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Fizzgig

Shih Tzu

Male, 10 yrs 7 mos
Lakeland, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Your Next Star: Pawdition Animal! What is a Pawdition? This wonderful pet is available for Pawdition-to-Adopt! That means you can take them home today to give them a "pawdition" in your home while they wait for their required medical care. How It Works: 1. Take Them Home First: You get to welcome this pet into your home today as a temporary caregiver. 2. We Provide the Care: Our team will schedule and cover their upcoming medical procedure(s). 3. Make It Official: Once their medical care is fully complete, you’ll finalize the paperwork and make them an official member of your family! Interested in starting a Pawdition with this pet? Ask a team member today to learn more about their medical timeline and next steps! SPCA Florida cannot finalize an adoption until this pet has received a certain medical procedures or completed a specific medical treatment. Those will be outlined with potential adopters, as well as expectations and a schedule to return the pet to the shelter to receive their care.
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Dusty

Shih Tzu

Male, Adult
Wauchula, FL
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,
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Snowy

Shih Tzu

Female, Adult
Davenport, FL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
This is snowy! She’s amazing and gets along well with others human or dogs. She’s very submissive and attention loving/giving. She’s a Shih Tzu mix. She loves being indoors and outdoors.
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Bowden

Shih Tzu

Male, Young
Valrico, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.BOWDEN IS READY FOR ADOPTION!! Meet Bowden — a little gem with a whole lot of love to give! At just two years old, Bowden is a happy-go-lucky little soul who is simply thrilled to be around his people. He’s easygoing, calm, gentle, and just an all-around wonderful little guy! Bowden is both crate-trained and house-trained, and he gets along great with other dogs. We haven’t tested him with cats yet, but given his sweet, laid-back personality, we think he may do well with them, too. Bowden came to us as an owner surrender, and when he arrived, his poor little feet desperately needed some attention. His fur was so heavily matted that it was interfering with his ability to walk comfortably. We reached out to our friends at EarthWise, and they got him in right away to help him feel better! Because of the matting, his coat had to be trimmed down quite a bit, but Bowden is feeling so much better now. And let us tell you, this little guy’s happiness is contagious! ❤️ His favorite part of the day? His morning walks, of course! His little tail wags like a flag, and he seems to be soaking up every bit of love and attention that comes his way. It’s hard not to smile when you’re around him! Bowden is a gentle soul who would fit beautifully into so many different types of households. He doesn’t ask for much — just a loving family, a cozy place to call home, and people who will cherish him for the wonderful little companion he is. A little more about Bowden: ❤️ Just 2 years old House-trained and crate-trained Gets along great with other dogs Cats are an unknown Up-to-date on his vaccinations ✂️ Scheduled to be neutered this week Please don’t let this little sweetheart slip by! Bowden is ready to leave his past behind and start the next chapter of his life with a family of his very own. Could that family be yours? ❤️ Apply to adopt Bowden at 4LuckyDogs.org Let’s find this precious boy the forever home he deserves!Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.October 25, 2026, 10:25 pm
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Teddy & Bear 2

Shih Tzu

Male, Young
Valrico, FL
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Meet Teddy & Bear Sugar and Spice and everything nice. These adorable 1-year-old Shih Tzu mixes are a bonded pair looking for a forever home together. Teddy and Bear share a special connection and truly thrive when they’re side by side — playing, cuddling, and exploring the world together.   Bear is sugar, sweet as can be. Teddy is spice, playful and inquisitive. Bear does have a cherry eye, and surgery to correct it will be included as part of his adoption package. ❤️ Once healed, he’ll be feeling his very best!   Both boys love running around the yard, chasing each other, and playing fetch with their toys. They’re big fans of chew bones and will happily entertain themselves — but their absolute favorite place to be is in your arms soaking up cuddles.   They can be shy and a bit skittish at first, but they’re improving every single day. Teddy seems to be just a little more outgoing, while Bear follows his lead. With patience and love, they continue to blossom into the sweetest little companions.   They’re pee pad trained and working on house training. They’re very gentle, love giving kisses, and they would do well with kind, respectful children.   If you’re ready to open your heart and home to double the love, Teddy and Bear are ready to meet you.  Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.October 25, 2026, 10:25 pm
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Coraline

