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Biddles

Shih Tzu

Male, 1 yr
Louisa, VA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
🐾 Meet Biddles — A Big Personality in a Small Shih Tzu Body! 🐾 Biddles is a 1–2-year-old Shih Tzu who is ready for a fresh start and a family to call his own. This adorable fluffball came from a backyard breeder case, where he unfortunately lived outside his whole life. But despite his rough start, Biddles is eager to learn what it means to be a loved indoor dog! 💙 About Biddles: ✔ Neutered ✔ Microchipped ✔ Fully vaccinated (Rabies, Distemper, Lepto & Bordetella) ✔ Will receive his final distemper & lepto boosters on November 26th — then he’s officially ready to go home! ✔ Flea-treated & dewormed ✔ Heartworm negative ✔ On monthly flea/tick & heartworm prevention ✔ Crate trained ✔ Previous eye ulcer fully treated Because he wasn’t socialized properly in his early life, Biddles can be a bit bossy and unsure in new situations — but that’s just part of his charm! He has a huge personality packed into a tiny frame, and once he trusts you, he’ll show you his silly, spunky, and affectionate side. 🚽 Potty Training: Biddles lived outside before coming to us, so he is not potty trained yet. However, he is crate trained and will thrive with structure, patience, and positive reinforcement. He truly wants to learn — he just needs someone willing to guide him! 💛 The Home He Needs: Biddles will do best with adopters who understand that he’s still learning how to be a pet. With time, routine, and gentle guidance, he will blossom into a fantastic companion. If you have questions, we’re happy to help! 📧 adoptions@hoovesandpaws.org Ready to adopt? 🐶 Start with the application: https://new.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/HPAW/Dog
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Roki

Shih Tzu

Male, Puppy
Woodbridge, VA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Roki is a very affectionate and sweet puppy. He likes to play outside in the grass, he likes walks, and playing with his toys. He was born on May 15th. He and his little sister have been with me since he was 6 weeks old. I have 3 puppies in total. My first puppy is 5 and the two new babies. I bought them online in Pennsylvania. Unfortunately, everything has changed for me. I can no longer take care of them. My father was recently diagnosed with cancer and I am taking care of him. Every change in my life hurts me a lot. It hurts me a lot to have to let my babies go. I hope that whoever keeps Roki takes good care of him and gives him lots of love. Roki is in very good health, has his vaccination record and his health record, and is a very good eater. I hope he has new parents who love him very much.
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Charlie

Shih Tzu

Male
Springfield, VA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Sweet Charlie is a special furbaby who is shy. Charlie loves people. He will carefully approach his human, give them a kiss on the hand, and welcome a pet on his head. But he prefers to be the one to initiate the contact. If approached or picked up when he’s not expecting it, he may hurry away. Charlie is also playful and really enjoys burying toys under a blanket or pillow. He can entertain himself for quite a while with this activity! Another behavior that can be managed by a patient adopter is Charlie’s habit of getting into cabinets or trash cans or onto tables/countertops in search of food. Charlie  LOVES to eat and is super smart when it comes to finding food so keeping food stored out of his reach or blocking access to the kitchen with dog/baby gates helps reduce that behavior.  Charlie is housetrained and used to taking regular outside breaks in a fenced backyard. Having access to a fenced yard is important for Charlie because he can be nervous on walks and easily spooked by sounds like a car engine. For this reason, CHR is requiring that his adopter have a secure fenced yard. If there are other dogs in the home, you’ll be happy to know that Charlie gets along with most dogs but he will bark at any dog who tries to climb into bed next to him when he is resting.     Charlie has made amazing progress while he’s been with his foster mom and is learning to be more relaxed, but we know from experience that it will take more time to address his fearfulness. A patient adopter who doesn’t force Charlie into situations that make him uncomfortable will help Charlie continue to improve and gain more confidence.  application:  https://fs8.formsite.com/Caringhearts/form1/index    March 28, 2025, 7:58 pm
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Elmo

Shih Tzu

Male, 1 yr 6 mos
Fairfax Station, VA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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Bentley

Shih Tzu Mixed Breed (Small)

Male, 5 yrs 4 mos
Richmond, VA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Bentley — Bentley is ready to steal your heart (and maybe your spot on the couch!). He’s an easygoing companion who asks for little more than a soft bed and a few head pats. His adorable quirks include sleeping with his head on a stuffy and sitting up like a little bear when he knows treats are coming. Bentley’s got a spa side—he adores jumping in the shower and getting toweled off like the prince he is. Bentley gets along nicely with other dogs, though he appreciates calm friends. He’s beautifully house trained, crate trained, and sleeps soundly wherever he chooses. He loves car rides and would benefit from a ramp to help him in and out. Coming to HHS with a hurt back, Bentley was protecting his body from painful pets. We figured out quickly Bentley needed medical intervention, and he's been resting on anti-inflammatories and making great progress. Bentley has some learned behavior from protecting his back, but quickly starts trusting once he knows you aren't going to hurt him. He has a few rules, including not being picked up so treat him like a big dog in a smaller body, and you’ll do great together! Bentley enjoys leash walks, exploring new scents, and relaxing with his people. He’s a chill guy who would thrive in an apartment, townhouse, or single-family home. If you’re looking for a loyal, affectionate, and easy companion who will make every day a little softer and sweeter, Bentley is your boy. Adopters have 30 days of free access to 1-on-1 text and email support from trainers at Petcademy to help make every pet's transition into their new home as smooth as possible. All dogs available for adoption have been spayed/neutered, microchipped and are current on all vaccinations. Please email dogs@henricohumane.org for more
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Gage

Shih Tzu

Male, 10 mos
Alexandria, VA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
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Shih Tzu shelters & rescues in Fredericksburg, Virginia

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31.6 miles

Hooves & Paws Animal Rescue

PO Box 707, Louisa, VA 23093

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, horses

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39.6 miles

Homeward Trails Animal Rescue

11116 Fairfax Station Road, Fairfax Station, VA 22039

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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40.6 miles

Henrico Humane Society

P.O. Box 28014, Richmond, VA 23228

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

41.1 miles

Operation Paws for Homes, Inc. - VA Chapter

P.O.Box 90813, Alexandria, VA 22309

Pet Types: dogs

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41.6 miles

Goochland Animal Protection

1900 Hidden Rock Ln, Maidens, VA 23102

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals, rabbits

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Rescue

46.3 miles

Green Dogs Unleashed

Troy, VA 22974

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, reptiles, small animals

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47 miles

Wolf Trap Animal Rescue

PO BOX 2753, Merrifield, VA 22116

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

47 miles

Somerset Cottage Poodle Rescue

Fairfax, VA 22033

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

49 miles

Animal Relief Fund

Hollywood, MD 20636

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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49.1 miles

Worthy Dog Rescue

Vienna, VA 22181

Pet Types: dogs

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