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Shih Tzu puppies and dogs in Cranston, Rhode Island

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These Shih Tzus are available in Cranston, Rhode Island.
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Clyde in TX

Shih Tzu

Male, Young
Cranston, RI
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Age:   1 year old  Weight: 22  lbs  My adoption fee is $ 725 which includes transportation charges to the Northeast     If you serious about adopting, the first step is to fill out an adoption application on our website:   https://www.smalldogrescuene.org/November 24, 2025, 5:55 pm

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These Shih Tzus are available for adoption close to Cranston, Rhode Island.
We'll also keep you updated on Clyde in TX's adoption status with email updates.
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Clyde in TX

Shih Tzu

Male, Young
Cranston, RI
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Age:   1 year old  Weight: 22  lbs  My adoption fee is $ 725 which includes transportation charges to the Northeast     If you serious about adopting, the first step is to fill out an adoption application on our website:   https://www.smalldogrescuene.org/November 24, 2025, 5:55 pm
We'll also keep you updated on SEFFY in RHODE ISLAND's adoption status with email updates.
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SEFFY in RHODE ISLAND

Shih Tzu

Female, 2 yrs
West Warwick, RI
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
Meet SEFFY in Rhode Island STILL AVAILABLE!! DO NOT MISS THIS GEM. A REAL KEEPER she also has her 1 yo son here in RI up for adoption....see Carter on listings ******** MUST LIVE CLOSE NEAR TO RHODE ISLAND******* Do not use their link ASK ABOUT ME, BUT RATHER, send an application ASAP WE WILL NOT RESPOND TO EMAIL WITHOUT A COMPLETED APPLICATION. Submit your application by going to our website: https://justdoodlesandfriends.org/ ADOPTION FEE: $625. Must live close in to RI This supports all rescue dogs for vetting, foods and whatever they need. We are all volunteers. SEFFY is a 2 year old, sweet, laid back full bred Shihtzu we brought up from Arkansas. She is fully vetted and spayed. She loves the outside and laying in the sun. She is a wonderful cuddler looking for someone who has a lap for her. She is easy going and has decompressed from her trip up north and now bouncing around here home, tail up and wagging and giving tons of kisses! She loves toys and playing with other dogs too. Seffy i smart and an absolutely wonderful companion! She does gets along all dogs and has been surrounded by them all her life as she was used as a breeding dog and now she is retired and wants a home to call hers.. . If this sweet gently dog sounds like one you want, HURRY UP. SHE IS IN RHODE ISLAND READY FOR ADOPTION. Her son, Carter, who looks just like her, will be in Rhode Island shortly and also up for adoption. We would allow someone to adopt both if they choose, but not necessary, just throwing it out there for anyone looking for multiples. OUR PROCEDURE: We will choose the dog's possible family as soon as we see a match. We will phone you and further discuss . The dog will be in Rhode Island for a meet and greet. Please realize, it is our goal to get the dogs into the right homes as soon as possible and no shows are not good for the dogs and other serious dog families. If you can provide a FABULOUS home please file our free application (see link above) and tell us why we should let you adopt our wonderful rescue. The more you tell us the better picture we have of the home you can provide for our rescue Once we have reviewed your application and think it is a match we will notify you. Please understand that as these dogs are fostered we do get to know them and have a good idea of their forever home. We do save applications, but you may put multiple names on one application. If you have already applied in the past, then please send us a message with your name and what dog you are now interested in being considered for and we will pull off the server. We do not choose by a first come first serve basis. So if the dog is still up on the site, consider the dog AVAILABLE. We do take down quickly when adopted. If you don't see any information you need to know, we probably don't have an answer....like cats...idk... AGAIN: ADOPTION FEE: $625 Submit your application by going to our website: https://justdoodlesandfriends.org/ EMAIL: justdoodlesrescue@yahoo.com
We'll also keep you updated on LATHE is PENDING ADOPTION's adoption status with email updates.
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LATHE is PENDING ADOPTION

