Shih Tzu puppies and dogs in Connecticut

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Meet London! London is a fun, hyper, loving, and playful Shih Tzu who is looking for a fresh start and a family to call her own. After her owner sadly ended up in the hospital, London and her four siblings found themselves loose on a large property. It took a dedicated two-day trapping session by our team to bring them all safely into our rescue. She arrived heavily matted and flea-infested, but she has been cleaned up, vetted, and is now ready to let her true personality shine! London is a total blast and has that classic, big Shih Tzu personality. She is a bundle of joy who loves to play, though she does give affectionate play bites when she gets excited, so a home with older children who understand puppy-like play would be best. She is also quite a vocal girl and will let you know when she has something to say! London is still working on her potty training and will need a patient family willing to help her learn the ropes. As a Shih Tzu, she will also require consistent brushing and regular professional grooming to keep her coat looking and feeling its best. Health & Medical Status: Spayed Microchipped & fully vaccinated Heartworm/Tick-borne disease negative (4DX Negative) Current on ProHeart 12 (heartworm prevention) and Bravecto (flea/tick prevention) Adoption Details: Adoption Fee: $450 Location: Currently in Texas Out-of-State Transport: Can be transported for an additional $250 fee to Washington, Portland (Oregon), Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Chicago, Des Moines, Omaha, Cincinnati, Lexington (Kentucky), and various locations along the East Coast. (Please note: Due to strict state regulations, we cannot transport dogs to Rhode Island or Massachusetts). Ready to bring this fun-loving girl home? Apply today at www.adoggie4you.org! Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.November 3, 2026, 5:07 pm

**AVAILABLE FOR PRE APPROVAL FOR NOVEMBER 7TH** Meet Nala! This darling 8-year-old Shih Tzu mix is ready to find her happily ever after with a family who will love and cherish her for all the years to come! With her adorable little face and undeniable charm, Nala is proof that some of the sweetest treasures come with a little life experience. At 8 years young, she's past those wild puppy days and ready to enjoy the finer things in life, like cozy beds, leisurely strolls, and plenty of love and attention from her favorite humans. Shih Tzu mixes are often known for their affectionate personalities and love of companionship, and Nala is hoping to find a home where she can be a treasured member of the family. Older dogs have a special kind of magic about them, and Nala deserves a family who will see just how wonderful this stage of life can be. If you're looking for a lovely little lady to share your heart and home with, Nala might just be the queen you've been waiting for! Apply for Nala at allpawsondeck.org Must be 21+ to adopt $300 Adoption Fee; $100 spay/neuter deposit Located in Griswold, CT As a reminder, our rescue cannot guarantee breed or size estimates. To adopt you must - Fill out an application at allpawsondeck.org - all your pets must be spayed / neutered and up to date - We can’t adopt to MA residents due to State Laws. If the dog is posted, the dog is available. Only complete applications at allpawsondeck.org will be considered.

PLEASE NOTE! WE ARE A TEXAS-BASED RESCUE. THIS DOG IS CURRENTLY IN TEXAS AND WILL BE TRANSPORTED TO YOUR STATE ONCE ADOPTED. Our application can be found at haydudeequine.org. 🌌🐾 Ewok: The Cutest Little Thing in the Galaxy! 🐾🌌 “Yub nub!” (That's Ewok for “Please adopt me!” 😉) Calling all Star Wars fans! A very special creature has arrived from a galaxy far, far away… okay, fine, she's from Texas, but with a face like that, we're pretty sure she's intergalactic royalty! Meet Ewok, a 1-year-old, 12-pound Shih Tzu with the fluffiest little face this side of Endor! With her black-and-white coat, soulful eyes, and adorable teddy bear appearance, she's basically a real-life Ewok. The only thing missing is her own tiny hood and a spot on the Millennium Falcon! 🚀 Ewok can be a little shy when meeting new people, but don't worry—she doesn't need a Jedi mind trick to come around! Give her a little patience, kindness, and a few minutes to assess the situation, and she'll soon be ready to join your fan club. Once you're officially part of her inner circle, prepare for maximum snuggle mode. This little girl is a professional cuddlebug who believes the best place in the universe is right next to her favorite human. Forget saving the galaxy—she'd rather save you a spot on the couch! She's also good with other dogs, so she's open to having a furry copilot for her adventures. Ewok is looking for a loving family who will help her feel safe, give her time to warm up, and remind her every day that she's loved. In return, she'll offer endless cuteness, loyal companionship, and enough snuggles to power the Death Star. ❤️ The Force is strong with this one… especially when treats and cuddles are involved! Ready to welcome your very own little Ewok into your family? Don't let this tiny Wookiee fly off to another galaxy without you! 🐾 Apply to adopt Ewok at haydudeequine.org!

