Shih Tzu puppies and dogs in Dayton, Minnesota

Rescued: 7/19/2022 Age at the time of rescue: 3 years Current weight: 8 pounds What an amazing survivor! Cruiser has beaten the odds and is living his best life, but we know he deserves more than a shelter life. He was hit by a car and never take to a veterinarian for evaluation. His spinal column was crushed leaving him without the ability to control his bowel or urine heartbreakingly. He uses his diapers and is such a good boy! Full of energy, love and desire for life. He is fast in his wheelchair and loves running around. We are looking for a home that understands his challenges, but welcomes his passion for life. We provide him some special food to help with his challenges, but he's thriving! Fully vetted, sterilized and ready to fly home with his wheelchair! If you think that you'd be the perfect match for Cruiser, we'd love to talk to you! Cruiser is still on the island but we would love get him the forever home he deserves!

Age: Approximately 12 years old Weight: 16 lbs Dog friendly: Yes Cat friendly: More than likely Kid friendly:Yes Potty trained: Yes Crate trained: NA Meet Yuki, our sweet and determined girl! Though she lost her sight to glaucoma, that doesn't stop her from living her best life. Yuki’s mastered the art of sniffing her way through new spaces—just make it "Yuki safe" and watch her go! She's potty trained, enjoys her freedom at home, and loves being part of daily life. Yuki gets along well with other dogs and with a little help, finds her food (she appreciates a guide and referee if other dogs are around at mealtime!). A companion dog to show her the ropes is a plus. She’s a pro at cuddles & loves attention. Ready to add this special girl to your family? Yuki is ready to fill your life with love and joy! Adoption Fee:$425

Aubrey was given to me as a gift and has been a wonderful companion. She was born in October 2016 and is now 9 years old. She is incredibly friendly, intelligent, and adorable. Aubrey understands routines well-she knows when it’s time for food and water and will let you know when she needs to go outside. She has learned 4-5 tricks and enjoys showing them off, especially for a treat. She absolutely loves belly rubs, taking naps beside you, and getting her favorite chicken treats, whether boiled or jerky. Aubrey is great with kids and has never had any biting incidents around my nieces or nephews. She would thrive in a loving home with a family that has the time to give her the attention and care she deserves. Unfortunately, due to our increasingly busy schedule, we can no longer provide her with the time she needs, and we are looking for a family that can give her the love and companionship she is used to.

