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Shih Tzu puppies and dogs in Indian Rocks Beach, Florida

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Holly

Shih Tzu

Female, Adult
Clearwater, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
I acquired Holly from the breeder of my other Shih Tzu. She was bred as a momma and for 5 years had litters of puppies. She turned 6 in November 2023. She is sweet, gets along with anyone and everyone. She tends to stick to herself, I think because she was kept in a kennel for breeding for the first 5 years of her life. I have two other dogs, and feel she would do better with more attention from her family. I find that I stay busy all day and she does not get the attention she deserves from me. She is just a great little girl, I just want her to get all the love and attention she deserves. My other Shih Tzu is a puppy, so I find myself spending too much attention on the puppy, and then my third is a Maltese who I have had for 8 years. So, just looking for a loving home for Holly where she can get more attention then what I can give her. She is up-to-date on her shots, goes to the groomer regularly who she is adored by, and loves to play....especially with balls :)
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Harold

Shih Tzu Poodle (Miniature)

Male, 6 yrs 4 mos
Redington Beach, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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Story
Available for adoption at www.VIPRescue.org Dog Name: Harold DOB: 12/12/2017 Breed: Shih tzu/mini poodle mix Weight : 22 lbs current weight – Needs to a lose a few ;-( Gender: Male House trained: Yes Location: Indian Rocks Beach, Fl Gets along with cats: No Gets along with Dogs : Yes NO KIDS Fenced Yard: REQUIRED – Fenced yard attached to your home. Hi friends, my name is Harold! I’m a 5 year old, a shih tzu/mini poodle mix (a Shi-poo) who weighs about 22lbs(needs to lose a few). Do you remember me? I was adopted about a month ago and we tried to adjust to each other, but I learned that I need a home with only one human, I bond with one person and only one person. Life is a journey and we learned this about me. I’m all good now, and, well, I’m baaaaaaaack! And looking for my one and only human. My favorite things are grassy backyards, car rides, going new places, walking the neighborhood on my leash, and of course, companionship and attention. I am a playful, friendly and affectionate guy. Did I mention super handsome too? Even got myself a new haircut, a big thank you to the nice folks at Pampered Paws Grooming Salon who volunteered their time to get me cleaned up! I sure feel better without all that long hot hair!! I will require regularly scheduled grooming appointments, so please consider the extra cost of that prior to submitting your application. If you cannot afford and are not willing to have me professionally groomed on a regular basis, like every 8-10 weeks, I am not the dog for you. Please consider one of my fellow short haired, non grooming required rescue friends instead. I like and get along great with other friendly dogs, although I may bark when we first meet. Don’t take it personally, I’m just saying “hi, new friend.” Foster mom has introduced me to many dogs (and humans) and I love most everyone that respects my space, both in rest and play mode. (that’s a big thing with me) I share beds, toys and water bowls nicely too. Food, not so much – that’s my kibble! Paws of fellow canines!! I would do well in a home with an already established small to medium size (under 35 lbs), friendly and very well socialized dog. I could also be an only dog, so long as I am your primary significant other. I do not want to be at home by myself for extended hours so if you work full time outside of the home, I’m really not the guy for you. I bond with one person and one person only in the home. If you are not a single human home I am not the guy for you. Keep me on regular potty schedule and I’m pretty much housebroken. Like I said above, you need to be home to play with me and let me out to potty, not working all the time. I like routines and schedules, I’ll even let you know if you’re running late on my meal times. How do I do that? Foster mom calls it barking, but I’m really just talking to her about my wants and needs. I also “talk” to the delivery people, the garbage truck, people and things like big birds that appear outside the windows, and the doorbell, for example. I’m kind of like a little security alarm, which foster mom says can be a good thing, but if you or your environment is sensitive to canine talking (barking), I am not the doggie for you. Foster mom says I am excellent on leash. She often walks me with 1-2 of my other dog friends and I don’t mind matching my pace with others. I love playing outside! I will need a single family adult only home with a secured fenced in yard for me to run, play and sniff. Sorry folks, no condos, townhomes, villas or rentals. This is not negotiable, and I sure hope you understand, but it’s what’s best for me. Truth be told, I am not a big fan of those little humans you people call kids. If you have young children in your home or children that visit your home, I am not the dog for you. Please take note of this prior to submitting your Application because foster mom says this is not negotiable. Foster mom does not have cats, but she’s got a little tiny dog that I am very friendly with and do not chase, but I really would prefer a “feline free” home, ok? Now, don’t I sound like the perfect pup? I think I am, but I do have some “quirks” that foster Mom will discuss with only the approved applicants. I will say that I MUST have an experienced dog owner, I’m not a 1st time pet for sure. You MUST be very active to keep up with all my playful energy, so if you’re a young, experienced active human, I might just be for you! Oh, another thingy, a home visit will be required for an approved applicant, and you must live within 1 hour of the St Petersburg/Clearwater area. I am up to date on my vaccinations, neutered, microchipped, a fresh dental and on flea and heartworm prevention. I’m ready to move along to my forever home, but foster mom is happy to have me for as long as it takes to find my perfect match, I’m not the easiest pupper to own due to my “quirks”. After reading and considering all of the above, if you think you might be the person for me, please submit your application for review at VIPRescue.org ADOPTION REQUIREMENTS FOR HAROLD: You must be a permanent resident of FL, and be a very experienced dog owner, and as cute as he is, he’s not the doggie for a first time pet owner due to his “little quirkiness”. Harold does require a 6-foot fenced yard in a single family home. To qualify for adoption, all of the pets in your home must be spayed or neutered, they must be current on vaccines, preventatives, and have received consistent veterinary care. Harold could typically live 12-15 years, so keep his lifespan in mind if you are thinking of adopting him. Your age should be appropriate for his estimated lifespan.
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RORY & RODERICK

