Shih Tzu Puppies for sale in Rocky Mount, North Carolina
196 Shih Tzu Puppies for sale in Rocky Mount, North Carolina
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.
AKC Woody
Meet AKC Woody - Just reduced for Christmas - he is a very smart boy - such a sweetheart - Loves to cuddle and SOFT SOFT SOFT what a coat on this litter !!! Such adorable face. Very nice confirmation
$2,400AKC Woody
Shih Tzu
Meet AKC Woody - Just reduced for Christmas - he is a very smart boy - such a sweetheart - Loves to cuddle and SOFT SOFT SOFT what a coat on this litter !!! Such adorable face. Very nice confirmation
AKC Walker
Meet AKC Walker is a very smart boy - Just reduced for Christmas- Excellent Quality boy SOFT SOFT super plush - such a sweetheart Grand Championship bloodlines - very playful never meets a stranger li
$2,400AKC Walker
Shih Tzu
Meet AKC Walker is a very smart boy - Just reduced for Christmas- Excellent Quality boy SOFT SOFT super plush - such a sweetheart Grand Championship bloodlines - very playful never meets a stranger li
AKC Watson
Meet AKC Watson - just reduced for Christmas - He is a very smart boy - Grand Championship bloodlines - SOFT SOFT super thick true double coat - quality that shows through!! This little guy has a swee
$2,400AKC Watson
Shih Tzu
Meet AKC Watson - just reduced for Christmas - He is a very smart boy - Grand Championship bloodlines - SOFT SOFT super thick true double coat - quality that shows through!! This little guy has a swee
AKC Hope
Meet AKC Hope!!! A super sweet little lady. Absolutely loves to play and cuddle. Super thick coat. Nice short body beautiful confirmation and stance. Would make a wonderful Christmas surprise!! She ha
$2,650AKC Hope
Shih Tzu
Meet AKC Hope!!! A super sweet little lady. Absolutely loves to play and cuddle. Super thick coat. Nice short body beautiful confirmation and stance. Would make a wonderful Christmas surprise!! She ha
AKC Commet
Meet AKC Commet!!! A super sweet little man. Absolutely loves to play and cuddle. Super thick coat. Nice short body beautiful confirmation and stance. He has now received all of his puppy shots and ha
$2,300AKC Commet
Shih Tzu
Meet AKC Commet!!! A super sweet little man. Absolutely loves to play and cuddle. Super thick coat. Nice short body beautiful confirmation and stance. He has now received all of his puppy shots and ha
AKC Grace
Meet AKC Grace!! A super sweet little lady. Absolutely loves to play and cuddle. Super thick coat. Nice short body beautiful confirmation and stance. Would make a wonderful Christmas surprise!! She ha
$2,850AKC Grace
Shih Tzu
Meet AKC Grace!! A super sweet little lady. Absolutely loves to play and cuddle. Super thick coat. Nice short body beautiful confirmation and stance. Would make a wonderful Christmas surprise!! She ha
Harmony
Harmony is a gentle girl!
$899Harmony
Teddy Bear
Harmony is a gentle girl!
Gracie
Gracie's parents are 100% Genetically clear! She is the sweetest coal black puppy you will ever meet!
$1,100Gracie
Shih Tzu
Gracie's parents are 100% Genetically clear! She is the sweetest coal black puppy you will ever meet!
Harold
Harold is a male!
$899Harold
Teddy Bear
Harold is a male!
Hark
Hark is a friendly puppy!
$899Hark
Teddy Bear
Hark is a friendly puppy!
Holly
Holly is small and sweet!
$899Holly
Teddy Bear
Holly is small and sweet!
Forest
Forest is a friendly puppy!
$899Forest
Teddy Bear
Forest is a friendly puppy!
Frankie
Frankie is the smallest of his litter!
$899Frankie
Teddy Bear
Frankie is the smallest of his litter!
Feather
Feather is so soft!
$899Feather
Teddy Bear
Feather is so soft!
Fern
Fern is a beautiful girl!
$899Fern
Teddy Bear
Fern is a beautiful girl!
Sage
Are you looking for a wonderful, adorable, cuddly companion? If so, these Shih-Tzu puppies would be a great fit for you! These sweeties love to take naps and enjoy receiving lots of love and attention
$995Sage
Shih Tzu
Are you looking for a wonderful, adorable, cuddly companion? If so, these Shih-Tzu puppies would be a great fit for you! These sweeties love to take naps and enjoy receiving lots of love and attention
Salty
Are you looking for a wonderful, adorable, cuddly companion? If so, these Shih-Tzu puppies would be a great fit for you! These sweeties love to take naps and enjoy receiving lots of love and attention
$850Salty
Shih Tzu
Are you looking for a wonderful, adorable, cuddly companion? If so, these Shih-Tzu puppies would be a great fit for you! These sweeties love to take naps and enjoy receiving lots of love and attention
Starr
Starr is absolutely adorable with his fluffy coat and solemn eyes. He is sure to steal your heart! Starr is a bundle of energy and would love to become a part of your family!
