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Shih Tzu puppies and dogs in Bradenton, Florida

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Cocoa

Shih Tzu Bichon Frise

Female, Adult
Lakewood Ranch, FL
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
URGENT REHOMING NEEDED ASAP: Sweet 8 lb. "Teddy Bear" Dog Needs Immediate Home (Lakewood Ranch, FL) Cocoa's owner is facing eviction due to Cocoa's severe separation anxiety, which causes incessant barking and door-scratching when left alone since just moving to Florida. Cocoa needs a new home or a dedicated foster placement immediately to avoid a housing crisis. THE GOOD NEWS ABOUT COCOA: Outside of being left alone, Cocoa is a dream dog. She's 6 yrs old, healthy, social, happy, house trained, good with kids and other dogs. She is hypoallergenic so no shedding and perfect for allergy sufferers. She loves to be cuddled and will love you to death. REQUIRED HOME SET UP: Someone Home 24/7 or coupled with another dog. It's heartbreaking to have to find Cocoa a new home. She is a wonderful, healthy, happy, social, loving dog that just needs someone around, so she doesn't feel abandoned.

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Cocoa

Shih Tzu Bichon Frise

Female, Adult
Lakewood Ranch, FL
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
URGENT REHOMING NEEDED ASAP: Sweet 8 lb. "Teddy Bear" Dog Needs Immediate Home (Lakewood Ranch, FL) Cocoa's owner is facing eviction due to Cocoa's severe separation anxiety, which causes incessant barking and door-scratching when left alone since just moving to Florida. Cocoa needs a new home or a dedicated foster placement immediately to avoid a housing crisis. THE GOOD NEWS ABOUT COCOA: Outside of being left alone, Cocoa is a dream dog. She's 6 yrs old, healthy, social, happy, house trained, good with kids and other dogs. She is hypoallergenic so no shedding and perfect for allergy sufferers. She loves to be cuddled and will love you to death. REQUIRED HOME SET UP: Someone Home 24/7 or coupled with another dog. It's heartbreaking to have to find Cocoa a new home. She is a wonderful, healthy, happy, social, loving dog that just needs someone around, so she doesn't feel abandoned.
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Sparkler

Shih Tzu

Female, 4 yrs 1 mo
Sarasota, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Sparkler! Sparkler may be a little shy when you first meet her, but give her a little time and she'll steal your heart. While she has been a wonderful companion, she has had moments of being a little spicy, so we are looking for an experienced dog owner for her. She just need boundaries and proper physical and mental stimulation. When she feels safe, she wants nothing more than to be the center of your world. Whether you're going for a walk or taking a ride in the car, Sparkler is happiest right by your side. Sparkler prefers a home where she can be your one and only dog and not share it with other dogs. While she has lived with dogs, we think she's happiest with just humans. She is housebroken and has wonderful manners in the home. While she isn't a fan of the crate, she does so well loose in the house that it simply isn't needed. If you're looking for a loyal, loving little princess who will be your devoted companion, Sparkler is ready to make your life complete. Sparkler is located in the Tampa area. She is spayed, vaccinated and microchipped and her adoption fee is $400. Apply: www.love4pawsfl.org/adopt
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Woody

Shih Tzu Maltese

Male, Adult
Apollo Beach, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Woody was rescued from a hoarding situation and is very shy. His ideal parents would be retired with other dogs in the home. Woody is still very scared from the neglect and abuse. We have fostered him for 18 months and in that time he has learned to take treats, sit on couch and potty outside. He requires a fenced in yard as he has not learned to leash walk yet. We’re hoping to find the best parents to get him to the next stage of his journey. He can be picked up from his play pen and held. He has a stroller and gets in it on his own. He loves rides. He also likes graham crackers. He would need committed parents who are patient and willing to invest in behavioral therapy. We are willing to help pay for training direct to the trainer. We’re moving and won’t have a fenced yard so unable to keep him. He weighs 12 lbs
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Hanna & Nelle

