to get to play. We can text you videos if you request it. Adoption fee includes being spayed and she has all her 3 core puppy vaccines, dewormed and a complementary health check up at our participating vet clinics. Please text us at 619-576-0747 or email email us at Angels4dogscats@gmail.com Please MUST complete an application if you are ready to adopt at AngelsForDogsAndCatsRescue.org or at AAOFUS.ORG Please text us to let us know you have applied - please check out the bio of bonded brother Nino Thank you for saving lives by adopting from us!!! LIVE!!! LOVE!!! ADOPT OUR RESCUED BONDED PAIR!!!
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Toby - hypoallergenic

Shih Tzu Maltese

Male, 5 yrs
El Cajon, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Come to meet him at our monthly events at Petco: 1780 Garnet Ave - Pacific Beach, ca 92109 by Vons & CVS - Next Adoption Event Saturday 02/15- from 4 to 6 pm Our sweet boy is playful, gets along with other dogs - and cats and loves children and people. However, as all rescued pups he will need patience while adjusting to his new home; otherwise, he is a love bug who will bring you lots of love. He is a hypoallergenic:) Adoption fee includes being neutered and his yearly vaccines, microchip, dewormed and a complementary health check up at our participating vet clinics. Please text us at 619-576-0747 or email email us at Angels4dogscats@gmail.com Please MUST complete an application if you are ready to adopt at AngelsForDogsAndCatsRescue.org or at AAOFUS.ORG Thank you for saving lives by adopting from us!!!
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Morty

Shih Tzu Maltese

Male
San Diego, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Morty, a lovable 4-year-old Maltese Shih Tzu who weighs just 10 pounds of pure sweetness! Morty is a friendly little guy who adores people and gets along great with other dogs. He’s neutered, microchipped, and up to date on all his vaccinations, making him ready for a fresh start in a forever home. Morty also stays protected with current flea control, so you can feel confident in his health and well-being. If you’re looking for a cheerful, affectionate companion to add to your family, Morty could be the perfect fit. His adoption fee is $550, which helps cover his medical care and the costs of his journey to finding the perfect home. Ready to meet this adorable little guy? You can find more information and submit an adoption application at www.secondleashonlife.org ##2269583##
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Prada

Shih Tzu Jack Russell Terrier

Female, 11 mos
San Diego, CA
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
Meet Prada, a sweet little Jack Russell Shih-Tzu mix who is looking for her forever home! She is approximately 10 months old and weighs just 12 pounds. She was rescued as part of a hoarding case, but she's been thriving in her foster home and is ready for a fresh start. She is great with other dogs and very happy and spunky! Prada is current on his vaccines, spayed, and microchipped  Prada is a loving and gentle soul who will make a wonderful companion. Her adoption fee is $450, and he’s ready to meet you! If you’re interested in giving Prada the loving home she deserves, please fill out an application to meet her at www.secondleashonlife.org. Don’t miss out on the chance to make this sweet girl a part of your family! ##2279404##

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These Shih Tzus are available for adoption close to San Diego, California.
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Juliet

Shih Tzu Poodle (Miniature)

Female, 5 yrs
El Cajon, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Juliet, a cuddly and sweet little girl. She makes a great companion and enjoys to fill you with love. She is great on walks and loves her outings. Juliet has all her shots up to date, she is microchipped and spayed. We are a small non-profit rescue team, and an adoption fee will apply, which helps cover medical for all of our rescues. If interested, please visit our web site using the Adoption Application link below to directly view and apply.
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Kiki

Shih Tzu Poodle (Miniature)

Male, 3 yrs
El Cajon, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Kiki is a cool little dude, he is so playful and fun to have around. He has lots of fun playing with his toys and running around. He would make a great workout partner. Kiki comes with all his shots up to date, microchipped and neutered. We are a small non-profit rescue team, and an adoption fee will apply, which helps cover medical for all of our rescues. If interested, please visit our web site using the Adoption Application link below to directly view and apply.
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Kiki

Shih Tzu Poodle (Miniature)

