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Misty & Lulu

Shih Tzu Chihuahua

Female, 8 yrs 9 mos
Seattle, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Permanent, Loving Homes Needed for Senior Rescue Dogs Over many years, I have monitored and tried to help this particular group of dogs. These dogs have been loved, responsibly vetted, and cared for throughout their lives, though not in an ideal overall situation. They were in a somewhat hoarding situation… not the typical not cared for at all one, but still applies. They were kept clean and fed and I paid for most of their vet care along the way, but their owner would not surrender them until now. I am finally allowed to find them homes, and cannot provide the level of long-term veterinary care these dogs deserve — including dental work, senior monitoring, and ongoing medical needs, thus, I am seeking permanent, stable homes where their remaining years can be lived with comfort, dignity, and consistency. What I am looking for • A calm, stable home • Someone experienced with senior dogs • Financial ability to provide ongoing veterinary and dental care • A commitment to keep them for life — no rehoming • Patience, kindness, and realistic expectations These dogs are older (aged 8 to 12 years old), and while many are still active, affectionate, and content, they will require the kind of care someone prepared for senior dogs can provide. What I will provide Full transparency about age, temperament, and medical needs Important medical history is known I do not have every vaccine record/etc but they are all spayed/ neutered, microchipped, and current on rabies vaccines Time for proper introductions Careful, thoughtful placement — this will not be rushed I am open to placing individual dogs or compatible pairs, and I will work closely with the right people to ensure a good match. If you are genuinely experienced with senior dogs and are prepared — financially and emotionally— to care for one for the rest of their life, please reach out by private message and tell me about yourself, your home, and your experience. These dogs deserve peace, safety, and love for the remainder of their lives. Thank you for reading with compassion. Hi, we're Misty and Lulu, real sisters (in the Seattle area) with hearts full of love. We can be adopted together or separate. We're sweet, friendly, and mellow. At 9 and 20 lbs, we're a perfectly bonded pair, if you are open to 2, but also do fine separately. We are fully vetted and ready to find a forever home where we can share our loyalty and love. We promise to fill your home with warmth and companionship. Consider making us a part of your family; we're just waiting to love and be loved in return. Note: when proof of dental is sent, the adoption fee will be returned to the adopter. We are DESPERATE for a home of our own. We are about 8 years old. Despite our different looks, we are true sisters from the same purebred shih tzu mommy dog. We are 2 of the best pups there too (we don't just say that, our fosters tell us so as well). They say we are absolutely too sweet and wonderful to be stuck without a home of our own. We do great with kids, cats, and other dogs... as long as the other dogs are not bossy or mean to us. We do pretty good not pottying in the house as long as we are kept on a regular schedule going outside. We are super sweet natured. We love to see what you are doing and just be near you whatever that is. We are not super high energy, so no need to do any dramatic things with us activity wise. We just love attention and cuddles! We need to be monitored when fed so Lulu doesn't eat all of the food... she tends to like it the most and steals mine when she can. I know we aren't young puppies anymore, but please give us a chance. Our rescue has a trial designed for you... so that you can be sure we are a good fit with your situation. Our vetting up to date (spay, heartworm free and on preventative, rabies, microchip, other vaccines up to date), with the exception of our dentals that need updated. We had our last dental about 3 years ago. I (Misty) have an old eye injury that I have had since a puppy. It does not bother me I am so used to not seeing too well out of that eye.
We'll also keep you updated on Pretty's adoption status with email updates.
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Pretty

