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Shih Tzu puppies and dogs in Shelton, Connecticut

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We'll also keep you updated on DeChen's adoption status with email updates.
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DeChen

Shih Tzu

Male, Puppy
Westport, CT
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
DOB 4-30-2025 DeChen is looking for his new home and Mom! He's a beautiful Shih Tzu with a good personality, loves to play and gets along with others. DeChen is complete on all medical, up to date on shots, neutered, heartworm negative and has received a ProHeart6 preventative injection. This boy will come with all his registration and medical papers. His adoption fee is 900.00, his transport fee is 165.00. Our transport is HEARTS LLC, they are the best and deliver to East Coast every other week. The first step in the adoption process is to fill out an online adoption application. You can find a copy of that application here. We sometimes receive a lot of interest on an animal and can't always reply to each email in a timely manner. An application does not obligate you to adopt from us, but it does show that you are serious about the adoption process. Please remember we are all volunteers. After you submit your application please allow a few days for a volunteer to review your application. During this time your vet reference will be checked and a volunteer with determine if it is the best match for you and the animal. Applications are not approved on a first come, first serve basis. We match up the best home for the animal, so even if the pet has other applications, this does not mean he/she will be adopted to that home. Once your application has been approved a volunteer with contact you to set up a phone interview. This is the perfect time for you to ask any questions you have about the adoption process and the animal you are interested in.
We'll also keep you updated on FALKOR's adoption status with email updates.
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FALKOR

Shih Tzu Lhasa Apso

Male, Young
Branford, CT
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
FALKOR IS IN HIS FOSTER HOME IN MEMPHIS, TN, AND WILL BE TRANSPORTED TO CT ONCE ADOPTED!   Meet Falkor, a 2- to 3-year-old dog weighing 18-20 pounds. He is housebroken, crate trained, and demonstrating good behavior around other dogs, older children, as well as cats. Falkor enjoys cuddling and watching TV, although he does not yet appear to be familiar with toys. He is seeking a forever home. He is fully vetted. Vetting includes spay/neuter, microchip, rabies and all puppy vaccinations. His adoption fee of $600 includes the transport to CT. We use a licensed and registered USDA transport company that will bring Falkor up north to his new family.   If you have any questions, please email us at:  newbeginnings_animalrescue@yahoo.com   You can apply to adopt Falkor here:  www.newbeginningsanimalrescue.net   THANK YOU FOR CONSIDERING ADOPTING A RESCUED PET! Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.November 15, 2025, 11:04 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Carson's adoption status with email updates.
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Carson

Shih Tzu Basset Hound

Male, 6 yrs 11 mos
Southington, CT
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet the cutest little guy around! He is a compact ball of love and we call him our "Walmart Greeter". Carson's person died a couple of years ago and he is needing a new home. Carson is a happy little guy who loves everyone and gets along great with other dogs. Carson is playful, housebroken, snuggly, likes to play with toys and would love a family to call his own again. This little guy is part Shih Tzu part.... Bassett?? A short, stocky little man for sure. Don't let those little legs fool you though, he likes to run and play with the big dogs. Carson is housebroken, so the hard work is done for you! He is an adult with a lot of life left! Let him snuggle up to you and you can heal his little heart. If you'd like to adopt Carson, please fill out our online application at www.goofyfootrescue.org Carson is in foster care in West TN and will be transported once his adoption is finalized.
We'll also keep you updated on Rylo's adoption status with email updates.
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Rylo

Shih Tzu

Male, 1 yr 1 mo
Bristol, CT
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
Meet Rylo, a super sweet neutered male shih tzu mix, weighing about 13 lbs! Rylo has an excellent temperament - he is a happy, friendly boy who gets along well with other dogs, people, and kids. He has not been cat tested, but we feel he would likely be fine with cats. He is medically up to date, housebroken (expect accidents the first few days while adjusting to a new home/routine), and crate trained. Apply to meet this special boy today!  **Rylo will not be available until our 12/14/25 adoption event at Petco in Dayville, CT. We are accepting applications on him now! We will prioritize applicants who are able to attend the 12/14 event. If Rylo is not adopted at the event, we will move on to other applicants.** Click HERE for Adoption Application: pawsrescueleague.org/adopt Adoption fees vary based on the dog and are not negotiable. As a small rescue that does not receive government funding or grants, we rely on adoption fees to stay afloat. Adoption fees help cover the following: vaccinations, wellness exams, heartworm/4DX testing, parasite prevention, spay/neuter (age-appropriate), microchipping, transport expenses, and other rescue-related overhead/administrative costs. Paws Rescue League, Inc is an all-inclusive rescue that does NOT only rescue puppies and young, healthy dogs.  We make a point to also rescue seniors, dogs with special needs, moms, and other “less desirable” dogs, knowing that we will likely incur higher veterinary expenses and that these dogs may take longer to get adopted.  As such, an individual adoption fee is not only reimbursing PRL for expenses directly related to that dog, but it is also helping us to continue our mission of taking in dogs that would otherwise be too much of a financial burden to save. We believe that ALL dogs deserve a second chance. Thank you for your support and understanding! ##2579461##
We'll also keep you updated on Manchita's adoption status with email updates.
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Manchita

Shih Tzu Lhasa Apso

Female, Young
Wingdale, NY
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
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We'll also keep you updated on Star and Pina BONDED SISTERS's adoption status with email updates.
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Star and Pina BONDED SISTERS

Shih Tzu Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Senior
Huntington, NY
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
Sister Sister!!  8 years old and only 8 lbs each. These tiny ladies are Bonded, which of course means they MUST be adopted together.  We really can't say what breeds they may be, but does that really matter when you look at those adorable faces???  The girls are starved for attention and pretty much will let you know when they want it!  But hey, they deserve all the love and attention they get.  They were surrendered to the Staten Island Shelter for no fault of their own, and are waiting for the new family or companion to adopt them.  Room for two delicious little girls??? Good with dogs and cats. Children 13+ please Please go to the link to fill our our adoption application.  https://www.remembermerescueny.net/adoption-application  Remember Me Rescue does not adopt out of the local area, no transport is available.  We adopt to Long Island, Westchester, NYC area and parts of Connecticut only. Also, we have a very high volume of applications and we are all volunteers. We cannot respond to every application personally. Please make sure your application gives us a good picture of your family and the life you plan on providing a dog from our rescue. We choose a home based on the BEST FIT for EACH dog and approve on a dog by dog basis. Thank you! ##2559977##

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Beebe Humane Society CT

Westport, CT 06880

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17.6 miles

New Beginnings Animal Rescue - CT

Branford, CT 06405

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24.9 miles

Goofy Foot Rescue - Southington, CT

Southington, CT 06489

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27.9 miles

Paws Rescue League Inc - CT

Bristol, CT 06010

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32.6 miles

Meade Canine Rescue

50 N Chippawalla Rd, Wingdale, NY 12594

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34.3 miles

Remember Me Rescue NY

Huntington, NY 11743

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35.7 miles

Wagging Tails Dog Rescue NY

Thornwood, NY 10594

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38.5 miles

Pet Rescue

7 Harrison Avenue, Harrison, NY 10528

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39.3 miles

Roxy's K9 Rescue - CT Transport Stop

Hartford, CT 06105

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40 miles

Sam Coffey Animal Rescue Friends - Connecticut Transport

Hartford, CT 06103

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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