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Bentley

Shih Tzu

Male, Adult

Newport News, VA

Size

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

Details

Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

My dog is a lovable Shih Tzu looking for a new forever home. This decision has been very difficult, and my goal is to find a family that will provide the love, attention, and stability he deserves. He is affectionate, loyal, and enjoys being around people. He loves cuddles, relaxing with his family, and being part of daily activities. He has brought so much joy to our home and would do best with someone who has the time and commitment to continue giving him the care and companionship he needs. I am looking for a home where he will be treated as a member of the family, receive regular veterinary care, and have a safe, loving environment. I want to ensure he is placed with someone who understands the responsibility of pet ownership and can provide him with a lifetime of love.

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George

Shih Tzu Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Male, Senior

Newport News, VA

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Here’s a compassionate version you could use: George has been with our family for 13 years and has been an amazing dog. He’s always been well-behaved and potty trained, but due to old age, his bowel and bladder control has become inconsistent, and he now has occasional accidents. I work 12–15 hour shifts, and as much as I would love to be there to care for him, I unfortunately can’t provide the constant supervision he now needs. At this stage in his life, he needs frequent access to the outdoors to prevent accidents inside the house, and with my work schedule, I’m unable to give him the level of care and attention he deserves.

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Haywood

Shih Tzu

Male, 1 yr

lackey, VA

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Meet Haywood !! This tiny sweetheart was left at the shelter in awful condition. He was severely matted all over and covered in fleas. He smelled awful. Amy at Pawpular Pets once again came in on her day off and donated her time to groom him. She’s sooooo amazing!! And he’s a whole new dog now!! Haywood is an approx 1 year old male, shih tzu mix. He weighs 9 pounds and is full grown. He will be neutered, up to date on vaccines and microchipped as part of his adoption. He is thankfully heartworm negative. This poor guy was neglected for so long and then left at the shelter. He was understandably terrified. He was growly at the shelter but once out of the kennel he started soaking up the love. When we brought him into foster he relaxed and turned into a happy friendly boy. He does take just a little time to adjust to new people to make sure that they are safe but after that, he is your best friend. Haywood is doing really well with his house manners so far. He is great about crate training. He uses it as a safe space and will hide in there when he’s afraid of new people in the home. He has not been vocal when crated aside from occasional barking when someone enters the home. He sleeps in his kennel overnight without any issues. He has done great so far with his potty training. He is not super familiar with the leash. He’s not terrible, but he gets a little afraid and will pull/run at the end of it for a minute before going belly up for you to rub him. We think with just a little more practice he’s going to figure it out quickly. He is excellent for car rides both in your lap or in a kennel. Haywood does well with other dogs. He has been around all sizes of dogs since coming into the rescue from tiny to giant. He will give a growl if they are too much for him but aside from that he’s done very well. He would also be fine without other dogs in the home. We are not sure how he would do with cats, but he would probably do just fine. He would need to be with older kids that are respectful and don’t treat him like a toy. He has a lower energy level so far, but he might become more playful once he is fully settled and comfortable. He has no trouble being crated while you’re at work for the day or overnight. Once adjusted to you he likes to be with you and cuddle. He’s a fairly easy-going guy. Haywood has shown no issues sharing treats, toys or food with other people. He takes treats gently. He has been fed separately from any other animals so we aren’t sure how he would do sharing his food with them. We think someone is going to get very lucky adopting this little guy. If you don’t mind giving him just a little time to adjust to you and feel safe, he becomes the sweetest easy-going boy. ♦️♦️He will need regular grooming. This requires time to get him to and from the appointments and additional expenses to pay for it. On average a dog of this breed will need grooming every 6 weeks. This should be fully considered prior to applying to adopt him.♦️♦️ Vet and home checks required. Located in Hampton VA. (He will need to be adopted within a 1 hour drive radius) ‼️Please message us directly at VillageDogResource@gmail.com with questions or to get an application. For more pics and faster response visit our Facebook page.