Shih Tzu

Male, 2 yrs
Redington Beach, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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Story
Meet Rory and Roderick - BONDED - Indian Rocks Beach Dog names: Rory and Roderick (Bonded pair, MUST be adopted together) Dob: 1/08/2022 we believe they are inter mates Breed: ShihTzu mix Weight: 10lbs Gender: Males House Trained: No, but we are working hard on it Location: Indian Rocks Beach Good with dogs: Yes Good with kids: Yes, 10+ respectful Color: Black and White Fence: Required, not negotiable, needs to be securely attached to home Please read ENTIRE bio We’d like you to meet our 2 new furry friends, Rory and Roderick. They are 2 year old 10lb. Shih Tzu mixes weighing just 10lbs! When they arrived at VIP Rescue, they were so severely matted and most likely had never been groomed before but all that changed with a lengthy shave down and warm, soothing bath. Boy, we bet that felt so good! These boys are bonded, and need to be adopted together. They always play together, sit together, sleep together, eat together, you get the idea. It’s funny, because sometimes while playing they are so vocal it sounds like they are fighting, but it’s actually all “talk” lol. They do love to play, and are very high energy pups, running through the house at full speed, chasing each other, and playing with their toys together is their favorite things to do. When they finally get tired, (and they do!) their second favorite thing to do is cuddle up together or pile up on your lap! But….be forewarned, they will get up on tables, and Foster Mom has been working on household manners and boundaries, but in the mean time, she has kept her table tops clear from things they can get into or knock over! They can get into mischief, so you’ll need to puppy proof your home like you would do with a toddler especially with any wires on the floor to keep them safe. These 2 think whatever’s left on the floor is fair game, and theirs! The boys are not house trained, and Foster Mom has them in belly bands for the time being and is working with them on their house training. It’s clear they have never been in a home where love was felt and no rules were in place. Their future home must absolutely be committed to continue all training so they can be the best boys we know they can be. Yes, they are adorable, but it’s going to take time and commitment from the right family. Due to their real high energy level, it’s best they go into a young, active family who can keep up with their antics and someone who is home more often than not is a must. They are slowly learning about leash walks, they are just now comfortable in their harnesses. Another clue they’ve simply not had a good start in life, but we will make sure their new “fur”ever home will have and give them everything they need and deserve. A single family home with a secure fenced in yard is a must for them, sorry, no exceptions because it is what’s best for the boys. They are neutered, microchipped, current on vaccines and are on heartworm and flea prevention. If you think these boys might be for you and you can meet all their needs, please visit www.viprescue.org to fill out an adoption application. Application form: https://viprescue.org/application-to-adopt
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BONNIE

