Brown Shih Tzu Puppies for sale
The Shih Tzu, which translates to "Little Lion Dog" as an homage to their long, silky coat resembling a mane, is an ancient breed with origins that genetic testing has proven date back centuries, possibly to Tibet where lamas bred them to replicate tiny lions. The breed developed its modern form in China during the late 1800s where it was bred for a more stylized appearance and used as companions and guard dogs dating as far back as the first century. The Shih Tzu suffered significant decline after imperial rule ended in China and faced another setback during World War II, but breeding picked up in the 1950s and 60s, leading to recognition by the American Kennel Club in 1969. These dogs are longer than they are tall with heavily feathered ears that hang low, and hair that often hangs in front of their eyes and muzzle which owners frequently style into top knots.
Lively, alert, and loyal, Shih Tzus are affectionate companions with fun and mischievous personalities who love being around their people and are content doing anything with family members, from woodland walks to couch relaxation. Friendly and approachable around strangers, they tend to do well with children and other dogs when properly socialized, though training may require patience and extra time due to their occasional mischievous streak. Bred as house companions, these dogs get their energy out in short bursts during playtime and enjoy short walks and indoor games, with insufficient playtime potentially leading to destructive behavior. Their long, silky coat requires daily brushing and regular grooming trips to prevent matting, with many owners opting for shorter clips for easier maintenance, though their low-shedding coat makes them considered hypoallergenic despite having dander.
Brownie
Shih Tzu
Bouncy and playful, cuddly and cute! Our adorable Shih Tzu puppies are sure to steal your heart the moment you lay eyes on them. Their bright, intelligent eyes, soft fluffy coats, and cute button nose
Annie Sweet Little Shihtzu Puppy
Shih Tzu
Gorgeous Female Shih Tzu Puppy – Ready for Her Forever Home! Adorable Little Shih Tzu Annie Available! Meet our sweet little female Annie, a bundle of love wrapped in soft brown and white fur! ✨ F
Linus
Shih Tzu
Meet these darling little Shih Tzu puppies!!! They are each a bundle of fluffy fur and puppy cuteness and are in search of their forever family and home! They have gentle, affectionate, playful person
Liberty
Shih Tzu
Meet these darling little Shih Tzu puppies!!! They are each a bundle of fluffy fur and puppy cuteness and are in search of their forever family and home! They have gentle, affectionate, playful person
Lancelot
Shih Tzu
Meet these darling little Shih Tzu puppies!!! They are each a bundle of fluffy fur and puppy cuteness and are in search of their forever family and home! They have gentle, affectionate, playful person
Cooper
Shih Tzu
Meet Cooper, a fun-loving shih tzu pup-- he's incredibly sweet, snuggly, playful and friendly. He carries a beautiful brown with white coat. His mother is a 12 pound shih tzu and father is a 10 pound
Dahlia
Shih Tzu
Meet Dahlia, a fun-loving shih tzu pup-- she's incredibly sweet, snuggly, playful and laid back. She carries a beautiful brown coat with some black markings. Her mother is a 10 pound shih tzu and fath
Marigold
Shih Tzu
Meet Marigold, a fun-loving shih tzu pup-- she's incredibly sweet, snuggly, playful and charming. She carries a beautiful brown coat with some white and black markings. Her mother is a 10 pound shih t
Daisy
Shih Tzu
Meet Daisy, a fun-loving shih tzu pup-- she's incredibly sweet, snuggly, playful and friendly. She carries a beautiful brown coat with some white and black markings. Her mother is a 10 pound shih tzu
Lily
Shih Tzu
Meet Lily, a fun-loving shih tzu pup-- she's incredibly sweet, snuggly, playful and carefree. She carries a beautiful brown coat with some white and black markings. Her mother is a 10 pound shih tzu a
Sunflower
Shih Tzu
Meet Sunflower, a fun-loving shih tzu pup-- she's incredibly sweet, snuggly, playful and content. She carries a beautiful brown coat with some black markings. Her mother is a 10 pound shih tzu and fat
9Louie
Shih Tzu
Super chill and calm. He is the sweetest little love bug!!! Size doesnt matter when it comes to big L. He plays runs and jumps right along with his brothers. He is the biggest out of the bunch. He is
4Sabbath
Shih Tzu
Sweet little brown/black/white boy born 4/10/26 at 6:16am weighing 8.45oz.
8Mini
Shih Tzu
Mini is a little pup with a big personality. She is tiny but that doesnt slow her down. She is the runt of the litter. She runs plays jumps and wrestles her brothers! She is feisty but oh sooooo sweet
8Spot
Shih Tzu
Spot is full of energy! He loves antagonizing his siblings to get them to play, its really the cutest thing ever. He looks just like Louie, except he has a white patch right by his tail thats how we t
4Blusito
Shih Tzu
Blusito is white with black patches and brown eyes. He loves to sleep and is the calmest of the litter. He loves to lay with his mom and play with his sisters. He looks almost exactly like his father.
8Onyx
Shih Tzu
Onyx is a little ball of fun!! He is a talker for sure. He loves playing and wrestling with his brothers. Snack time is one of his favorite times of the day!! Second to that would be cuddle time. He i
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The average cost of a purebred Shih Tzu puppy in the United States is approximately $1256, though prices can vary based on factors such as pedigree, breeder reputation, and location.
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