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Shih Tzu puppies and dogs in Utica, Michigan

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Milo

Shih Tzu

Male, Senior
St. Clair Shores, MI
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,
Story
Milo's world turned upside down when his mom passed away and his dad was placed in a nursing home, the family decided the right thing to do is to get him to SAVeD Rescue to find a new forever home. Milo is a sweet boy, loves children and just wants to sit right next to his person. He is neutered and will be up to date on his vaccines and microchipped. 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲: https://airtable.com/appRel0u6Xk5zFI8e/shrgRzyCwZOVjZUxp *If the link does not work copy and paste into your search bar.
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Buttercup

Shih Tzu Chihuahua

Female, 8 mos
Royal Oak, MI
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Buttercup and her sister and brother, Bubbles and Brodie were surrendered to a kill shelter because their owners just had too many and couldn’t find homes on their own. Their mom is a long-haired Chihuahua and their daddy is a Shih Tzu and they were born on February 2nd this year so they are 8 months old. Buttercup has been spayed, is up-to-date on vaccines and heartworm negative. She’s also microchipped. She weighs just under 7 pounds and is probably full grown now. Buttercup is great at the Vet and The Groomer and loves riding in the car. She needs a little practice on the leash and she’s making great progress on house training. Buttercup is a little bossy but plays great with her brother and sister. we feel like she would be fine with other dogs after getting to know them but would always want to be the boss. She would be fine with older children, and we are not sure about cats but the bossy part would be the same at first. If you would like to give this super affectionate love bug her forever home, please email omlc7@hotmail.com or dogs4mylife@gmail.com. If you do not see a response, please check your spam folder.
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Bubbles

Shih Tzu Chihuahua

Female, Puppy
Royal Oak, MI
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Bubbles and her sister and brother, Buttercup and Brodie were surrendered to a kill shelter because their owners just had too many and couldn’t find homes on their own. Their mom is a long-haired Chihuahua and their daddy is a Shih Tzu and they were born on February 2nd this year so they are 8 months old. Bubbles has been spayed, is up-to-date on vaccines and heartworm negative. She’s also microchipped. She weighs just under 9 pounds and is probably full grown now. Bubbles is great at the Vet and The Groomer and loves riding in the car. She needs a little practice on the leash and she’s making great progress on house training. Although and three pups are extremely sweet, Bubbles is a most friendly and a super snuggler! She plays great with her brother and sister and we feel like she would be fine with other dogs after getting to know them. She would do well with older children and we have not had her around cats but we feel like she would be fine with proper introduction. If you would like to give this super affectionate love bug her forever home, please email omlc7@hotmail.com or dogs4mylife@gmail.com. If you do not see a response, please check your spam folder.
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Jinny

Shih Tzu

Female, 8 mos
Oakland, MI
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
Meet Jinny – Your Happy, Wiggly Shadow!  Jinny is an 8-month-old, 11-pound Shih Tzu mix. She was found as a stray on the streets of Detroit and never reclaimed, this sweet girl hasn’t let her past dim her sunshine. She’s social, affectionate, and ready to find the forever family she deserves. Jinny is a very submissive, loving little lady who will happily roll over to show her belly when meeting new friends. She truly enjoys people and greets new faces with a wiggly body and bright eyes. She’s energetic and playful, still very much a puppy and is looking for an active family who will embrace her joyful spirit. She does well with other dogs that are tolerant of her youthful energy and playful nature, though she would not be the best match for senior dogs who prefer peace and quiet. Jinny could do well with dog-savvy children who understand how to respectfully interact with a small dog. She doesn’t seem to mind cats either. Jinny has demonstrated a good understanding of house manners and is crate trained. As a young pup, she’ll benefit from continued consistency and positive reinforcement—especially when it comes to leash walking, as she’s still learning her outdoor etiquette. At this time, she would do best in a home with a physical fenced yard where she can safely burn off some of her puppy energy. She is not a good fit for tethering. Like many Shih Tzu mixes, Jinny will require regular grooming to keep her coat healthy and comfortable. This sweet girl is ready to trade her stray days for couch cuddles, backyard zoomies, and a lifetime of love. If you’re an active family looking for a loyal, happy companion to grow with you, Jinny may just be your perfect match. Jinny is:Current on Bordetella, Distemper, and RabiesDewormedHeartworm Tested: NegativeReceiving Heartworm and Flea PreventionMicrochippedScheduled for spay surgery at our partner Veterinary office in Chesterfield on 2/20.ADOPTION FEE: $400 IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN THIS PET, PLEASE COMPLETE THE APPROPRIATE APPLICATION FOUND ON OUR WEBSITE HTTP://FUREVERTAILS.COM. Unfortunately, at this time we are not currently adopting outside of the state of MI. We process applications ONLY - there is no guarantee that you will get a response to an inquiry. Many of the animals in our foster program come to us with limited or unknown histories. We make every effort to evaluate each animal’s temperament and behavior, including testing their interactions with other dogs, cats, and children (defined as individuals under the age of 18, when available). However, every animal is unique—just as every child and household environment is different. While we strive to set both our foster animals and adoptive families up for success through thorough assessments and transparent communication, **we cannot guarantee any specific behavioral outcome**. Animals can be unpredictable by nature, and behavior may change in new environments or over time. By proceeding with adoption or foster placement, applicants acknowledge and accept this inherent risk and agree that no guarantees, either expressed or implied, are made regarding the temperament or behavior of any animal placed through our program. FUREVER TAILS IS A NON-PROFIT, NO-KILL, FOSTER HOME BASED ANIMAL RESCUE BASED OUT OF OAKLAND TOWNSHIP, MI. OUR FOSTER ANIMALS ARE LIVING IN FOSTER HOMES AND TREATED LIKE FAMILY UNTIL THEY FIND THEIR OWN FUREVER FAMILIES. OUR ADOPTION PROECESS REQUIRES AN APPLICATION TO BE COMPLETED AND APPROVED BEFORE A MEET-N-GREET WITH THE ANIMAL CAN TAKE PLACE. ADOPTION FEES ARE NECESSARY TO HELP US COVER VETTING COSTS FOR OUR RESCUED ANIMALS. ##2657122##
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Cooper

