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Breed
Shih Tzu/Maltese
Color
Tricolor (Tan/Brown & Black & White)
Age
Young
Size
Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)
Weight
–
Sex
Male
Pet ID
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My details
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
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PLEASE READ THIS PROFILE AND THE REQUESTED CRITERIA BEFORE CALLING OR SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION. THANKS FOR YOUR ATTENTION AND CONSIDERATION
MEET MOKI and LOKI….and while we didn’t name them, they are hilarious and the names seem to suit them! We’re not sure if this duo are brothers, but they are definitely a bonded pair. Loki is a little smaller, at 10 lbs, white/tan, 4 yrs old and Maltese Shih Tzu (the underbite is a dead giveaway and they have the same eyes); Moki is 11 lbs, tri colored, 4 yr old Shih Tzu. When they were brought to the shelter, they were a mess and the shelter shaved them (see Pic 4).
This pair was placed in a home and returned after two weeks. Unfortunately, it was not the right fit. Like siblings, they occasionally get on each other’s nerves and Moki can get over stimulated, and they fight. They can also get overstimulated on walks when they see other dogs/people, so this needs to be handled. They are better with very calm environments, people and activity. We decided there were more pros than cons and have chosen not to split them up. They need a home that can manage them, as we have, without issue. They will definitely need training…actually, the family will need it also!
Almost as soon as they arrived, they bonded to the foster. They were giving us love and kisses and rolling all over us like they had been our dogs for years! Obviously, from the way they looked at the shelter, these two characters did not had a wonderful life. Moki was so matted he was unrecognizable; Loki looks pretty good in this picture, but looks are deceiving. He was a matted, smelly mess!
Moki is the more outgoing/dominant of the two. He loves toys, great on walks and does his business outside (but no promises he won’t mark to remind you he has arrived!). Definitely not shy! Loki isn’t much of a trickster, he follows Moki’s lead and has come around quickly. He likes to chase after toys, but Moki gets there first and Loki is mostly okay with that (except when he isn’t)! Neither of them like to be ignored and they will let you know by barking for your attention, so they need a home where people will be around for them.
Are you up for the challenge of two mini mighty pups who want to be your forever kids?
Our website is updated daily. Please do not apply for this dog unless your home fits the specified criteria. All of our dogs are spayed/neutered, microchipped, groomed, vet checked, dewormed, deflea'd and come with a leash, collar and ID
If you are interested in adopting a pup from Lhasa Happy Homes, please complete the Adoption Application before calling. We will contact you once it has been reviewed.
Lhasa Happy Homes will be now holding our adoption events the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month on Main Street in Santa Monica (check calendar link below for special events and directions). Our event is located at 2116 Main Street, in Santa Monica, CA. Here you will have an opportunity to interact with the dogs and see which might be a perfect fit with your household. Main Street is famous for its innovative shops and is close to the beach! Make a day of it!! Metered parking on the street and free parking on 4th and Bicknell Streets.
Here you will have an opportunity to interact with the dogs and see which might be a perfect fit with your household....and do some fantastic shopping at the same time! Please do call us if you are coming to see a particular dog to make sure he/she will be at adoptions (we do not bring sick dogs to our adoption events). Please bring pictures or video of your home and yard if we have not done a home check (preferred)! Most importantly, if you have a dog, make sure you bring him or her to do a compatibility match with the dog you are interested in adopting!
Don't forget to check out our Events Calendar for more information on upcoming events!
See our home page for more details about our adoptions at Lhasa Happy Homes
Thanks for thinking rescue and adoption and for considering saving a life. It will be the best gift you ever give yourself or your family.
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