Shih Tzu Havanese

Female, Young
Seattle, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Pretty! Pretty is an almost 1 year old Shih Tzu / Havanese mix. She was bottle-fed and it shows in the best (and wildest) ways. Pretty is extremely social and absolutely convinced that every person and every dog on earth is her best friend. She loves people of all ages and thrives on being right in the middle of whatever is happening. Privacy? Never heard of her. ,She adores other dogs and must have a confident, playful companion dog in the home, ideally one who enjoys being parkour equipment. She is way too energetic for a senior person or senior dog and will happily bounce off furniture, walls, and occasionally your dignity. Her zoomies are legendary: not quick one-minute bursts, but full half-hour cardio sessions. True to her breed, Pretty does bark at people she sees but it is less of a "get off my lawn" and more of a "GET OVER HERE AND PLAY WITH ME". Cats, however, are a different story. After being slapped by one, she decided to hold a lifelong grudge and is now a committed cat chaser.  She is athletic, nosey, and always where the action is. She also loves mud like it's a lifestyle choice, so her future family should expect regular grooming to keep her mat-free and clean. Party girl energy, spa-day maintenance. Pretty has an oversized tongue, a tiny jaw, and malformed or missing teeth, which means her tongue is always out and somehow always adorable. Annual dental and oral checkups will be important, as dental disease could be a concern down the road. Her biggest flaw? A complete lack of survival instincts. Pretty fully expects you to catch her when she launches herself into a trust fall or trust leap. She operates under the unshakable belief that the world is safe, everyone loves her, and gravity is optional. She's never met a stranger in her life. If you are looking for a fearless, chaotic, affectionate little rock star who lives life at full volume, Pretty is ready to steal the spotlight (and your heart).  Pretty is vaccinated, spayed and chipped. Her adoption fee is $450 We cover the medical to prepare the pet for adoption and the adopt donations go directly to cover those costs and range from $295-$495.  Thank you for stepping up to save a life! To expedite to meet with this dog, please go to our site at www.savinggreatanimals.org and fill out an application. We look at the first applications to arrive, so we hope to hear from you soon! February 9, 2026, 8:04 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Beacon's adoption status with email updates.
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Beacon

Shih Tzu

Male, 6 yrs 7 mos
Seattle, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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Story
Beacon is a six year old Shih Tzu. He’s a sweet, calm little man who is looking for a loving home. He has done really well since coming into foster care and has relaxed and is enjoying life. He is great about going potty outside on leash or roaming free in fenced yard. He is pretty quick about doing his business and isn’t bothered by a little rain. At night, he enjoys white noise (if there’s a lot of traffic sounds) but he sleeps really well all night in his space in the bathroom. During the day he comes out and hangs out with his foster mom and takes naps on the couch. He enjoys belly rubs and sitting by the fireplace. He has been very comfortable around our indoor cats. He shows no aggression towards them or any other animals he’s encountered. He has found some cat toys he likes and picks them up and carries them around. He’s slowly learning to play. He likes car rides and sits in his doggy car seat like a gentleman. He has been so good with baths and his eye meds. A calm reassuring voice is all he needs to understand that you are helping him. He is fairly comfortable around adults and teens and has shown no aggression at all. He’s getting more confident every day. He is a wonderful companion who enjoys sitting on the couch watching tv or walking around the block sniffing bushes and wagging his tail. Beacon is a good boy!
We'll also keep you updated on Pudding 's adoption status with email updates.
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Pudding

Shih Tzu Pointer

Female, 2 mos
Seattle, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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Story
Pudding is a tiny Shih Tzu puppy with a huge personality. She’s got spunk, confidence, and just enough sass to keep things interesting. She’s pretty independent and likes to explore on her own, but the second you sit down, she’s more than happy to curl up next to you for a cuddle. She’s super curious about everything going on around her and is always ready to investigate a new sound, toy, or corner of the house. She loves to play and would do great with someone who wants a little sidekick with personality. Pudding is sweet, kind, and just wants to be your tiny best friend. Pudding sleeps in an indoor play pen and is starting to sleep through the night, but with very early wake ups! She also loves napping by your side throughout the day. Pudding is still working on potty training. She’s a young puppy but she catches on quickly. Taking her out on a regular schedule, using positive reinforcement when she goes outside, and watching for her signals at the door will help build the habit. She is good with other dogs and cats and cars, but doesn’t have experience with kids yet. She is food motivated, Good with cats, She might bark a little at with, but will bark a little bit at cats, depending on the moment Pudding is one of those little dogs that feels like she was meant to be someone’s best friend. She’s independent enough to explore and entertain herself, but she absolutely lights up when she gets attention. She’s playful, sweet, and so full of personality. You can already see what a wonderful companion she’s going to grow into with a little guidance and consistency. -----

A Quick but Important Note to All Adopters:
Please remember that none of our dogs arrive fully trained. Most come from tough or uncertain beginnings and may have never lived in a home or known basic routines. That means:

✧ They are not potty trained on arrival. Most dogs regress in potty training when moving to a new environment.

✧ They may lack basic manners (like leash walking or appropriate chewing).

✧ They’re learning, growing, and doing their best—but they will need patience, structure, and compassion to succeed.

The majority of these pups have lived in the confinement of a cage or kennel run for most - if not all - of their lives. Because of this, we strongly discourage the use of crates for anything other than vehicle transport. They deserve the chance to decompress and learn what true freedom and comfort feel like.

Our amazing foster homes work hard to start these dogs on the right path, but they are rescues, not finished products. These dogs need time, consistency, and a loving home willing to meet them where they are.