***PLEASE DO NOT FILL OUT AN APPLICATION UNLESS YOU ARE SERIOUSLY INTERESTED IN ADOPTING, PLEASE READ THE BIO IN FULL TO UNDERSTAND WHERE MARLEY IS, HOW TRANSPORT WORKS*** 🩵 Meet Marley — AKA Mar Mar! The Fluffiest Little Chaos Nugget You'll Ever Meet! 🩵 Approximately 9 weeks old | 4.3 lbs as of October 28, 2026 | Male Shih Tzu Puppy | Dog-Friendly | Cat-Friendly | Kid-Friendly Stop what you're doing and prepare yourself for the cutest little ball of fluff! 😍🐾 Meet Marley, affectionately known as Mar Mar, a ridiculously adorable, impossibly fluffy, totally spunky little Shih Tzu puppy who is ready to steal your heart! He's got the looks, he's got the personality, and he's got enough puppy energy to keep you entertained all day long. One minute, he's a tiny tornado of zoomies, and the next, he's ready to curl up in your lap and snooze like the little angel he pretends to be. 😂🩵 But before we get to all the cuteness, let's talk about how this little guy found his way into our care. 💔 The last little puppy left behind Marley was born around August 21, 2026, and at just about nine weeks old, he was already facing an uncertain future. He was being given away on a street corner near the South Texas/Mexico border, along with his littermates, to anyone willing to take a puppy. There didn't seem to be much concern about where these babies would end up or whether they'd find safe, loving homes. When one of our volunteers came across the situation, Marley was the last puppy left. The last little one still waiting. Thankfully, our volunteer stepped in, and Mar Mar got his chance at a much brighter future. ❤️ Now, this tiny boy is safe and ready to find the family who will love him for all the years to come. 🧸 A tiny fluff ball with BIG puppy energy! Don't let that innocent little face fool you. Marley is a whole lot of puppy packed into one ridiculously fluffy package! This boy has places to go, toys to destroy, and zoomies to zoom. 😂 💨 The zoomies are REAL! Marley loves to run around, play, and burn off that endless puppy energy. If you're looking for a quiet little stuffed animal who sits perfectly still all day, this probably isn't your guy! 🧸 Toy enthusiast extraordinaire! Mar Mar LOVES toys and would absolutely adore having his very own toy basket. The more fun things to play with, the better! 😴 Professional napper. Once he's finished racing around the house and entertaining everyone with his antics, he'll be ready for a well-deserved nap. Puppy life is exhausting, after all! 🩵 Lap cuddler in training. When playtime is over, Marley would love nothing more than a warm lap, a cozy bed, and a human to snuggle with. Actually, make that multiple beds. He would happily put every single one to good use! He is energetic, playful, curious, affectionate, and endlessly entertaining. He's the kind of puppy who will make you laugh at the silliest things and remind you that sometimes the best moments in life are the little ones. 🐶 Little brother potential? Absolutely! Marley loves other dogs and would do wonderfully in a home with a friendly canine companion. Having another well-socialized dog around could give him a playmate, help him learn appropriate doggy manners, and show him the ropes as he grows up. Of course, he'll still need his own training, supervision, and opportunities to learn. But a suitable doggy sibling could make life even more fun for this little social butterfly! 🐱 What about cats? Marley has already been introduced to cats, and they don't seem to bother him at all! He's still a tiny puppy, so he'll need to learn how to interact respectfully with feline family members, and introductions should always be supervised. But his initial reaction is encouraging for a home hoping to have both cats and dogs. 👧 Great family puppy! Mar Mar could be a wonderful addition to a family with children who understand how to interact gently and safely with a tiny puppy. At only 4.3 pounds, he's a little guy who needs careful handling, especially around very young children. With appropriate supervision, gentle interactions, and plenty of love, he has the potential to grow into a delightful family companion. Just imagine the memories you'll make together as he grows up! ✂️ All that fluff comes with a little upkeep! Marley's parents were reportedly both Shih Tzus, and he certainly looks the part! His coat doesn't appear to shed much, but his gorgeous fluff will need regular brushing and professional grooming to keep it healthy, comfortable, and free from painful mats. A lifetime of grooming appointments is part of the commitment to owning a Shih Tzu, but just look at that face. How could you resist? 