Great Shih Tzu Puppies for sale in Arthur, Illinois
21 Great Shih Tzu Puppies for sale in Arthur, Illinois
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.
Bandit
Lively, adorable Shih Tzu pup; ACA registered and expected to be 9-11 pounds full grown. Loves exploring, tussling and causing mischief. Hypoallergenic, well suited to a semi-active, indoor lifestyle
$800Bandit
Shih Tzu
Lively, adorable Shih Tzu pup; ACA registered and expected to be 9-11 pounds full grown. Loves exploring, tussling and causing mischief. Hypoallergenic, well suited to a semi-active, indoor lifestyle
Duke
Meet Duke our handsome Shihpoo. He is such a great puppy already he is developing a wonderful personality. Full grown he is expected to be between 10-15 pounds. He will come all UTD on vaccinations and wormers. To set up a meet and greet or for more information contact Seth @ ************ . Please leave a voicemail and we will call back ASAP. Sunday calls will be returne
$450Duke
Shihpoo
Meet Duke our handsome Shihpoo. He is such a great puppy already he is developing a wonderful personality. Full grown he is expected to be between 10-15 pounds. He will come all UTD on vaccinations and wormers. To set up a meet and greet or for more information contact Seth @ ************ . Please leave a voicemail and we will call back ASAP. Sunday calls will be returne
Noah
Meet this charming male Shih Tzu puppy, ready to steal your heart! ❤️ Check out this precious little guy who comes with a one year health warranty and more happiness/joy/love than you can imagine! ✨ Breed: Purebred Shih Tzu ✨ Gender: Male ✨ Coat: Fluffy, hypoallergenic, and low-shedding ✨ Personality: Sweet, playful, cuddly, and great with kids and other pets! ✨ Health:
$1,199Noah
Shih Tzu
Meet this charming male Shih Tzu puppy, ready to steal your heart! ❤️ Check out this precious little guy who comes with a one year health warranty and more happiness/joy/love than you can imagine! ✨ Breed: Purebred Shih Tzu ✨ Gender: Male ✨ Coat: Fluffy, hypoallergenic, and low-shedding ✨ Personality: Sweet, playful, cuddly, and great with kids and other pets! ✨ Health:
Zoro
Meet this charming male Shih Tzu puppy, ready to steal your heart! ❤️ Check out this precious little guy who comes with a one year health warranty and more happiness/joy/love than you can imagine! ✨ Breed: Purebred Shih Tzu ✨ Gender: Male ✨ Coat: Fluffy, hypoallergenic, and low-shedding ✨ Personality: Sweet, playful, cuddly, and great with kids and other pets! ✨ Health:
$1,199Zoro
Shih Tzu
Meet this charming male Shih Tzu puppy, ready to steal your heart! ❤️ Check out this precious little guy who comes with a one year health warranty and more happiness/joy/love than you can imagine! ✨ Breed: Purebred Shih Tzu ✨ Gender: Male ✨ Coat: Fluffy, hypoallergenic, and low-shedding ✨ Personality: Sweet, playful, cuddly, and great with kids and other pets! ✨ Health:
Shih Tzu Puppy Stone
Meet this charming male Stone ACA Shih Tzu puppy, ready to steal your heart! ❤️ He will be ready for pickup by 12/5/25!! Please call to schedule an appointment to meet this cutie pie at ************ Check out this precious little guy who comes with a one year health warranty and more happiness/joy/love than you can imagine! ✨ Breed: Purebred Shih Tzu ✨ Gender: Male ✨
$1,699Shih Tzu Puppy Stone
Shih Tzu
Meet this charming male Stone ACA Shih Tzu puppy, ready to steal your heart! ❤️ He will be ready for pickup by 12/5/25!! Please call to schedule an appointment to meet this cutie pie at ************ Check out this precious little guy who comes with a one year health warranty and more happiness/joy/love than you can imagine! ✨ Breed: Purebred Shih Tzu ✨ Gender: Male ✨
Conner
Check out this sweet boy Conner who comes with a one year health warranty Meet this charming male Shih Tzu puppy, ready to steal your heart! ❤️ ✨ Breed: Purebred Shih Tzu ✨ Gender: Male ✨ Coat: Fluffy, hypoallergenic, and low-shedding ✨ Personality: Sweet, playful, cuddly, and great with kids and other pets! ✨ Health: Vet-checked, vaccinated, and dewormed ✨ Ready for a
$1,199Conner
Shih Tzu
Check out this sweet boy Conner who comes with a one year health warranty Meet this charming male Shih Tzu puppy, ready to steal your heart! ❤️ ✨ Breed: Purebred Shih Tzu ✨ Gender: Male ✨ Coat: Fluffy, hypoallergenic, and low-shedding ✨ Personality: Sweet, playful, cuddly, and great with kids and other pets! ✨ Health: Vet-checked, vaccinated, and dewormed ✨ Ready for a
Duke Majestic. Brindle Shih-tzu
Meet this charming male Shih Tzu puppy, ready to steal your heart! ❤️ Check out this precious little guy who comes with a one year health warranty and more happiness/joy/love than you can imagine! ✨ Breed: Purebred Shih Tzu ✨ Gender: Male ✨ Coat: Fluffy, hypoallergenic, and low-shedding ✨ Personality: Sweet, playful, cuddly, and great with kids and other pets! ✨ Health:
$1,299Duke Majestic. Brindle Shih-tzu
Shih Tzu
Meet this charming male Shih Tzu puppy, ready to steal your heart! ❤️ Check out this precious little guy who comes with a one year health warranty and more happiness/joy/love than you can imagine! ✨ Breed: Purebred Shih Tzu ✨ Gender: Male ✨ Coat: Fluffy, hypoallergenic, and low-shedding ✨ Personality: Sweet, playful, cuddly, and great with kids and other pets! ✨ Health:
Shih Tzu Puppy Toby
Meet this handsome male Toby ACA Shih Tzu puppy, ready to steal your heart! ❤️ He will be ready for pickup by 12/5/25!! Please call to schedule an appointment to meet this sweet boy at ************ Check out this precious little guy who comes with a one year health warranty and more happiness/joy/love than you can imagine! ✨ Breed: Purebred Shih Tzu ✨ Gender: Male ✨ C
$1,699Shih Tzu Puppy Toby
Shih Tzu
Meet this handsome male Toby ACA Shih Tzu puppy, ready to steal your heart! ❤️ He will be ready for pickup by 12/5/25!! Please call to schedule an appointment to meet this sweet boy at ************ Check out this precious little guy who comes with a one year health warranty and more happiness/joy/love than you can imagine! ✨ Breed: Purebred Shih Tzu ✨ Gender: Male ✨ C
Pansy
Pansy is super sweet and can’t wait to find her perfect match
$850Pansy
Shih Tzu
Pansy is super sweet and can’t wait to find her perfect match
Princess
Sweet and cuddly
$875Princess
Shih Tzu
Sweet and cuddly
Pepper
Charming and likes to show off his personality
$795Pepper
Shih Tzu
Charming and likes to show off his personality
Polly
Like a Polly pocket Polly will be able to cuddle up in your lap sweetness .
