Shih Tzu puppies and dogs in Woonsocket, Rhode Island

Meet RJ! We're not sure if RJ stands Ridiculously Judicious or Real Jackpot, but we are sure that he's super duper cute and an absolute love. RJ is a senior boy and tends to be pretty chill and calm, but he's up for a slow walk around the neighborhood. RJ came in with another dog who he does well with but is not bonded to - they can be adopted together or separately. RJ has no experience with cats, but would likely do well after a slow and thoughtful introduction to ensure the safety and comfort of all animals involved. He is a little shy at times so would benefit from a teens+ home. **if you are interested in adopting, please complete an adopter's profile at parl.org and come in during our open hours (Wednesday-Sunday, 12-4)**

PLEASE NOTE: This dog is currently out of state but will be transported to Massachusetts shortly with no additional travel costs. Roughly 90% of our dogs are adopted prior to their transport up to MA and 10% are adopted locally.Meet Buddy! Buddy is a 10 year old, 12 pound dog who likely has some Shih Tzu and possibly Yorkie in his mix. He was surrendered after his family could no longer care for him. He is doing great on house-training, crate-training, and leash walking. He could join families with teens, cats, and other small calm dogs. He just has FHO surgery and will need some physical therapy for that. As a senior dog, he also has cataracts.No apartments, please!His foster says, `Buddy is a handsome senior fellow with spunk looking for a loving forever family/ human!Buddy is the total package, all around good boy.`He is available for adoption in N Dartmouth on November 9th. Please fill out an application on our website at https://www.browndogcoalition.com/adoptable as a first step.-Dogs may not be given as gifts or surprises.-Please thoughtfully discuss with your entire household the physical, safety, financial and emotional responsibilities of a dog BEFORE applying to adopt.- More information about our adoption process, application and adoption fees can be found at browndogcoalition.com

