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KULIT

Shih Tzu

Male, 6 yrs
Kent, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Hi! My name is Kulit (kool-it) and I am available for adoption!I was brought in by my previous owner on 01/28/26 due to them not having the time to give me, and them wanting the best life for me.I am a well behaved young man! I was just neutered the 29th of January so I will be needing to recover from that the next 5-10 days! I have been microchipped, vaccinated to be `up to date` on my vaccines, and I am ready to meet my new family!I am an easy-going, curious guy. I am a big fan of the wet food while I`ve been here at the shelter. Going with the flow is how I approach life, so I am looking for an equally laidback family.You can visit me at the Pet Adoption Center on weekdays from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm, Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. The Pet Adoption Center is located at 21615 64th Ave S, Kent, WA 98032.Come and visit me today, I`d love to go home with you!
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Wizard

Shih Tzu Poodle (Miniature)

Male, 4 yrs
Covington, WA
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
PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE BIO ON THIS DOG BEFORE REQUESTING AN APPLICATION. MANY OF OUR DOGS HAVE STRICT REQUIREMENTS FOR THEIR ADOPTION. To see more pictures of this dog, please visit our Facebook page and look under “photos” and then “albums”. 4-year-old male Shih Tzu/Poodle, about 16 pounds. Wizard is a sweet and kind bundle of energy. He is very friendly and eager to interact and play with people, kids, and other dogs. He would likely be fine with a cat but has not been tested. When it comes to energy, Wizard is a husky in a small cuddly dog body. He enjoys long walks - he gets into a flow, walks briskly like a little robot, stops to watch people at work, kids playing, squirrels, birds, takes in the smells, then back to brisk walk...rinse & repeat - for 4-6 miles everyday rain or shine. He is not spooked by occasional traffic sounds, lawn mowers, or gas blowers, so he can do long walks in a suburban setting. He will also make a great hiking buddy in the beautiful PNW. He plays well on his own with toys but likes it even more when the play is interactive with humans, e.g. tug-of-war. Once he has expended his energy, Wizard is a cuddle bug, laying contentedly on the couch with some physical contact with a human. He does well in his crate and potties outside. He will bark and scream (high-pitched) initially when left alone, but if you ignore him, he gives up after ~5 minutes and is quiet as a mouse after that. He may eventually get over this "fear of missing out" (FOMO) behavior, but currently this makes him less suited for apartment-living. He loves people and will do fine as an only dog in a home. He is a dog that will need consistent trips to the groomer, and he is great for brushing and nails. So far, he has proven to be low/no shed. To request an adoption application, email smidgetrescue@hotmail.com Adoption contract and fee applies. All adoptable dogs can be met at adoption events hosted every weekend. For a list of scheduled events go to: https://www.facebook.com/SmidgetRescue/events . Smidget Rescue is not a shelter, and dogs cannot be seen at the Rescue location. All dogs are fostered throughout the Puget Sound area and are brought to the events where they can be met by prospective adopters. Additional pictures of adoptable dogs can be seen at: https://www.facebook.com/SmidgetRescue/photos_stream?tab=photos_albums. All adoptable dogs are spayed or neutered at 6 months of age or older. Puppies are adopted with a refundable spay/neuter deposit (in addition to the adoption fee) and adopters are required to get their puppy to our vet for their pre-scheduled spay-neuter appointments. APPLICATIONS CAN BE OBTAINED BY EMAIL ONLY. Adoption process includes application, meet & greet, home visit and reference check. Email Jamie at smidgetrescue@hotmail.com or click on the CONTACT link on this page. PLEASE DOUBLE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS BEFORE SENDING. 8632781We get a fair number of incorrect emails and Jamie is not able to contact potential adopters. Notice: We do not ship dogs out of state. You must live within a three-hour radius of Seattle, WA, (such as Portland, Vancouver B.C., etc.), so we can arrange for a home visit. If your home seems like a great fit for the dog you would like to adopt, you must then drive to meet the dog at one of our weekend events or at the fosters home.
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Moe

Shih Tzu

Male, Senior
Tacoma, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
He loves his walks daily, loves puppy, kittens, picky about large dogs. Like cars rides, going to get the mail. Loves his day bed but sleeps on bed with owner, I use pet stairs for him to get up and down. Groomed every 3 months. Knows several English words, every if you spell them. He was given to us when he was 1 yr, now 12, he base as my husband's dog, my husband passed of cancer, he has really missed him. I have heath issues and can not doing his daily walks, because I broke my femur last year.
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Misty & Lulu

Shih Tzu Chihuahua

Female, 8 yrs 8 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.
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Bingo & Peluche

Shih Tzu

Male, Adult
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,
Story
Meet Bingo and Peluche! This lovely bonded pair is so wonderful. Sadly they lost their home and are hoping to find a new place together. Bingo is a Shih Tzu and is around 2-3 years old. Peluche is a mystery mix, possibly some terrier, and is around 4-5 years old. These boys love each other! Both boys are loving and eager for human attention. They will quietly hang out with you while you are working at home and once they feel comfortable they will entertain each other with some playtime. They get along well together but protect each other when other dogs are involved, mostly when toys or favorite beds are involved.  They are good boys who don't ask for much. Peluche is a bit more timid than Bingo and needs a moment to warm up, particularly to men. With a bit of patience he will be your forever friend.  Both boys are neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. Their combined adoption fee is $600 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! January 13, 2026, 7:25 pm
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Louis wants to make beautiful music with you!

Shih Tzu

Male, 6 mos
Seattle, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Our little Louis Armstrong is ready to experience this wonderful world with you! Surrendered to our rescue from an unintended litter with his sibling Duke, this boy is ready to make beautiful music with you. Louis is a loving and affectionate Shih Tzu - a special pup just looking for his forever family. These little dogs are special, clever, cuddly and courageous when protecting their people. Louis plays well with his foster brother and is coming our of his shell more every day. Working hard on potty manners both outside and to designated pee pads. Louis has already received his neuter, is vaccinated and Microchipped included in his adoption donation.

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2.5 miles

Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC)

21615 64th Ave. S., Kent, WA 98032

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Smidget Rescue

Covington, WA 98042

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15.2 miles

Glass Slipper Animal Rescue (Seattle & transport)

Seattle, WA 98039

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16.5 miles

Saving Great Animals

Seattle, WA 98119

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

17.9 miles

Pacific Rim Rescue

Seattle, WA 98105

Pet Types: dogs

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18.7 miles

Hope 4 La Pawz - Seattle transport

Seattle, WA 98107

Pet Types: dogs

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19.4 miles

Little Dog Rescue

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

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Rescue

25 miles

Charming Pet Rescue - WA Transport Stop

Bothell, WA 98011

Pet Types: dogs

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27.8 miles

Forever Home Dog Rescue

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

Pet Types: dogs

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