Shih Tzu puppies and dogs in Greer, South Carolina

-

Meet Bruno; The Tiny Ball of Energy With a Big Heart! Bruno is a 6-month-old Shih Tzu mix with a small body but lots of love to give. He is playful, fun, and full of puppy energy! One of his favorite things in the world is playing with our American Bully &; he thinks he’s just as big and brave as his best friend. Bruno is still learning about the world. He hasn’t been fully socialized yet, so he may bark at new dogs or unfamiliar people at first. He’s not aggressive at all he’s just a little scared and trying to figure things out. With a bit of patience, reassurance, and gentle guidance, he warms up beautifully. He already knows a few commands and is a smart little guy who wants to please. With the right family, Bruno will grow into a confident, loving companion.

Thank you for your interest in dog who needs a new home.  Adoption can be one of the most fulfilling experiences in your life and especially in the life of your new canine companion. A note to those looking at CPR.  We have no perfect dogs - but many of our dogs have proven to be perfect for a certain someone.  Our job is to find those someone's.  Our most successful adopters come to CPR not because they want a dog.  They come to us because they want to give a dog a home.  We urge all of our potential adopters not to fall in love with a picture.  While we like to know what you like in looks, a dog is more than a pretty face.  Our goal is to match you with the best possible pet for you and your home.  We want to create furever families.  Our descriptions contain all that we know about this dog today.  We'll update as more information is known.  Are you looking to adopt within the next 30 days?  If so please visit our webpage at www.carolinapoodlerescue.org and complete the application.  You'll find it in the menu on the left hand side.  You'll also find a total listing of all our dogs available.  Just browsing but interested in poodles and poodle mixes?  Please drop a note to applications@carolinapoodlerescue.org with your name, address and phone # and email.  We'll add you to our mailing list. thanks the CPR Adoption team   Date into Rescue:  07/03/25 Reason for being in rescue: Abandoned by owners who were prosecuted for animal cruelty Foster location: Dreamweaver Farms, Pacolet SC Special Needs? Kobe is neutered, up to date on vaccines and heartworm negative. Kobe arrived in rescue with no records. Our best guess is that he is a shih tzu mix. He definitely has the shih tzu sass. Only a DNA test will tell his full DNA. We cannot guarantee he is hypoallergenic or will not shed.  Weight: 15 lbs Height: 12 in Spayed/Neutered: Yes Adoption Fee: $499 Fence needed? No What kind of home would be best for me? Kobe’s forever home will need to meet some specifics. His family must have the time to be home more often than not, as he craves companionship and security.  A quieter, adult-only household would be best, where he won’t feel overwhelmed and can truly relax. Kobe needs an experienced adopter that can offer him patience, consistency and time. Kobe has lived with other dogs, but will be fine as the only dog. Kobe is going to choose his person. He is picky - we can't blame him. It won't be instantaneous. He doesn’t ask for much — just a safe place, gentle hands, another dog by his side, and a family who will love him for who he is, scars and all. Kobe is ready to leave his painful past behind and step into the peaceful, love-filled life he has always deserved. What is my personality like? Meet Kobe – A Gentle Soul Searching for Trust & Love. Kobe is a sweet Shih Tzu boy who has endured more than any dog should. He came into rescue after his previous family faced charges of animal cruelty, and it’s clear from what we know that he and his siblings were not treated kindly. Despite this rough start, Kobe’s heart is still full of love — he just needs the right people to help him feel safe enough to share it. Kobe loves attention and affection. Once he trusts you, he will happily soak up all the love you have to give, even leaning in and practically begging for more snuggles and pets. But that trust is not given lightly — it must be earned, and sometimes not everyone will win it. Because of his past, Kobe is cautious and protective of his heart. He’s not looking for chaos or unpredictability; he’s looking for peace, patience, and understanding. Because Kobe did not receive proper care in his former life, many things about being a beloved inside pet are brand new to him. He will need gentle, patient training with things like leashes, collars, and grooming — all of which are still unfamiliar to him. With kindness and encouragement, Kobe will learn quickly, but his family must be ready to guide him at his pace. If you have patience, love, and another furry friend waiting at home, Kobe may just be the missing piece of your heart. How do I act when I first meet new people? Kobe can come off a little aloof at first — kind of like a tiny royal who's unsure whether you’ve brought him tea or treachery. Though cautious at first, Kobe is incredibly sweet and loving once he feels comfortable.  Other tips and tidbits: Kobe arrived in rescue with no history. Based on his overall health and condition he is estimated at 1 year. We celebrate his birthday 06/20/2024. House trained? Dogs can be house trained if they are in the right environment and are allowed to follow a schedule as long as a physical reason doesn't keep them from being trained.  A dog house trained in my home may not be in yours. We will help you teach your new dog this necessary skill and based on your schedule. Please note - we do not ship dogs.  If you are interested in adopting, please take a look at the distance between the foster home location and your location and make sure you are willing to make that trip.  Most of our dogs are at our farm in Pacolet, South Carolina.   To apply, please visit our webpage at www.carolinapoodlerescue.org and visit the tab on the left that directions you to the online application. Please note that when screening applications, we look at the entire home and then make suggestions based on what would be a good fit for your home.   You are not being screened for a specific dog although we are looking to see what type of dog interests you - poodles or non poodles, color, age, etc.  Others here may be a better fit for you.  It is very difficult to get to know a living animal from a picture and a short description.  Since we are constantly getting in new dogs, this may be a  dog not in our listings yet.  We want you to be very happy with your new companion and will make suggestions based on what you tell us about you. Thank you for considering CPR. November 3, 2025, 7:25 am

