Shih Tzu Adoption in Tennessee: Shih Tzu Puppies for Sale in Tennessee

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Below are our newest added Shih Tzus available for adoption in Tennessee. To see more adoptable Shih Tzus in Tennessee, use the search tool below to enter specific criteria!

Special Needs

Crimson (VA) Gentle

Shih Tzu/Maltese

Male, Adult

Knoxville, TN

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained,

Story

Crimson is being fostered in VA. Crimson is blind and has kidney disease. Crimson is a friendly little guy who loves belly rubs! If you would like to know more about this special pup, read on! Crimson is from Florida. His family could no longer care for him and so they turned him over to the Blind Dog Rescue Alliance. He traveled to his Virginia BDRA foster home in January 2026 and made friends all along the way. Crimson has settled into his foster home quite well! There are four other blind dogs in the home and Crimson gets along just fine with each of them. He is happy to share a bed and doesn’t mind if a dog bumps into him. He ignores the family cat. At night, he settles easily into his bed and sleeps through the night. He is housetrained – not a single accident yet! He has a deep bark and, when he first arrived, he barked fairly often but now that he is learning the routine, he barks only occasionally (usually when anticipating a meal!). As mentioned, he loves belly rubs and he enjoys head rubs too. He also likes toys. Crimson is blind, diagnosed with SARDS several years ago. SARDS (Sudden Acquired Retinal Degeneration Syndrome) is a condition that causes rapid and irreversible blindness due to changes within the retina. In addition, he arrived at his foster home with ear infections that are in the process of being treated. He hears well though and he doesn’t let his blindness bother him at all. His eyes are currently healthy although he does have some clear discharge at times. Crimson also has been diagnosed with kidney disease/kidney failure along with high blood pressure. He is on a prescription kidney diet (Purina) and also on Benazepril twice a day. We don’t know all the details about Crimson’s medical history before he arrived at his foster home and – as is true with any rescue dog – we can’t predict what the future holds for his health. Anyone interested in adopting Crimson should first speak with their vet about canine kidney disease so there is an understanding of this disease, its progression, and how it is treated. Crimson has not spent time with children and, although he is such a nice dog, he should be adopted into a home with older children or adults only. And he should always be supervised when he is with young children, as all dogs should be. If you think you can provide this sweet, gentle dog the wonderful forever home he deserves, complete an application today! BDRA has voted against the use of electrical fencing effective immediately.

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Rosa DD

Shih Tzu

Female

Columbia, TN

Size

(when grown) -

Details

Story

Meet Rosa and Chiquita These sweet girls were removed from a home, along with five others, due to poor care. They didn’t get the start they deserved—but that doesn’t mean their story stays that way. Rosa is about 1½ years old and the bigger of the two. She’s a young mama who is learning that safety, consistency, and gentle care can be part of everyday life. Chiquita is around 5 months old and still very much a puppy—curious, impressionable, and ready to learn what it means to be loved.Rosa and Chiquita are not a bonded pair, but they do take comfort in one another as they adjust. With stability and patience, they can continue building confidence and are expected to do well either together or in separate homes.What they need most right now is a foster or adopter willing to offer patience, structure, and kindness. With the right environment, both girls have every chance to become happy, well-adjusted companions.Please consider fostering or adopting—or sharing post to help them find their way home If you’re interested in fostering or adopting, the first step is the application:https://www.russellrescuetn.com/application-for-adoption/Available dogs are met by appointment only and pre-approved adopters ONLY.Our dogs are currently in a foster homes which can answer your questions better than anyone else. We promise our fosters that we will qualify all potential adopters before we ask them to communicate with potential adopters.The application is the first step. Pleae complete the adoption (or foster) application here: https://www.russellrescuetn.com/application-for-adoption/You will be contacted if further information is needed. We are 100% volunteer powered. Volunteers process the applications and need time above their personal needs and full-time jobs to process the apps.Please have patience. We do not have any paid staff members. Our adoption fee is $300 which includes spay/neuter, DHPP, Bordetella, Rabies, HW check, and microchip. Russell Rescue dogs are fostered in the Middle Tennessee area. We do not ship/transport our dogs, so the approved adopter must be willing to travel to Tennessee. Russell Rescue will try to first place our rescue dogs locally or in surrounding states.Russell Rescue is not open to the public for visiting hours. We do not have a physical location of our own. You can text our team if you need assistance with your app or have questions about your app status: 502-805-7786.February 6, 2026, 10:11 am

