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Newton - ADOPTION PENDING

Shih Tzu Poodle (Miniature)

Male, Young
Rockville, MD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Thank you for your interest in a Home At Last Sanctuary, Inc. animal.  STOP!!! READ!! The ENTIRE DESCRIPTION before you inquire. Do not call, email, txt, send an inquiry through any other website complete our online application FIRST. http://hals.rescuegroups.org/forms/form?formid=3016 Visit our official website(s) here HomeAtLastSanctuary.ORG or HALS.RescueGroups.ORG There is a complete our application only. Newton has been adopted. We keep his profile active for a short period to make sure we made the right match. WE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS. We estimate Newton almost three years old.  He is 25 pounds, neutered, up-to-date in vaccinations.  We do not know much about his past before he was picked up as a stray dog by Baltimore County shelter.  He was extremely and painfully matted, not neutered, and had an amical hernia.  It was necessary to shave his matting off under sedation so this was done when he was neutered and had his amical hernia repaired.  In the shelter he was very scared and still had not forgotten the pain he suffered from his matted coat.  His coat requires regular grooming to prevent getting matted again.  He is extremely fearful of grooming.  We have been working with him in his foster home and he is getting better.  He will require a family that understands his past trauma and has experience with dogs to help him fully recover.  Newton would like to have a home with a yard where he can spend some time running around.    Newton would not do well in apartment/Condo life.  He needs to have a house with a yard. He seems to be energetic and active and a bit mouthy so he would not do well with young children. Newton is an active, happy, playful dog that gets along well with his new foster brothers.  He is an amazingly affectionate dog. He seems to want to and will climb into your lap to be close to you.  He like to be in touch with his people either on the lap, next to and touching on the couch, and very close in bed at night with his warm body. We had an animal communicator do a reading on Newton.  What we think from this encounter that Newton is missing his family.  We think something happened to his owner and a caregiver may have let Newton go astray.  His condition would indicate that he was long overdue for required grooming.  WHEN AN APPLICATION TO ADOPT IS APPROVED WE BRING NEWTON TO THE HOME VISIT AND MEET AND GREET, AND IF ANOTHER ANIMAL A SNIFF TEST.  WE DO NOT PLACE DOGS ON THIS VISIT. WE RETURN IF THERE WILL BE AN ADOPTION WHEN EVERYONE IS PREPARED TO ADOPT .  WE ONLY TRAVEL UP TO A ONE HOUR DRIVE FROM ROCKVILLE MD TO PLACE ANIMALS. Newton's personal webpage: https://hals.rescuegroups.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=20407942 Newton's videos on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6X5lkFtFSjMp6_fnKd7UOKB2JI797ftG&si=Kb-7CqQ6f_gyoNLE Newton's Facebook photos: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.7420757568005560&type=3  Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet. Click here to apply to ADOPT ME   Dogs listed here come from different sources Some dog's owner have passed and their family could not care for their companion, some lifestyle has changed and a new home would be in the best interest of their companion. Some are foster dogs placed in our care by different rescue groups.  Each dog may have a different process for adopting animals and charge different adoption fees. Use the link below to complete a Short Form with your basic information. http://hals.rescuegroups.org/forms/form?formid=3016 Please complete the Application Short Form (link above)  Your information will be reviewed and you will be advised the next step.  If the dog you applied for is a match based on this information you will asked to provide Additional Information or directed to complete the Adoption Application from the Rescue Group that has placed the companion in our care. You may be called by a volunteer, you may receive an email asking additional information or you may be requested to complete and Additional Information form. Please look our emails for further information.  We are all volunteers so we will get to you as soon as we can. We place dogs within a one hour drive from Rockville MD. we concentrate our adoptions in these areas only. With our limited resources, applications outside of our immediate service area will not be accepted, no exceptions.  We take all animals to the home visit and meet and greet before they are adopted. Thank you... February 24, 2025, 6:45 pm
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Jolly

Shih Tzu Poodle (Miniature)

Male, Adult
Newington, VA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
For he's a jolly good fellow, and we're thrilled he's ready to find his forever home!  Jolly is a jolly 12-pound, 4'ish year-old Shih Tzu-possibly Poodle mix.  He did well with both dogs and cats.  Jolly loves to play with toys and will bring them right back to you. He loves to be in your lap and hanging out with his people.  He rode quietly in the car and walks nicely on the leash with plenty of pep in his step.    To learn how to adopt Jolly, please email adoptme@cockerspanielrescue.com.  Jolly is located in Alexandria, VA.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.March 8, 2025, 4:49 pm
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Charlie

