Maryville, IL - Shih Tzu. Meet Betsy a Pet for Adoption

My basic info

Breed

Shih Tzu

Color

White - with Red, Golden, Orange or Chestnut

Age

4 years old, Young

Size

Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)

Weight

10 lbs (current)

Sex

Female

Pet ID

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My details

Good with dogs

Purebred

Shots current

Spayed / Neutered

Housetrained

My personality

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Shih Tzu
DOB 12/16/20
Approx 10lbs
Spayed/Microchipped
UTD on vaccinations
Current on flea & heartworm prevention

Please read the bio in its ENTIRETY. If you feel your family is a perfect match, please send an email to gateway4paws@gmail.com for additional information. Only complete & qualified applications will be considered/contacted.

We do not allow shipping & do not transport. You must live within 350 miles from Maryville, IL & able to drive for a meet and greet. We are a 100% foster-based rescue. Applications can be found here on our website.

Betsy was released to rescue because the breeder wanted to retire her before she became too old to enjoy the rest of her life in a loving home. When she came to her foster home, she was very timid and scared. She has come a long way and prefers her foster mom and still adjusting to accept her foster dad. Betsy will jump on her foster mom's lap for belly rubs and pats.

She will need a calm, low activity home with patience. Going into a new home will be a change for Betsy but with the right home, she should do well. Another dog of similar size with some to no activity would be perfect for her. She doesn't play with her foster siblings but they help to keep her company and they taught her how to be loved by a human.

Betsy has not had any accidents in her foster home for months but a new home needs to understand she could have accidents until she gets a new routine down. She is still not accepting of the harness and leash yet. We know she will get there but it is just not in the cards for her yet. Therefore, for her safety, a secure physical fenced yard is a must.

If you are looking for a quiet friend that will listen to you talk, with no judgement & no disagreement, Betsy is exactly what you are looking for! Betsy is an absolute doll, and she will make a fabulous roommate. We hope to find her a human friend that is interested in spending the day with Betsy watching & observing the world. Betsy isn’t a snuggling dog (yet) or an ‘adventure’ dog. She is a dog that is finally getting her chance to lounge around & be a dog!