Whitewater, WI - Shih Tzu/Mixed Breed (Small). Meet Rita a Pet for Adoption

My basic info

Breed

Shih Tzu/Mixed Breed (Small)

Color

Gray/Silver/Salt & Pepper - with White

Age

Senior

Size

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

Weight

8 lbs (current)

Sex

Female

Pet ID

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My details

Good with dogs

Shots current

Spayed / Neutered

Housetrained

My story

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

Meet Rita!

Oh, hello! My name is Rita, a short and sweet name, just like my stature. My name means "pearl," a great rarity of worth, and I think that describes me quite well. As a senior lady who can't see or hear too well anymore, I might need to be picked up and carried places, and I will never tell you not to hold me. Being just 8 pounds, I'd be easy enough for you to take me with you wherever you'd like. I do well with other dogs of all sizes and make them friends quite quickly. Since I'm such a small gal and quite vision impaired, small children wouldn't be ideal in my forever home. I go potty outside, like a true lady, and I've learned the lay of the land in my foster home quite quickly, so I know I can do it again in my forever home!

I recently went to the vet, and they said my kidneys aren't super great, so now I have special food for my special body, and that's all! No medicine. Just keep an eye on my levels. The dogtor said I'm otherwise very healthy! I enjoy going for car rides and sit nicely without moving all about. I love being with my humans, especially when we can snuggle together. I'm looking for my forever family where I'm free to give my love and get the same in return. If you think you could do that for me, I'm ready to go home with you!

*Rita is being fostered in the Palmyra, WI area.

Albert's Dog Lounge is a specialty rescue focusing primarily on senior and special needs dogs.

Our process includes an approved application, reference checks, a homevisit, and then a meet and greet with the dog. Adoption fee is $300, ($550 for a pair). Learn more about Albert's Dog Lounge, our mission, and adoption policies by visiting Albertsdoglounge.org.

Begin your application process by copying this link into your web browser: https://www.albertsdoglounge.org/apply

WI Dept. Of Agriculture License Number: 474085-DS

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