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My basic info
Breed
Shih Tzu/Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Color
White - with Black
Age
Young
Size
Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)
Weight
–
Sex
Male
Pet ID
–
My details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
Housetrained
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Andy could be that dream come true pup for retirees who love spending their time with a cottony-soft and very smart companion. There's no question Andy would also do well with gentle older kids 12+ who enjoy the fun that a sweet little dog brings to a family. We'd like only older children in Andy's family not because he doesn't enjoy young kids...he really does - but because Andy is only 8 lbs and 18 - 24 months old, we want to make certain he's handled gently and respectfully. Andy does love playing and is entertaining in his silly antics, young energy and the huge love he wants to show to everyone he knows. His story is all too common in his extremely close call to being euthanized in a scary Texas shelter....but who could ignore his adorable manner and desire to bond with anyone who would be his best friend? Andy is initially a bit shy..but give him a moment (a belly rub and yummy treats are helpful) and he inches just a bit closer to a welcoming lap. Before you know it he's gently loving you with a soft kiss. The awesome Texas rescuers recognized all of this and knew that there was a home out there that would love, respect and make this little guy a permanent member of their family. It's terribly sad to compare the puppy photo that was in Andy's file to the neglected dog we rescued. He definitely got the votes for the worst haircut ever but.... with periodic grooming and great nutrition, Andy's coat will return to the stunning Shih Tzu coat that is natural to the breed. Andy would do well with anyone who's invested in spending time with their pup. He's so pleasant and portable that he can be a part of any adventure....it can be a leisurely walk, a visit with friends (with or without their dogs), a car ride on vacation or just an afternoon spending time together plopped down on the couch - all of this would speak to Andy's temperament. We aren't open to a home where everyone spends their days working full-time outside of the home....we'd like Andy to get more time and attention than is possible with that lifestyle.
Andy is a non-shedding guy with the softest hair ever. He will therefore requires periodic grooming and great nutrition to keep his cotton-soft coat healthy and matt-free.
Andy is being fostered in Boulder, CO. Applications are currently being accepted for this exceptional companion and can be found at http://farfelsrescue.com/adoption/. If interested, please fill out and return to farfelsapps@gmail.com.
