Calm Shih Tzu Puppies for sale in Lima, Ohio
24 Calm Shih Tzu Puppies for sale in Lima, Ohio
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.
Crystal
Check out our Teddy Bear puppies! Just in time for Christmas! These beautiful babies are so cute with their soft, brindle colored hair coat and a few have that pretty black mask like the Shih Tzu.
$600Crystal
Teddy Bear
Check out our Teddy Bear puppies! Just in time for Christmas! These beautiful babies are so cute with their soft, brindle colored hair coat and a few have that pretty black mask like the Shih Tzu.
Carol
Check out our Teddy Bear puppies! Just in time for Christmas! These beautiful babies are so cute with their soft, brindle colored hair coat and a few have that pretty black mask like the Shih Tzu. Thi
$600Carol
Teddy Bear
Check out our Teddy Bear puppies! Just in time for Christmas! These beautiful babies are so cute with their soft, brindle colored hair coat and a few have that pretty black mask like the Shih Tzu. Thi
Comet
Check out our Teddy Bear puppies! Just in time for Christmas! These beautiful babies are so cute with their soft, brindle colored hair coat and a few have that pretty black mask like the Shih Tzu.
$600Comet
Teddy Bear
Check out our Teddy Bear puppies! Just in time for Christmas! These beautiful babies are so cute with their soft, brindle colored hair coat and a few have that pretty black mask like the Shih Tzu.
Cookie
Check out our Teddy Bear puppies! Just in time for Christmas! These beautiful babies are so cute with their soft, brindle colored hair coat and a few have that pretty black mask like the Shih Tzu.
$600Cookie
Teddy Bear
Check out our Teddy Bear puppies! Just in time for Christmas! These beautiful babies are so cute with their soft, brindle colored hair coat and a few have that pretty black mask like the Shih Tzu.
Carter
This adorable happy little Shih-poo puppy is looking for his new forever home! Born on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, this baby is ready to go home now! The genetics of this puppy are amazing; he is intelligent and polite, and as an adult he will retain a cute, teddy bear like face (with the proper grooming). He has a calm, observant personality, enjoy snuggles, and has a quie
$775Carter
Shihpoo
This adorable happy little Shih-poo puppy is looking for his new forever home! Born on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, this baby is ready to go home now! The genetics of this puppy are amazing; he is intelligent and polite, and as an adult he will retain a cute, teddy bear like face (with the proper grooming). He has a calm, observant personality, enjoy snuggles, and has a quie
Sammy
Sammy comes from a litter out of our personal pet Pandora. The puppies are being played with by our children so they are very sociable. Parents are very calm and lovable. Will come with a health guarantee, up to date on vaccines, on a parasite program and micro chipped. Sunday calls or texts will be returned Monday. GOD BLESS
$650Sammy
Teddy Bear & Shih Tzu hybrid
Sammy comes from a litter out of our personal pet Pandora. The puppies are being played with by our children so they are very sociable. Parents are very calm and lovable. Will come with a health guarantee, up to date on vaccines, on a parasite program and micro chipped. Sunday calls or texts will be returned Monday. GOD BLESS
Penny
Penny comes from a litter out of our personal pet Pandora. The puppies are being played with by our children so they are very sociable. Parents are very calm and lovable. Will come with a health guarantee, up to date on vaccines, on a parasite program and micro chipped. Sunday calls or texts will be returned Monday. GOD BLESS
$650Penny
Teddy Bear & Shih Tzu hybrid
Penny comes from a litter out of our personal pet Pandora. The puppies are being played with by our children so they are very sociable. Parents are very calm and lovable. Will come with a health guarantee, up to date on vaccines, on a parasite program and micro chipped. Sunday calls or texts will be returned Monday. GOD BLESS
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
Janet
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
$700Janet
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
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
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
Hope
Meet Hope—a precious little ACA registered girl with the sweetest teddy-bear look and an even sweeter personality. She has a gentle, affectionate temperament and is sure to make a wonderful companion
$600Hope
Shih Tzu
Meet Hope—a precious little ACA registered girl with the sweetest teddy-bear look and an even sweeter personality. She has a gentle, affectionate temperament and is sure to make a wonderful companion
Hazel
Meet Hazel—a precious little ACA registered girl with the sweetest teddy-bear look and an even sweeter personality. She has a gentle, affectionate temperament and is sure to make a wonderful companion
$600Hazel
Shih Tzu
Meet Hazel—a precious little ACA registered girl with the sweetest teddy-bear look and an even sweeter personality. She has a gentle, affectionate temperament and is sure to make a wonderful companion
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
Lance
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.
$750Lance
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.
Hunter
Meet Hunter—a precious little ACA registered boy with the sweetest teddy-bear look and an even sweeter personality. He has a gentle, affectionate temperament and is sure to make a wonderful companion
$600Hunter
Shih Tzu
Meet Hunter—a precious little ACA registered boy with the sweetest teddy-bear look and an even sweeter personality. He has a gentle, affectionate temperament and is sure to make a wonderful companion
Howie
Meet Howie—a precious little ACA registered boy with the sweetest teddy-bear look and an even sweeter personality. He has a gentle, affectionate temperament and is sure to make a wonderful companion f
$600Howie
Shih Tzu
Meet Howie—a precious little ACA registered boy with the sweetest teddy-bear look and an even sweeter personality. He has a gentle, affectionate temperament and is sure to make a wonderful companion f
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
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
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.
Charlie
Charming ACA Shih Tzu Boy Ready for His Forever Home! Looking for a loyal companion with a heart-melting face? Meet our handsome white & brown Shih Tzu male, ACA registered and full of love! Male
$699Charlie
Shih Tzu
Charming ACA Shih Tzu Boy Ready for His Forever Home! Looking for a loyal companion with a heart-melting face? Meet our handsome white & brown Shih Tzu male, ACA registered and full of love! Male
Austin
PLEASE CALL (270)832-2457 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 no
$1,300Austin
Shihpoo
PLEASE CALL (270)832-2457 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 no
Antonio
PLEASE CALL (270)832-2457 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 wit
$750Antonio
Shihpoo
PLEASE CALL (270)832-2457 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 wit
Abilene
PLEASE CALL (270)832-2457 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 (270)832-2457 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.
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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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