Shih Tzu

Female, 10 yrs
Redington Beach, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Bonnie / Redington Beach Bonnie / Redington Beach AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION!!! viprescue.org DOG NAME: Bonnie / Redington Beach DOB: 4/14/14 DOG BREED: ShihTzu mix DOG WEIGHT: 15 lbs GENDER: Female HOUSE TRAINED: yes, as long as I get out often. I will use tinkle pads if they are available. LOCATION: Redington Beach, FL GOOD WITH DOGS: Yes, but prefers to be your one and only GOOD WITH KIDS: Prefer adult only home COLOR: Black and White FENCED YARD: not required. Hi everyone, I’m Bonnie, a 9.5 year young (Active for my age) 15 lbs Shih tzu girl. My Mom had gotten sick and could no longer keep up with my care. Thankfully I made it to a “paw”some foster home here at VIP Rescue! I am now ready to find my “fur”ever family. IdealIy, I would love to be your one and only in my new home, but I have learned that I do get along with other mild mannered pups, but I do like being the alpha. I am house trained, as long as I get out frequently, but If I’m left too long without an outside break I do know how to use tinkle pads. I enjoy short walks when it’s cooler outside, and sunning myself in a yard or on a porch. I do like to play fetch with a ball, or I can entertain myself with toys. Will you have toys for me in my new home? That’d be great! Oh, I almost forgot to tell you, I do like to sleep in my humans bed. Yep, I’m just a “wittle” spoiled! Ha! I do have a touch of “attitude” every once in a while so an adult home would definitely be best. My hair grows and I do not shed, but I will need to be groomed on a regular basis (approximately every 6-8 weeks) Grooming can run anywhere from $60-120/per groom, so please keep this expense in mind if you are thinking of offering me a furever home. I am spayed, microchipped, up to date with vaccines and on monthly heartworm and flea prevention, and also just had a fresh dental. I have by bags packed and I’m ready to goooooooooo! All I’m looking for is a loving, patient quieter adult only home to “chillax” in, could that be yours? Are you the home for me? Please submit an application with VIPRescue.org if you can offer me, Bonnie, a fabulous new home. 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 13-18 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 on the pet you’re interested in before applying to adopt to make sure you meet the pets needs. Thank you for thinking rescue. Application form: https://viprescue.org/application-to-adopt
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Tillie

Shih Tzu

Female, 14 yrs 2 mos
Palm Harbor, FL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Tillie is 13 shes almost blind and Deaf very sweet she does bark when she has to go to the bathroom. shes not so good about getting her eye meds that she needs 4-5 times daily ##1773571##
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Luciano

Shih Tzu Shih Tzu

Male, Senior
Tampa, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs,
Story
PLEASE READ ALL NOTES BELOW THE ANIMAL PROFILE! Luciano is an 8 year old Shihtzu pup. He is very sweet, good with kids and other dogs. His ideal family will have lots of laps to nap in. Luciano has just one eye but if you are his new special someone, he will only have eye for you. ADOPTION FEE: $350 TO ADOPT PLEASE APPLY ONLINE www.mercyfullprojects.org PLEASE NOTE: By filling out the adoption application you agree and understand ADOPTION IS NOT GUARANTEED. We are not first come, first served. Today you are completing an adoption application. This application does not guarantee adoption. Once we receive the application an adoption coordinator will reach out to you within the next 72 hours to set up a meet and greet at our facility. The animal you are applying for most likely will be in a foster home NOT at our facility. Please ONLY APPLY if you are ready to commit to adoption. Be sure to read the bio before sending an application - we answer all we know about the animal here. If the question is not answered in the bio please send emails to adopt@mercyfullprojects.org All Dogs / Puppies / Cats / Kittens are up to date on everything as far as vaccines Spay/Neuter and Flea/Heartworm Prevention. If you are meeting a puppy or kitten that is not ready for adoption there is a waiting period until they are fully ready to go home. Adoption fee -Along with daily care costs, the adoption fees help Mercy Full Project cover vet bills, maintain their facility, and cover the cost of their operations to rescue more animals in need. Thank you for completing the application. **Our companions MUST live in your home as part of your family. **We do not transport. **See our website for more information. ADOPTION PROCESS: https://mercyfullprojects.org/dog-adoption/ - MFP

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901 N Fremont Ave, Tampa, FL 33606

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901 N Fremont Ave, Tampa, FL 33606

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