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Shih Tzu puppies and dogs in Torrington, Connecticut

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Gardonia

Shih Tzu

Female, 13 yrs
Torrington, CT
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Story
Meet Gardonia! Gardonia is a sweet Shih Tzu senior who was dumped by her owners. She is 13 years old and weighs 14 pounds. She loves meeting other dogs and is house trained. She is deaf and has dry eye. She is wobbly, so no stairs. Please visit our website at https://sites.google.com/view/muddymoosemutts/home or email pawrescued2016@gmail.com for an application. Her adoption fee is $250.
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Grayson

Shih Tzu

Male, 9 mos
Torrington, CT
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Grayson! Grayson was found on the streets of New Haven with matted fur and scared. He is now all shaved down and ready to be happy in his forever home. Grayson is a 9 month old Shih Tzu puppy and he weighs about 11 pounds. He is completely vetted and neutered. Grayson is a little timid at first but quickly comes out of his shell. He is ready or his forever home. Please visit our website at https://sites.google.com/view/muddymoosemutts/home or email pawrescued2016@gmail.com for an application. His adoption fee is $550.
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Carson

Shih Tzu Basset Hound

Male, 7 yrs 2 mos
Southington, CT
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet the cutest little guy around! He is a compact ball of love and we call him our "Walmart Greeter". Carson's person died a couple of years ago and he is needing a new home. Carson is a happy little guy who loves everyone and gets along great with other dogs. Carson is playful, housebroken, snuggly, likes to play with toys and would love a family to call his own again. This little guy is part Shih Tzu part.... Bassett?? A short, stocky little man for sure. Don't let those little legs fool you though, he likes to run and play with the big dogs. Carson is housebroken, so the hard work is done for you! He is an adult with a lot of life left! Let him snuggle up to you and you can heal his little heart. If you'd like to adopt Carson, please fill out our online application at www.goofyfootrescue.org Carson is in foster care in West TN and will be transported once his adoption is finalized.
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Moxie

Shih Tzu Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Female, Adult
West Cornwall, CT
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Do you feel like you're missing a princess in your life? Maybe someone to cuddle on the couch with, or to pamper with pretty things and fancy meals? If so, Moxie is your girl! She would love to follow you everywhere you go and get endless pets and affection. She loves to go for nice walks in the sun and explore the big world with all its great smells! She's such a sweet little girl and would love to make your family whole. Come meet this little princess and see if she picks you!   APPROXIMATE WEIGHT:  11.5 lbs. ESTIMATED DOB: 7/25/2020  GOOD WITH OTHER DOGS:  unknown GOOD WITH KIDS:  unknown GOOD WITH CATS:  unknown REQUIRES A FENCE:  no ACTIVITY LEVEL:  med LIKES TO VOCALIZE:  some SPECIAL NEEDS:  no BREED EXPERIENCE NEEDED:  no APPROPRIATE PLACEMENT FOR 1ST TIME DOG OWNER?  yes FREE OBEDIENCE TRAINING IS OFFERED WITH ALL DOG ADOPTIONS ​Please note that we are often asked if dogs are "house trained".  The dogs are in fact living in a kennel environment during their time with us.  Even if they have previously lived in a home and been trained - the stress of the change and the new home can sometimes cause regression and require some additional training.  We feel that it's best for all adopters to be prepared for this possibility. Visit our adoption page for details about our process, and to fill out an adoption application.  All animals come spayed/neutered, UTD on vaccines, and microchipped.  If the animals age or health prevents any of these from being completed prior to adoption a voucher is issued for the services to be performed.  If you have any questions about the animal, or our adoption process, please email adopt@littleguild.org.  The Little Guild is a 501c(3) federally recognized non-profit organization devoted to saving the lives of homeless pets.  April 8, 2026, 5:02 pm
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Andy