🩵 🏡 What kind of home does Mar Mar need? Marley is looking for a family who understands that puppies are adorable little troublemakers who need time, patience, and consistency. His ideal home will provide: • Lots of playtime and enrichment to keep his curious little mind busy. • A cozy place to sleep, with as many comfy puppy beds as his little heart desires. • Positive, consistent training, including house-training, which he has not mastered yet. • Plenty of companionship and affection, with humans who want to include him in their everyday lives. • A suitable canine playmate, if available, who can help him learn and enjoy puppy life. • Regular grooming and veterinary care to keep him healthy, comfortable, and looking his best. Marley is still a baby. He'll need regular potty breaks, patience with accidents, help learning household routines, and guidance as he grows. His future family should be ready for the work involved in raising a puppy, not just the adorable moments. In return? You're getting a lifetime of companionship, hilarious antics, cuddles, and unconditional love. 🩵 Are you ready for a little Mar Mar magic? Marley may have started his life as the last puppy left on a street corner, but that doesn't have to be how his story is remembered. We want his future to be filled with toy baskets, warm laps, cozy beds, playful doggy friends, and a family who thinks he's the most precious little thing in the world. We want him to grow up knowing what it means to be safe, cherished, and wanted. He deserves a family who will love him when he's fluffy and freshly groomed, when he's covered in puppy mischief, when he's learning something new, and when he's curled up in their lap after a long day of zoomies. Marley is tiny, but the love he has to give will be enormous. 🐾❤️ Could Mar Mar be the missing piece of your family? If you're ready for puppy kisses, endless entertainment, and a lifetime of love wrapped up in one adorable little fluff ball, this sweet boy might just be your perfect match! Let's find Marley the forever home he deserves. 🩵 PLEASE READ ALL INFORMATION BELOW IF INTERESTED IN ADOPTING: The next step to adopt is to fill out an application on our website at: www.pawsitive-Impact-animal-rescue.org Mar Mar is current on age-appropriate vaccinations (2 boosters and bordatella), current on flea/tick and heart worm prevention, microchipped, current on de-wormer, and will receive a clean bill of health from a veterinarian. This animal is currently located in Texas, but we do NOT adopt animals in Texas due to the hundreds of animals being euthanized here daily. We have mainly adopted only in the Northeast but are expanding to include Midwest and PNW starting in September of 2026 The adoption fee listed ($995) DOES NOT INCLUDE transport from Texas. Transport is additional. Adoption fees for dogs like Mar Mar go to helping dogs and cats with medical cases and dogs and cats that have been in our care long term that have not been adopted. Transport goes to or around the following locations every 1, 2 or 3 weeks: Albany, NY - Port Chester, NY area - Anemia, NY Wells, VT and Brattleboro, VT Nashua, NH Willington, CT - Stamford, CT - Dayville, CT Toledo, OH – Cincinnati, OH – Grove City, OH Grove City, PA - Bloomsburg, PA - Washington, PA Ridgefield, NJ - Bordentown, NJ - Egg Harbor City, NJ Elkton, MD – White Marsh, MD Falls Church, VA and Glenn Allen, VA Adding new Stops to the PNW: Boise, ID Portland, OR Tumwater, WA – Bothell, WA – Bellingham, WA Missoula, MT – Laurel, MT We have happily adopted hundreds of animals this way (long distance), and we do our best to make sure the animal you are applying for is the best fit for your home. With an approved application, we do put you in touch with the Texas foster who has the doggy for you to make sure they are the perfect fit.

