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Shih Tzu puppies and dogs in Centennial, Colorado

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Princess

Shih Tzu

Female, 12 yrs 11 mos
Denver, CO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
I’m Princess, a 12 year old female Shih Tzu. I am very sweet, enjoy playing like a puppy in short bursts with rest time after, groom time with my foster, find stairs a bit of a challenge, love being outside, a lovely houseguest getting on with the resident canines swimmingly, and learning the joy of heating pads. ********PLEASE READ BELOW PRIOR TO EMAILING IN**********If you are interested in adopting this dog or any other from our rescue, please go to https://www.hobocare.org/adopt to review our home requirements and fill out an application. Please do not email and ask for more information on how to adopt, all the information is already available online. The information you see here is all that is currently available about this dog. No boxers are adopted without a completed application and home check. Thank you! ##2558720##
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Isaac and Izzy

Shih Tzu Cairn Terrier

Male, 10 mos
Denver, CO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Let’s meet ISSAC AND IZZY! ✔️good with kids ✔️ good with cats ✔️ good with dogs Ready for cuteness and cuddle overload? These adorable pups will give you and or family life. They are feisty and full of life. Wonderful with all other dogs and people. They are excited and ready to take in the big old world and everything someone or some family has to offer. They have a wonderful outgoing personality but also just adores cuddles and treats by the fireside and on the couch. Goofy, playful, and energetic. Wonderful puppy temperament, and adorable face and warm eyes just light up the whole house. Anyone would be lucky to make them part of your life. Will have you wrapped around little paw the minute you meet them. Guaranteed to bring numerous smiles to your life every day. If you’re ready to provide a lifetime of belly rubs, treats, and a cozy bed, please reach out! Let’s find this sweet pup their forever home and they are overly excited. Once adopted each will travel via the Rescue Transport to her new family. They travel each and every weekend from Memphis, Tennessee to the northeast, delivering pups along the way as far north as West Greenwich, Rhode Island . Gets your apps in fast she won’t be available long. Link to the application below. https://new.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/BCAR/Dog (Please specify if you'd like both or one) Transport is an additional $185 / pup
We'll also keep you updated on Tess's adoption status with email updates.
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Tess

Shih Tzu

Female, 3 yrs
Denver, CO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Tess was rescued after a Good Samaritan saved her from the harsh streets of McAllen, Texas in the Rio Grande Valley on the Texas/Mexico border. She was likely dumped, common in the area, as she was found on a back road with no homes for miles. She was super matted and it took three hours to remove the horrible matting, flea bath and removing huge ticks on her poor little body. No more sleeping on the harsh streets for this princess. Despite her ruff life before rescue, Tess is very social. She gets along really well with other dogs and loves to play. She's great with kids. She lets you put bows in her hair. Tess goes on daily walks, is potty & crate trained and is ready to go to her furever home! According to her foster (who obviously adores her): 12/14/2025: "Tess is sweet, loving, loves to cuddle and receive attention. She’s great on her walkies & gets along with dogs her size. She’s still a little skiddish be she’s outgrowing it." 12/11/2025: "Her eyelashes are gorgeous!! This little bundle of fur loves to give kisses, loves to wrestle & zoomies with her foster sister Piper and loves to cuddle! Gets along great with our pack of 4!!!" 12/6/25: "Tess is so pretty and the sweetest most innocent pup I’ve met yet! She loves to cuddle & give kisses. She’ll guard you at your feet thru the night. Cant wait for her transformation This is what fostering does for dogs rescued straight from the streets. She’s learning a humans touch isn’t always hurtful, learning to love and be loved and most of all gain her confidence back from those horrible streets that hurt her so much in McAllen." Tess is currently living in a foster home in San Antonio, Texas, awaiting an adopter or open foster home in Colorado to bring her up and into their home- the next transport arrives January 9th! Red Fern Animal Rescue offers a two week foster to adopt trial in your home before finalizing the adoption to ensure the animal is the right fit for you, everyone in the home, human & animal, and vice versa. Red Fern Animal Rescue is a 501(c)(3) non-profit foster-based animal rescue in Denver that saves animals from abandonment and neglect in South Texas for new lives in Colorado. We primarily rescue dogs off the streets and from kill shelters in San Antonio. ##2615393##
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Sudoku