$650Starr
Shih Tzu
Starr is absolutely adorable with his fluffy coat and solemn eyes. He is sure to steal your heart! Starr is a bundle of energy and would love to become a part of your family!
Sparkle
Live life with purpose and so much joy by adopting me into your family! Hi, I am a loyal, lovable Shih Tzu puppy who is on the lookout for my forever human best friend! Could that possibly be you? I a
$950Sparkle
Shih Tzu
Live life with purpose and so much joy by adopting me into your family! Hi, I am a loyal, lovable Shih Tzu puppy who is on the lookout for my forever human best friend! Could that possibly be you? I a
Fango
Fango is a lively little bundle with a white coat adorned by rich brown and black markings that make him look like a tiny work of art. His bright, curious eyes are always on the lookout for adventure,
$1,100Fango
Teddy Bear
Fango is a lively little bundle with a white coat adorned by rich brown and black markings that make him look like a tiny work of art. His bright, curious eyes are always on the lookout for adventure,
Snickers
Give me the chance to wiggle my way into your heart! Tis the season to spend time and joy with a puppy in your house! I have a puppy kiss just for you! Cute and friendly, with charming temperaments,
$800Snickers
Teddy Bear
Give me the chance to wiggle my way into your heart! Tis the season to spend time and joy with a puppy in your house! I have a puppy kiss just for you! Cute and friendly, with charming temperaments,
Snoopy
Its the most wonderful time of the year and its just about to get better by adding one of these fluffy puppies into your life! Our darling littler of Shih Tzu puppies have arrived just in time for Chr
$900Snoopy
Shih Tzu
Its the most wonderful time of the year and its just about to get better by adding one of these fluffy puppies into your life! Our darling littler of Shih Tzu puppies have arrived just in time for Chr
Star
Its the most wonderful time of the year and its just about to get better by adding one of these fluffy puppies into your life! Our darling littler of Shih Tzu puppies have arrived just in time for Chr
$900Star
Shih Tzu
Its the most wonderful time of the year and its just about to get better by adding one of these fluffy puppies into your life! Our darling littler of Shih Tzu puppies have arrived just in time for Chr
Sarge
Its the most wonderful time of the year and its just about to get better by adding one of these fluffy puppies into your life! Our darling littler of Shih Tzu puppies have arrived just in time for Chr
$900Sarge
Shih Tzu
Its the most wonderful time of the year and its just about to get better by adding one of these fluffy puppies into your life! Our darling littler of Shih Tzu puppies have arrived just in time for Chr
Jinko (Mini size)
Jinko is a charming little mini teddy bear puppy with a pure, creamy white coat that perfectly matches his bright and cheerful personality. Always curious about the world, he approaches every new toy,
$1,100Jinko (Mini size)
Teddy Bear
Jinko is a charming little mini teddy bear puppy with a pure, creamy white coat that perfectly matches his bright and cheerful personality. Always curious about the world, he approaches every new toy,
Licorice
Give me the chance to wiggle my way into your heart! Tis the season to spend time and joy with a puppy in your house! I have a puppy kiss just for you! Cute and friendly, with charming temperaments,
$700Licorice
Teddy Bear
Give me the chance to wiggle my way into your heart! Tis the season to spend time and joy with a puppy in your house! I have a puppy kiss just for you! Cute and friendly, with charming temperaments,
Hershey
Give me the chance to wiggle my way into your heart! Tis the season to spend time and joy with a puppy in your house! I have a puppy kiss just for you! Cute and friendly, with charming temperaments,
$800Hershey
Teddy Bear
Give me the chance to wiggle my way into your heart! Tis the season to spend time and joy with a puppy in your house! I have a puppy kiss just for you! Cute and friendly, with charming temperaments,
Milkyway
Looking forward to twinkling lights, Christmas music and all the pretty Christmas decorations as the holiday season arrives? Our precious littler of Shih Tzu puppies have arrived just in time for Chri
$900Milkyway
Shih Tzu
Looking forward to twinkling lights, Christmas music and all the pretty Christmas decorations as the holiday season arrives? Our precious littler of Shih Tzu puppies have arrived just in time for Chri
Mint
Looking forward to twinkling lights, Christmas music and all the pretty Christmas decorations as the holiday season arrives? Our precious littler of Shih Tzu puppies have arrived just in time for Chri
$900Mint
Shih Tzu
Looking forward to twinkling lights, Christmas music and all the pretty Christmas decorations as the holiday season arrives? Our precious littler of Shih Tzu puppies have arrived just in time for Chri
Sailor
Its the most wonderful time of the year and its just about to get better by adding one of these fluffy puppies into your life! Our darling littler of Shih Tzu puppies have arrived just in time for Chr
$900Sailor
Shih Tzu
Its the most wonderful time of the year and its just about to get better by adding one of these fluffy puppies into your life! Our darling littler of Shih Tzu puppies have arrived just in time for Chr
Lollipop
