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Foster Homes Needed

Shih Tzu

Female, Young
Excelsior, MN
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Every minute matters when it comes to rescuing a Shih Tzu.  We may get a short notice that someone needs to surrender their dog or a puppy mill dog needs a temporary home. We can’t help if we don’t have families willing to foster, and we are always in need of more foster homes! If you live in the Minneapolis/Saint Paul area and want to help save lives, please complete either our online Foster Sign-Up or download a word version here: http://www.northstarshihtzurescue.org/foster/ (please note: neither dog pictured are available to foster or adopt, both are in their forever homes) NorthStar Shih Tzu Rescue exists to benefit both Shih Tzu and Shih Tzu blend dogs and the people of our community. We operate as a no-kill rescue that provides rescue and adoption services, and meaningful outreach programs in order to advance the welfare of these companion animals, to serve and educate our community, and to make a positive, loving impact on the lives of both. NorthStar, located in Excelsior, MN, actively works to rescue Shih Tzu and Shih Tzu blend dogs from dangerous environments and shelters with the ultimate goal of placing them in loving, permanent, adoptive homes. We rescue unwanted, abandoned, and abused dogs. We have them vaccinated, micro-chipped, spayed or neutered, provide other medical care, and rehabilitate them in carefully selected foster homes. We also serve as a resource to our community and all pet owners by providing education and information on the benefits of adopting an animal in need as well as responsible pet ownership, including the importance of spay/neuter, good nutrition, and positive behavior training. We strive to increase public awareness about companion animal overpopulation, commercial breeders, and to offer solutions to end the killing of adoptable animals. We work in alliance with local animal shelters, pounds, other rescue groups, and humane society organizations to ensure these animals are not forgotten. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.November 1, 2024, 5:42 pm
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LUNA

Shih Tzu

Female, 7 yrs
Eden Prairie, MN
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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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 the 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! Luna is a gentle, seven-year-old Shih Tzu with a timid spirit and a deeply loyal heart. Once she feels safe, she bonds closely and loves nothing more than being near her people. Because she struggles with anxiety when left alone, Luna needs a family that is home often—ideally someone retired or working remotely—who can help her build confidence and trust that her loved ones will always return. When she is left alone she does vocalize, so it would be best if her new home is not in an apartment or townhouse setting where there are shared walls and she can be heard by neighbors. Luna does not do well in kennels or confined spaces and will need a home that allows her to roam freely in the house near her people. She previously lived in a one-level home, so stairs are still a work in progress. She can go up with encouragement, but going down is still scary for her and she prefers to be carried. Her foster family is helping her practice, and she’s making slow, steady progress. She’s beginning to show her affectionate side—she now asks to be lifted onto the couch to cuddle, though she still waits patiently to be lifted down. Luna is also doing well with a consistent potty routine, going outside every 4–5 hours and thriving with structure. She enjoys daily walks, sleeps peacefully through the night in bed with her foster family, and is gentle with other dogs. She could happily live with another calm pet or be the cherished center of attention. Luna is looking for a patient, loving home that will celebrate her small victories and help her continue to blossom. The following are requirements of the family for Luna’s adoption: 1. Live in a house rather than an apartment or townhouse that has shared walls. 2. Be home much of the day so that Luna is left alone very little. 3. Be understanding of her separation anxiety and be willing to work with her on building her confidence to overcome it. 4. Be physically able to lift Luna up onto and off the sofa, chair or bed and also be able to carry her when navigating the stairs. 5. Allow her sleep with them in their bed at night. 6. Live within 30 minutes of Fridley, MN. 7. Agree to attend the annual rescue reunion held each year in September. Luna is spayed, current on vaccinations, microchipped, is on heartworm and flea/tick preventative. Her adoption fee is $320.00 plus $28.88 in sales tax, totaling $348.88. To meet Luna, please complete an adoption application at the website listed in the first paragraph. Or you can also see Luna and the other dogs available for adoption from Shih Tzu Rescue of Minnesota by visiting with us from 10:00 a.m. to noon the first Saturday of every month at the Chuck & Don’s at 8537 Lyndale Avenue S. in Bloomington, MN.
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Theo D6096

Shih Tzu

Male, Adult
Farmington, MN
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Theo is a 9-year-old Shih Tzu mix who weighs approximately 13 pounds. He is a sweet, snuggly lap log who loves to be near his humans! He would love a family that lets him sleep with them overnight. He is a gentle soul in search of a family to love him in his retirement years.   Theo is close to being potty-trained when kept on a schedule, but he does still have potty accidents. He will need a family who is patient with him while he continues to build consistency with housetraining. This cold Minnesota weather is not helping! Theo does not enjoy spending time in his kennel. He is very vocal when in there, but does well with free roam, so there is really no reason to kennel him. Theo is also vocal when there are new people in his space and he likes to alert his foster family when they have visitors. For this reason, shared walls might not be the best fit for his forever home. His fur will require regular grooming, but what handsome old man doesn't deserve a good spa day?!?    Theo has luxating patellas in both of his knees. The vet does not recommend surgical intervention at this time, but it is something to watch in the future. Currently, Theo should continue taking a glucosamine supplement.  Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.Interested in adopting this lovable animal? Please go to our website www.wagsmn.org and fill out an Adoption Application.  Once the application is processed, a Wags representative will contact you, answer any questions you may have, and set up a time/location for a meet and greet!  A home visit is required prior to adoption.  Thank you for choosing to adopt! Breed and temperament determination:  Wags & Whiskers Animal Rescue attempts to determine breed and temperament using a combination of looks, information provided to us at intake, and our experience with the animal while in our Rescue.  We do not guarantee this determination. March 8, 2026, 10:41 am
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Riggy Moe D65456

Shih Tzu Mixed Breed (Small)

Female, 12 yrs 9 mos
Minnetonka, MN
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Hi my name is Riggy Moe and I am from Minnesota! Riggy Moe is a Senior Mini Schnauzer, she is very sweet and adorable!! She is full of personality and she is a social gal as she likes to make new friends. She does great with my other dogs as well. She also likes going for walks when the weather is nice. She is doing well with her housetraining and her crate training, I recently have let her run of my bedroom, kitchen and she has been doing well with that.She is used to sleeping on my bed with me as I have doggy stairs for her to use and she definitely let you know her place is on the bed, I affectionately call her my Sassy Princess! She is a wonderful companion dog who already has me wrapped around her little paw as I just adore her! From the Vet: Ms. Riggy Moe is a spunky senior gal ready to find her final forever home for her golden years. She has a history of keratoconjunctivitis sicca (dry eye) and requires lifelong medication to keep her eyes comfortable and healthy. Her adopter will need to maintain consistent treatment and establish care with their primary veterinarian for ongoing eye management and monitoring. She has undergone extensive dental care, including numerous tooth extractions, to ensure her mouth is now healthy and pain-free. Upon arrival, Riggy Moe was underweight. After reaching a healthy weight, she successfully underwent surgery to repair a luxated (dislocated) left hip. She has recovered well, but her adopter should monitor her joint health long-term and keep her at a healthy weight to support mobility and comfort.

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Shih Tzu Rescue of Minnesota

PO Box 46562, Eden Prairie, MN 55344

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45.3 miles

Wags & Whiskers Animal Rescue

Farmington, MN 55024

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

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47.1 miles

The Bond Between

5959 Baker Road, Suite 390, Minnetonka, MN 55345

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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