Shih Tzu Maltese

Male, 3 yrs
Sedalia, CO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Sudoku was rescued from a high kill shelter in Texas. Available to meet starting 1/3/2026! Meet and greets are by appointment only.  An approved application is required to schedule a meeting. Check out our events page for upcoming open adoption events! We have no additional back story or update for this dog at this time.  When we do, it will be updated here.  This is all the information we have currently. Approved Applicants may make the adoption fee payment by clicking donate above.  Partial adoption fees will not hold a dog. If upon meeting the dog of your choosing at your scheduled pickup time you find that you aren't a good match, your deposit will be fully refunded. Adoption fees include vaccines up until time of adoption, microchip, spay/neuter and 1st 30 days of free pet insurance.  We are not affiliated with MetLife pet insurance. (you have to sign up for the insurance or it will not go into effect).  Adoption fees help cover the medical care of the animals while he or she waits for a new home, as well as food and transportation costs. These fees help to provide care for the other animals in the shelter or rescue group who may have medical bills that are much higher than any possible adoption fee. The money also acts as a donation to help support the organization as a whole, allowing the group to continue its efforts to rescue and rehome pets. The dogs in our care are fostered in Colorado, Texas, and New Mexico.  While all dogs are picked up during our scheduled times, sometimes transport dates change due to unforeseen circumstances.   More questions?  Read our FAQs here: https://4p4l.org/faqs/  Breed labels are a "best guess" by a shelter veterinarian and cannot be guaranteed.  ##2615970##
We'll also keep you updated on Halo's adoption status with email updates.
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Halo

Shih Tzu

Male, Adult
Boulder, CO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Halo is a 4 year old, 20lb Shih Tzu.  Halo was surrendered from his owners becayse she had a lot of dogs and wanted to downsize.  Halo is the cutest little boy who is missing half his jaw, so his little tongue hangs out of his mouth all the time - it might be the cutest thing ever! Halo is the cutest little man with a big personality.  Halo loves to snuggle and hang out with his foster Momma.  He gets along with other dogs and is great on a leash.  He is pretty well trained and listens well.  Halo is also a pretty stubborn little man.   For some people this big personality is hilarous and they adore everything about him, everybody who meets him laughs at him and falls in love instantly.  He loves to cuddle and hang out and go for walks/wander around the back yard.  He is a non shedding dog so he will need someone who can get him regular grooming appointments.  If you are looking for an adorable little dog, with a tongue hanging out all the time, and a big personality Halo is your man! If you are interested in adopting little Halo, please fill out our adoption application at brighterdaysdogrescue.com ##2234207##
We'll also keep you updated on Arnold's adoption status with email updates.
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Arnold

Shih Tzu

Male, 4 yrs
Boulder, CO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi, I’m Arnold — a tiny guy with a very big heart. I just arrived in Colorado on 12/17 and I’m currently living in a foster home in Aurora with three other dogs who are showing me the ropes. I’m only 8 pounds, so the world still feels pretty big and overwhelming to me right now. I’m shy and nervous at first but very sweet… if you give me a little time to feel safe, I will be your best friend. I came from a hoarding situation in New Mexico, and my life before rescue wasn’t very kind. I arrived matted and neglected, but somehow I never forgot how to love. Once I know I’m safe, I’m affectionate, gentle, and happiest when I’m cuddled up on the couch next to my favorite human. I’m looking for a calm, understanding home that will let me go at my own pace. I would do best in a quiet home with another dog to help me feel brave and show me that the world isn't so scary. Loud noises and sudden movements scare me, so I would not do well with young children at this time. Even though I’m small, I’m not a “bring-me-everywhere” dog. Structure, routine, and a safe home base are what help me thrive. With time, I might enjoy a few outings — or I might decide I’m a homebody, and that’s okay too. What matters most is that my adopters protect my space and help me feel secure. Here are a few things I’m very proud of: • I’m treat motivated and learned "sit" and "come" super fast • I’m crate trained and sleep quietly through the night • I’m mostly potty trained — I just need a consistent routine • I’m great with other dogs and have done well around cats and even chickens • I’ve learned to walk on leash as long as I can follow another dog (or even better, a pack!) I’m neutered, up to date on vaccines, and even had a dental cleaning before coming to Colorado — my smile is ready for my forever family! Plus, all POSO dogs (that’s me!) come with two free private training sessions to help set us up for success.

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Ho-Bo Care Boxer Rescue

Denver, CO 80209

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Red Fern Animal Rescue

Denver, CO 80220

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27.3 miles

4 Paws 4 Life Rescue and Boarding

3648 N. Perry Park Road, Sedalia, CO 80135

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33.3 miles

Brighter Days Dog Rescue

Boulder, CO 80305

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33.8 miles

POSO Dog Rescue - Colorado

Boulder, CO 80301

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35.4 miles

Farfel's Rescue

906 Pearl Street, Boulder, CO 80302

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45.8 miles

Whimpers to Wags Rescue, Inc.

PO BOX 7421, Colorado Springs, CO 80933

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48.6 miles

National Mill Dog Rescue

5335 JD Johnson Rd, Peyton, CO 80831

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