Shih Tzu

Male, Adult
Hartford, CT
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
Please contact Jamesa (roxysrescue@yahoo.com), 713-882-2610 for more information about this pet.This cute little boy is ANDY, he was named Raggedy ANDY because he looks so bad full of mats and overgrown hair.  He had been on the streets a long time by no fault of his own.  Someone on a street in San Antonio knew him and his owner.  His owner died and the family put poor ANDY on the streets.  The neighbors felt sorry for him and would take turns feeding him.  Once the winter got cold on a 26 degree night, a friendly neighbor put a sweater on him and allowed him to sleep in their gargage but that neighbor too tossed him back on the streets.  Another neighbor could not stand it any longer and called me to take him in. It took 2 days to groom ANDY with the hard mounds of mats on him and he just sat there very quiet and patiently waiting to get all of the stuff off of him.  Pictures are available. ANDY is 2 years old and 18 pounds and a great little guy.  He really likes following me around but he is pretty independent, not a velcro dog although he does like to cuddle and be close to watch TV.  He walks very well on a leash and does not get car sick and of course he still very well for a bath and to be groomed which he will need to be groomed about every 6-8 weeks. He gets along with the other foster dogs, crate and potty trained.  If you are interested in adopting ANDY please submit an application on the website below.  Thank you. www.roxysk9rescue.org     ADOPTION FEE & APPLICATION REQUIRED   Roxxy's K-9 Rescue does not have a shelter, all of our dogs are raised in foster homes.  Each dog comes  spay/neutered (fixed), rabies shots appropriate for their age, and dewormed twice.  The dogs are up to date on vaccinations according to their age at the time of adoption.  They are microchipped, heartworm tested and on monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventative.  ALL OF THIS IS INCLUDED IN THE ADOPTION FEE. We transport across the United States. Medical records will come with each dog at the time of adoption. Our organization is run by volunteers/foster parents, please be patient to give us time to respond to your emails and/or phone calls.  We will reply to you.  Thank you.         March 12, 2026, 9:09 am
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Queenie

Shih Tzu

Female, Senior
Hartford, CT
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Please contact Jamesa (roxysrescue@yahoo.com), 713-882-2610 for more information about this pet.This majestic little lady is QUEENIE  She is 9 years young and 7 pounds and a great little toy Shih Tzu that you can hold and cuddle and take on errands with you.  I thought about keeping QUEENIE myself because of her age but I have foster dogs who take up my time and attention and QUEENIE tries to follow behind me and ends up getting run over. She still plays and goes outside to potty with everyone else and all of the dogs are bigger than she is.  She is quiet and independent and primarily healthy.  Because of her age and breed, she has Luxating Patella in both legs but that does not stop her from running and jumping AND climbing the stairs just fine.  She use to sleep in a crate but decided that the laundry room was more comfortable so she drug her little bed and blanket into the laundry room.  I was shocked but I allowed her to make that her room. She is not spayed but I will get her spayed before she goes to her new home.  QUEENIE was horribly matted when I got her, she was found on the streets of San Antonio, TX and had to be shaved down.  She has grown out and needs to be groomed again which she will be this week coming up, April 1, Wednesday. This is simply a little doll toy Shih Tzu that is pure delightful to have around.  I love having her in my home. If you are interested in adopting QUEENIE, please submit an application on the website below.  Thank you. www.roxysk9rescue.org     ADOPTION FEE & APPLICATION REQUIRED   Roxxy's K-9 Rescue does not have a shelter, all of our dogs are raised in foster homes.  Each dog comes  spay/neutered (fixed), rabies shots appropriate for their age, and dewormed twice.  The dogs are up to date on vaccinations according to their age at the time of adoption.  They are microchipped, heartworm tested and on monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventative.  ALL OF THIS IS INCLUDED IN THE ADOPTION FEE. We transport across the United States. Medical records will come with each dog at the time of adoption. Our organization is run by volunteers/foster parents, please be patient to give us time to respond to your emails and/or phone calls.  We will reply to you.  Thank you.         April 4, 2026, 9:53 am

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Muddy Moose Mutts, Inc

Torrington, CT 06098

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Goofy Foot Rescue - Southington, CT

Southington, CT 06489

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The Little Guild

285 Sharon Goshen Turnpike, West Cornwall, CT 06796

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Roxy's K9 Rescue - Hartford, CT Transport Stop

Hartford, CT 06105

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A Doggie 4 You - CT transport stop

Hartford, CT 06101

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26.3 miles

Meade Canine Rescue

50 N Chippawalla Rd, Wingdale, NY 12594

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Sarah's Second Chance Dog Rescue

182 Skinner Rd, Vernon, CT 06066

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Critter Cavalry Rescue New England - CT

Andover, CT 06232

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New Beginnings Animal Rescue - Branford, CT Transport

Branford, CT 06405

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43.9 miles

Compassionate animal rescue of Dutchess county

Po box 4, Wappingers, NY 12590

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