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Maripily in TX

Shih Tzu

Female, 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:   approx 1 1/2  years old   Weight:  20  lbs My adoption fee is $ 675  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/September 23, 2026, 7:03 pm
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Suzy in TX

Shih Tzu

Female, 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:   approx 1 1/2 years old   Weight: 11  lbs My adoption fee is $ 625  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/September 23, 2026, 7:03 pm
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Tashi

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 4-12-2025 Tashi is a gorgeous little guy that loves everyone, likes toys and playing with his little friends. Tashi would love to have his own home! He is neutered, heartworm negative, received his ProHeart6 injection and up to date on shots. He will come with a total history of his medical records Tashi's adoption fee is 900.00 and his transport fee is 165.00. Our transport is HEARTS LLC, they are a wonderful transport and the only one we will use 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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Filena

Shih Tzu

Female, 4 yrs
Uxbridge, MA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
FILENA **Currently Available for Adoption!** Good with Kids & Dogs! Meet Filena! 4 yrs./12 lb./Female/Terrier Mix Name: Filena Age: 4 years Weight: 12 lbs Breed: Small Terrier Mix Status: Seeking a quiet castle, a cozy lap, and a human to call my very own ​ About Me Hi, I’m Filena—a happy, friendly little girl with a big personality and an even bigger heart. Sadly, I was failed by my previous owners. I was never spayed, and as a result, I developed mammary tumors that are now inoperable and could be cancerous. I also have one blind eye. It’s not the story anyone would have chosen for me, especially at only 4 years old—but I refuse to let it keep me from enjoying life. ​ And enjoy it I do! I’m a sweet, lovable little pup who adores attention, appreciates a good lap, and has plenty of personality packed into my tiny 12-pound body. More than anything, I’m ready to know what it feels like to truly belong to someone. ​ I have lived with other dogs, but I can be selective about my canine friends and, admittedly, a little bossy when the mood strikes. Because of that, my friends at Pawfect Life feel my happiest match would be a home where I can be the only dog. I’ve spent enough of my life settling for less than I deserved—now I’m ready to be the queen of my own castle and, more importantly, the queen of someone’s heart. ​ Best Qualities Happy, friendly, and affectionate Loves attention and being close to her people A first-rate lap companion Spunky, scruffy, and full of personality Small in size but overflowing with love Ready to become someone's devoted little sidekick ​ My Ideal Match I’m not asking for anything extravagant. Give me a peaceful home, a cozy place to curl up, plenty of love, and a person or family who will cherish me for exactly who I am. ​ I’d love to be your one and only pup, soaking up the attention I’ve been waiting so patiently for. My medical history may be part of my story, but it doesn't define who I am. I’m a happy little dog who is here today, loving life, and ready to love a family with my whole heart. ​ Deal Breakers Sharing my throne with another dog Someone that isn't prepared to accept me and my medical needs as they are Being anything less than a cherished member of the family ​ Fun Fact I may be looking for my own castle, but all I really need is a lap to call my throne. ❤️ ​ Special Note: There is no adoption fee for Filena. ​ What we want for this special girl can't be measured in dollars. Filena simply needs an approved application and a committed adopter who understands her circumstances and promises to love her exactly as she is and who will give her the loving home she deserves.
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Bentley and Bailey Hadley bonded pair