$875Polly
Shih Tzu
Like a Polly pocket Polly will be able to cuddle up in your lap sweetness .
Austin
PLEASE CALL ************ for information! Austin was discounted from $1400 to $1100 firm. Weight on 11/8/25 was 7 pounds. Austin is a friendly, handsome little first generation Shipoo, right n
$1,300Austin
Shihpoo
PLEASE CALL ************ for information! Austin was discounted from $1400 to $1100 firm. Weight on 11/8/25 was 7 pounds. Austin is a friendly, handsome little first generation Shipoo, right n
Finn
PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CALL US AT ************ Weight on 11/8/25 was 4 pounds!! Very short-bodies, stocky build. My husband's favorite! If he was was a female, we'd keep him for sure. Super sweet
$2,000Finn
Shih Tzu
PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CALL US AT ************ Weight on 11/8/25 was 4 pounds!! Very short-bodies, stocky build. My husband's favorite! If he was was a female, we'd keep him for sure. Super sweet
Victoria
This little girl is sweet and even tempered! She is 2nd generation Shipoo, she is 75% Shih-Tzu 25% Poodle. Her weight on 11/8/25 was 6.5 pounds. Amazing color since being groomed... the pictures do
$1,100Victoria
Shihpoo
This little girl is sweet and even tempered! She is 2nd generation Shipoo, she is 75% Shih-Tzu 25% Poodle. Her weight on 11/8/25 was 6.5 pounds. Amazing color since being groomed... the pictures do
Monty
This cute little guy is 2nd generation Shipoo "Monty", he is 75% Shih-Tzu 25% Poodle. He looks like a living Teddy Bear. Monty's price was just discounted on 10/23/2025 from $1500 to $1000. Monty
$1,000Monty
Shihpoo
This cute little guy is 2nd generation Shipoo "Monty", he is 75% Shih-Tzu 25% Poodle. He looks like a living Teddy Bear. Monty's price was just discounted on 10/23/2025 from $1500 to $1000. Monty
Super tiny Petey
IT'S ALWAYS BEST TO CALL US DIRECTLY FOR MORE INFORMATION! ************ This cute little guy is 2nd generation Shipoo "Petey", he is 75% Shih-Tzu 25% Poodle. Petey is a SPECIAL little guy. The l
$2,500Super tiny Petey
Shihpoo
IT'S ALWAYS BEST TO CALL US DIRECTLY FOR MORE INFORMATION! ************ This cute little guy is 2nd generation Shipoo "Petey", he is 75% Shih-Tzu 25% Poodle. Petey is a SPECIAL little guy. The l
Antonio
PLEASE CALL ************ for information! ATTENTION: Antonio was discounted from $1000 to $750 because he has a very small umbilical hernia. Most vets charge around $50 to repair it when done wi
$750Antonio
Shihpoo
PLEASE CALL ************ for information! ATTENTION: Antonio was discounted from $1000 to $750 because he has a very small umbilical hernia. Most vets charge around $50 to repair it when done wi
Abilene
PLEASE CALL ************ for information! Abiline's (AKA ABBY) price was just lowered from $1500 to $1300 firm. We like her. She can stay here. She is a very sweet and intelligent little girl.
$1,300Abilene
Shihpoo
PLEASE CALL ************ for information! Abiline's (AKA ABBY) price was just lowered from $1500 to $1300 firm. We like her. She can stay here. She is a very sweet and intelligent little girl.
Romeo
PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CALL US AT ************ Weight on 11/8/25 was 4.75 pounds. Romeo is out of TINY AKC dad Tater, and purebred Shih Tzu Annie. Both are very cute, tiny and flat faced, and they
$2,000Romeo
Shih Tzu
PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CALL US AT ************ Weight on 11/8/25 was 4.75 pounds. Romeo is out of TINY AKC dad Tater, and purebred Shih Tzu Annie. Both are very cute, tiny and flat faced, and they
Romeo
Very friendly small boy with great coloring
$1,500Romeo
Shih Tzu
Very friendly small boy with great coloring
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How much for a Shih Tzu puppy?
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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