Please contact Candace (ccrnewengland@gmail.com) for more information about this pet. Meet Rambo, a 13-pound Shih Tzu/Yorkie mix guy with a big personality and a heart that is just beginning to figure out how wonderful it can be to belong to someone. At around 4–5 years old, Rambo arrived at a small-town Tennessee shelter as a stray, and it didn't take long for him to stand out. He's a handsome, happy, good-natured little character who seems to be discovering, perhaps for the first time, what it means to be safe, loved, and somebody's very own dog.   Rambo is a work in progress in the sweetest possible way. He genuinely wants to please, is smart, and picks up on new concepts quickly. In just two weeks in foster care, he has made wonderful strides. He's learning household manners, responding to verbal corrections, figuring out doorways and curbs, and discovering that walks can be fun. He still looks to his people for reassurance when something is unfamiliar, but he's learning to trust that someone is there to help him navigate this big new world.  And then there's the affectionate side of Rambo that really makes you smile. He loves pressing his little head against you, and he's beginning to understand that cuddling isn't something he has to be suspicious of. Recently, his foster mom was able to hold him close for a long, peaceful snuggle. He would drift off to sleep, suddenly wake and look around as if checking that everything was still okay, then settle right back in. It was one of those little moments that tells you just how much this boy is learning to let his guard down. He's not completely relaxed yet, but every day brings a little more progress.  Rambo has embraced the comforts of home, too. Soft blankets, fluffy pillows, cozy beds, and toys have quickly become some of his favorite things. He has a crate he considers his own little safe place, and if he decides a toy is especially wonderful, he'll carry it right inside. He's also learning that a little structure goes a long way. His foster family has found that giving him a designated pillow to settle on helps him calm down when his excitement gets the better of him. He can get a little mouthy when overly excited or too familiar, but he is responding to gentle, consistent verbal correction and learning better ways to interact.  He is doing well with the other dogs in his foster home, who have been helping him learn the ropes. One is showing him the fun side of being a dog, while another is keeping him mindful of boundaries. Rambo is still learning that food will be available regularly, so he does best eating separately to keep mealtimes peaceful. He's also a little nervous about stairs, but he's perfectly willing to let his favorite human carry him when needed. At the vet, he was a social, happy little fellow whose tail hardly stopped wagging.  We suspect Rambo may not have had much experience with the kind of patient, unconditional affection every dog deserves. He's still learning that he doesn't have to look out for himself all the time, that his bed will still be there tomorrow, and that a gentle hand can mean comfort instead of uncertainty. Watching him make those discoveries has been incredibly rewarding.  Rambo needs a person who will give him time to settle in, offer clear and consistent guidance, and celebrate the little victories along the way. In return, you will get a clever, affectionate, entertaining companion with so much potential and a growing desire to be close to his people. He's already making progress in foster care, and we think the right person will help him blossom even more.  Rambo may not arrive knowing all the rules of being someone's beloved little dog, but he's eager to learn. And just imagine how wonderful it will be when he finally realizes that he's home for good.   Please contact Critter Cavalry Rescue at ccrnewengland@gmail.com if you are interested.  He is in Nashville, TN in a foster home and we transport to the northeastern corridor of states and have designated transport stops every weekend.  We have been transporting dogs and cats northward for 18 years and it is smooth and seamless for them.          November 4, 2026, 5:54 pm

Mustard is a sweet older gentleman who believes life is best enjoyed at a slower pace. This calm little guy is pretty much a professional couch potato—give him a comfy spot to curl up and he’s perfectly content! Mustard is visually impaired and needs daily eye drops for dry eye, but he gets around and enjoys life just fine. He does best with a calm routine and gentle handling, as fast movements can make him nervous. He is good with other dogs, especially when they respect his slower pace and personal space. Mustard is pee-pad trained and will also potty outside when taken out on a leash. He hasn’t quite learned how to let you know when he needs to go outside yet, so his new family will need to keep him on a consistent routine. Mustard isn’t looking for a busy, action-packed life. He’s looking for a soft couch, a peaceful home, and someone who will love and spoil him through his golden years. Local adoption fee is $300(in TX) Out of state adoption fee is $550 (includes transport to your area)