Shih Tzu

Female, Adult
Saunderstown, RI
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Adoption Donation   $ 999 pair Located: RI (Transportation costs included to the Northeast , plz ask for more details) Age: approx  5 years old   Bentley and Bailey are siblings and have been together their entire life. Unfortunately, their owner couldn’t keep them and turned them over to rescue.   If you are interested in adopting me, please fill out an application on our website  www.fohari.org  and email my foster parent for more information:  lauraraia74@gmail.com Please verify the location and readiness of this dog with us.  Because we save lives from various locations through out the United States, some dogs may not be in New England yet, nor ready for immediate adoption.   Our adoption application can be found here: https://fohari.org/application/  Our Adoption Process:   Go to our website and select the animal you are interested in. ALL animals are in foster homes as we do NOT have a  shelter where you can visit. Some animals are in foster care in New England, and some are located in other states. If the initials following the animals name are a state, then that is the state where the animal is located. If initials are not a state, then those are the initials of the foster home outside of New England and you will not be able to meet the animal ahead of time. Complete our online application You will be contacted by phone or email by the foster parent  or a member of our adoption team and will have the opportunity to find out more about the animal, and ask any questions that you have to ensure the animal is a good fit for your household. If the animal is local, you can meet the animal, but you would not be able to take the dog home until you are approved to adopt.  From our end, we will check references and schedule a home visit.  If you live in an apartment, or a condo, we will need to verify permission to own the animal from your landlord or condo board. Please let your vet’s office and references know we will be contacting them. If your  references are positive, we will schedule a home visit by a volunteer. Please try to accommodate the home visit volunteer as most  have busy schedules. Delays in the visit will result in a delay in the adoption. Once you are approved, you will receive an e-mail with your  adoption contract attached. This e-mail will have details about pick up, the balance of the adoption fee that is owed, etc. Please email your signed & witnessed contract and pay your adoption fee in full, and for any animals located out of state, you will be contacted for details about transport to New England. Once you have paid your adoption fee in full and sent back your contract, you can make arrangement to pick up your animal from the foster home or from transport depending on where the animal is located. Please bring a harness, collar, ID tag and leash when you are picking up the dog unless otherwise instructed by the foster parent. Our extensive approval process is intended to ensure the best fit between our animals and adopters. Friends of Homeless Animals (FOHA) reserves the right to deny any adoption application with or without disclosure of cause. Your adoption fee helps to cover the cost of all age appropriate vetting and transportation. FOHARI.ORG makes no explicit or implicit guarantees in reference to the health, temperament and/or the breed of the animal. The animal is adopted ‘as is’, and the adopter assumes all responsibility for treatment of any and all existing conditions or any other conditions of physical or temperament changes that may occur. FOHARI.ORG will provide the animal with the basic vaccines, heart worm test and sterilization of dogs and cats before adoption if the age and current health of the animal permits. While FOHARI.ORG makes every effort to place only healthy animals, FOHARI.ORG cannot guarantee the health of any animal, and shall not be held responsible for any medical expenses that may be incurred. Rescuer will provide information received from the veterinarian exam, observations on the temperament of the animal and a best guess of the breed. Friends of Homeless Animals Inc. (FOHA) ASK ABOUT OUR TRAINING REBATE! Thanks for caring How to Help:  If you would like to HELP any of our special rescued dogs by making a donation or to place a deposit for a dog, you can use this secure & safe site on Paypal - please click on symbol below:     How to Contact us:  By phone between the hours of 10 AM and 7PM at 401-234-4499 By Email at friendsoha@yahoo.com Enter the dogs name in the subject line. Thank you! FRIENDS of HOMELESS ANIMALS, INC.  is a RHODE ISLAND NON PROFIT 501 (C)(3) RESCUE September 24, 2026, 3:09 pm
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Cooper Kirkland

Shih Tzu

Male, Puppy
Saunderstown, RI
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Adoption Donation   $    699              Located:   Ms      (Transportation costs included to the Northeast , plz ask for more details )    Age: approx  8 months  old     Weight:  13 lbs     If you are interested in adopting me, please fill out an application on our website  www.fohari.org  and email my foster parent for more information:  friendsoha@yahoo.com Please verify the location and readiness of this dog with us.  Because we save lives from various locations through out the United States, some dogs may not be in New England yet, nor ready for immediate adoption.   Our adoption application can be found here: https://fohari.org/application/  Our Adoption Process:   Go to our website and select the animal you are interested in. ALL animals are in foster homes as we do NOT have a  shelter where you can visit. Some animals are in foster care in New England, and some are located in other states. If the initials following the animals name are a state, then that is the state where the animal is located. If initials are not a state, then those are the initials of the foster home outside of New England and you will not be able to meet the animal ahead of time. Complete our online application You will be contacted by phone or email by the foster parent  or a member of our adoption team and will have the opportunity to find out more about the animal, and ask any questions that you have to ensure the animal is a good fit for your household. If the animal is local, you can meet the animal, but you would not be able to take the dog home until you are approved to adopt.  From our end, we will check references and schedule a home visit.  If you live in an apartment, or a condo, we will need to verify permission to own the animal from your landlord or condo board. Please let your vet’s office and references know we will be contacting them. If your  references are positive, we will schedule a home visit by a volunteer. Please try to accommodate the home visit volunteer as most  have busy schedules. Delays in the visit will result in a delay in the adoption. Once you are approved, you will receive an e-mail with your  adoption contract attached. This e-mail will have details about pick up, the balance of the adoption fee that is owed, etc. Please email your signed & witnessed contract and pay your adoption fee in full, and for any animals located out of state, you will be contacted for details about transport to New England. Once you have paid your adoption fee in full and sent back your contract, you can make arrangement to pick up your animal from the foster home or from transport depending on where the animal is located. Please bring a harness, collar, ID tag and leash when you are picking up the dog unless otherwise instructed by the foster parent. Our extensive approval process is intended to ensure the best fit between our animals and adopters. Friends of Homeless Animals (FOHA) reserves the right to deny any adoption application with or without disclosure of cause. Your adoption fee helps to cover the cost of all age appropriate vetting and transportation. FOHARI.ORG makes no explicit or implicit guarantees in reference to the health, temperament and/or the breed of the animal. The animal is adopted ‘as is’, and the adopter assumes all responsibility for treatment of any and all existing conditions or any other conditions of physical or temperament changes that may occur. FOHARI.ORG will provide the animal with the basic vaccines, heart worm test and sterilization of dogs and cats before adoption if the age and current health of the animal permits. While FOHARI.ORG makes every effort to place only healthy animals, FOHARI.ORG cannot guarantee the health of any animal, and shall not be held responsible for any medical expenses that may be incurred. Rescuer will provide information received from the veterinarian exam, observations on the temperament of the animal and a best guess of the breed. Friends of Homeless Animals Inc. (FOHA) ASK ABOUT OUR TRAINING REBATE! Thanks for caring How to Help:  If you would like to HELP any of our special rescued dogs by making a donation or to place a deposit for a dog, you can use this secure & safe site on Paypal - please click on symbol below:     How to Contact us:  By phone between the hours of 10 AM and 7PM at 401-234-4499 By Email at friendsoha@yahoo.com Enter the dogs name in the subject line. Thank you! FRIENDS of HOMELESS ANIMALS, INC.  is a RHODE ISLAND NON PROFIT 501 (C)(3) RESCUE September 24, 2026, 3:09 pm

