It might take a couple of tries for some people, but once they take the Shih Tzu home, all of the time and effort will pay off. The owner needs to move to a different location or country and cannot attend to their Shih Tzu. The adopter should use a regular leash instead of a retractable leash.
Aside from that, it is a very practical choice considering that it’s cheaper than buying from a local breeder. If the rescue has its own facility, they can set a play date with you and the Shih Tzu, or you can request permission to visit. This is a chance to show that you made an effort to meet your desired pup to be adopted. If you already have experience taking care of a Shih Tzu, then you can skip this part.
Older dogs can range from 7 to 14 years old who are close to their retirement age and would like to live out the rest of their years in a warm and safe company. They have been putting countless dogs in new homes since 2011 and are all living their best lives. To guarantee that your file will be processed, make sure to provide a set of references, including a veterinary reference with the correct contact information. Rescue organizations are constantly accepting applications to rehome abandoned Shih Tzus in order to give them a better life. Once you are matched with the perfect Shih Tzu, you can begin the challenging but fulfilling responsibility of being a dog parent.
Since the foster parents know the overall behavior and needs of the rescued Shih Tzu, they get to decide if the applicant is approved or not. Like OPF, they require all other household dogs and cats to be altered, have necessary vaccinations, and be tested annually for heartworms. Shih Tzu Rescue, Inc., also known as Shih Tzu and Lap Dog Rescue, Inc., has been rescuing Shih Tzus and other small breeds since 1995.
Because of this, they carefully filter each application to find a perfect match for the available dog. The lucky adopter will be given a dog who is vetted, treated, and fostered by a loving family. The rescue volunteer will then respond with an application form if they passed the initial screening. Shih Tzus are given regular grooming, parasite checks and needed treatment. Before adoption, they are altered, updated with vaccinations, given medication to prevent flea or tick infection, and microchipped.
I am Kraig Wharton, a wildlife conservationist and a television personality. I am 30 years old. I was born and raised in the small town of Marion, Alabama. I have always had a love and respect for nature, which led me to pursue a career in wildlife conservation.
I have been very fortunate to have had the opportunity to travel all over the world, working with some of the most endangered species on the planet. My work has taken me to some of the most remote and dangerous places on earth, including war-torn countries such as Iraq and Afghanistan.
I am passionate about educating people about the importance of conserving our natural resources, and I am committed to doing whatever it takes to protect our planet for future generations.