Male, 3 yrs
Escondido, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Kiki is a cool little dude, he is so playful and fun to have around. He has lots of fun playing with his toys and running around. He would make a great workout partner. Kiki comes with all his shots up to date, microchipped and neutered. This is a curtesy posting for our great rescue partner Born Again Animal Rescue We are a small non-profit rescue team, and an adoption fee will apply, which helps cover medical for all of our rescues. If interested, please visit our web site using the Adoption Application link below to directly view and apply.
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Juliet

Shih Tzu Poodle (Miniature)

Female, 5 yrs
Escondido, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Juliet, a cuddly and sweet little girl. She makes a great companion and enjoys to fill you with love. She is great on walks and loves her outings. Juliet has all her shots up to date, she is microchipped and spayed. This is a curtesy posting for our great rescue partner Born Again Animal Rescue We are a small non-profit rescue team, and an adoption fee will apply, which helps cover medical for all of our rescues. If interested, please visit our web site using the Adoption Application link below to directly view and apply.
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SUGAR PLUM

Shih Tzu

Female, 1 yr 6 mos
Escondido, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
HELLO AND MEET SUGAR PLUM, THE CUTEST SWEETEST PUREBRED 10 POUNDS SHITZU GIRL YOU WILL EVER MEET , SHE WAS BORN ON AUGUST 19TH . 23 AND SHE IS THE SIBLING OF SUGAR RAY AND BROWN SUGAR SHE WILL REQUIRE A HOME WITH A YARD, RETIRED OR WORKING FROM HOME PEOPLE AND A PERSON THAT HAD THIS BREED BEFORE ( THEY REQUIRE PROFESSIONAL MONTHLY GROOMING ). IF INTERESTED GO TO WWW.K9CONNECTIONPETADOPTION.ORG AND FILL OUT THE ADOPTION APPLICATION FOR HER
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SUGAR RAY

Shih Tzu

Male, 1 yr 6 mos
Escondido, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
HELLO AND MEET SUGAR RAY, A VERY SWEET PUREBRED SHIHTZU THAT WAS BORN ON 8/19/23 HE IS THE SIBLING OF BROWN SUGAR AND SUGAR PLUM AND ONLY 10 POUNDS. HE IS THE SWEETEST AND NICEST BOY, READY TO CUDDLE AND ALWAYS READY FOR LOVE, PLAYFUL WITH HIS FOSTER SIBLINGS AND EASY GOING . HE WILL REQUIRE A HOME WITH A YARD, RETIRED OR WORKING FROM HOME PEOPLE AND A PERSON THAT HAD THIS BREED BEFORE ( THEY REQUIRE PROFESSIONAL MONTHLY GROOMING ). IF INTERESTED GO TO WWW.K9CONNECTIONPETADOPTION.ORG AND FILL OUT THE ADOPTION APPLICATION FOR HIM

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Pilot

Papillon Chihuahua

Male, Adult
San Diego, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Check Me out !Pilot is a little guy but has a lot of pep in his step.  He is active and loves to play.  He loves toys and wrestling with his foster brothers and sisters.  He gets along well with dogs off all sizes and cats!  He doesn't mind being picked up and is a perfect gentleman on a leash. He will cuddle you during a movie and sleep quietly next to you in bed. He would be best in an adults only home, as he prefers to play with his toys in peace. He loves toys, but doesn't like to share if he is focused on them.  If you are ready to meet your next family member, please submit an application through our website at https://amazingstraysrescue.rescuegroups.org/forms/form?formid=5860 His adoption fee of $495 covers his standard first year vaccinations, his microchip his neuter and the first dose of flea and tick prevention.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.January 27, 2025, 4:53 pm

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The Animal Pad - CA Chapter

San Diego, CA 92103

Pet Types: dogs

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9.5 miles

Animal Advocates of the US - San Diego Chapter

El Cajon, CA 92122

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

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16.2 miles

Second Leash on Life

San Diego, CA 92130

Pet Types: dogs

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16.2 miles

Thrive Animal Rescue, Inc.

13875 Old El Camino Real, San Diego, CA 92130

Pet Types: dogs

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16.6 miles

Born Again Animal Rescue

El Cajon, CA 92021

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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29.4 miles

K9 Connection Pet Re Homing and Adoption

Escondido, CA 92027

Pet Types: dogs

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35.2 miles

King of Hearts Foundation

p.o box 1822, Oceanside, CA 92049

Pet Types: dogs

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