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Olivia

Papillon

Female, 2 mos
Johnston, 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
Meet Oreo & Olivia! Adoption Fee: $599 Includes Transport Adoption Application - Copy & Paste https://forms.gle/FmtRtYxQNnemdkdw9. Oreo and Olivia are an adorable brother-and-sister duo of Papillon mix puppies looking for their forever families! Born around June 25, these little ones are tiny bundles of sweetness. They currently weigh only 4–5 pounds each, and we don’t expect them to be very big when fully grown. They are in a foster home with dogs, cats and kids and get along with everyone. Oreo and Olivia are happy, playful little pups who are ready to leave puppyhood behind with families of their very own. Whether you’re looking for sweet little Oreo or darling Olivia, either one would love to become your new best friend. If you’re interested in adopting Oreo or Olivia, please send in an adoption application. Here's the adoption application, please copy & paste. https://forms.gle/FmtRtYxQNnemdkdw9 Paws of Dixie Animal Rescue adopts local and in the New England area. Our adoption fee includes the spay/neuter, up to date shots, Microchip, Alabama Health Certificate, and the transport service to get the new family pet to you. PDAR.info@gmail.com COMPLETED APPLICATIONS TAKE PRECEDENCE OVER INQUIRIES. If you are interested in adopting, the FIRST step is to complete an application. Please be advised that our volunteers are busy rescuing, transporting, and caring for our animals. We will respond to your application as soon as possible. Upon review of your application, the rescue in AL will contact you, so you can ask any specific questions that you may have. NOTE: All Paws of Dixie animals are located in AL foster homes. If there is more than one decision maker in the home, all of them should be in agreement. We DO NOT adopt to anyone under the age of 21

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5.4 miles

Small Dog Rescue of New England Inc.

Cranston, RI 02920

Pet Types: dogs

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8 miles

Beebe Humane Society RI Transport

Email Only, Greenville, RI 02828

Pet Types: dogs

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20.8 miles

Pawfect Life Rescue

195 Old Millville Road, Uxbridge, MA 01569

Pet Types: dogs

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22.1 miles

Friends of Homeless Animals of RI, Inc.(FOHA)

Saunderstown, RI 02874

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

25.2 miles

Forever Home Rescue New England

Medfield, MA 02052

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

28 miles

Brown Dog Coalition and Rescue Ltd (License # - 0042)

Hopkinton, MA 01748

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

28.4 miles

One More Last Chance - CT transport

Plainfield, CT 06374

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

33.3 miles

All Paws on Deck

Griswold, CT 06351

Pet Types: dogs

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39 miles

Broken Tail Rescue, Inc.

Broken Tail Rescue, P.O. Box 60296, Worcester, MA 01606

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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42.4 miles

Second Chance Animal Services

111 Young Rd, E. Brookfield, MA 01515

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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