Shih Tzu and Maltese Dogs Available for Adoption in Plantation, Florida

**ALL ADOPTIONS INCLUDE A HOME VISIT. YOU MUST LIVE IN BROWARD OR PALM BEACH COUNTIES**

The 3 Puppies Story Begins With Mama: Meet Azmira

Every great litter has a great mama, and Azmira is exactly that. She came to us as a rescued one-and-a-half-year-old Maltese Yorkie mix, arriving alongside her siblings, all of whom share the same beautiful hypoallergenic lineage with traits of Maltese, Yorkie, and Shih Tzu. Her siblings range from 10 to 18 pounds fully grown, which gives you a wonderful window into what these puppies may become. Azmira is gentle, loving, and devoted. She has poured everything she has into her puppies, and soon it will be her turn to find her own forever home. But first, her babies need theirs.

About This Litter: At just five weeks old, Star Anise, Ziva, and Sprout are already showing the world exactly who they are. They are using the pee pad, discovering wet food alongside mama's milk, and navigating each new day with the wide-eyed wonder that only a puppy can pull off. They are healthy, thriving, and ready to begin the process of finding the people who will love them for a lifetime. These are not puppies for someone dipping a toe in. They are for the experienced dog lover, someone who understands that a young puppy is an investment of time, patience, consistency, and joy. Someone who has done this before and knows that every moment spent in those early months pays dividends for years to come. If that is you, read on. With their hypoallergenic heritage across Maltese, Yorkie, and Shih Tzu lines, these puppies are likely to be low to non-shedding companions with soft, beautiful coats that will only become more stunning with care and grooming. Each one carries a distinct personality already beginning to show.

What Adoption Requires

Our Promise to These Puppies

We are committed to making sure every puppy in this litter grows up healthy, protected, and loved. That means we partner with our adopters through the first months of life, and we ask for a genuine commitment in return. Here is what the journey looks like.

MAY: Last Week of May 2025. First vaccines administered. Puppies become available for adoption.

JUNE: Week of June 14th, 2025. Second round of vaccines at our vet in Broward County. Adopter brings puppy in.

JULY: Week of July 12th, 2025. Third round of vaccines at our vet in Broward County. Adopter brings puppy in.

SEP: September or October 2025. Spay or neuter at our vet in Broward County at 6 months of age. Required as part of the adoption agreement.

Location requirement: Adopters must reside in Palm Beach or Broward County to ensure they are able to bring their puppy to our vet in Broward County for scheduled vaccine appointments and the spay or neuter procedure. This is a firm part of our adoption commitment and helps us ensure every puppy receives complete, consistent care.

Sprout, Male, 3 oz: Sprout is the big brother of the litter at a whopping three ounces, and he carries it with a certain swagger. His wavy, curly coat is the kind that grows into something truly gorgeous with regular grooming, and his size suggests he may be the most robust of the three at maturity. Sprout is for someone who loves a dog with personality to spare, a little guy who will be enthusiastic about everything, mornings, walks, snack time, and especially you. This dog's adoption fee is $800 to go towards their vetting (vaccines, spay/neuter, heartworm/Ehrlichia/Lyme test, fecal test, pre-op blood work, dental cleaning, and microchip as well as grooming if needed). If you are interested, please fill out the adoption application. For additional information regarding our adoption process, please check our FAQ's Page.

*All dogs in the care of Get a Life Pet Rescue live in loving foster homes while waiting for their perfect match. They don't live in cages or crates (unless there is a medical reason to do so). They are treated as family pets while in our care. * All dogs in our care are fed premium brand holistic food as well as supplements and vitamins specific to each dog's needs. We don't buy inexpensive bulk dry kibble; our rescues are fed premium wet food diets as part of a comprehensive rehabilitation program to ensure maximum health. * All of our rescues receive complete quality vetting, including full dental cleaning with pre-op bloodwork, spay/neuter, vaccines, and grooming. Dogs in need of specialized medicine will be seen by specialists, including full cardiac workups and ophthalmologist visits. All suspicious lumps and bumps are biopsied, and every medical need is transparent to potential adopters. *Once you adopt from Get a Life Pet Rescue, you become part of our compassionate family, and we are here for you if a problem with your precious dog arises.

The Maltese is a small toy breed known for its glamorous white coat, which is long, silky, and virtually hypoallergenic. They are gentle, affectionate companion dogs that thrive on human companionship and make wonderful family pets. Maltese dogs are playful, intelligent, and alert, with a confident demeanor despite their small size. They require regular grooming to maintain their luxurious coat and are suitable for apartment living due to their size and adaptability.

The Shih Tzu is a small, affectionate dog breed known for its distinctive appearance, with a luxurious double coat, a short muzzle, and large round eyes. Originally bred as companion dogs for Chinese royalty, Shih Tzus are friendly, outgoing, and loving pets. They are known for their playful and charming personality, making them great family pets and suitable for apartment living. With their low shedding coat and adorable face, Shih Tzus are popular among dog lovers worldwide.

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