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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.
We'll also keep you updated on Auttie's adoption status with email updates.
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Auttie

Shih Tzu

Female, 10 yrs 1 mo
Palatine, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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Story
Let us introduce you to sweet, senior girl, Auttie.Somewhere around 10 yrs old this little lady loves attention from the humans in the house and a nice, soft dog bed. A leisurely walk is pretty good too. A great houseguest, Auttie is house trained, does well in a crate, though doesn`t need one and rarely ever barks. Other dogs in the house? She`s ok with that though wants to nap near them as opposed to play.When Auttie came to Second City she was in rough shape. A good groom, medical attention and loving care from her foster family and she is now ready to find her forever home to relax in. Auttie is a love eager to embrace life to the fullest despite some medical issues. Her greatest wish is to live out her life with someone special. If you`re ready to welcome a loyal and loving companion who will light up your days, Auttie would love to meet you.Interested in adopting this dog? Visit our website (http://www.SecondCityCanineRescue.org) to fill out an application and to find out where this dog may be shown this weekend.We love our dogs. We want happy lives for all of them and are looking for the home that provides the best fit for each dog’s individual needs. Please understand that there may be multiple families interested in this dog. Also, please know that the breed mix listed is simply a guess. In most cases, we don’t know their background. We encourage you to base your decision on individual personality and pet qualities instead of relying on our guess.Please understand, we only adopt our animals out near the Chicagoland area. Questions? Email us at adoptions@sccrescue.org. Hope to see you become part of the SCCR family!
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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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Pippi

Shih Tzu Bichon Frise

Female, Young
Naperville, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Pippi is my ex-wife’s dog. We combined households for the benefit of the children. We already have a larger breed dog, and it is too difficult to manage 3 teens and 2 dogs. The larger dog is house broken, Pippi is too, but will have accidents when not paid attention too. I rent the house and cannot afford to keep cleaning messes. Pippi is a sweet dog, needs a home which is less hectic.

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Shih Tzu shelters & rescues in Elgin, Illinois

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6.3 miles

Tiny N Tall Rescue, Inc.

St. Charles, IL 60175

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

13.9 miles

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

Barrington Hills, IL 60010

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

14.2 miles

Second City Canine Rescue

570 N Smith st, Palatine, IL 60067

Pet Types: dogs

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14.3 miles

Safe Haven Dog Rescue

PO Box 604, Elburn, IL 60119

Pet Types: dogs

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20.4 miles

REACH Rescue

372 Townline Road, Mundelein, IL 60060

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

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Rescue

21.1 miles

A Doggie 4 You - IL transport stop

Rosmont, IL 60018

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

24 miles

Magnificent Mutts Rescue - Hillside

Hillside, IL 60162

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

24.1 miles

A Caring Place - All-Breed Dog Rescue

P.O. Box 989, Westmont, IL 60559

Pet Types: dogs

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24.7 miles

Border Tails Rescue

2975 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, IL 60062

Pet Types: dogs

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25.5 miles

Wagging Hearts

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

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs

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