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Thank you for stopping by to see me!  Please fill out an application to set up  a private meeting.  Meet Buster: The Snuggle Enthusiast & Soft Toy Connoisseur Buster is a charming, easygoing pup with a deep love for all things soft—whether it’s a plush toy, a cozy blanket, or your lap. He’s got just the right mix of playful energy and laid-back vibes, making him the perfect companion for someone who enjoys both activity and cuddle sessions. When it comes to other dogs, Buster is a go-with-the-flow kind of guy. Big dogs? Cool. Small dogs? No problem. Hyper dogs, lazy dogs, loud dogs, quiet dogs—he’s not picky about his company. However, he is very serious about his soft toys and Nylabone chews. Those are his prized possessions, and he will proudly carry them around like tiny trophies. He’ll happily play with another dog if they’re a good match, but he’s just as content doing his own thing, chewing on his favorite toy while the world carries on around him. Now, Buster does have one little quirk—he’s got an unidentified allergy. We’re not sure what he’s allergic to (he’s keeping that secret to himself), but the only sign is that his eyes sometimes need a quick saline rinse. He doesn’t fuss about it, and we like to think he enjoys the mini spa treatment. Otherwise, he’s a happy, healthy boy with no other allergy symptoms. Buster would fit in just about anywhere. He’d be a great buddy for a home with other dogs, but he’d also be perfectly content as an only pet, soaking up all the love and attention. Whether he’s playing, lounging, or curling up next to you for a nap, one thing’s for sure—this sweet boy is ready to bring love, laughter, and a whole collection of soft toys into his forever home. Could that be with you? Please note that some of our dogs are obtained from shelters, surrendered to our care, or released from breeders. Each animal's bio is based on our experience of the animal within our care, an educated guess based on physical characteristics, temperament and information shared. Each dog receives basic grooming when coming into rescue, but for some dogs they have not received grooming attention until recently and grooming may be required shortly after adoption. This will be at the adopter’s expense, so we encourage you to research the breed and be prepared for grooming expenses. Underdog cannot guarantee hypoallergenic or non-shedding qualities of any dogs in our rescue. Some of the animals come from situations where they are lacking experience in a home and confidence in humans. In turn, they require another companion dog and/or a fenced in yard in their forever home in order for them to feel safe. If you are interested in a particular dog whose bio states those needs and do not currently have them, please understand that your home might not be the right fit. Please use the filter on our Adoptable Dogs page to find the perfect match for your home.   ***Be sure to check your spam/junk folder as sometimes our emails end up there*** Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.If you have other questions about me you can email Underdog Rescue at <inquiries@underdogrescuemn.com> ADOPTION EVENTS:      Adoption events are updated at the top of each dogs animals' as their foster home signs up. Check back for updates on which events they will be attending. If an event is not listed within their bio above, the animal is not planning to attend.  Please understand that all of our pets are in volunteer foster homes and sometimes "life" happens and the foster family cannot make it to their scheduled adoption event. If you are traveling from a far distance to meet a specific animal, please understand we cannot guarantee event attendance. We recommend filling out an application and we will set up a private appointment. Private appointments are only scheduled after an application is submitted and approved. ADOPTION PROCEDURE: The first step in our process is to complete an online adoption application on our website: http://www.underdogrescuemn.com/adoptionprocess/   Note: In most circumstances Underdog Rescue will only adopt within 60 miles of Minneapolis, MN.  All of our foster animals can be seen by appointment with an approved adoption application. Contact us at http://www.underdogrescuemn.com/contact-us/ if you have further questions. FOSTER CARE: All of our animals are fostered in individual homes or doggie daycare facilities. While they are in our care, they are part of our families and given lots of love. We work on training, crate-training and socialization prior to adoption, but each bio is written by the foster as they see them, in their home. Each animal's behavior is evaluated and we have a sense of its temperament and personality, but it cannot be guaranteed. We look for adopters who will give each animal the wonderful life and permanent home that he or she deserves in time and with patience.  If you have an interest and ability to be a foster home, please visit our website  www.underdogrescuemn.com/foster-applications  and fill out a foster application. NUTRITION: Nutrition is vital to the rehabilitation and life-long health of our pets.  All of our foster animals are fed a premium diet such as NutriSource, Canidae, Orijen, Nature's Variety, Fromm, Pure Vita, Stella and Chewy's, Primal, or balanced raw diet.  All adopters are required to continue providing premium diets for the life of the animal. YOU CAN HELP: Not able to foster or adopt right now? Please consider sponsoring an Underdog. Your donation will help us buy dog food and pay for medical costs. Visit this link  www.underdogrescuemn.com/donate   to donate.  (Please note: A Paypal account is not necessary to use Paypal. When you get to the Paypal page, just use the link to the left of their login to make your donation via Paypal without an account.) February 26, 2025, 3:14 pm

Hi! My name is Parker and I am from Minnesota. Parker is such a sweet little boy. He's quiet (except when someone's at the door), housebroken, gets along well with my Corgi mix dog, seems to pay very little attention to the cat, walks well on leash and is generally very easy to have around. I have not had him around any children. He sleeps in a dog bed in my bedroom and does not seem to rouse at all during the night. He's a great, gentle little dog. He does not like being in a crate so I have let him have free rein around the house. I think Parker would be a perfect fit for a quieter household and he seems to like having another dog around.

This adorable 4-5-year-old , 15 pound Shih Tzu/Terrier mix is as sweet as they come! With his fluffy white and apricot coat, Winston is not just handsome—he’s also the perfect companion.He’s fantastic with other dogs, cats, and children, making him a great fit for almost any home. Found as a stray, Winston has fully embraced his new life—especially after his glow-up spa day!He’s house trained, crate trained, and even uses a doggy door like a pro. If you’re looking for a loving, well-mannered pup to add to your family, Winston is ready to bring joy and cuddles your way!IMPORTANT: Please read all below, especially if you live outside of Texas, which is where our rescue is located.Apply to adopt on our website: https://www.charmingpetrescue.org/adoptAll of our animals are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and up to date on shots.ALL of our animals are located in Boerne, TX, but transport after adoption is available to other states for a $300 fee for dogs or an additional fee varying by location for cats. If you are seeing our pets posted in your state, that's because you live near a transport stop, they are not currently at that location. Petfinder lists our pets as 'Out of Town' pets at other locations, and Adopt-a-Pet lists our location as a Transport stop. Those are currently the only options they offer to make this clear, so we put this description we've put at the bottom to explain it. You can read more about transport here: www.charmingpetrescue.org/transportWe understand transport is not an option for everyone, but we offer it at the cost we pay the transport company for those who wish to adopt from us.March 5, 2025, 11:50 am