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Shih Tzu puppies and dogs in Lakewood, Washington

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Jojo

Shih Tzu

Male, 10 yrs
Tacoma, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
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We’re still getting to know this pet’s unique personality and will share more soon.

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Jojo

Shih Tzu

Male, 10 yrs
Tacoma, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
We’re still getting to know this pet’s unique personality and will share more soon.
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Scamp

Shih Tzu

Male, 3 yrs
Spanaway, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Scamp DOB: 4/18/23 Breed: Shih Tzu mix Weight - about 11 lbs Neutered Male Grooming appt is scheduled May 11th Scamp is a sweet, sensitive little guy who just needs a day to feel safe. It took him about 24 hours to warm up to his foster family, and once he did, his gentle, affectionate personality came right out. He’s dog‑friendly, people‑friendly, and looks to his humans for guidance when he’s unsure. He does get excited and can jump up on people, so at this time we’re recommending older, respectful children only. (And with smaller breeds like him, we generally prefer older kids anyway.) Scamp loves leash walks and enjoys sniffing along the way. He tends to stay by your heelside. Right now he’s a shaggy little mop, and he has a grooming appointment on Monday, May 11th to get him all cleaned up. He also has an endearing underbite and tiny snaggle tooth that make him extra charming. We’re looking for a family who can help Scamp continue building confidence and who can commit to his regular grooming needs. He’s a lovely, sensitive boy who will thrive with patient, kind people. Scamp is ready for his fresh start — could that be with you? About Our Rescue & Transport Most of our dogs come from Eastern WA, where vet care is more affordable. We’re fully volunteer‑run, so we meet approved adopters halfway or at a mutually convenient date, time, and location. Meeting Locations Western WA adopters: We can meet in Wenatchee, Ellensburg, or Leavenworth. Eastern WA adopters: We can meet in Moses Lake, Quincy, Reardan, or Omak. If travel is difficult, we’ll do our best to arrange a volunteer hand‑off. Adoption application link (copy/paste): https://forms.gle/PUKXrshWYAVhGCYE6
Special Needs
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Archie

Shih Tzu

Male, 1 yr 8 mos
Gig Harbor, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Say Hello to Archie, a wonderful 1 1/2-year-old pup currently searching for his very unique forever family.Archie is a special needs dog who is visually impaired; he has no sight in one eye and very limited sight in the other. However, he has successfully navigated his world since birth, and his limited vision hasn't slowed him down one bit. While he may bark if he is unsure of where his person is, a soft voice and a moment in your arms helps him orient himself.Archie is incredibly playful and loves to run in the yard once he is familiar with the perimeter. Because of this, a fenced yard is a requirement for his new home. Once he finds your lap, he is a world-class cuddler who is generous with his kisses and loves to be caressed. He currently enjoys playing with his foster dog and loves to shake his soft toys to entice others to chase him.Archie has proven he would be excellent at blind dog agility classes, as he is always up for an adventure. He would do best in a focused and determined household with children aged 10 years and older. Are you Archie's forever home?(An adoption fee of $500 is required.) If you are interested in this dog, please go to the Adopt page of our website where you will find a link to an adoption application form. https://www.chewdogrescue.org/adoptIf you have previously submitted an application form to CHEW, there is no need to reapply. Just let us know you're interested in this dog. We do our best to match families and dogs so everyone is pleased and the placement is permanent. We reserve the right to refuse an applicant if the home situation is incompatible with the needs of the rescue dog. Rescue is about doing our best for the dog. We do home and reference checks. All of our dogs are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and are up to date with current vaccinations before being placed in their forever homes.
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Rascal

Shih Tzu Schnauzer (Giant)

Male, 9 mos
Federal Way, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained,
Story
Meet Rascal — The Chill, Loving Little Gentleman Rascal is an 9 months old bundle of joy with the cutest personality and a heart full of love. This adorable guy has a naturally chill demeanor, sprinkled with just the right amount of playful puppy energy. Whether he’s relaxing by your side or enjoying a little romp around the yard, Rascal is happiest simply being near his people. He gets along wonderfully with other dogs and absolutely loves meeting new humans. His gentle nature and affectionate spirit make him an easy fit for many types of homes. Rascal is current on his vetting and is scheduled for his neuter, so he’ll be all set for his forever family. He is located in San Antonio, Texas, but is available for adoption throughout the U.S. and Canada. If you’re looking for a sweet, easygoing companion who brings joy everywhere he goes, don’t miss your chance to make Rascal part of your family. Complete your adoption application now using the link below. https://new.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/AWAG/Dog
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Rachel

Shih Tzu

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo
Yelm, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Rachel is a sweet girl that was found as a stray I play rough with my dog friends I might do best as as only child but it depends on the other dog please email gurrsandpurrsyelm@gmail.com for a application
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Misty & Lulu

Shih Tzu Chihuahua

Female, 9 yrs
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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Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County

2608 Center Street, Tacoma, WA 98409

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8 miles

Fur Ever Yours Dog Rescue - Spanaway, WA Foster

Spanaway, WA 98387

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10.5 miles

CHEW Dog Rescue

Gig Harbor, WA 98335

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13.7 miles

All About The Waggles - PNW Transport

Federal Way, WA 98003

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18.6 miles

Gurrs and Purrs dog rescue

806 Yelm Ave East Suite 1, Yelm, WA 98597

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Rescue

34.2 miles

Glass Slipper Animal Rescue (Seattle & transport)

Seattle, WA 98039

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Rescue

37.7 miles

Little Dog Rescue

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

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41.1 miles

Ginger's Pet Rescue

Seattle, WA 98133

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41.9 miles

Motley Zoo Animal Rescue

23316 NE Redmond Fall City Rd, #522, Redmond, WA 98053

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45.2 miles

Homeward Pet Adoption Center

13132 NE 177th Place, Woodinville, WA 98072

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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