Shih Tzu Puppies for sale in Ava, Illinois
109 Shih Tzu Puppies for sale in Ava, 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.
Stella
Meet our delightful Teddy Bear puppies! These charming pups are thriving in our home as they prepare for their forever families. They are learning to eat solid food, play tug, and enjoy playing with their siblings. Naturally friendly and well-socialized, they’re eager to find a loving household where they can truly live their forever life. Teddy Bear puppies are reno
$999Stella
Teddy Bear
Meet our delightful Teddy Bear puppies! These charming pups are thriving in our home as they prepare for their forever families. They are learning to eat solid food, play tug, and enjoy playing with their siblings. Naturally friendly and well-socialized, they’re eager to find a loving household where they can truly live their forever life. Teddy Bear puppies are reno
Sally
Meet our delightful Teddy Bear puppies! These charming pups are thriving in our home as they prepare for their forever families. They are learning to eat solid food, play tug, and enjoy playing with their siblings. Naturally friendly and well-socialized, they’re eager to find a loving household where they can truly live their forever life. Teddy Bear puppies are reno
$999Sally
Teddy Bear
Meet our delightful Teddy Bear puppies! These charming pups are thriving in our home as they prepare for their forever families. They are learning to eat solid food, play tug, and enjoy playing with their siblings. Naturally friendly and well-socialized, they’re eager to find a loving household where they can truly live their forever life. Teddy Bear puppies are reno
Snowy
Meet our delightful Teddy Bear puppies! These charming pups are thriving in our home as they prepare for their forever families. They are learning to eat solid food, play tug, and enjoy playing with their siblings. Naturally friendly and well-socialized, they’re eager to find a loving household where they can truly live their forever life. Teddy Bear puppies are reno
$999Snowy
Teddy Bear
Meet our delightful Teddy Bear puppies! These charming pups are thriving in our home as they prepare for their forever families. They are learning to eat solid food, play tug, and enjoy playing with their siblings. Naturally friendly and well-socialized, they’re eager to find a loving household where they can truly live their forever life. Teddy Bear puppies are reno
Sammy
Meet our delightful Teddy Bear puppies! These charming pups are thriving in our home as they prepare for their forever families. They are learning to eat solid food, play tug, and enjoy playing with their siblings. Naturally friendly and well-socialized, they’re eager to find a loving household where they can truly live their forever life. Teddy Bear puppies are reno
$999Sammy
Teddy Bear
Meet our delightful Teddy Bear puppies! These charming pups are thriving in our home as they prepare for their forever families. They are learning to eat solid food, play tug, and enjoy playing with their siblings. Naturally friendly and well-socialized, they’re eager to find a loving household where they can truly live their forever life. Teddy Bear puppies are reno
Sara
Meet our delightful Teddy Bear puppies! These charming pups are thriving in our home as they prepare for their forever families. They are learning to eat solid food, play tug, and enjoy playing with their siblings. Naturally friendly and well-socialized, they’re eager to find a loving household where they can truly live their forever life. Teddy Bear puppies are reno
$999Sara
Teddy Bear
Meet our delightful Teddy Bear puppies! These charming pups are thriving in our home as they prepare for their forever families. They are learning to eat solid food, play tug, and enjoy playing with their siblings. Naturally friendly and well-socialized, they’re eager to find a loving household where they can truly live their forever life. Teddy Bear puppies are reno
PRECIOUS
Check out our reviews from previous adoptive families. Deposits via Venmo only. Cash or Venmo at pickup. They don’t get any cuter than this litter of ShihPoos. Mom is a chocolate and white Shih Tzu that weighs 15 pounds and dad is a red mini poodle weighing 12 pounds. Mature weight is in that range. Pups are vet checked healthy and had their first puppy shot and routine
$650PRECIOUS
Shihpoo
