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Knox

Shih Tzu Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Male, 2 mos
Lake Geneva, WI
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
As cute as they come, Knox at 8 weeks old is leaving his neglected beginning in the dust and is ready for the good life. With his “that’s all in the past” attitude, he’s now living it up in his loving foster home. We believe Knox is a Shih Tzu mix, with a splash of Yorkshire Terrier or another similar breed. Wherever the mix came from, one thing’s for sure—he’s a heart-stealer! Knox is up to date on vaccines, microchipped, dewormed, and officially ready to find his forever family. While our adoption fees may seem higher, this is intentional to discourage the resale of puppies and ensure they’re placed in committed homes. We follow a conversation-based adoption process as recommended by National No Kill Advocacy guidelines to make sure it’s a perfect match. Knox is being fostered through Blackberry Point Haven, a licensed rescue based in Wisconsin (License Number: DS-537371) with foster homes in Illinois. We are a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to helping pups like Knox start their next chapter. If you think Knox might be your perfect companion, reach out and let’s chat! This Sunday, December 22, 2024, from 10-2, we’re hosting an adoption event at N1320 S. Lakeshore Drive, Genoa City, Wisconsin 53128. Come meet this pup and so many more ready for their forever homes!
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Alex and Abbey

Shih Tzu Chihuahua

Male, Adult
Elburn, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Alex and Abbey – A Bonded Pair Looking for Love Alex and Abbey are an inseparable duo searching for their forever home! Abbey is a small mixed breed, possibly with some Shih Tzu or Poodle in the mix. This middle-aged lady may take about 30 minutes to warm up to new people, but once she trusts you, she’s all about high fives, kisses, and endless cuddles. Abbey is highly motivated by love and is always eager to please. She’s perfectly content whether she’s playing outside, perched on the back of a couch like a cat, or snuggling in bed all day long. Adaptable and quick to learn new routines, Abbey will thrive in a home with older kids due to her petite size. Abbey gets along well with dogs, cats, and people of all ages. She’s fearless in her role as your “almost toothless” protector, although she may bark to let you know she’s on duty. With patience and extra love, Abbey will blossom into your most devoted companion, her button eyes melting your heart every time you look her way. She has so much life and love to share! Alex, a petite Chihuahua mix, may be small, but he’s got big dog energy! If you love the spunky, spirited personality of Chihuahuas, Alex will keep you laughing every day. Like Abbey, he’s middle-aged and takes some time to decompress in a new environment. Once he’s comfortable, he’s a social butterfly who thrives on affection and loves to zip around the yard, play with dogs and cats, and, of course, enjoy his treats. Alex is mostly potty trained and learns routines quickly. He adores snuggling in bed and is fiercely loyal, despite only having two teeth left after a recent dental. Watching Alex grow more confident and affectionate every day is one of the most rewarding things, and he deserves a home where he can continue to flourish. Both Alex and Abbey are fully vetted, and they recently had dental work to ensure their mouths are in tip-top shape. If you’re ready to open your heart to this special pair, Alex and Abbey are waiting to fill your home with love and laughter! Their adoption fee is $650 cash or check and $660 credit card ($10 processing fee). . It includes s age appropriate core vaccinations, fecal testing, deworming, flea and tick preventative,1st vet visit at one of our participating vets, and micro-chipping. We must have an application, conduct a phone interview, and meet your entire family to approve an adoption. Applications will not be reviewed unless fully completed. An application does not commit you to adopting and does not guarantee adoption but does allow us to begin the review process. Please email adopt@safehavendogsIL.org for an application or additional details. Please note that the breeds and sizes posted in this biography are educated best guesses and are not guaranteed. Safe Haven Dog Rescue reserves the right to refuse adoption of any dog or puppy to any applicant (adopter) for any reason.
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Sweet Potato

Shih Tzu

Female, 7 yrs 2 mos
St. Charles, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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Story
Sweet Potato is a 7 year old, 12 pound, Shih Tzu with a sweet and curious demeanor! She does great with the other dogs in her foster home and would probably do just fine with cats, too. She hasn't met any children yet and we suspect she'd be shy at first meeting. She's still getting used to her new surroundings and decompressing in her foster home but, so far, she's very happy to spend time in her pen which is her safe space. She uses potty pads when needed in her pen, but she's also doing great with potty training and getting used to the routine! Sweet Potato is quiet and observant, watching what her foster family does. She enjoys exploring the house and yard and though she's shy with people at first, she takes comfort in other dogs. She would love to have a dog buddy to show her the ropes in her forever home! She is hoping her adopter will also be patient as she warms up, and help her get used to thinks like walking on a leash. Her big eyes and swaying tail will draw you in, and her silly sploots will have you hooked! If you'd like to give Sweet Potato the good life for the rest of her days, be sure to let us know by submitting an application! Sweet Potato's adoption fee is $600
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Penny

