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Shih Tzu puppies and dogs in Worcester, Massachusetts

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Hercules

Shih Tzu Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup)

Male, 3 yrs 3 mos
E. Brookfield, MA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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Story
Hercules lives up to his name — strong, loyal, and fiercely devoted to the one he loves most. This handsome pup forms deep bonds with his person and thrives in a calm, one-on-one environment where he can truly shine.Due to his protective nature, Hercules needs a home with a single adult owner who understands dog behavior and can provide firm, consistent guidance. He becomes very attached to his person and may act defensively around strangers or other animals. But once he trusts you, you’ll have a loving, loyal companion who’s always by your side.Hercules would do best in a quiet home without a lot of visitors or chaos. He’s smart, trainable, and eager to please — he just needs the right environment to feel safe and thrive. No apartments or condos
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Mister

Shih Tzu Mixed Breed (Small)

Male, 2 yrs 7 mos
Hopkinton, MA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Mister 💙 Mister is a small dog with a big heart who is just beginning to discover how wonderful life can be. He came to us severely matted, but after a much-needed makeover, he’s feeling so much better and ready to start his next chapter. Mister is a nervous guy and is looking for a dog-experienced adult home where he can feel safe and supported. Because of his rough past, he can be unsure about handling at first, but with patience, kindness, and respect for his boundaries, he continues to gain confidence every day. Treats and toys are the way to Mister’s heart! With their help, he’s warming up to new people quickly and learning that humans can be gentle, loving, and fun. Once he’s comfortable, Mister shows his true personality — an active, playful, and very cuddly little guy who loves to be close to his people. Mister just needs a patient, understanding home that will give him the time and space he needs to blossom into the happy companion he’s meant to be. The reward? A loyal best friend who will love you deeply. 🐾 Mister will be neutered on Tuesday, 1/6, and will be ready to go home after that.
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Ollie

Shih Tzu Havanese

Male, 7 mos
Dayville, CT
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Oliver, also known as Ollie, is a gorgeous Havanese mix male that is between 6-10 months old. Ollie was found wandering the streets of south Texas when a good Samaritan found him and got him safe. Unfortunately, nobody came forward for him. While adorable, don’t let this boy fool you. He is very energetic and active. He is full of puppy energy. Oliver is the little energizer bunny that doesn’t know when to stop sometimes. If you know active dogs, a bored dog can be a bad dog. Ollie is not a bad dog, but he does need a family that has patience that will work with him on his training and proper exercising/playing. Ollie is a little spazzy. He goes so fast he forgets to look around him and notice what or who he is next to, so sometimes he is known for scaring himself. He is absolutely LOVES snuggles. The foster has said this about him: Quirks? He tilts his head and stares at you when he is trying to get your attention then will launch himself at you with kisses. He constantly needs reassurance. Temperament? Loves and needs to be around people more often than not. Very playful. Crate Trained? Yes, but he does not like the kennel at all. He does not seem to appreciate being out of sight from his humans. Will whine until he calms himself down. House trained? Yes Kids? Ideally older ones who can play with him and give him lots of attention and play time Other dogs? He can be a lot around other dogs that are not as playful, he needs another dog that can guide him and/or match his energy Cats? He has not been cat tested, but he may be a bit too energetic for most cats. He loves his dog bed and enjoys car rides. Ollie needs a loving, adventurous, and patient home that will offer him reassurance, lots of cuddles and the ability to grow into the kind, amazing boy that he truly is. Ollie will be neutered, heart worm tested, current on rabies vaccine, parvo/distemper vaccine, bordatella, current on flea/tick and heart worm prevention, dewormed, and microchipped. He will receive a clean bill of health from a veterinarian prior to adoption. To apply to adopt you can go to our website at: www.pawsitive-Impact-animal-rescue.org This animal is currently located in Texas, but we do NOT adopt animals out in Texas due to the hundreds of animals being euthanized here daily. We do adopt in Central US and the East Coast. The adoption fee listed INCLUDES transport from Texas to the location where this animal is posted in. Transport goes to the following locations: Albany, NY Wells and Brattleboro, VT Willington, CT Port Chester, NY Dayon and Akron, OH Grove City and Bloomsburg, PA Ridgefield and Mt Laurel, NJ White Marsh and Falls Church, MD We have happily adopted hundreds of animals this way (long distance), and we do our best to make sure the animal you are applying for is best fit for your home.
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DeChen

Shih Tzu

Male, Puppy
Greenville, RI
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
DOB 4-30-2025 DeChen is looking for his new home and Mom! He's a beautiful Shih Tzu with a good personality, loves to play and gets along with others. DeChen is complete on all medical, up to date on shots, neutered, heartworm negative and has received a ProHeart6 preventative injection. This boy will come with all his registration and medical papers. His adoption fee is 900.00, his transport fee is 165.00. Our transport is HEARTS LLC, they are the best and deliver to East Coast every other week. The first step in the adoption process is to fill out an online adoption application. You can find a copy of that application here. We sometimes receive a lot of interest on an animal and can't always reply to each email in a timely manner. An application does not obligate you to adopt from us, but it does show that you are serious about the adoption process. Please remember we are all volunteers. After you submit your application please allow a few days for a volunteer to review your application. During this time your vet reference will be checked and a volunteer with determine if it is the best match for you and the animal. Applications are not approved on a first come, first serve basis. We match up the best home for the animal, so even if the pet has other applications, this does not mean he/she will be adopted to that home. Once your application has been approved a volunteer with contact you to set up a phone interview. This is the perfect time for you to ask any questions you have about the adoption process and the animal you are interested in.
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SYDNEY

