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My basic info
Breed
Shih Tzu
Color
White - with Tan, Yellow or Fawn
Age
3 years 1 month old, Young
Size
Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)
Weight
7 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
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My details
Good with dogs
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
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In addition to the following profile for this dog, please first read the Adoption Information at http://www.shihtzurescuemn.org/adopt.html to understand the process, requirements and timeline for adoption. An adoption application can also be found in the Adoption Info section. If, after reading that information, you have any questions, please submit your question via e-mail and it will be answered. Please do not request a phone call. A personal phone call will only be made when an adoption application has been submitted and the foster parent wishes to consider the application. Thank you!
Meet Kash, a happy, sassy Shih Tzu mix. He is 3 years old and is just a little guy, weighing only about 7 pounds. Kash was turned in with two other dogs after his family had a change in their living situation and were unable to keep him. He is potty trained, but does occasionally lift his leg on things in the house. This will most likely subside because he has just been neutered. Kash loves spending time with his people, playing with toys, and eating treats. He was a little reserved when he first came into his foster home, but he is very curious, especially if food is involved, and he has quickly settled in with his foster family. He is okay with being left alone for short periods of time during the day, but does bark when initially left alone, so a single family home that does not have shared walls would be best (no townhome or apartment). He would prefer to have someone home most of the day. There are another Shih Tzu and cats in his foster home and he has tried to get them to play, but without much luck. He was accustomed to living with two other dogs, and he would enjoy the company of another small playful dog, although he would also be fine as an only dog getting all of the attention. Kash loves to be touching his person and will gladly cuddle up on the couch to watch TV with you. He walks well on a leash and enjoys going for walks, usually about a mile and a half at least once a day. He would love a family that will spend time playing with him and taking him on long daily walks which allow him to sniff, explore, and take in the outside world.
These are the requirements for Kash’s ideal home:
- Kash would prefer an active, able bodied adults only home. He would do okay with older children (teenagers). He loves walks, so his new family must be able, and enjoy, taking him on long walks every day (1-2 miles).
- A home where someone is home most of the day. He really loves being physically close to his people, and his new family members must enjoy an affectionate, cuddly dog.
- Having another small playful dog in the home who has the same energy level and wants to engage in “dog play” would be great, but being an only dog will also be considered, as long as Kash is given ample interactive play and exercise time.
- Kash needs a family that is experienced with dogs and Shih Tzu care. He needs regular grooming and to have his eyes and face cleaned frequently.
- He does bark when left alone and would prefer a house with no shared walls, or someone who is home the majority of the time.
- Kash would benefit from some obedience training, so a family who would dedicate time to taking him to some structured obedience classes would be ideal. He is a very smart boy who loves to please, and with gentle guidance he will be the perfect family member.
- Live within 30 miles of Inver Grove Heights, MN.
- Commit to attending the annual Shih Tzu Rescue Reunion held each September.
Kash is neutered, current on vaccinations, microchipped and on heartworm and flea/tick preventative. His adoption fee is $370.00, plus $31.54 sales tax for a total of $401.54.
To meet Kash, please complete an adoption application at the website listed in the first paragraph. Or you can also see him and the other dogs available for adoption from Shih Tzu Rescue of Minnesota by visiting with us from 10:00 AM to 12:00 noon the first Saturday of every month at the Southdale PetCo in Bloomington, MN.
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