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My name is Teddy (Shorkie)!

Posted 4 days ago | Updated 13 hours ago

Cared for by Paws and Prayers
Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Approve Application

3

Meet the Pet

4

Sign Adoption Contract

5

Pay Fee

6

Take the Pet Home

My basic info

Breed
Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier/Shih Tzu
Color
Red/Golden/Orange/Chestnut
Age
Young
Size
Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID
22164017

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with kids
Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

 



Teddy turned 2 in October, but don't be fooled, he is still very much in his 'Puppy' Era! He’s a Shorkie (Yorkie–Shih Tzu mix) weighing a healthy 16 pounds of enthusiasm, curiosity, and moderate-chaos.

He’s playful with toys, playful with dogs, playful with air, and deeply committed to yard adventures. Teddy absolutely requires a securely fenced yard, because while he isn't an escape artist, he's not shy about taking advantage of opportunity either. A solo adventure? He'd never look back.

He is, without question, a handful. But a VERY sweet one. When he powers down (we promise he does), Teddy delivers top-tier kisses and snuggles that make you forget he was playing 'the floor is lava' just minutes before. His former owner sadly passed away and likely wasn’t able to give Teddy the structure or outlets he needed, so he’s learning all those things now in foster care.

Teddy is working on house training and currently wears a male wrap to manage his initial enthusiasm for marking. This has been GREATLY reduced in just his first few days in foster care and we expect him to be fully house trained with just a little more time and consistent direction. He already walks pretty well on a leash, but this will also improve with practice.

Despite his goofy antics, Teddy is not destructive. He doesn't have an interest in chewing or destroying anything but his toys. When it's time for bed, he sleeps soundly in the 'big bed' til morning. No issues at all.

Teddy will thrive with a loving family who genuinely enjoys actively engaging their pups. Due to his playful nature, we feel he also needs a home with another small playful, energetic canine companion to help burn off steam. Because of his age, energy level, and vocal personality, Teddy is not a good fit for seniors or homes with shared walls.

Teddy does not shed but does require professional grooming every 6 to 8 weeks. If you have a groomer referral, please include it with your application.

Adoption Fee: $450. This includes spay or neuter, microchip, vaccines, heartworm testing, and current prevention. Apply at https://pawsandprayers.org/adoption-application/

If you have further questions about Teddy, you can email his foster home at 4leggedlayover@gmail.com

Please note that only applications submitted through our website using the link above are valid. Inquiries or applications submitted through Petfinder or other third-party sites are not accepted. Your veterinarian must have permission to speak with us. Please contact your vet as soon as you apply, as applications will not be considered without this authorization.



January 5, 2026, 11:58 am
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
22164017
Contact
Address
P.O. Box 67166, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44222

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

This MUST be filled out first before a meet and greet is arranged. https://pawsandprayers.org/adoption-application

2.

Approve Application

3.

Meet the Pet

4.

Sign Adoption Contract

5.

Pay Fee

6.

Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

If you are interested in meeting and possibly adopting one of our lovely animals, please email us at info@pawsandprayers.org or email the foster directly, their name is listed in the listing. Applications are required to meet a pet. Adoption fees vary. Visit https://pawsandprayers.org/adopt/ for more information about the adoption process.

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

Visit our event calendar to see where we are hosting adoption events this weekend! https://pawsandprayers.org/events/ See an animal you'd like to meet? Fill out a non-obligatory adoption application at www.pawsandprayers.org. We are a foster-based rescue, meaning the majority of our pets are in foster volunteers homes and meet and greets must be arranged. Visit our website for more information!

More about this rescue

Our primary mission is to rescue, care for, and find loving homes for homeless cats and dogs. Our secondary goal is to make sure all of these animals are spayed or neutered. It is a big task, but we are ready! Paws and Prayers is based in the Northeast Ohio region. We operate as a non-profit, incorporated organization that functions solely on the efforts of foster homes and adoption volunteers.

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