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Chiquita DD

Shih Tzu

Female

Columbia, TN

Size

(when grown) -

Details

Story

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Max DD

Shih Tzu

Male

Columbia, TN

Size

(when grown) -

Details

Story

Meet Max Max is a white and cream Shih Tzu with a big personality packed into a small, fluffy body. He’s a young, spunky puppy who wakes up every day ready to play, explore, and make his people smile.One of Max’s standout talents? Fetch. And not just casual fetch — this guy is a championship-level retriever. Toss the toy and watch him light up as he proudly brings it right back, over and over again. He also does wonderfully off leash, showing impressive focus and responsiveness for such a young dog.Max is affectionate, playful, and eager to please, but like many puppies, he’s still learning how to navigate the world. He does best with gentle guidance and calm corrections. He’s a sensitive soul who responds beautifully when approached with patience, clarity, and kindness — think coaching, not scolding.With the right person or family, Max will thrive into an incredibly loyal and fun companion. If you’re looking for a joyful little dog with energy, heart, and a soft side, Max might just be your perfect match.Young. Playful. Talented. And ready for his forever home.Available dogs are met by appointment only and pre-approved adopters ONLY.Our dogs are currently in a foster homes which can answer your questions better than anyone else. We promise our fosters that we will qualify all potential adopters before we ask them to communicate with potential adopters.The application is the first step. Pleae complete the adoption (or foster) application here: https://www.russellrescuetn.com/application-for-adoption/You will be contacted if further information is needed. We are 100% volunteer powered. Volunteers process the applications and need time above their personal needs and full-time jobs to process the apps.Please have patience. We do not have any paid staff members. Our adoption fee is $300 which includes spay/neuter, DHPP, Bordetella, Rabies, HW check, and microchip. Russell Rescue dogs are fostered in the Middle Tennessee area. We do not ship/transport our dogs, so the approved adopter must be willing to travel to Tennessee. Russell Rescue will try to first place our rescue dogs locally or in surrounding states.Russell Rescue is not open to the public for visiting hours. We do not have a physical location of our own. You can text our team if you need assistance with your app or have questions about your app status: 502-805-7786.February 6, 2026, 12:07 am

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Special Needs

Dottie

Shih Tzu/Mixed Breed (Small)

Female, Senior

Memphis, TN

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained,

Story

Meet Dottie 🌼 Dottie is a sweet senior lady, estimated to be around 12 years old, who is ready to spend her golden years wrapped in comfort and love. She’s a gentle girl who thrives in a calm, quiet environment and is happiest when she’s curled up close to her people, soaking in all the cuddles she can get. Dottie currently lives in a home with other dogs and cats. While she coexists peacefully, she tends to keep to herself and enjoys having her own cozy space to relax. This precious girl is considered special needs. Dottie has cataracts and is mostly blind, but that doesn’t stop her from enjoying life. She carefully explores her surroundings and places her full trust in her humans to guide her — or, when in doubt, happily accepts a ride in their arms. Our rescue is currently working closely with our veterinarian to determine the next steps for her eye care. Though she may be a senior, Dottie’s heart is full of love, and she has so much affection left to give. She’s hoping to find a patient, compassionate home where she can feel safe, cherished, and loved every single day. Apply to adopt Dottie here: https://form.jotform.com/240287047227052

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Lychee

Shih Tzu

Female, 3 mos

Heiskell, TN

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Story

Location: GA (transport to an approved home in certain areas) LycheeShih Tzu3 months old5.5 poundsGood with dogs: Small dogs only (will need another dog under 20 pounds in the home)Good with kids: Over 12Good with cats: not sure and no way to testHousetrained: not yetCrate trained: not yetLeash trained: Not yetUTD on vaccines: YesSpayed: Yes Lychee is on the shy side and will need someone who is home more than being gone. She would do better with another confident small (under 20 pounds) to help build her confidence.She loves to play, do zoomies and all things puppy. ** Our Puppy Adoption Policy & Senior Adopters** We absolutely adopt to seniors and value them deeply in our rescue community.In fact, we encourage adopters age 70 and older to consider adult dogs (5+ years) — they often form the most beautiful, well-matched partnerships and truly thrive together.Why not puppies?Puppies require many years of intensive care, including:Daily training and socializationSignificant physical activityOngoing veterinary careLong-term contingency planning for the next 15+ yearsBecause of these lifetime needs, we place puppies only in homes where long-term stability and planning can be confidently met.For this reason, we do not place puppies with adopters over the age of 70.This policy exists solely to protect the lifelong welfare and stability of the dog — never to diminish the value or capability of senior adopters. Disclaimer:Adoption decisions are made on a case-by-case basis and reflect the rescue’s mission to act in the best interest of each animal. Policies are not intended to be discriminatory and are applied solely to ensure lifelong placement and welfare of the dog. We do not allow electric fences/halo collars, runners/tethers or doggy doors ##2619826##

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