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.
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Dark brown, tan, and cream. He is a playful and fun puppy.
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Cream and tan. Karter is loving and loves to interact with people.
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Solid white. Big black eyes. Sweet black nose, handsome playful little guy.
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Chcoolate eats makes this handsome playful little guy unique.
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Tri-colored handsome playful little guy.
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Chcoolate handsome playful little guy.
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Tan ears on this handsome playful little guy.
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Tan and cream with a playful and fun personality.
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Gordon is a sweet boy. He loves to be held and loved all the attention. Parents are awesome They are so Loving, Loyal and Smart. They are a great addition to the Family. They are great with kids and o
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Nice Male SHIH TZU MALE FOR SALE WITH FULL BREEDING RIGHTS. Mother and Dad 10 pounds, potty trained , eating. Good for your Breeding Program. Want to go to a good home, any Breeder interested contact
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Ally is black and white
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Ace is black and white
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Rylo is a black and white puppy.
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Ava is tan with a white chest.
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Remmy is a brown, black and white puppy.
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Ryder is a red and white puppy.
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🧙♀️✨ Meet Glinda ✨🧙♀️ 💖🤍 Sweet, gentle, and a little extra — just as Glinda should be 🤍💖 In true Glinda fashion, she made her entrance on her own schedule. Glinda was born 12/9 at 12:34 AM, weighing 5 oz, giving her a birthday all her own. She will be ready for her forever home at 8 weeks old, beginning February 3, 2026. 🌟 About Glinda: • Raised in-home with

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🐶✨ Meet Boq ✨🐶 🩷🖤 A little Wicked magic has arrived 🖤🩷 Born on 12/8 at 9:07 PM, weighing 5.6 oz, Boq is already stealing hearts. He will be ready to go home at 8 weeks old, beginning February 2, 2026. 🌟 About Boq: • Raised in-home with hands-on daily care • Started on Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS) • Started on Early Scent Introduction (ESI) • Well soc

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🧙♀️✨ Meet Elphi ✨🧙♀️ 💚🖤 A little Wicked magic wrapped in the sweetest girl 🖤💚 Elphi was born second on 12/8 at 9:32 PM, weighing 4.2 oz. She will be ready for her forever home at 8 weeks old, beginning February 2, 2026. 🌟 About Elphi: • Raised in-home with hands-on daily care • Started on Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS) • Started on Early Scent Introdu

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3 Shih Tzu puppies left out of this litter that will be ready for their new home between 2/9-2/23. They were born Dec. 29th. They are CKC registered and come with their papers. The black and white pup

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1 Shih Tzu puppies left out of this litter that is ready for his new home. He was born Dec. 29th. He is CKC registered and comes with his papers. Pickup location will be in Lesslie area of Rock Hill S

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3 Shih Tzu puppies left out of this litter that will be ready for their new home between 2/9-2/23. They were born Dec. 29th. They are CKC registered and come with their papers. The black and white pup

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Beautiful Shih Tzu Puppies Available We have a lovely Shih Tzu mother and father along with their 3 adorable puppies. Both parents are healthy, well cared for, and health tested, with gentle temperam

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Mork is a stunning tri colored male. We think he is his mommy’s favorite. He will mature into a gorgeous representation of the breed. We are hands on breeders raised in our home. These puppies will be

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Adorable Shih-Poo puppy looking for a loving home. She is a sweet, playful, and affectionate pup who does great with kids and loves being around people. She has a soft, low-shedding coat, making her a

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Ariel has a stunning rich color. We expect her to mature into a stunning representation of her breed. We are hands on breeders raised in our home. These puppies will be well socialized to children, an

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Scuttle is a tri colored brindle. has many champions in his bloodline. We expect him to mature into a stunning representation of his breed. We are hands on breeders raised in our home. These puppies w

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Loves to play and is very sociable, has had a very good health check. Will make a good friend, call or text us for appt!

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Loves to play and is very sociable, has had a very good health check. Will make a good friend, call or text us for appt!

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Sweet smart and fun

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Loves to play and is very sociable, has had a very good health check. Will make a good friend, call or text us for appt!

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Loves to play and is very sociable, has had a very good health check. Will make a good friend, call or text us for appt!

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She's Adorable, loving, affectionate, playful and quiet. She's friendly with people, kids, and other pets.

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Loves to play and is very sociable, has had a very good health check. Will make a good friend, call or text us for appt!

Shih Tzu
Loves to play and is very sociable, has had a very good health check. Will make a good friend, call or text us for appt!
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.