Check out our reviews from previous adoptive families. Deposits via Venmo only. Cash or Venmo at pickup. They don’t get any cuter than this litter of ShihPoos. Mom is a chocolate and white Shih Tzu that weighs 15 pounds and dad is a red mini poodle weighing 12 pounds. Mature weight is in that range. Pups are vet checked healthy and had their first puppy shot and routine
Charlie
Why Charlie the Shih Tzu is Perfect for You Introducing Charlie, an adorable AKC registered Shih Tzu puppy who is ready to bring joy, love, and loyalty into your home. With his charming personality, e
$1,000Charlie
Shih Tzu
Why Charlie the Shih Tzu is Perfect for You Introducing Charlie, an adorable AKC registered Shih Tzu puppy who is ready to bring joy, love, and loyalty into your home. With his charming personality, e
Cash
Why Cash the Shih Tzu is Perfect for You Introducing Cash, an adorable AKC registered Shih Tzu puppy who is ready to bring joy, love, and loyalty into your home. With his charming personality, excelle
$1,000Cash
Shih Tzu
Why Cash the Shih Tzu is Perfect for You Introducing Cash, an adorable AKC registered Shih Tzu puppy who is ready to bring joy, love, and loyalty into your home. With his charming personality, excelle
Mason
🐾 Meet Mason This adorable Shiweenie (Shih Tzu x Miniature Dachshund) isn’t just a puppy—he’s a loyal, affectionate companion ready to capture your heart. With his bright eyes, soft coat, and playful
$900Mason
Shih Tzu & Miniature Dachshund hybrid
🐾 Meet Mason This adorable Shiweenie (Shih Tzu x Miniature Dachshund) isn’t just a puppy—he’s a loyal, affectionate companion ready to capture your heart. With his bright eyes, soft coat, and playful
Dove
Dove is an adorable female liver and white Shih Tzu with a charming personality. Her coat features a lovely blend of rich liver brown and crisp white, giving her a distinctive appearance. Dove's face
$2,350Dove
Shih Tzu
Dove is an adorable female liver and white Shih Tzu with a charming personality. Her coat features a lovely blend of rich liver brown and crisp white, giving her a distinctive appearance. Dove's face
Max
🐾 Meet Max This adorable Shiweenie (Shih Tzu x Miniature Dachshund) isn’t just a puppy—he’s a loyal, affectionate companion ready to capture your heart. With his soulful eyes, soft coat, and lively p
$900Max
Shih Tzu & Miniature Dachshund hybrid
🐾 Meet Max This adorable Shiweenie (Shih Tzu x Miniature Dachshund) isn’t just a puppy—he’s a loyal, affectionate companion ready to capture your heart. With his soulful eyes, soft coat, and lively p
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
Bear
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
$800Bear
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
Kim
Meet our precious ACA-registered Shih Tzu puppies, a delightful combination of charm, affection, and playful spirit! These adorable little fluffballs are known for their sweet, loving personalities an
$700Kim
Shih Tzu
Meet our precious ACA-registered Shih Tzu puppies, a delightful combination of charm, affection, and playful spirit! These adorable little fluffballs are known for their sweet, loving personalities an
Keturah
Keturah is well socialized and loves to play, cuddle, and sleep. She is a calm and easy going puppy. Family raised with lots of love. Up to date on shots and deworming. Vet checked. Pure Breed but
$600Keturah
Shih Tzu
Keturah is well socialized and loves to play, cuddle, and sleep. She is a calm and easy going puppy. Family raised with lots of love. Up to date on shots and deworming. Vet checked. Pure Breed but
Jude
This fluffy boy is full of curiosity and love. Family raised with lots of love. Up to date on shots and deworming. Vet checked. Pure Breed but not registered. Shipping can be arranged for additional c
$400Jude
Shih Tzu
This fluffy boy is full of curiosity and love. Family raised with lots of love. Up to date on shots and deworming. Vet checked. Pure Breed but not registered. Shipping can be arranged for additional c
Jillian
Hello from our adorable Shih Tzu puppies! This charming and affectionate breed is known for its gentle nature, loving personality, and irresistible teddy bear face. Our little sweethearts are raised w
$700Jillian
Shih Tzu
Hello from our adorable Shih Tzu puppies! This charming and affectionate breed is known for its gentle nature, loving personality, and irresistible teddy bear face. Our little sweethearts are raised w
Lanelle
Lanella is a sweet girl who is full of energy, and loves to check out her world. Well socialized, raised with lots of love on a small farm. Up to date on shots and deworming. At 8 weeks she weighs
