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Shih Tzu puppies and dogs in Santa Maria, California

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These Shih Tzus are available in Santa Maria, California.
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Sammy

Shih Tzu

Male, Adult
Santa Maria, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
We adopted Sammy from the Santa Barbara Humane Society in 2017 and he was around 2 years old (he is now around 9 years old). Sammy is a Shih Tzu mix and is about 14 lbs. We have two kids and another dog, and we have had no issues with his personality. Sammy loves to cuddle up on the couch and sleep. Within the last year Sammy has started to have a bit of anxiety, and he has started to dig in our yard and has been able to escape multiple times into the neighbor's yard. Our neighbor has been complaining, and we tried to fix the fences and block it however he is a talented digger lol. He also was fully potty trained however he started to pee in the house. It started with just a little marking and now it is everywhere every single day. My husband and I are gone all day with work and kids sports and we feel he is anxious and would benefit from a home that had an owner home more often. when we are home, he is completely fine. It hurts my heart, but he would be happier.

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Noelani

Shih Tzu Maltese

Female, 1 yr
Santa Maria, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats,
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These Shih Tzus are available for adoption close to Santa Maria, California.
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Sammy

Shih Tzu

Male, Adult
Santa Maria, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
We adopted Sammy from the Santa Barbara Humane Society in 2017 and he was around 2 years old (he is now around 9 years old). Sammy is a Shih Tzu mix and is about 14 lbs. We have two kids and another dog, and we have had no issues with his personality. Sammy loves to cuddle up on the couch and sleep. Within the last year Sammy has started to have a bit of anxiety, and he has started to dig in our yard and has been able to escape multiple times into the neighbor's yard. Our neighbor has been complaining, and we tried to fix the fences and block it however he is a talented digger lol. He also was fully potty trained however he started to pee in the house. It started with just a little marking and now it is everywhere every single day. My husband and I are gone all day with work and kids sports and we feel he is anxious and would benefit from a home that had an owner home more often. when we are home, he is completely fine. It hurts my heart, but he would be happier.

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Noelani

Shih Tzu Maltese

Female, 1 yr
Santa Maria, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats,
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Peter

Shih Tzu Maltese

Male, 8 mos
Santa Barbara, 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, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Peter, the charming shitzu pug male puppy who perfectly balances sweetness and smarts! While he may be a bit submissive to his lively sisters, his intelligence shines through with excellent recall. Peter is pee pad and crate trained, making him a well-mannered addition to any home. His gentle demeanor and playful nature make him an ideal companion.

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Paula

Shih Tzu Maltese

Female, 8 mos
Santa Barbara, 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, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Paula is extremely outgoing, sweet, and is both crate and p pad trained. She would thrive in a home with another tiny breed dog or a companion dog to play with.

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Dolly

Shih Tzu Maltese

Female, Young
Santa Barbara, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Ranger

Shih Tzu Pekingese

Male, Senior
Creston, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Ranger is in kidney failure and thus a hospice dog who wets his beds....:(

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Shih Tzu shelters & rescues in Santa Maria, California

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Shelter

7.8 miles

Santa Barbara Humane, Santa Maria Campus

1687 W. Stowell Rd, Santa Maria, CA 93458

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

42.5 miles

Spark Rescue Santa Barbara

PO Box 8445, Santa Barbara, CA 93118

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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43.8 miles

Meade Canine Rescue

P.O. Box 252, Creston, CA 93432

Pet Types: cats, 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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