Shih Tzu

Male, 10 mos
West Warwick, RI
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
Meet LATHE in Rhode Island HE IS PRESENTLY PENDING ADOPTION FOR SAT. DEC 6. NOTE: HE IS A VERY SMALL DOG ******** MUST LIVE CLOSE IN TO RHODE ISLAND******* Do not use their link ASK ABOUT ME, BUT RATHER, send an application ASAP WE WILL NOT RESPOND TO EMAIL WITHOUT A COMPLETED APPLICATION. Submit your application by going to our website: https://justdoodlesandfriends.org/ ADOPTION FEE: $625. Must live close in to RI This supports all rescue dogs for vetting, foods and whatever they need. We are all volunteers. LATHE is under 1 year and very small but mighty in personality. He is playful, fun and loving. He loves the outside, toys and cuddles. He has never met a stranger he does not love. He is fully vetted and microchipped and ready for a home for the holidays. DO NOT MISS OUT ON THIS BOY, OUR PROCEDURE: We will choose the dog's possible family as soon as we see a match. We will phone you and further discuss . The dog will be in Rhode Island for a meet and greet. Please realize, it is our goal to get the dogs into the right homes as soon as possible and no shows are not good for the dogs and other serious dog families. If you can provide a FABULOUS home please file our free application (see link above) and tell us why we should let you adopt our wonderful rescue. The more you tell us the better picture we have of the home you can provide for our rescue Once we have reviewed your application and think it is a match we will notify you. Please understand that as these dogs are fostered we do get to know them and have a good idea of their forever home. We do save applications, but you may put multiple names on one application. If you have already applied in the past, then please send us a message with your name and what dog you are now interested in being considered for and we will pull off the server. We do not choose by a first come first serve basis. So if the dog is still up on the site, consider the dog AVAILABLE. We do take down quickly when adopted. If you don't see any information you need to know, we probably don't have an answer....like cats...idk... AGAIN: ADOPTION FEE: $625 Submit your application by going to our website: https://justdoodlesandfriends.org/ EMAIL: justdoodlesrescue@yahoo.com
We'll also keep you updated on CARTER in RHODE ISLAND's adoption status with email updates.
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CARTER in RHODE ISLAND

Shih Tzu

Male, 2 yrs
West Warwick, RI
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
Meet CARTER in Rhode Island (note: Carter is the son of Steffy, 2yo also listed and up for adoption) ******** MUST LIVE CLOSE NEAR TO RHODE ISLAND******* Do not use their link ASK ABOUT ME, BUT RATHER, send an application ASAP WE WILL NOT RESPOND TO EMAIL WITHOUT A COMPLETED APPLICATION. Submit your application by going to our website: https://justdoodlesandfriends.org/ ADOPTION FEE: $625. Must live close in to RI This supports all rescue dogs for vetting, foods and whatever they need. We are all volunteers. CARTER is a 1 year old, sweet, full bred Shihtzu we brought up from Arkansas. He is fully vetted and neutered. He loves the outside and laying in the sun. He is a wonderful cuddler looking for someone to love on him.. He loves toys and playing with other dogs too. Carter is smart and an absolutely wonderful companion! He does gets along all dogs and wants a home to call his own... . If this sweet gently dog sounds like one you want, HURRY UP. HE IS IN RHODE ISLAND READY FOR ADOPTION. His mom, Steffy,, who looks just like him and is also in Rhode Island and up for adoption. We would allow someone to adopt both if they choose(discounted for 2), but not necessary, just throwing it out there for anyone looking for multiples. OUR PROCEDURE: We will choose the dog's possible family as soon as we see a match. We will phone you and further discuss . The dog will be in Rhode Island for a meet and greet. Please realize, it is our goal to get the dogs into the right homes as soon as possible and no shows are not good for the dogs and other serious dog families. If you can provide a FABULOUS home please file our free application (see link above) and tell us why we should let you adopt our wonderful rescue. The more you tell us the better picture we have of the home you can provide for our rescue Once we have reviewed your application and think it is a match we will notify you. Please understand that as these dogs are fostered we do get to know them and have a good idea of their forever home. We do save applications, but you may put multiple names on one application. If you have already applied in the past, then please send us a message with your name and what dog you are now interested in being considered for and we will pull off the server. We do not choose by a first come first serve basis. So if the dog is still up on the site, consider the dog AVAILABLE. We do take down quickly when adopted. If you don't see any information you need to know, we probably don't have an answer....like cats...idk... AGAIN: ADOPTION FEE: $625 Submit your application by going to our website: https://justdoodlesandfriends.org/ EMAIL: justdoodlesrescue@yahoo.com
We'll also keep you updated on SYDNEY's adoption status with email updates.
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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
We'll also keep you updated on BANFF's adoption status with email updates.
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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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Small Dog Rescue of New England Inc.

Cranston, RI 02920

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Just Doodles and Friends

West Warwick, RI 02893

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6.3 miles

Sheree's Dog Rescue - Rhode Island

North Providence, RI 02904

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6.5 miles

Providence Animal Rescue League

34 Elbow St., Providence, RI 02903

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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11.4 miles

Vintage Pet Rescue

Foster, RI 02825

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22.1 miles

One More Last Chance - CT transport

Plainfield, CT 06374

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23.1 miles

Pawfect Life Rescue

195 Old Millville Road, Uxbridge, MA 01569

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23.8 miles

KLR NORTH EAST

Wakefield, RI 02879

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39.2 miles

As Sweet As A Peach Animal Rescue

72 Nicholas Rd Apt 34, Framingham, MA 01701

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42.3 miles

Second Chance Animal Services

111 Young Rd, E. Brookfield, MA 01515

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