Nala - Shih Tzu Dog for Adoption in Chicago, Illinois

This sweet gal is spayed and fully healthy! She is up to date on vaccines. She is also microchipped!

: Housebreaking - She is reliably potty trained!

: Crate Training - She has done very well with free roam when home alone for a full workday.

: Leash walking - Doing great!

: Dog-friendly - She has gotten along with other dogs she meets on walks, but seems more interested in coexisting than playing

: Cat-friendly - Not sure, she hasn't met cats with us yet! Slow intro required if adopted into a home with a cat.

Kid-friendly - She has shown positive signs around children she's briefly met on walks


Nala is the sweetest gal who is very adaptable. She is so patient; when you're doing chores or preoccupied, she will patiently wait for you until you're free...and then it's time for butt and chin scratches, her favorite! When she gets excited on walks, her stroll becomes a trot and her ears bounce along happily. Once back home, she loves her naps and snuggle time and is a generally chill pal. She is such a great companion!



Nala's adoption fee is $150, and she will make a great addition to her future home!

This pet has not been DNA tested, we are unsure of their actual breed makeup, but these are the breeds we think they look like!


Next steps: Email adopt@onetail.org with questions, or submit an application online and we'll be in touch to schedule a meeting: https://www.onetail.org/apply-to-adopt/. Our adoption application stays on file for one year and can apply to any dog in our program. Once the app is submitted you will receive an email within 48-72 hours. For additional questions, email adopt@onetail.org.

The Shih Tzu is a small, affectionate dog breed known for its distinctive appearance, with a luxurious double coat, a short muzzle, and large round eyes. Originally bred as companion dogs for Chinese royalty, Shih Tzus are friendly, outgoing, and loving pets. They are known for their playful and charming personality, making them great family pets and suitable for apartment living. With their low shedding coat and adorable face, Shih Tzus are popular among dog lovers worldwide.