Give me the chance to wiggle my way into your heart! Tis the season to spend time and joy with a puppy in your house! I have a puppy kiss just for you! Cute and friendly, with charming temperaments,
$800Lollipop
Teddy Bear
Give me the chance to wiggle my way into your heart! Tis the season to spend time and joy with a puppy in your house! I have a puppy kiss just for you! Cute and friendly, with charming temperaments,
Candy Cane
Give me the chance to wiggle my way into your heart! Tis the season to spend time and joy with a puppy in your house! I have a puppy kiss just for you! Cute and friendly, with charming temperaments,
$700Candy Cane
Teddy Bear
Give me the chance to wiggle my way into your heart! Tis the season to spend time and joy with a puppy in your house! I have a puppy kiss just for you! Cute and friendly, with charming temperaments,
Moose Tracks
Looking forward to twinkling lights, Christmas music and all the pretty Christmas decorations as the holiday season arrives? Our precious littler of Shih Tzu puppies have arrived just in time for Chri
$900Moose Tracks
Shih Tzu
Looking forward to twinkling lights, Christmas music and all the pretty Christmas decorations as the holiday season arrives? Our precious littler of Shih Tzu puppies have arrived just in time for Chri
Molasses
Looking forward to twinkling lights, Christmas music and all the pretty Christmas decorations as the holiday season arrives? Our precious littler of Shih Tzu puppies have arrived just in time for Chri
$900Molasses
Shih Tzu
Looking forward to twinkling lights, Christmas music and all the pretty Christmas decorations as the holiday season arrives? Our precious littler of Shih Tzu puppies have arrived just in time for Chri
Merry
Are you looking for a cuddly new best friend with four paws, bright puppy eyes and a friendly personality? Well youve just stumbled across what might be your dream come true! Meet these adorable Shih-
$995Merry
Shih Tzu
Are you looking for a cuddly new best friend with four paws, bright puppy eyes and a friendly personality? Well youve just stumbled across what might be your dream come true! Meet these adorable Shih-
Eve
Are you looking for a cuddly new best friend with four paws, bright puppy eyes and a friendly personality? Well youve just stumbled across what might be your dream come true! Meet these adorable Shih-
$995Eve
Shih Tzu
Are you looking for a cuddly new best friend with four paws, bright puppy eyes and a friendly personality? Well youve just stumbled across what might be your dream come true! Meet these adorable Shih-
Forest
These bubbly, social and lively these Shih Tzu mix puppies are in search of their forever family and home! They have the most delightful, playful and affectionate personalities anyone could ask for in
$500Forest
Shih Tzu & Other breed hybrid
These bubbly, social and lively these Shih Tzu mix puppies are in search of their forever family and home! They have the most delightful, playful and affectionate personalities anyone could ask for in
Snowball
Are you looking for a cuddly new best friend with four paws, bright puppy eyes and a friendly personality? Well youve just stumbled across what might be your dream come true! Meet these adorable Shih-
$995Snowball
Shih Tzu
Are you looking for a cuddly new best friend with four paws, bright puppy eyes and a friendly personality? Well youve just stumbled across what might be your dream come true! Meet these adorable Shih-
Ceder
These bubbly, social and lively these Shih Tzu mix puppies are in search of their forever family and home! They have the most delightful, playful and affectionate personalities anyone could ask for in
$500Ceder
Shih Tzu & Other breed hybrid
These bubbly, social and lively these Shih Tzu mix puppies are in search of their forever family and home! They have the most delightful, playful and affectionate personalities anyone could ask for in
Holiday
Are you looking for a cuddly new best friend with four paws, bright puppy eyes and a friendly personality? Well youve just stumbled across what might be your dream come true! Meet these adorable Shih-
$995Holiday
Shih Tzu
Are you looking for a cuddly new best friend with four paws, bright puppy eyes and a friendly personality? Well youve just stumbled across what might be your dream come true! Meet these adorable Shih-
Rudolph
Are you looking for a cuddly new best friend with four paws, bright puppy eyes and a friendly personality? Well youve just stumbled across what might be your dream come true! Meet these adorable Shih-
$995Rudolph
Shih Tzu
Are you looking for a cuddly new best friend with four paws, bright puppy eyes and a friendly personality? Well youve just stumbled across what might be your dream come true! Meet these adorable Shih-
Hero
Bright eyes, fur as soft and fluffy as a cloud and the sweetest personality! What more could you possibly ask for in a puppy? These adorable Shih Tzu puppies are sure to steal your heart the moment yo
$695Hero
Shih Tzu
Bright eyes, fur as soft and fluffy as a cloud and the sweetest personality! What more could you possibly ask for in a puppy? These adorable Shih Tzu puppies are sure to steal your heart the moment yo
FAQs
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.
Is a Shih Tzu a good house dog?
Are Shih Tzus hard to train?
What are the pros and cons of a Shih Tzu?
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