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London

Shih Tzu

Female, Adult
Cincinnati, OH
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Meet London! London is a fun, hyper, loving, and playful Shih Tzu who is looking for a fresh start and a family to call her own. After her owner sadly ended up in the hospital, London and her four siblings found themselves loose on a large property. It took a dedicated two-day trapping session by our team to bring them all safely into our rescue. She arrived heavily matted and flea-infested, but she has been cleaned up, vetted, and is now ready to let her true personality shine! London is a total blast and has that classic, big Shih Tzu personality. She is a bundle of joy who loves to play, though she does give affectionate play bites when she gets excited, so a home with older children who understand puppy-like play would be best. She is also quite a vocal girl and will let you know when she has something to say! London is still working on her potty training and will need a patient family willing to help her learn the ropes. As a Shih Tzu, she will also require consistent brushing and regular professional grooming to keep her coat looking and feeling its best. Health & Medical Status: Spayed Microchipped & fully vaccinated Heartworm/Tick-borne disease negative (4DX Negative) Current on ProHeart 12 (heartworm prevention) and Bravecto (flea/tick prevention) Adoption Details: Adoption Fee: $450 Location: Currently in Texas Out-of-State Transport: Can be transported for an additional $250 fee to Washington, Portland (Oregon), Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Chicago, Des Moines, Omaha, Cincinnati, Lexington (Kentucky), and various locations along the East Coast. (Please note: Due to strict state regulations, we cannot transport dogs to Rhode Island or Massachusetts). Ready to bring this fun-loving girl home? Apply today at www.adoggie4you.org! Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.November 10, 2026, 10:23 am
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Snoopy

Shih Tzu

Male, Senior
Fort Thomas, KY
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Snoopy & Ollie — Two Sweet Senior Shih Tzus Looking for Their Forever Home Together! 🐾 Location: Fort Thomas, Kentucky (Greater Cincinnati area) Breed: Shih Tzu Ages: Snoopy, 13 | Ollie, 12 Adoption: Bonded pair — must be adopted together Ideal home: Quiet, adult-only household Meet Snoopy and Ollie, two adorable senior Shih Tzus looking for a loving forever home where they can enjoy their golden years together! These two boys are the definition of low-maintenance companions. They’re laid-back, relaxed, and perfectly content spending their days lounging around the house. If you’re looking for two easygoing dogs who don’t require a lot of activity or entertainment, Snoopy and Ollie could be a wonderful fit. A little about them: * Both are fully house-trained. * Neither requires daily medication. * Ollie has some missing teeth but does not currently take medication. * Both are calm, lazy, and very low-maintenance. * Because of their ages, they would do best in a quieter home
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Ollie

Shih Tzu

Male, Senior
Fort Thomas, KY
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Snoopy & Ollie — Two Sweet Senior Shih Tzus Looking for Their Forever Home Together! 🐾 Breed: Shih Tzu Ages: Snoopy, 13 | Ollie, 12 Adoption: Bonded pair — must be adopted together Ideal home: Quiet, adult-only household Meet Snoopy and Ollie, two adorable senior Shih Tzus looking for a loving forever home where they can enjoy their golden years together! These two boys are the definition of low-maintenance companions. They’re laid-back, relaxed, and perfectly content spending their days lounging around the house. If you’re looking for two easygoing dogs who don’t require a lot of activity or entertainment, Snoopy and Ollie could be a wonderful fit. A little about them: * Both are fully house-trained. * Neither requires daily medication. * Ollie has some missing teeth but does not currently take medication. * Both are calm, lazy, and very low-maintenance. * Because of their ages, they would do best in a quieter home
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Ewok

Shih Tzu

Female, 1 yr
Cincinnati, OH
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
PLEASE NOTE! WE ARE A TEXAS-BASED RESCUE. THIS DOG IS CURRENTLY IN TEXAS AND WILL BE TRANSPORTED TO YOUR STATE ONCE ADOPTED. Our application can be found at haydudeequine.org. 🌌🐾 Ewok: The Cutest Little Thing in the Galaxy! 🐾🌌 “Yub nub!” (That's Ewok for “Please adopt me!” 😉) Calling all Star Wars fans! A very special creature has arrived from a galaxy far, far away… okay, fine, she's from Texas, but with a face like that, we're pretty sure she's intergalactic royalty! Meet Ewok, a 1-year-old, 12-pound Shih Tzu with the fluffiest little face this side of Endor! With her black-and-white coat, soulful eyes, and adorable teddy bear appearance, she's basically a real-life Ewok. The only thing missing is her own tiny hood and a spot on the Millennium Falcon! 🚀 Ewok can be a little shy when meeting new people, but don't worry—she doesn't need a Jedi mind trick to come around! Give her a little patience, kindness, and a few minutes to assess the situation, and she'll soon be ready to join your fan club. Once you're officially part of her inner circle, prepare for maximum snuggle mode. This little girl is a professional cuddlebug who believes the best place in the universe is right next to her favorite human. Forget saving the galaxy—she'd rather save you a spot on the couch! She's also good with other dogs, so she's open to having a furry copilot for her adventures. Ewok is looking for a loving family who will help her feel safe, give her time to warm up, and remind her every day that she's loved. In return, she'll offer endless cuteness, loyal companionship, and enough snuggles to power the Death Star. ❤️ The Force is strong with this one… especially when treats and cuddles are involved! Ready to welcome your very own little Ewok into your family? Don't let this tiny Wookiee fly off to another galaxy without you! 🐾 Apply to adopt Ewok at haydudeequine.org!
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Dezi

