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Em

Shih Tzu Maltese

Female, Young
Jupiter, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Em is a petite sweet girl at 7.5 pounds. She is very loyal once she feels comfortable and gains a sense of trust. She is skittish and gets nervous easily. But when she is comfortable she is an ideal companion who loves attention and is very low maintenance. Em is young so she has a lot of spunk, but she plays nicely by herself. She has a passive disposition for the most part - as long as she doesn't feel threatened. She is cautious when meeting other dogs, but as long as she doesn't feel threatened she gets along well with other animals. Em enjoys a more quiet home, and would do well with older kids, given her size. She loves to be leash walked, but she does well in a gated yard roaming freely. She needs and likes frequent outings. Em would thrive in a quiet home with older kids or an adult who is seeking a companion. She needs patient introductions to new people and new dogs, but once she is comfortable she adjusts well.
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Baylen 3663

Shih Tzu Pointer

Female, 7 yrs 3 mos
Loxahatchee, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
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Enzo 5521

Shih Tzu

Male, 2 yrs 7 mos
Loxahatchee, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Enzo! He is a Shih Tzu who has endured a lifetime of neglect after being rescued from an overcrowded, overrun breeding situation in Tennessee during freezing temperatures. His world was once very small, and he was only ever used—never loved, never shown what it means to be safe in a home. Now that Enzo is in rescue, he’s beginning the slow, brave journey of learning trust. He is fearful and needs a very gentle, patient approach. A calm, quiet home will be essential for him to feel secure and open up at his own pace. Enzo has never been a home dog before, so everything—from household routines to human affection—is new to him. He does well with other dogs, which helps boost his confidence. Enzo is currently scared of the leash, but our trainers are working with him on building confidence and structure. At this time, he does not enjoy being handled yet, but with consistency, patience, and respect for his boundaries, he continues to make progress. Enzo is looking for an experienced, compassionate adopter who understands that healing takes time and that trust is earned, not rushed. With the right home, Enzo has the potential to truly blossom and discover the life he’s always deserved
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Sprout

Shih Tzu Maltese

Male, Puppy
Wellington, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs,
Story
**ALL ADOPTIONS INCLUDE A HOME VISIT. YOU MUST LIVE IN BROWARD OR PALM BEACH COUNTIES** The 3 Puppies Story Begins With Mama: Meet Azmira Every great litter has a great mama, and Azmira is exactly that. She came to us as a rescued one-and-a-half-year-old Maltese Yorkie mix, arriving alongside her siblings, all of whom share the same beautiful hypoallergenic lineage with traits of Maltese, Yorkie, and Shih Tzu. Her siblings range from 10 to 18 pounds fully grown, which gives you a wonderful window into what these puppies may become. Azmira is gentle, loving, and devoted. She has poured everything she has into her puppies, and soon it will be her turn to find her own forever home. But first, her babies need theirs. As of July 12th, Sprout is 15 weeks old and 8 pounds. What Adoption Requires Our Promise to These Puppies We are committed to making sure every puppy in this litter grows up healthy, protected, and loved. That means we partner with our adopters through the first months of life, and we ask for a genuine commitment in return. Here is what the journey looks like. JULY: Week of July 12th, 2026. Third round of vaccines at our vet in Broward County. Adopter brings puppy in. SEP: September or October 2026. Spay or neuter at our vet in Broward County at 6 months of age. Required as part of the adoption agreement. Location requirement: Adopters must reside in Palm Beach or Broward County to ensure they are able to bring their puppy to our vet in Broward County for scheduled vaccine appointments and the spay or neuter procedure. This is a firm part of our adoption commitment and helps us ensure every puppy receives complete, consistent care. Sprout, Male, 8 pounds at 15 weeks old: Sprout is the big brother of the litter at a whopping three ounces, and he carries it with a certain swagger. His wavy, curly coat is the kind that grows into something truly gorgeous with regular grooming, and his size suggests he may be the most robust of the three at maturity. Sprout is for someone who loves a dog with personality to spare, a little guy who will be enthusiastic about everything, mornings, walks, snack time, and especially you. This dog's adoption fee is $800 to go towards their vetting (vaccines, spay/neuter, heartworm/Ehrlichia/Lyme test, fecal test, pre-op blood work, dental cleaning (if needed), and microchip as well as grooming if needed). If you are interested, please fill out the adoption application. For additional information regarding our adoption process, please check our FAQ's Page.   *All dogs in the care of Get a Life Pet Rescue live in loving foster homes while waiting for their perfect match. They don't live in cages or crates (unless there is a medical reason to do so). They are treated as family pets while in our care. * All dogs in our care are fed premium brand holistic food as well as supplements and vitamins specific to each dog's needs. We don't buy inexpensive bulk dry kibble; our rescues are fed premium wet food diets as part of a comprehensive rehabilitation program to ensure maximum health. * All of our rescues receive complete quality vetting, including full dental cleaning with pre-op bloodwork, spay/neuter, vaccines, and grooming. Dogs in need of specialized medicine will be seen by specialists, including full cardiac workups and ophthalmologist visits. All suspicious lumps and bumps are biopsied, and every medical need is transparent to potential adopters. *Once you adopt from Get a Life Pet Rescue, you become part of our compassionate family, and we are here for you if a problem with your precious dog arises. ##2726943##
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Yogi

Shih Tzu Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Male, Senior
Boynton Beach, 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
Yogi is very sweet and loves people. He lived with a Yorkie and a cat. He is house trained and has no health issues at all. The only time he goes to the vet is for shots. Sadly we are moving out of the country and can not take him.
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Betsy

Shih Tzu

Female, Senior
Boca Raton, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Betsy! This little girl just came to us in rescue and we are first getting to know her, but we do know that she is very grateful to be in a foster home! She was so happy on her freedom ride! Betsy is about 10 years old, maybe a little older, almost 15 pounds and a shih tzu or shih tzu mix. We had to shave her down due to severe matting and debris in her fur, but she will be beautiful when she is all cleaned up! The last picture is when she first left the shelter, the rest show her shaved down (and looking a little sad because of it). We are getting all her medical needs (dental, vision check up, vaccines, etc.) taken care of, but she is ready to take applications! We believe that she has limited hearing and vision, though she navigates well in her foster home. Housebroken and quiet. Perfect senior companion! Applications for Betsy are available at www.chesed-rescue.org/adoptions. We background and vet check all applicants and are looking for stable homes.  July 13, 2026, 2:01 pm

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21.3 miles

Big Dog Ranch Rescue

14444 Okeechobee Blvd., Loxahatchee, FL 33470

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39.9 miles

Chesed Dog and Cat Rescue

Boca Raton, FL 33498

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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41.9 miles

Will's Way Inc.

BOCA RATON, FL 33432

Pet Types: dogs

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45.5 miles

Florida Humane Society

3870 North Powerline Road, Pompano Beach, FL 33073

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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