Shih Tzu

Female, 2 yrs 9 mos
Barrington Hills, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Penny Penny is a purebred Shih Tzu who joined us in July after being found laying on a sidewalk in Chicago earlier in the summer during a heatwave. She was heatstroke and very dehydrated; a good Samaritan took her to the ER for immediate care. With fluids and support care, Penny recovered and was taken to Chicago Animal Control where she sat, until we took her into our Rescue. Penny is a sweet little pup, estimated to be 2-3 years old, and just 11 lbs. She has somewhat of a unique personality, for a young pup. She’s very mellow and is a bit of a loner. While fine with other dogs, she is not really interested in playing with them. That said, she may prefer to be an only dog but we do expect her to evolve into her true self, once she settles into her forever home with her forever family. Penny is fully vetted, heartworm negative and on year-round prevention, spayed and microchipped. She is reported to be housebroken as well. If you are interested in adding Penny to your family, please contact BAARKDogRescue@gmail.com or 847-852-0895.
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Gizmo

Shih Tzu Havanese

Male, 4 yrs 1 mo
Barrington Hills, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Gizmo! This handsome boy is believed to be a Shih Tzu Mix….likely a Shih Tzu – Havanese Mix…two very desirable little breeds! Gizmo is estimated to be 4-5 years old and weighs just 16-17 lbs. He is a very friendly little guy, good with everyone he meets. He enjoys the company of other dogs. Won't you help give Gizmo a chance to find a forever home? Gizmo is fully vetted, up-to-date on all vaccinations, heartworm tested and on year-round heartworm preventative, neutered and microchipped. If you might be interested in adding this perfect little pup to your family or fostering to potentially adopt, please contact BAARKDogRescue@gmail.com or 847-852-0895. Please note that BAARK is located in Barrington Illinois, and adopts only local to our area.
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Mulan

Shih Tzu

Female, Senior
Whitewater, WI
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Mulan! Age: Senior Weight: 15lbs Breed: Shih tzu Good with: cats and small dogs (no kids) House trained: yes Crate trained: no, does not require a crate when left alone Special needs: will need drugs for grooming Mulan is a study in opposites. On one hand, she is a sweet, well-mannered girl who is ready for her forever home. On the other hand, she is a demon dog if you try to touch her face, cut her nails, or groom her. So like 90% of the time, she is practically perfect in every way. It is the other 10% of the time that you might want to invest in some Trazodone and a good pair of welders gloves. Possibly a hockey mask also. (Thank goodness Grinch feet are cute!) She loves to sit on the couch with you, or to sit on your lap or at your feet. She is a great leash walker and enjoys walkies, but only til she has pooped, then it’s time to turn around and go home. She loves ear rubs as well..... but make sure you define the difference between ears and face. Again, Trazodone, welding gloves, hockey mask. At the end of the day, this little girl will be a lovely companion for anyone who has patience (and drugs) for grooming. While we joke about her being a demon dog, it is very much situational and she is a wonderful dog much of the time. There is a little bit of resource guarding, but when you have had your life uprooted, you do tend to want to keep special and familiar things for yourself. This is an easily mitigated thing. Could you give this little girl the best Christmas gift ever... her very own home for the holidays? Mulan is fostered in the Madison, 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 NOTE ABOUT AGING A DOG: Aging a dog, based on looking at them, is unreliable and usually inaccurate. We get to know each dog as an individual and will do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality and their needs. Puppy - Under 6 months Young Adult - 6 months to 2 years Adult - 2 years to 8 years Senior - 8 years to 12 years Golden Oldie - 12+ years

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Blackberry Point Haven Wisconsin

W4015 Blackpoint Road, Lake Geneva, WI 53147

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Safe Haven Dog Rescue

PO Box 604, Elburn, IL 60119

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Tiny N Tall Rescue, Inc.

St. Charles, IL 60175

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Barrington Area Animal Rescue & Kennels NFP (BAARK Dog Rescue)

Barrington Hills, IL 60010

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Albert's Dog Lounge

Whitewater, WI 53190

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40.4 miles

REACH Rescue

372 Townline Road, Mundelein, IL 60060

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JRs Pups N Stuff

Burlington, WI 53105

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Second City Canine Rescue

570 N Smith st, Palatine, IL 60067

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Wagging Hearts

260 E. Belvidere Rd, PMB #369, Hainesville, IL 60030

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49.2 miles

Jellystone Bark's Rescue Rangers

Yorkville, IL 60560

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