Shih Tzu

Male, Senior
Alexandria, KY
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Senior to Senior Adoption Candidate!  (Matching senior dogs with senior people!  We pay their vet bills when you use our Northern KY vet.  The adopter provides food, home and love! Adoption fee waived)Dezi is a male, 14 year old, 13.8 pound, mostly cream colored bundle of love Shi-Tzhu.  For his age, is very spry.  Walks nicely with a leash for short walks and loves car rides.  Raised in a loving home until his elderly owner could no longer care for him.  From his Foster Mom:  Dezi is a sweet, loving dog that gets along with other dogs as long as he's not sitting on your lap or near you when another dog comes near. If that happens, he becomes very protective.  He's been used to being the one and only and sharing his owner is not part of his DNA at this time. Will sleep in a crate but preference is to sleep with his owner.  Loves being outdoors and playing with his tennis ball. He has started going to the door when he wants out.  Dezi is starting to use pee pads like our other dogs.  Has a good appetite....not much of a kibble eater.  Has a little trouble navigating steps .....eyesight a little dim...but goes down and up on his own with coaxing or when following other dogs.  Loves belly rubs.  Up to date on all shots, neutered and microchipped. Would make someone a sweet companion.Do you have room in your heart and home for this sweet senior?  Adoption fee: $100Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.November 10, 2026, 4:00 pm
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Molly

Shih Tzu

Female, 8 yrs
Cincinnati, OH
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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Story
Come meet me and 100+ of my adoptable friends at Louie's Legacy Animal Rescue's MEGA adoption event, Home for the Holidays! Saturday, November 14th, 2026 at the Warren County Career Center from 11am - 3pm! Meet Molly! ❤️ At 8 years old and 16 pounds, Molly is a lovely Shih Tzu girl who knows that the best things in life are the simple ones: a little love, some attention, and a soft, cozy bed to call her own! Molly is a sweet, easygoing girl who gets along well with other dogs her size. She enjoys leash walks and seems to be housebroken, making her a wonderful companion for a lucky family. One of Molly's sweetest features is the way she greets you with a wag of her glorious tail! She doesn't ask for much, just a loving home where she can feel safe, cherished, and comfortable. If you're looking for a gentle, loving companion who will happily share your couch, your heart, and maybe even your bed, Molly could be your perfect match! Give this sweet senior girl the happily-ever-after she deserves! Molly is fostered in the Cincinnati area. Her adoption fee is $300.00. To adopt this animal, please visit https://www.louieslegacy.org/adopt All of our animals come spayed or neutered, up to date on age appropriate vaccinations, are microchipped, heartworm negative, current on flea/tick and heartworm prevention, dewormed, and treated for any ailments found upon veterinary examination. The adoption fee covers a portion of these services, and makes it possible for us to continue rescuing animals. For more information on the adoption fees and the adoption process, please complete our adoption application here: https://www.louieslegacy.org/adopt - an application allows us to get to know your family better so we can assess whether the animal you are interested in is a good match for your home. An application does not obligate you to adopt. Please understand that due to the volume of applications some animals receive, we are unable to contact all applicants. If your application is considered a good fit for the animal you are interested in, or even a different pet, a volunteer will give you a call as soon as possible. We are a foster based rescue and do not have a shelter location where animals can be seen during the week. Please see our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LouiesLegacy for our weekly adoption album if you are interested in meeting an animal in person. Not all animals attend every adoption event, please check our Facebook page for animal event times and locations before you make a trip to meet a specific animal.

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A Doggie 4 You - OH transport stop

Cincinnati, OH 45201

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10.5 miles

Hay Dude Critter Rescue - OH transport

Cincinnati, OH 45220

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12.6 miles

Frankies Furry Friends Rescue

PO BOX 289, Alexandria, KY 41001

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15.3 miles

Louie's Legacy Animal Rescue

Cincinnati, OH 45247

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21.3 miles

Stray Haven

PO Box 571, Aurora, IN 47001

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43.2 miles

Pets of Ohio Rescue Team

Springboro, OH 45066

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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