Also, breed designations are our best guesses based on appearance and behavior. We can't guarantee breed, size, adult weight, or coat type.
We'll also keep you updated on BeefJerky 's adoption status with email updates.
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BeefJerky

Shih Tzu Pointer

Male, 2 mos
Seattle, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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Story
Beef Jerky Is a Shih Tzu puppy. He loves to explore his surroundings and play fight with other little dogs. So far he sleeps in a playpen. He may wake for late night for play fights, but will go back to sleep without problem. Beef Jerky is using the puppy pads most of the time, but he is still learning. He is not quite sure what to do about using the potty outside just yet, but he does love to explore the yard. Beef Jerky is not possessive of his humans. He is okay with other dogs, and children, but hasn’t had experience with cats. He is OK with cars. He has not shown any signs of aggression of any type. He is just a curious puppy. He is definitely motivated by food. -----

A Quick but Important Note to All Adopters:
Please remember that none of our dogs arrive fully trained. Most come from tough or uncertain beginnings and may have never lived in a home or known basic routines. That means:

✧ They are not potty trained on arrival. Most dogs regress in potty training when moving to a new environment.

✧ They may lack basic manners (like leash walking or appropriate chewing).

✧ They’re learning, growing, and doing their best—but they will need patience, structure, and compassion to succeed.

The majority of these pups have lived in the confinement of a cage or kennel run for most - if not all - of their lives. Because of this, we strongly discourage the use of crates for anything other than vehicle transport. They deserve the chance to decompress and learn what true freedom and comfort feel like.

Our amazing foster homes work hard to start these dogs on the right path, but they are rescues, not finished products. These dogs need time, consistency, and a loving home willing to meet them where they are.

Also, breed designations are our best guesses based on appearance and behavior. We can't guarantee breed, size, adult weight, or coat type.
We'll also keep you updated on GoldFish 's adoption status with email updates.
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GoldFish

Shih Tzu Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup)

Male, 2 mos
Seattle, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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Story
Gold Fish is a Shih Tzu/ toy Poodle puppy. He is a sweet pup with a big heart. He likes to play with his toys and can self-entertain, though he prefers human interaction. Goldfish is learning to play fetch with a poof ball and loves being praised when he returns it. He loves cats, but can sometimes be a bit too energetic for them. Goldfish enjoys Zoom meetings and is an excellent office companion. He will happily play and nap while his person works from home. Goldfish sleeps in a crate at night with his foster sister. After a few whimpers, he goes right to sleep and generally sleeps through the night. He likes a nightlight in the room. During the day, he will sometimes choose to sleep in his crate for naps, though he prefers to nap in a bed or lap near his people. Goldfish does a good job of going to the bathroom outside each morning. He will also go potty outside anytime he is outdoors. When in his room/pen, he usually goes on the mat. However, when out in the larger areas of our house, he tends to go wherever is convenient, so he needs help learning to go win appropriate places. Goldfish is playful and snuggly when in a room with his people, however, when left alone in a room, he tends to whimper for a minute until he settles. He is good with cats and dogs and Ok riding in a car. He is one terrific little dog! -----

A Quick but Important Note to All Adopters:
Please remember that none of our dogs arrive fully trained. Most come from tough or uncertain beginnings and may have never lived in a home or known basic routines. That means:

✧ They are not potty trained on arrival. Most dogs regress in potty training when moving to a new environment.

✧ They may lack basic manners (like leash walking or appropriate chewing).

✧ They’re learning, growing, and doing their best—but they will need patience, structure, and compassion to succeed.

The majority of these pups have lived in the confinement of a cage or kennel run for most - if not all - of their lives. Because of this, we strongly discourage the use of crates for anything other than vehicle transport. They deserve the chance to decompress and learn what true freedom and comfort feel like.

Our amazing foster homes work hard to start these dogs on the right path, but they are rescues, not finished products. These dogs need time, consistency, and a loving home willing to meet them where they are.

Also, breed designations are our best guesses based on appearance and behavior. We can't guarantee breed, size, adult weight, or coat type.

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Glass Slipper Animal Rescue (Seattle & transport)

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Little Dog Rescue

1037 NE 65th St. #167, Seattle, WA 98115

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Seattle, WA 98133

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Covington, WA 98042

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16.9 miles

Forever Home Dog Rescue

PMB 146 19410 Highway 99 Ste A (mailing), Lynnwood, WA 98036

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CHEW Dog Rescue

Gig Harbor, WA 98335

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