Shih Tzu Australian Cattle Dog

Female, Puppy
North Providence, RI
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
My name is Sydney and I am a Shih Tzu/Blue Heeler mix girl. That was determined with DNA. My mom is a Shih Tzu and my dad a Blue Heeler. I am active, smart, friendly and happy! I am good with other dogs and people. My foster mom does not know about cats though! I do need another young dog to live and play with. I would pester an older dog.  I am current on shots, neutered, microchipped and working on potty training. My adoption fee is $550. To apply, please complete an application form and send to sdrapplications@gmail.com   https://www.bijouxelegance.com/shereesdogrescue/SDR_Application_03-17-2016.pdfYou can send an APPLICATION FORM  by email at: shereesdogrescue@gmail.com, or by fax at:  469-453-3331.  For more information, please call Linda at 972-658-2487.November 4, 2025, 9:18 pm
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BANFF

Shih Tzu Australian Cattle Dog

Male, Puppy
North Providence, RI
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
My name is Banff and I am a Shih Tzu/Blue Heeler mix boy. That was determined with DNA. My mom is a Shih Tzu and my dad a Blue Heeler. I am active, smart, friendly and happy! I am good with other dogs and people. My foster mom does not know about cats though! I do need another young dog to play with. I would not be good with an older dog as I play a lot and would pester them. I am current on shots, neutered, microchipped and working on potty training. My adoption fee is $550. To apply, please complete an application form and send to sdrapplications@gmail.com https://www.bijouxelegance.com/shereesdogrescue/SDR_Application_03-17-2016.pdfYou can send an APPLICATION FORM  by email at: shereesdogrescue@gmail.com, or by fax at:  469-453-3331.  For more information, please call Linda at 972-658-2487.November 4, 2025, 9:18 pm

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Callisto

Lhasa Apso

Female, 1 yr
Worcester, MA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Callisto — an 8-pound, 1-year-old Lhasa Apso mix who appears to be powered by zoomies, squeaky toys, and pure enthusiasm for existence. 🚀🐾 At just 1 year old, this Lhasa Apso mix is basically a jumping bean who briefly pauses her parkour activities for cuddles and checking in on her human before resuming liftoff. She’s a pro at: • Couch parkour • Stuffed-toy wrestling • Snow zoomies • Claiming laps as her personal property Potty training is going great, and foster mom is helping her learn that human hands are not chew toys (squeakers = yes, fingers = no). She’s happy to greet new friends on the floor, but if you’re holding her? Congratulations, you’ve been chosen. She may feel the need to announce that you belong to her now. Callisto would thrive with an adopter who appreciates a spirited and affectionate pup who loves hard, plays harder, and believes laps are a limited resource worth protecting. If you’re ready for nonstop laughs, endless cuddles, and an 8-pound blur of joy, Callisto is ready to bounce straight into your heart. 💥💛 If you are interested in finding out more about Callisto, please fill out an adoption application by copying and pasting the following link into your browser: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/BRO/Dog Callisto is being fostered in Auburn, MA. The adoption fee is $500. Like Broken Tail Rescue on Facebook!. Follow Broken Tail Rescue on Instagram! Visual breed identification in dogs is unreliable, so for most of the dogs, we are only guessing at the predominant breed or breed mix. We get to know each dog as an individual and will do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality, not by breed label. We expect that all adopted dogs will enroll in a formal dog training class with their new owners. Obedience and training classes are an excellent way to learn more about your newly adopted dog, gain handling and training experience, and improve your relationship with your pet.

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Shih Tzu shelters & rescues in Worcester, Massachusetts

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12.8 miles

Second Chance Animal Services

111 Young Rd, E. Brookfield, MA 01515

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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14.3 miles

Baypath Humane Society

500 Legacy Farms North, Hopkinton, MA 01748

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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29.5 miles

P.I. Animal Rescue : Dayville, CT Transport Location

Dayville, CT 06241

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

30.5 miles

Beebe Humane Society RI

Email Only, Greenville, RI 02828

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

35.7 miles

Sheree's Dog Rescue - Rhode Island

North Providence, RI 02904

Pet Types: dogs

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Shelter

37 miles

Providence Animal Rescue League

34 Elbow St., Providence, RI 02903

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Shelter

38.7 miles

Cranston Animal Shelter

920 Phenix Avenue, Cranston, RI 02921

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Rescue

39.4 miles

Small Dog Rescue of New England Inc.

Cranston, RI 02920

Pet Types: dogs

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41.9 miles

Furbaby Ranch Rhode Island Chapter

Coventry, RI 02816

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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42.1 miles

One More Last Chance - CT transport

Plainfield, CT 06374

Pet Types: dogs

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