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GIGI

Shih Tzu Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, Adult

Norfolk, VA

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Hi, my name is Gigi! I’m a beautiful white-and-fawn wirehaired terrier, 5 years old and weighing 20 lbs. I’m a sweet girl who gets along with everyone. I’m currently being fostered with several small dogs, a couple of big ones, and some resident cats—we all get along great! I love to run and play with everyone—we always have the best time together! A fenced yard is a must for me because I truly enjoy being outside. As an active young lady, I’d thrive in a fun, energetic family, especially with a doggie companion to share adventures. I’m also a smart girl who learns quickly and would enjoy the challenge of picking up new tricks. If you’re looking for a loyal companion to join your family, look no further! To learn more about Gigi and adopting her, please email Vivienne at vivienneajames@gmail.com or text 615-943-7311. Approved application and adoption fee required.July 31, 2026, 11:13 am

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SOPHIE

Shih Tzu

Female, Adult

Norfolk, VA

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Sophie is one of those delicate little girls that just makes you want to protect her from all the bad things that scare this little soul. The hobgloblins of life must have scared her early. At just a one year old that is 11 pounds and was found as a stray and because of the proximity of where she was found, it was believed she was part of a not so good breeding farm. No one ever takes dogs back to a breeding farm like that. No collar, no microchip, tiny and scared to death. Soon Critter Cavalry Rescue was asked to take her in and get her vetted and we promised to find the best and most understanding home that would allow her to slowly learn to relax and trust the new people and home that awaits her. She has a playful personality that is wonderful to see emerging as she lives amongst 5 other tiny well behaved dogs her size. She runs/hides when she sees new people but has accepted head scratches and letting her foster mom pick her up. A positive interaction is that she sleeps in the bed with her foster mom now and she being taught to walk on a leash which is starting at ground zero for her. She is frightened out of her mind and we are trying a harness. Patient love, gentleness with this girl and consistent effort every day to put the leash on her and walk will soon help her cross the barrier to become a relaxed lap dog girl that will be a prize. Please email Critter Cavalry Rescue at ccrtennessee@gmail.com . PLEASE NOTE: Our dogs are transported from Tennessee to meeting places in the states where we have posted. Further information about us is given on our Adopt-A-Pet site. The adoption fees vary and will be provided as well as noted on the application you receive. Contact us at 615-661-5333 or ccrnewengland@gmail.comJuly 31, 2026, 11:13 am

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Abby

Shih Tzu

Female, 10 yrs 2 mos

Williamsburg, VA

Size

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

Details

Not good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Abby is available for adoption! When Abby arrived she had a terrible skin infection, was underweight and her hair was so matted we had to shave her down. Some of these pictures still show some of her inflamed skin and matted feet. Her foster parents took great care of her and she now looks and feels so much better. She is finally ready to find her new home. We are hoping we can find a wonderful adopter who doesn't really care about a dog's age. We are completely stumped regarding how old she is. She was surrendered to a shelter and the owner indicated that she was 11 years old. Then when the foster family got to know her they thought she must be very young, like 1-2 years old based on her puppy like behavior and energy level. So we asked our vet to give us an estimate and based on their exam they guessed about 5 years old. So all we can tell you is Abby is anywhere from 1-11 years old. My guess would be she is probably closer to the 10-11 years but is just a very playful, puppy like dog, but that is only a guess. Abby is a happy, active little dog. She loves going for walks and chasing after toys, but she is just as happy to snuggle on your lap. She does tend to jump on people and can be a little mouthy, but it's not normally aggressive... She's just a little excited. There have been a couple of incidents with Abby when the foster mom tried to move her off her lap and Abby turned around and snapped at her. She did not break the skin but she was trying to bite. We don't know if she has something that is sore that the foster mom may have been hurting when she grabbed her or if Abby just didn't want to be moved. This has happened a couple of times so an adopter does need to be aware of this. Abby walks well on the leash, but can be reactive around other dogs (especially bigger dogs), which means barking and a growly tone, but once she calms down, she's fine. It seems to be fear based, most likely due to lack of socialization, but with continual exposure and slow introductions, she should get a lot better. Therefore, she needs someone who will continue to work with her in this area of behavior. The best home for Abby would probably be one with no young children (older kids would be fine). She is currently being fostered in a home with other dogs and cats, and she seems to be adjusting well. We don't know if Abby's skin condition was only due to the poor environment she was in and how bad her hair was matted, or if she is going to have allergies. Shih-Tzu's do tend to have skin allergies so whoever adopt her needs to keep in mind she may need allergy meds. For an application go to www.homesfurhounds.org She is located in Williamsburg, Va.

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