***PLEASE DO NOT FILL OUT AN APPLICATION UNLESS YOU ARE SERIOUSLY INTERESTED IN ADOPTING, PLEASE READ THE BIO IN FULL TO UNDERSTAND WHERE MARLEY IS, HOW TRANSPORT WORKS*** 🩵 Meet Marley — AKA Mar Mar! The Fluffiest Little Chaos Nugget You'll Ever Meet! 🩵 Approximately 9 weeks old | 4.3 lbs as of October 28, 2026 | Male Shih Tzu Puppy | Dog-Friendly | Cat-Friendly | Kid-Friendly Stop what you're doing and prepare yourself for the cutest little ball of fluff! 😍🐾 Meet Marley, affectionately known as Mar Mar, a ridiculously adorable, impossibly fluffy, totally spunky little Shih Tzu puppy who is ready to steal your heart! He's got the looks, he's got the personality, and he's got enough puppy energy to keep you entertained all day long. One minute, he's a tiny tornado of zoomies, and the next, he's ready to curl up in your lap and snooze like the little angel he pretends to be. 😂🩵 But before we get to all the cuteness, let's talk about how this little guy found his way into our care. 💔 The last little puppy left behind Marley was born around August 21, 2026, and at just about nine weeks old, he was already facing an uncertain future. He was being given away on a street corner near the South Texas/Mexico border, along with his littermates, to anyone willing to take a puppy. There didn't seem to be much concern about where these babies would end up or whether they'd find safe, loving homes. When one of our volunteers came across the situation, Marley was the last puppy left. The last little one still waiting. Thankfully, our volunteer stepped in, and Mar Mar got his chance at a much brighter future. ❤️ Now, this tiny boy is safe and ready to find the family who will love him for all the years to come. 🧸 A tiny fluff ball with BIG puppy energy! Don't let that innocent little face fool you. Marley is a whole lot of puppy packed into one ridiculously fluffy package! This boy has places to go, toys to destroy, and zoomies to zoom. 😂 💨 The zoomies are REAL! Marley loves to run around, play, and burn off that endless puppy energy. If you're looking for a quiet little stuffed animal who sits perfectly still all day, this probably isn't your guy! 🧸 Toy enthusiast extraordinaire! Mar Mar LOVES toys and would absolutely adore having his very own toy basket. The more fun things to play with, the better! 😴 Professional napper. Once he's finished racing around the house and entertaining everyone with his antics, he'll be ready for a well-deserved nap. Puppy life is exhausting, after all! 🩵 Lap cuddler in training. When playtime is over, Marley would love nothing more than a warm lap, a cozy bed, and a human to snuggle with. Actually, make that multiple beds. He would happily put every single one to good use! He is energetic, playful, curious, affectionate, and endlessly entertaining. He's the kind of puppy who will make you laugh at the silliest things and remind you that sometimes the best moments in life are the little ones. 🐶 Little brother potential? Absolutely! Marley loves other dogs and would do wonderfully in a home with a friendly canine companion. Having another well-socialized dog around could give him a playmate, help him learn appropriate doggy manners, and show him the ropes as he grows up. Of course, he'll still need his own training, supervision, and opportunities to learn. But a suitable doggy sibling could make life even more fun for this little social butterfly! 🐱 What about cats? Marley has already been introduced to cats, and they don't seem to bother him at all! He's still a tiny puppy, so he'll need to learn how to interact respectfully with feline family members, and introductions should always be supervised. But his initial reaction is encouraging for a home hoping to have both cats and dogs. 👧 Great family puppy! Mar Mar could be a wonderful addition to a family with children who understand how to interact gently and safely with a tiny puppy. At only 4.3 pounds, he's a little guy who needs careful handling, especially around very young children. With appropriate supervision, gentle interactions, and plenty of love, he has the potential to grow into a delightful family companion. Just imagine the memories you'll make together as he grows up! ✂️ All that fluff comes with a little upkeep! Marley's parents were reportedly both Shih Tzus, and he certainly looks the part! His coat doesn't appear to shed much, but his gorgeous fluff will need regular brushing and professional grooming to keep it healthy, comfortable, and free from painful mats. A lifetime of grooming appointments is part of the commitment to owning a Shih Tzu, but just look at that face. How could you resist? 🩵 🏡 What kind of home does Mar Mar need? Marley is looking for a family who understands that puppies are adorable little troublemakers who need time, patience, and consistency. His ideal home will provide: • Lots of playtime and enrichment to keep his curious little mind busy. • A cozy place to sleep, with as many comfy puppy beds as his little heart desires. • Positive, consistent training, including house-training, which he has not mastered yet. • Plenty of companionship and affection, with humans who want to include him in their everyday lives. • A suitable canine playmate, if available, who can help him learn and enjoy puppy life. • Regular grooming and veterinary care to keep him healthy, comfortable, and looking his best. Marley is still a baby. He'll need regular potty breaks, patience with accidents, help learning household routines, and guidance as he grows. His future family should be ready for the work involved in raising a puppy, not just the adorable moments. In return? You're getting a lifetime of companionship, hilarious antics, cuddles, and unconditional love. 🩵 Are you ready for a little Mar Mar magic? Marley may have started his life as the last puppy left on a street corner, but that doesn't have to be how his story is remembered. We want his future to be filled with toy baskets, warm laps, cozy beds, playful doggy friends, and a family who thinks he's the most precious little thing in the world. We want him to grow up knowing what it means to be safe, cherished, and wanted. He deserves a family who will love him when he's fluffy and freshly groomed, when he's covered in puppy mischief, when he's learning something new, and when he's curled up in their lap after a long day of zoomies. Marley is tiny, but the love he has to give will be enormous. 🐾❤️ Could Mar Mar be the missing piece of your family? If you're ready for puppy kisses, endless entertainment, and a lifetime of love wrapped up in one adorable little fluff ball, this sweet boy might just be your perfect match! Let's find Marley the forever home he deserves. 🩵 PLEASE READ ALL INFORMATION BELOW IF INTERESTED IN ADOPTING: The next step to adopt is to fill out an application on our website at: www.pawsitive-Impact-animal-rescue.org Mar Mar is current on age-appropriate vaccinations (2 boosters and bordatella), current on flea/tick and heart worm prevention, microchipped, current on de-wormer, and will receive a clean bill of health from a veterinarian. This animal is currently located in Texas, but we do NOT adopt animals in Texas due to the hundreds of animals being euthanized here daily. We have mainly adopted only in the Northeast but are expanding to include Midwest and PNW starting in September of 2026 The adoption fee listed ($995) DOES NOT INCLUDE transport from Texas. Transport is additional. Adoption fees for dogs like Mar Mar go to helping dogs and cats with medical cases and dogs and cats that have been in our care long term that have not been adopted. Transport goes to or around the following locations every 1, 2 or 3 weeks: Albany, NY - Port Chester, NY area - Anemia, NY Wells, VT and Brattleboro, VT Nashua, NH Willington, CT - Stamford, CT - Dayville, CT Toledo, OH – Cincinnati, OH – Grove City, OH Grove City, PA - Bloomsburg, PA - Washington, PA Ridgefield, NJ - Bordentown, NJ - Egg Harbor City, NJ Elkton, MD – White Marsh, MD Falls Church, VA and Glenn Allen, VA Adding new Stops to the PNW: Boise, ID Portland, OR Tumwater, WA – Bothell, WA – Bellingham, WA Missoula, MT – Laurel, MT 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 the best fit for your home. With an approved application, we do put you in touch with the Texas foster who has the doggy for you to make sure they are the perfect fit.

Jude Pawtac is currently in RI and looking for a 'furever' home!    Jude is looking for a home with at least one other dog to relentlessly play with and a fenced yard so he can let his zoomies out! He loves to play!!! Jude doesn't love being stuck in a crate for 8 hours a day so someone home more often than that would be ideal. Jude is also a huge cuddle bug, almost potty trained He is 1 year ish and 12lbs. He is truly the best boy. **Due to clinic delays: this puppy will be available for adoption with the collection of an additional $100 spay/neuter voucher deposit, which will be refunded upon receipt of successful procedure at our partnering clinic.   If you are interested in adopting this dog please complete the adoption application at www.rhodehomerescue.org/adoption-form to become a pre-approved adopter.   If you were already approved through Rhode Home Rescue within the last 6 months, contact us today! Be sure to check our Facebook page "Rhode Home Rescue" for details on upcoming events and other announcements.October 31, 2026, 4:51 pm

Bubbles and her sister Buttercup were surrendered to a kill shelter because their owners just had too many and couldn’t find homes on their own. We believe the mom was a yorkie their daddy is a Shih Tzu and they were born on February 2nd last year so they are now a year old. Bubbles has been spayed, is up-to-date on vaccines and heartworm negative. She’s also microchipped. She weighs about 10 pounds and is 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. Bubbles is a very friendly and a super snuggler! She and Buttercup are very bonded and we would very much like to get them a home together. They are so funny together! They play and run zoomies around the house. They would do well with older children and we have not had them 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. we have been trying to get them adopted together for a long time so we will consider splitting them up to the right homes If you do not see a response, please check your spam folder.