$600Lanelle
Shih Tzu
Lanella is a sweet girl who is full of energy, and loves to check out her world. Well socialized, raised with lots of love on a small farm. Up to date on shots and deworming. At 8 weeks she weighs
Jewel
Hello from our adorable Shih Tzu puppies! This charming and affectionate breed is known for its gentle nature, loving personality, and irresistible teddy bear face. Our little sweethearts are raised w
$900Jewel
Shih Tzu
Hello from our adorable Shih Tzu puppies! This charming and affectionate breed is known for its gentle nature, loving personality, and irresistible teddy bear face. Our little sweethearts are raised w
Lanae
Lanae is curious and enjoys investigating her world. Well socialized, raised with lots of love on a small farm. Up to date on shots and deworming. At 8 weeks she weighs 2.5# and is expected to be 6
$750Lanae
Shorkie
Lanae is curious and enjoys investigating her world. Well socialized, raised with lots of love on a small farm. Up to date on shots and deworming. At 8 weeks she weighs 2.5# and is expected to be 6
Lanceton
Lanceton is a sweet boy who loves to play, and loves to cuddle. Well socialized, raised with lots of love on a small farm. Up to date on shots and deworming. At 8 weeks he weighs 3# and is expected
$600Lanceton
Shih Tzu
Lanceton is a sweet boy who loves to play, and loves to cuddle. Well socialized, raised with lots of love on a small farm. Up to date on shots and deworming. At 8 weeks he weighs 3# and is expected
Lynette
Lynette is a little timid, but she is a happy puppy and loves to cuddle. Well socialized, raised with lots of love on a small farm. Up to date on shots and deworming. At 8 weeks she weighs 2.5# and
$750Lynette
Shorkie
Lynette is a little timid, but she is a happy puppy and loves to cuddle. Well socialized, raised with lots of love on a small farm. Up to date on shots and deworming. At 8 weeks she weighs 2.5# and
Lanetta
Lanetta is a sweet girl who loves to play and check out her world. Well socialized, raised with lots of love on a small farm. Up to date on shots and deworming. At 8 weeks he weighs 3# and is expec
$600Lanetta
Shih Tzu
Lanetta is a sweet girl who loves to play and check out her world. Well socialized, raised with lots of love on a small farm. Up to date on shots and deworming. At 8 weeks he weighs 3# and is expec
Skylar
Skylar is a beautiful Blue tri-colored girl. She is super sweet and playful. AKC registered. Puppies are raised in our home. They are all current on vaccinations and deworming. $1000 Delivery is ava
$1,000Skylar
Shih Tzu
Skylar is a beautiful Blue tri-colored girl. She is super sweet and playful. AKC registered. Puppies are raised in our home. They are all current on vaccinations and deworming. $1000 Delivery is ava
Landon
Landon is a calm and snuggly guy. Well socialized, raised with lots of love on a small farm. Up to date on shots and deworming. At 8 weeks he weighs 3# and is expected to be 7-8# when full grown.
$750Landon
Shorkie
Landon is a calm and snuggly guy. Well socialized, raised with lots of love on a small farm. Up to date on shots and deworming. At 8 weeks he weighs 3# and is expected to be 7-8# when full grown.
Chase
Mom's information: Toy Poodle weight- 8 pounds color: Apricot Dad's information: Shih Tzu weight- 4.5pounds color: Red and white Puppy's color- Apricot Needing some cuddles and puppy
$1,800Chase
Shihpoo
Mom's information: Toy Poodle weight- 8 pounds color: Apricot Dad's information: Shih Tzu weight- 4.5pounds color: Red and white Puppy's color- Apricot Needing some cuddles and puppy
Shandy
Mother's weight - 10 pounds Mother's color- Chocolate brindle OFA clear eyes Father's weight - 13 pounds Father's color- White OFA clear eyes, heart, hips Meet Shandy, a dainty and feminine li
$1,700Shandy
Shih Tzu
Mother's weight - 10 pounds Mother's color- Chocolate brindle OFA clear eyes Father's weight - 13 pounds Father's color- White OFA clear eyes, heart, hips Meet Shandy, a dainty and feminine li
Shep
Mother's weight - 10 pounds Mother's color- Chocolate brindle OFA clear eyes Father's weight - 13 pounds Father's color- White OFA clear eyes, heart, hips Frogs and snails and puppydog tails..
$1,700Shep
Shih Tzu
Mother's weight - 10 pounds Mother's color- Chocolate brindle OFA clear eyes Father's weight - 13 pounds Father's color- White OFA clear eyes, heart, hips Frogs and snails and puppydog tails..