Shih Tzu Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Female, 8 yrs 3 mos
Redington Beach, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hannah and Nelle Bonded pair of girls available for adoption www.VIPRescue.org Hannah 10 years - 11.5 lbs Nelle 8 years - 10.5 lbs ******Please make sure to read the entire bio of the pet you’re interested in before applying to adopt to make sure you meet the pet's needs. PLEASE NOTE: LOOK OVER YOUR APPLICATION BEFORE HITTING SUBMIT, AS INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL BE IMMEDIATELY CLOSED. Breed: Hannah ShihTzu mix and Nelle - Terrier mix Age: Hannah 10 yr - Nelle 8 yr Sex: Female Weight: Hannah 11.5 lbs and Nelle - 10.5 lbs. Color: Hannah - Blonde and Nelle - Black DOGS: Yes they get along with similar sized pups, **Need to be the only 2 pets in the home Kids: Respectful 10+ with dog experience Fenced yard: RECCOMMEDNED Need a single family home, sorry no apartments or condos. A several weeks ago we told about 2 sweet girls who were abandoned by their family and left behind when their “humans” moved out of their home and just left them there to fend for themselves. We also told you that they needed to decompress, go to the “dog”tor, and just chill out for a few days. “Miss”Hannah is a 10 year old 11.5 lb Maltese mix gal, while “Miss” Nelle, is an 8 yr old 10.5lb. terrier mix. Both of these sweeties have been through a lot recently, and are now in search of a loving “fur”ever home together. Yes, together, because these girls are totally bonded. They both had a delightful bubble bath, groomed, as they were infested with fleas and very matted, then had some playtime and then off to the “dog”tor for their spay, dentals ( poor Hannah had 11 teeth extracted 😞) and brought up to date with their vaccines. It was also discovered that Hannah had an ear infection, and a small hernia which was taken care of during her spay. With all that behind them now, they are looking for their new family where they would be the only pups in the house. Are you an empty nester? maybe retired? maybe work from home? Adult only home? Are you active and would love to play with them in the yard, and will take them on walks? Do you have the love and patience to offer these two a great home? They have a bit of separation anxiety, and are working real hard on house training, and doing great! They’re in a loving foster home that is teaching them all the good things life has to offer. They love going out into the fenced yard to soak up some sun and play a bit. They also follow their foster mom everywhere! As we said, both girls are now spayed, microchipped, vaccinated, had dentals, and are on their heartworm and flea prevention. So, if you’re up for cuddles, and can offer these girls a safe and secure home, exercise them (fenced yard preferred, but not necessary as long as you go on several daily walks with them) then you just might be what they’re looking for! Need a single family home, sorry no apartments or condos. Please visit www.viprescue.org to fill out an adoption application. Adoption Requirements: You must be a Florida resident, and be at least 25 years of age to adopt. To qualify for adoption, all of the pets in your home must be spayed or neutered, be current on all vaccines, preventatives, and have received consistent veterinary care. If you’ve had more than one Vet in the past 3 years, please provide all the names and number for each vet. This breed typically lives 15-18 years, so please keep that lifespan in mind, as your age should be appropriate for the pets estimated lifespan. All of us at VIP Rescue are Volunteers, with families, jobs and pets of our own, so please be kind and patient. We select the most fitting application for the dog, not necessarily the timeliest adoption application. Please make sure to read the entire bio of the pet you’re interested in before applying to adopt to make sure you meet the pets needs. Thank you for thinking rescue. www.viprescue.org
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Kiwi HOLD

Shih Tzu

Female, Puppy
Venice, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.  Do Not Apply for a pet with PENDING in the name bar.  They have been matched with a home, but not adopted yet. Kiwi was born 5/30/25. She is sweet and sassy, a perfect little girl! She is friendly and social with everyone. She likes playing with her toys. She is great with older children. She needs work on housetraining. She is smart and catches on quickly. Adoption fee is 950.00. Thank you for choosing rescue! We are volunteers with other commitments in addition to rescue. Our time is very limited. Therefore, we request a  $20.00  donation through paypal in order to process and expedite your application. This shows that you are truly interested in adoption. Your application will remain on file for a year. Applications are available at www.eastcoasthumanesociety.com under forms/application. Donation should be made through Paypal at www.eastcoasthumanesociety.com. We are only available by phone after you have an approved application. All pets are located in the southeast. Transport is available to the NE for an additional $300.00 transport fee. We do not adopt in MA, RI due to import laws. Residents MUST pick up in CT. All dogs over 8 months will be spayed or neutered and heartworm tested. All dogs and puppies have been vaccinated,microchipped, dewormed and treated for other parasites. Please read the FAQ on our website for additional information. Adoption fees are cash or money order only. We try to find best match for each of our pets and do not adopt on first applied basis. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.PLEASE check the profile and our website for any questions you may have. Questions that have information posted will not be answered. March 15, 2026, 10:24 pm
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Teddy & Bear 2

Shih Tzu

Male, Puppy
Valrico, FL
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Meet Teddy & Bear Sugar and Spice and everything nice. These adorable 8-month-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.August 21, 2026, 12:25 pm

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16.5 miles

Love4Paws, Inc.

7330 Richardson Road, Sarasota, FL 34240

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25.7 miles

VIP RESCUE INC

Redington Beach, FL 33708

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29.5 miles

East Coast Humane Society - Venice FL

503 Tamiami Trail South, Suite 5, Venice, FL 34285

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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4 Lucky Dogs Pet Rescue

4414 Gentrice Dr., Valrico, FL 33596

Pet Types: dogs

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41.7 miles

Canine Estates Inc

Palm Harbor, FL 34683

Pet Types: dogs

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