Shih Tzu

Male
Springfield, VA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
About Charlie   Age 2.5years old Weight 16 pounds Energy level Medium Healthy status Healthy  Ideal home Fenced yard with someone home part of the day   Charlie came to us from a local shelter. Charlie is an affectionate Shih Tzu mix who loves toys almost as much as he loves his people. He can entertain himself for quite a while, burying his toys under blankets and pillows, walking around with a toy in his mouth, or lying on his back holding a toy with his paws. He also loves cuddle, lap, and play time with his people and will gaze adoringly into their eyes. He enjoys meeting new people (especially if a treat is involved!), but he will stay at a respectful distance and approach them on his own time.    Charlie is a sturdy boy who weighs around 16 pounds. He enjoys being the center of his guardian's world, so we are asking that he go to a home without to many dogs because we want him to be spoiled!  Charlie does great with no accidents if he is let outside in the backyard every few hours like most dogs. He will go on indoor pee pads if necessary. Charlie prefers not to be left alone for too long, so we are asking for a home with someone home part of the day. Adoption Application https://fs8.formsite.com/Caringhearts/odbvwv6qst/index &#226&#128&#139 &#226&#128&#139 &#226&#128&#139 &#226&#128&#139 &#226&#128&#139    October 28, 2024, 9:36 am
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Petey

Shih Tzu Cocker Spaniel

Male, 14 yrs 7 mos
Rockville, MD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Petey, the pint-sized, no-eyed wonder dog with a big heart and an even bigger appetite for love! This resilient little guy has overcome more challenges than most superheroes, starting with having to say goodbye to his eyes (they had holes—can you believe it?). Now, he sees the world in his own unique way: with his nose! Petey is a certified lap champion who doubles as your personal snuggle therapist. He’s portable, lovable, and totally cool with being carried everywhere like the royalty he is. His favorite pastime? Going on “sniffaris” in his stroller, where he can explore all the scents of the world without lifting a paw. Petey’s the definition of low-maintenance. He’s quiet, polite, and gets along fabulously with other dogs, cats, and calm kids. His dream home is one with plenty of lap time and a human who’s around to spoil him with affection. If you’re ready for a sweet, snuggly, stroller-riding companion, Petey is your guy—because every hero deserves a happily-ever-after! Fostered in Frederick, MD Apply to adopt at MirisHaven.org
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Polo (pending medical)

Shih Tzu

Male, 8 yrs
Rockville, MD
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
Polo is such a rambunctious, happy fellow serving major puppy energy at age 8. It's great to see him explore the new digs in his foster home with his tail constantly wagging. What luck, he must be thinking! Polo loves his toys and puzzles, knows how to give himself a good back rub, is mischievous, and adores attention. He enjoys a long pack walk, does great on the leash, and rides well in the car. While he's happy to live with other dogs, he likes having special one-on-one time with his humans and prefers to dine in a private room at mealtime (total VIP move). Here's a Top 10 list from Polo's foster family: - Has a PhD in cuddling and uses his humans as personal couches - Has put in a formal request to receive belly rubs whenever possible - Loves being the center of attention and stealing pats intended for his foster brother Wetzel - Cheers you on while you prep his food (mealtime is his favorite time) - Has special expertise in excavating tissues from open trash cans - Sleeps well through the night in a cozy donut bed - Is a bit hesitant about stairs but does them well - Loves little stuffies, big stuffies (really all the stuffies) and puzzles - Sleeps calmly by the front door when home alone - Is quickly learning his housetraining skills and happy wearing a belly band in the meantime. Looking for an energetic, adoring, and entertaining velcro dog? Look no further than Polo! Polo is 8 years old and 13 lbs. Fostered in Washington, DC please apply at mirishaven.org
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Pooter

Shih Tzu Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Male, Senior
Laurel, MD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Am looking to rehome my dog due to my illness. Pooter is a nice and sweet dog. He's 13yrs old. I am his second owner. I have him since 2016. He's a very smart dog and very good with children.

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Home At Last Sanctuary, Inc

11140 Rockville Pike 100-338, Rockville, MD 20852

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Oldies But Goodies Cocker Rescue, Inc.

PO Box 361, Newington, VA 22122

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12.5 miles

Caring Hearts Rescue

Springfield, VA 22153

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14.3 miles

Miri's Haven Senior Dog Rescue

Rockville, MD 20850

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38.3 miles

Operation Paws for Homes - MD Chapter

Frederick, MD 21703

Pet Types: dogs

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45.9 miles

Animal Relief Fund

Hollywood, MD 20636

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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