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Posted over 9 months ago
| Updated over 4 months ago
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My basic info
Breed
Shih Tzu/Havanese
Color
Black - with Tan, Yellow or Fawn
Age
Adult
Size
Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)
Weight
–
Sex
Female
Pet ID
–
My details
Not 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:
PLEASE READ THIS PROFILE AND THE REQUESTED CRITERIA BEFORE CALLING OR SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION. THANKS FOR YOUR ATTENTION AND CONSIDERATION
MEET MS. STELLA…a sweet (but at times a little fearful) 4.5 yr old, 12 lb, tan/black Shih Tzu mix. We’ve had several dogs with this coloring this year and we don’t know what the mix is, so you might have to do a DNA!! All we can say is she has not had it easy. Her family lost their home in a flood, she was staying with friends for several months and at the end of the day, the family had to give her up for a better life. They believed we could find it for her and we will!!!
When given up, Stella had a horrible UTI and ended up needing bladder stone surgery as a result of bacteria. Surgery was successful and they should not reoccur. She is a big kisser — but not on your face (you’ll have to try peanut butter to get that result!). She can be independent but she would rather be snuggly and then go off to explore! She loves her walks, people, other dogs. We haven’t seen any engagement so far, so we believe she could be an only dog if you work from home and can give her a lot of attention. She is especially adoring when it comes to feeding time and she will eat almost anything …. including zucchini, lettuce, all treats and she loves french fries!
Still a bit fearful when you go to pick her up if she doesn’t know you or you surprise her…but other than that, she is a gem! She will let out a little cry that might scare you silly!! She was wonderful at the groomers…seems to be potty trained, or will go on a pp pad if necessary, but we never guarantee! Her tummy was a little food sensitive when she arrived, but otherwise very food oriented.
The perfect home for Stella will be one that will care for her properly, take her to the vet when needed, feed her good food and love her to pieces! Because of her fearfulness, we don’t believe she should go to a home with children, but over 12+ would probably be alright (if they are gentle). Does that sound like you?
Our website is updated daily. Please do not apply for this dog unless your home fits the specified criteria. All of our dogs are spayed/neutered, microchipped, groomed, vet checked, dewormed, deflea'd and come with a leash, collar and ID
If you are interested in adopting a pup from Lhasa Happy Homes, please complete the Adoption Application before calling. We will contact you once it has been reviewed.
Lhasa Happy Homes will be now holding our adoption events the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month on Main Street in Santa Monica (check calendar link below for special events and directions). Our event is located at 2116 Main Street, in Santa Monica, CA. Here you will have an opportunity to interact with the dogs and see which might be a perfect fit with your household. Main Street is famous for its innovative shops and is close to the beach! Make a day of it!! Metered parking on the street and free parking on 4th and Bicknell Streets.
Here you will have an opportunity to interact with the dogs and see which might be a perfect fit with your household....and do some fantastic shopping at the same time! Please do call us if you are coming to see a particular dog to make sure he/she will be at adoptions (we do not bring sick dogs to our adoption events). Please bring pictures or video of your home and yard if we have not done a home check (preferred)! Most importantly, if you have a dog, make sure you bring him or her to do a compatibility match with the dog you are interested in adopting!
Don't forget to check out our Events Calendar for more information on upcoming events!
See our home page for more details about our adoptions at Lhasa Happy Homes
Thanks for thinking rescue and adoption and for considering saving a life. It will be the best gift you ever give yourself or your family.
