Ripa's new dog, a Maltese/Shih Tzu mix named Lena, joins her other rescue pooch Chewie Kelli Bender is the Pets Editor at PEOPLE. She has been working at PEOPLE since 2013. Her work has previously ...

Some of the greatest companions you'll ever find are sitting at the shelter waiting for their second chance this holiday season. A senior Shih-Tzu named Hunter is one of these sweethearts whose ...

(KLFY) — When she was found, you could hardly tell she was a dog. Ida is a senior Shih Tzu who was found drowning in a crawfish pond and trapped in thick mud. She got a second chance thanks to good ...

FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (7News) — Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) and fire crews worked together to save a 17-year-old Shih Tzu trapped in an HVAC air vent. SEE ALSO | Veterinarians warn dog ...

There's nothing like a good before and after story, especially when it comes to shelter pups. After living on the streets, some of them arrive in less than desirable shape. Those with obvious signs of ...

PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY, Md. (7News) — UPDATE | Sources tell 7News that Zoi was found. Police in Prince George's County are asking for the public's help in locating a stolen dog. A 16-year-old Shih Tzu ...

LANHAM, Md. — Pets are often considered family, and right now one Maryland family is absolutely devastated. On Nov. 15, the Diaz family says their little Shih Tzu named Coco, was snatched up by a ...