Shaina
Mother's weight - 10 pounds Mother's color- Chocolate brindle OFA clear eyes Father's weight - 13 pounds Father's color- White OFA clear eyes, heart, hips Shaina is a little cuddlebug, and she
$1,700Shaina
Shih Tzu
Mother's weight - 10 pounds Mother's color- Chocolate brindle OFA clear eyes Father's weight - 13 pounds Father's color- White OFA clear eyes, heart, hips Shaina is a little cuddlebug, and she
Oliver
This darling F1 Shichon puppy is sure to capture your heart! Comes with a one-year genetic health guarantee, a vet-issued health certificate, and is up-to-date on vaccinations and deworming. Call Paul
$550Oliver
Teddy Bear
This darling F1 Shichon puppy is sure to capture your heart! Comes with a one-year genetic health guarantee, a vet-issued health certificate, and is up-to-date on vaccinations and deworming. Call Paul
Bud
Mother's weight - 13 pounds Mother's color- White with cream OFA clear eyes Father's weight - 13 pounds Father's color- White OFA clear eyes, heart, hips Bud is a handsome little lad who is a
$1,700Bud
Shih Tzu
Mother's weight - 13 pounds Mother's color- White with cream OFA clear eyes Father's weight - 13 pounds Father's color- White OFA clear eyes, heart, hips Bud is a handsome little lad who is a
Pansy
Mother's weight - 13 pounds Mother's color- White with cream OFA clear eyes Father's weight - 13 pounds Father's color- White OFA clear eyes, heart, hips Meet tiny little Pansy, an adorable bu
$1,700Pansy
Shih Tzu
Mother's weight - 13 pounds Mother's color- White with cream OFA clear eyes Father's weight - 13 pounds Father's color- White OFA clear eyes, heart, hips Meet tiny little Pansy, an adorable bu
Calab
Hello! I would like you to meet Calab! Thank you for stopping by and checking out our eye catching pups! These Yorkshire Terrier puppies are very playful and they have lots of energy! They are bright
$795Calab
Shih Tzu
Hello! I would like you to meet Calab! Thank you for stopping by and checking out our eye catching pups! These Yorkshire Terrier puppies are very playful and they have lots of energy! They are bright
Cameron
Hello! I would like you to meet Cameron! Thank you for stopping by and checking out our eye catching pups! These Yorkshire Terrier puppies are very playful and they have lots of energy! They are brigh
$795Cameron
Shih Tzu
Hello! I would like you to meet Cameron! Thank you for stopping by and checking out our eye catching pups! These Yorkshire Terrier puppies are very playful and they have lots of energy! They are brigh
Carla
Hello! I would like you to meet Carla! Thank you for stopping by and checking out our eye catching pups! These Yorkshire Terrier puppies are very playful and they have lots of energy! They are bright
$795Carla
Shih Tzu
Hello! I would like you to meet Carla! Thank you for stopping by and checking out our eye catching pups! These Yorkshire Terrier puppies are very playful and they have lots of energy! They are bright
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 .
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
Kayla
Hello! I would like you to meet Kayla! Thank you for stopping by and checking out our eye catching pups! These Yorkshire Terrier puppies are very playful and they have lots of energy! They are bright
$795Kayla
Shih Tzu
Hello! I would like you to meet Kayla! Thank you for stopping by and checking out our eye catching pups! These Yorkshire Terrier puppies are very playful and they have lots of energy! They are bright
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
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 a
$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 a
Gregory
CHRISTMAS SALE!!! Gregory is a dark brown shih-poo that is energetic and full of spunk. He is super playful and loves cuddles. He loves A Shih-poo is a cross between a Shih Tzu and a Poodle, known for being a small, affectionate, and playful companion dog. They are typically low-shedding but require significant grooming, including daily brushing and regular professional tr
$400Gregory
Shihpoo
CHRISTMAS SALE!!! Gregory is a dark brown shih-poo that is energetic and full of spunk. He is super playful and loves cuddles. He loves A Shih-poo is a cross between a Shih Tzu and a Poodle, known for being a small, affectionate, and playful companion dog. They are typically low-shedding but require significant grooming, including daily brushing and regular professional tr
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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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