This darling little 9 lb girl is Frizzle. Frizzle came into animal control completely neglected. After a full shave down we could finally see her sweet little face and noticed something about her eyes. After a vet visit it is confirmed that Frizzle is blind and was likely born this way. That doesn't stop this cutie from wanting to EXPLORE !! Frizzle loves to go for walks and play around the house with her squeaky toys. Frizzle is around other dogs here, and loves to play. She is also crate trained and is doing well with house training. We have ordered her a HALO harness that will allow her to explore without bumping into hazards. Frizzle is a doll that would love a new start with someone that loves and will properly care for her.

Effie is a precious senior girl that is ready to find a family to call her own. Effie came to us from a horrible situation where she was one of twelve dogs that were living in a house that was beyond nasty - they had never been outside and were being fed just whatever was in the cabinets or refrigerator - Effie was so matted up when she came to the rescue that we did not even know if she was a male or female and she was not able to see until we shaved her down as her eyes were covered with matts of fur. Effie has really blossomed and is one of the more independent and confident dogs out of the group. She has decided that living the good life as a spoiled dog is pretty darn amazing and she loves to run and play outside. We estimate her age to be 7 years old- sometimes it is hard to tell as the neglect she suffered for years can make them appear normal and there was no way to tell her age from her teeth as they were in horrible shape and she had major dental work done after coming to the rescue. Effie does well with other dogs - she has not been around cats or small kids. She is doing well with her housebreaking but will require patience and consistency when going to a new home with a new schedule. Effie is spayed, has had her dental work done and remaining teeht cleaned. she has had a full workup with bloodwork and a urinalysis, heartworm tested and current on heartworm prevention and flea/tick prevention, dewormed, current on vaccines and microchipped. She weights 25 pounds and is the perfect lap dog that would love to keep your lap warm If you are interested in sweet Effie - please go to our website www.boxerbuttsandothermutts.org and fill out one of our adoption applications. We require this to be filled out and reviewed before we will set up any meet and greet - we do require vet references and and a home visit. Effie's adoption fee is $250.00 Effie said she is so ready to find a family and a home to call her own - will that be your home ?

-