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Meet Shortie! This beautiful 5-year-old Staffy mix is ready to discover what life is all about. She dreams of being a beloved family pet, and despite her challenging past, her sweet spirit shines through. Shortie has faced hardships, but she is ready to put them in the past. Since arriving at our rescue, her skin has made wonderful improvements thanks to a new diet and medicated baths. Shortie has some masses on her legs that still need to be checked out after the rest of her skin infections are cleared. She’s calm, affectionate, and loves being close to people—making her a perfect match for a relaxed, cozy household. With her laid-back, couch-potato demeanor, she’s happy to lounge and soak up all the love you can give. Shortie does well with other dogs who prefer a more easygoing, co-existing vibe, though energetic or overly assertive playmates aren’t her style. Could Shortie be the perfect addition to your family? She’s ready to leave her past behind and start a beautiful new chapter with you!
Meet Shortie! This beautiful 5-year-old Staffy mix is ready to discover what life is all about. She dreams of being a beloved family pet, and despite her challenging past, her sweet spirit shines through. Shortie has faced hardships, but she is ready to put them in the past. Since arriving at our rescue, her skin has made wonderful improvements thanks to a new diet and medicated baths. Shortie has some masses on her legs that still need to be checked out after the rest of her skin infections are cleared. She’s calm, affectionate, and loves being close to people—making her a perfect match for a relaxed, cozy household. With her laid-back, couch-potato demeanor, she’s happy to lounge and soak up all the love you can give. Shortie does well with other dogs who prefer a more easygoing, co-existing vibe, though energetic or overly assertive playmates aren’t her style. Could Shortie be the perfect addition to your family? She’s ready to leave her past behind and start a beautiful new chapter with you!
Any dog that is younger than 1 year old is considered a puppy. They come with age-appropriate vaccines, are dewormed, microchipped, on heartworm preventative, and if age allows spay/neutered. If they are not old enough to have the procedure done, we do require a $100 deposit which is refunded once the surgery is done. We require the spay/neuter to be done at 6 months and can schedule it at one of our vets if you wish to not use your own vet. If you do decide to go to your own vet, once proof of procedure is done, a refund can be issued. Puppy adoption fees are $350 + $100 refundable deposit.
ADULTS
Adult dogs are dogs that are ages 1 – 6 years old. They come with vaccinations (Bordetella, Rabies, Distemper), are dewormed, on heartworm prevention, microchipped, heartworm tested, and spay/neutered. Upon intake, they also have an initial wellness exam to screen for any pre-existing conditions. Their adoption fee is $300.
SENIORS
Senior dogs are dogs that are 7 years old and up. They come with vaccinations (Bordetella, Rabies, Distemper), are dewormed, on heartworm prevention, microchipped, heartworm tested, and if age allows spay/neutered. Upon intake, they also have an initial wellness exam to screen for any pre-existing conditions. Their adoption fee is $100.
PUPPIES
Any dog that is younger than 1 year old is considered a puppy. They come with age-appropriate vaccines, are dewormed, microchipped, on heartworm preventative, and if age allows spay/neutered. If they are not old enough to have the procedure done, we do require a $100 deposit which is refunded once the surgery is done. We require the spay/neuter to be done at 6 months and can schedule it at one of our vets if you wish to not use your own vet. If you do decide to go to your own vet, once proof of procedure is done, a refund can be issued. Puppy adoption fees are $350 + $100 refundable deposit.
ADULTS
Adult dogs are dogs that are ages 1 – 6 years old. They come with vaccinations (Bordetella, Rabies, Distemper), are dewormed, on heartworm prevention, microchipped, heartworm tested, and spay/neutered. Upon intake, they also have an initial wellness exam to screen for any pre-existing conditions. Their adoption fee is $300.
SENIORS
Senior dogs are dogs that are 7 years old and up. They come with vaccinations (Bordetella, Rabies, Distemper), are dewormed, on heartworm prevention, microchipped, heartworm tested, and if age allows spay/neutered. Upon intake, they also have an initial wellness exam to screen for any pre-existing conditions. Their adoption fee is $100.
We set up meetings with our pets by appointment only. Contact us for more information. Check our website for more details: http://lakeshorepaws.org
We set up meetings with our pets by appointment only. Contact us for more information. Check our website for more details: http://lakeshorepaws.org
More about this rescue
Lakeshore PAWS is a volunteer-run, nonprofit 501(c) 3 organization in Porter County, Indiana. Our vision is to create a culture of compassion and partnership in Northwest Indiana that will one day assure that every pet born has a stable home and care throughout its natural life.
Lakeshore PAWS is a volunteer-run, nonprofit 501(c) 3 organization in Porter County, Indiana. Our vision is to create a culture of compassion and partnership in Northwest Indiana that will one day assure that every pet born has a stable home and care throughout its natural life.
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