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Shih Tzu puppies and dogs in Maitland, Florida

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We'll also keep you updated on Crimson (VA) Gentle's adoption status with email updates.
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Crimson (VA) Gentle

Shih Tzu Maltese

Male, Adult
Orlando, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Crimson is being fostered in VA. Crimson is blind and has kidney disease. Crimson Update – April 1, 2026: Crimson has settled into his foster home, making friends with his foster parents and the four other blind dogs who live in the home. He now knows all about evening sofatime with his foster mom and the other pups, and, after a belly and head rub, takes a nap. He is doing a great job learning to go up and down the two steps from the deck into the yard and then back into the house again. And, with the warmer weather, he likes to take a quick roll in the grass when he goes out to do his business. Crimson does have dry eye now, so is on daily Optimmune (eye ointment). He does a very good job at medication time. For more information about this sweet boy, read what his foster home wrote about him in February 2026. See below. Crimson is a friendly little guy who loves belly rubs! If you would like to know more about this special pup, read on! Crimson is from Florida. His family could no longer care for him and so they turned him over to the Blind Dog Rescue Alliance. He traveled to his Virginia BDRA foster home in January 2026 and made friends all along the way. Crimson has settled into his foster home quite well! There are four other blind dogs in the home and Crimson gets along just fine with each of them. He is happy to share a bed and doesn’t mind if a dog bumps into him. He ignores the family cat. At night, he settles easily into his bed and sleeps through the night. He is housetrained – not a single accident yet! He has a deep bark and, when he first arrived, he barked fairly often but now that he is learning the routine, he barks only occasionally (usually when anticipating a meal!). As mentioned, he loves belly rubs and he enjoys head rubs too. He also likes toys. Crimson is blind, diagnosed with SARDS several years ago. SARDS (Sudden Acquired Retinal Degeneration Syndrome) is a condition that causes rapid and irreversible blindness due to changes within the retina. In addition, he arrived at his foster home with ear infections that are in the process of being treated. He hears well though and he doesn’t let his blindness bother him at all. His eyes are currently healthy although he does have some clear discharge at times. Crimson also has been diagnosed with kidney disease/kidney failure along with high blood pressure. He is on a prescription kidney diet (Purina) and also on Benazepril twice a day. We don’t know all the details about Crimson’s medical history before he arrived at his foster home and – as is true with any rescue dog – we can’t predict what the future holds for his health. Anyone interested in adopting Crimson should first speak with their vet about canine kidney disease so there is an understanding of this disease, its progression, and how it is treated. Crimson has not spent time with children and, although he is such a nice dog, he should be adopted into a home with older children or adults only. And he should always be supervised when he is with young children, as all dogs should be. If you think you can provide this sweet, gentle dog the wonderful forever home he deserves, complete an application today! BDRA has voted against the use of electrical fencing effective immediately.
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Kiwi HOLD

Shih Tzu

Female, Puppy
Orlando, 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
We'll also keep you updated on A593960's adoption status with email updates.
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A593960

Shih Tzu

Female, 3 yrs
Orlando, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Bailey Ann

Shih Tzu Shih Tzu

Female, Adult
Orlando, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained,
Story
I obtained Bailey from a co-worker back in 2018. She was abused by 2 putts very sad and malnutrition. Bailey has been a great dog. Recently she screams when she is hungry or if she needs to go outside. She needs a home that she can go outside when needed and lots of love. Un her previous home the cat scratched her eyes and at this point in life she’s almost completely blind. Last vet visit dr said she will loose her vision. She lives file minon. Also eats hard food. It’s been very hard to groom her due to my illness. She loves to cuddle.
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prince

Shih Tzu

Male, Adult
Orlando, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This is Prince, he’s 6 years old. He may seem old because he’s 6, but that’s not how he acts. he has never been away from me & my family so it will be hard for him to be with someone new & in a new home so he will need a lot of patience from you. He loves walks, but doesn’t like to be outside for too long. he loves to play, gets along with other animals, but doesn’t like to be annoyed by them. he’s potty trained, knows how to communicate his needs & wants really well, he loves cuddles & rubs. he’s a barker, he cannot be without a leash if being walked because he will run, he needs to be walked around the area so he can know where he’s at & how to get back to the house if he does run. I am looking for someone who’s able to attend to him as much as possible, able to have him as an inside dog, can keep up with his maintenance as soon as it needs to be done, & someone that can love him unconditionally!
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Luna

Shih Tzu

Female, 5 yrs
Orlando, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This cutie pie is LUNA! She is a SUPER sweet, affectionate, friendly little girl who LOVES other dogs and who would LOVE to be your new best friend! She is so gentle and loving and LOVES snuggle time! Age: approx. 5 years Weight: approximately 8-10 lbs Fully vetted (fixed, shots, heartworm tested negative, dewormed, microchip) Adoption fee $550 Please email for an application: SimplyGraceRescue@gmail.com

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Shih Tzu shelters & rescues in Maitland, Florida

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Blind Dog Rescue Alliance - FL

Orlando, FL 32789

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6.2 miles

East Coast Humane Society - Orlando

Orlando, FL 32808

Pet Types: dogs

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10 miles

Orange County Animal Services

2769 Conroy Road, Orlando, FL 32839

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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12.4 miles

Simply Grace Rescue - Central FL Foster Homes

Orlando, FL 32828

Pet Types: dogs

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25.9 miles

Polka Dogz Pet Rescue

Howey in the Hills, FL 34737

Pet Types: dogs

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29.1 miles

Leesburg Humane Society

41250 Emeralda Island Rd, Leesburg, FL 34788

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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37.1 miles

Edgewater Animal Shelter

605 MANGO TREE DR, Edgewater, FL 32132

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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