Shih Tzu

Male, Senior
Pontiac, MI
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
FOR MY PETFINDER.COM FRIENDS, PLEASE CONTACT THE SHELTER AT (248) 858-1070 FOR MORE INFORMATION. MY ID NUMBER IS #401626.I am Bonded with my brother Bear. Primary Color: Black Secondary Color: Grey Weight: 19.4 Age: 8yrs 0mths 0wks
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Dracula

Shih Tzu

Male, Adult
Detroit, MI
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Dracula — the perfectly pint-sized mix of sweet and spicy, looking for someone who gets him. Don’t be fooled by the name — he’s not out for blood, just love. Once he feels safe, this quirky little guy will melt right into you, showing his softer, snuggly side. Dracula is housebroken, well-mannered, and happiest as the star of the show — no other pets, please. He does best in a calm, low-traffic home without children, where he can build trust at his own pace. He may be cautious at first and a little nippy when nervous, but with patience and kindness, he transforms into the most loyal little shadow you’ll ever have. About Dracula: -Potty trained and well-behaved at home -Prefers to be the only dog -Needs a calm, child-free home -Shy at first but deeply affectionate once he bonds -Loves belly rubs, ear scratches, and cozy snuggles Dracula’s a tiny dog with a huge heart — he just needs someone patient enough to help him shine. Once he chooses you, he’s yours for life. Adoption is $350, which includes spay/neuter at our vet, vaccines, dewormer, microchip, and clean bill of health. Although we work to potty train all of our dogs, we cannot guarantee full house training before adoption. Regression is a normal part of transitioning to a new home. APPLY on our WEBSITE: Rebeldogsdetroit.com/applytoadopt Rebeldogsdetroit.com/becomeafoster

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Fluffy

Lhasa Apso

Female, Adult
Utica, MI
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Best girl Ever.FLUFFY   WANT THE PERFECT COMPANION? THEN FLUFFY IS THE GIRL FOR YOU..   She is a Lhasa Apso about 8 y/o, 14 pounds and just the cutest little snuggle bug ever. She came to us as an owner give up through no fault of her own and would love a family with no small children, and no long periods of time alone and someone who loves to walk. Thats her favorite thing in the world. And playing, too. She loves to sleep in bed and get warm and snuggly and is a perfect sleep mate.  She is everything you could want in a companion. Loving, playful, lap dog, walking partner, pee pad trained, loves attention, comes when you call , She’s everything good.  Shes’ spayed, UTD on vaccines and will be ready for adoption   Fluffy will be at Petsmart, Utica most Saturdays from 12-2 pm for meet and greets. Alternate times may be arranged with an approved application found on our website. www: MakingMiraclesAnimalRescue.org or for more info: email: MMARPaws@gmail.com Hope to see you soon.   Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.  ********************************************************************************** We show some of our adoptable dogs at PetSmart, Utica, each Saturday between the hours of 11:00am and 3:00pm.  Cats typically don't do well at events, so they only attend with a pre-approved meet and greet appointment. If you are interested in a particular pet, we suggest you email: mmarpaws@gmail.com to see if that pet will be there.   Applications are approved on the basis of the best and most appropriate home for the animal, not on a first come, first served basis. On site adoption available to pre-approved applicants only.   Adoption fees go towards vaccines, heartworm prevention/testing, flea/tick prevention, spay/neuter and other medical problems that may arise.   MMAR is an all volunteer, foster based, 501 (c) 3, non profit organization. Without your donation, wonderful pets like these have to be passed by because we cannot afford their care.   If you would like to donate please send donation to: MMAR Box 180155 Utica, MI 48318   Donate online at https://www.sanilacscoopers.org/   Please email us at mmarpaws@gmail.com for additional information or to set up special appointments February 13, 2026, 4:08 pm

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Shih Tzu shelters & rescues in Utica, Michigan

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SAVeD Rescue

St. Clair Shores, MI 48081

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

11.3 miles

Rescue Riders Cooperative MI

Royal Oak, MI 48068

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

11.8 miles

Furever Tails Animal Rescue

Oakland, MI 48363

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Shelter

13.4 miles

Oakland Pet Adoption Center

1200 N. Telegraph Rd, Bldg. 42E, Pontiac, MI 48341

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

17.7 miles

Rebel Dogs Detroit

Detroit, MI 48202

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

21 miles

Canine Companions Rescue Center

Clarkston, MI 48348

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

26.3 miles

Waggin' Tails Dog Rescue

PO Box 438, Northville, MI 48167

Pet Types: dogs

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Shelter

40.5 miles

Humane Society of Huron Valley

3100 Cherry Hill Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Rescue

48.4 miles

Homeward Bound Rescue

PO Box 256, Brights Grove, ON N0N 1C0

Pet Types: dogs

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