Shih Tzu

Female, 2 yrs 6 mos
Tampa, FL
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
PLEASE READ THE ANIMAL’S PROFILE AND ALL NOTES BELOW BEFORE APPLYING! Hi, I’m Coraline! 🐾🩷 I’m a 2.5-year-old Shih Tzu with a HUGE personality, an even bigger heart, and enough love to keep you smiling every single day! I may be a little girl, but I have plenty of energy, endless kisses, and a whole lot of affection to give! 🩷 If you’re looking for a pup who can go from running zoomies around the yard to curling up beside you on the couch, I’m your girl! I absolutely LOVE playing outside, chasing balls, and having fun with my favorite humans. But once playtime is over? I'm ready to become the world's cutest little couch potato! 🤣 My foster says I'm a total cuddle bug, and I take that job very seriously! I love being close to my people, giving kisses, and soaking up every bit of attention I can get. Whether we're playing together or relaxing after a long day, I'm happiest when I'm right by your side. 🥹🩷 I'm also quite the social butterfly! I enjoy meeting other dogs and especially love playing with my smaller doggy friends. But here's my little secret… while I love making friends, I'd be happiest being the only pet in my forever home! That way, I can be the center of attention and have all the cuddles to myself. Can you blame a girl? 💕 I'm already crate trained, potty trained, leash trained, and house trained! I have great manners around the house and don't make a habit of destroying things. I'm not much of a command-following expert, but I make up for it with plenty of personality and affection! There is one little thing I'm still working on. Sometimes I get SO excited that I use my mouth during playtime. My foster is helping me learn better ways to express that excitement, and I'll need a family willing to continue working with me. Because of this, I'd do best in a home with children over 10 rather than little ones. I've been friendly with younger children I've met on walks, but a home with older kids would be a better fit for me. My dream home would be with an active family who enjoys playing outside but also appreciates a good cuddle session. I'd love a securely fenced backyard where I can safely run around and get my zoomies out. I could also enjoy apartment or townhome life with plenty of walks and playtime! ✨ My ideal home: 🩷 An active, loving family who enjoys playtime and cuddles 🩷 Children ages 10 and older 🩷 A securely fenced backyard for safe zoomies 🩷 Preferably the only pet so I can soak up all the attention 🩷 Someone willing to continue working on my excited mouthing 🩷 A family who loves kisses, cuddles, and a little extra personality 💌 A word from my foster: "Coraline is such a social butterfly! She loves making doggy friends and has the sweetest, most affectionate personality. She's full of energy and loves to play, but she's also an amazing little couch potato who just wants to cuddle with her people. She would truly thrive as the only pet in a home where she can be the center of attention. She has so much love to give!" I may be small, but I have enough love and personality to fill an entire house! All I really want is a family who will play with me, cuddle with me, and let me be their little princess. 🩷 If you're looking for a playful, affectionate, kiss-giving little girl who will keep you laughing and happily curl up beside you at the end of the day… I might just be your Coraline! 🐾🩷 Adoption FEE: $450, which includes her spay, microchip, and vaccines. It is also a donation to go directly back to us to help us continue to rescue more animals. A Mercy Full Project (MFP) Adoption Application MUST BE COMPLETED in order for you to be considered as a potential adopter. By filling out the MFP Adoption Application you agree and understand that ADOPTION IS NOT GUARANTEED. We are not first come, first served and submitting an application does NOT guarantee adoption. You will be contacted by an Adoption Coordinator once your application has gone through the approval process. Please ONLY APPLY IF you are ready to commit to adoption. TO ADOPT, APPLY ONLINE: www.mercyfullprojects.org PLEASE NOTE: We do our best to supply all known information about each animal in their profile. If you have additional questions, you may send an inquiry email to adopt@mercyfullprojects.org to be answered at our earliest convenience. All Dogs / Puppies / Cats / Kittens are up to date on age appropriate vaccines, spay/neuter, flea/heart worm prevention, and are microchipped prior to adoption. If you are meeting a puppy or kitten that is not ready for adoption there may be a waiting period until they are fully ready to go home. Adoption fee - Along with the individual animals vetting and daily care costs, the adoption fee helps Mercy Full Project cover additional vet bills, maintain their facility, and cover the cost of their operations in order to rescue more animals in need. **Our companions MUST live in your home as part of your family. **We do not transport. **Review our website for more information. DOG ADOPTION PROCESS: https://new.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/MFP/Dog CAT ADOPTION PROCESS: https://new.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/MFP/Cat

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Shelter

7.4 miles

SPCA Florida

5850 Brannen Road S, Lakeland, FL 33813

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

25.3 miles

4 Lucky Dogs Pet Rescue

4414 Gentrice Dr., Valrico, FL 33596

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

38.3 miles

Mercy Full Project

901 N Fremont Ave, Tampa, FL 33606

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Rescue

40.9 miles

Heidi's Legacy Dog Rescue

Tampa, FL 33611

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

46.4 miles

The Animal League, aka South Lake Animal League

4648 Baptist Island Road, Groveland, FL 34736

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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