The Shih-Poo — also known as the Shih Tzu x Poodle, Shipoo, Shi-Poo, Shihpooh, or Shipooh — is a popular designer crossbreed that combines the affectionate nature of the Shih Tzu with the intelligence and low-shedding coat of the Miniature or Toy Poodle. Small, friendly, and full of charm, Shih-Poos make wonderful companions for families and individuals alike. Their gentle disposition and playful energy make them especially well-suited for homes with children or those looking for a cuddly lap dog.
Developed in the United States during the rise of designer dog breeding in the 1980s and 90s, the Shih-Poo was created to capture the best traits of its parent breeds — the Shih Tzu’s loving temperament and the Poodle’s smarts and hypoallergenic coat. These adorable dogs can have curly or silky fur of varying lengths and colors, and their expressive eyes and round faces only add to their appeal. Shih-Poos are affectionate and social, often following their owners from room to room, though some may be a bit shy around new people. They thrive on companionship, moderate daily exercise, and interactive playtime. Grooming is essential to prevent tangles and mats, with daily brushing and regular trims recommended. Low-shedding and hypoallergenic, the Shih-Poo is an ideal choice for allergy sufferers seeking a loving, intelligent, and low-maintenance companion.

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Boy #1 is a Shihpoo puppy. -LancasterPuppies

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Boy #2 is a Shihpoo puppy. -LancasterPuppies
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🐾 Her Unique Traits She has such a sweet and special personality! She is calm and affectionate, but still playful and curious when she’s ready to have fun. One of her favorite things is being held a
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All black Shihpoo Hint of white on chest Big personality Expect to be small Dad weighs 8 pounds Mom weighs 6 pounds
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All black Shihpoo White chest Big personality Expect to be small Dad weighs 8 pounds Mom weighs 6 pounds
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Tiny bodies, BIG personalities, and enough cuteness to cause poor decision-making. 😂💕 Meet Lulu, Piper & Theo, our adorable little Shihpoo trio! These babies were born June 14th to our sweet 8-lb m
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He is the smallest out of his litter. He is learning and adapting to the world very quickly. His current coat colors are black, white, brown and tan.
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White with light brown ears
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Tiny bodies, BIG personalities, and enough cuteness to cause poor decision-making. 😂💕 Meet Lulu, Piper & Theo, our adorable little Shihpoo trio! These babies were born June 14th to our sweet 8-lb m
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White with two black eyes and black spots
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Black with a lil white on her chin, white on her foot and one leg
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This sweet male Shih-Poo is ready to go to his new home! He has a laid-back, calm personality and is a little slower-paced than his siblings. He enjoys taking his time, relaxing, and soaking up attent
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Lovebug is just that- a teeny tiny little love bug! She has the cutest little personality and so much love in a itsy-bitsy little package! She is the cutest thing you’ll ever seen :) Lovebug is expect
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Jack is a sweet, active male Shih-Poo who is ready to go to his new home. He has a playful and energetic personality and enjoys staying busy and interacting with people. His name is currently Jack, bu
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Little Lolly has a lot of love in one little package :) She is very friendly and affectionate, always kissing you and wanting to be held. She is the cutest thing you’ll ever see! She is expected to be
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Lemon is a very sweet boy. He is a cuddle bug! He does enjoy his playtime with his toys and littermates but he’s a big fan of cuddling up with you! He is expected to be around 6-8 pounds full grown He
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He is such a sweet boy. So playful.