Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with dogs,
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Jacqueline Sparrow!
This 8-year-old, 13.5-lb Shih Tzu is proof that size (and age!) has nothing to do with spunk. Don't let the "senior" label fool you — Jackie has the playful, sweet, full-of-energy spirit of a puppy, no birth certificate required. Jackie (aka Jack Jack) came into her foster home recovering from recent vetting — including eye enucleation surgery (eye removal) due to a congenital "micro eye" — and let's just say the surgery got the memo, but Jackie did not. Her healing has gone great, and these days you'd never know she missed a beat.
Her foster family reports she came in like she owned the place. Stairs? She takes them two at a time. People? Oh, she LOVES people — all caps, no exceptions. Belly rubs, scritches, you name it — she is here for all of it (belly rubs especially — she will absolutely never say no).
Turns out Jackie is also super smart AND extremely food and treat motivated — mealtime is basically the Super Bowl in her world. She's smart enough to know exactly where her "place" is, and she will sprint to it the second she senses food is coming. Hand her a good chewy and she is one happy, content girl. She's an all-around happy girl who wants to be in your presence at all times: curled up next to you on the sofa, riding shotgun on car rides, or underfoot in the kitchen supervising dinner prep. She also gets along great with the other dogs in her foster home and has even initiated play with them — including her foster home's blind pups, who are still working out exactly what she's telling them, but the enthusiasm is there!
And if she's not in the middle of it? She'll let you know about it. Fair warning: this girl is not quiet. But give her a few minutes to make her case and she'll usually settle right down.
Jackie is working really hard on leash manners and potty training — both are works in progress, and she'll do best with a family willing to keep at it with her. Out on walks she can get overwhelmed by loud noises, cars, and fast-moving people, so she's still building her confidence out in the big world. Because of this, a fenced-in yard is required for her next home. She's also a certified climber who can clear an x-pen with ease, but the good news is she's doing really well with crate training so far.
Jackie may have one eye, but she's got twice the personality. You can apply to meet this spunky girl on our website.
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Many NMDR dogs have had limited prior socialization and may need time, patience, and support as they adjust to home life. Skills such as house training, leash walking, and handling may require continued practice. Progress will vary by individual dog. Homes with older children are often a good fit, depending on temperament. To learn more about NMDR and our adoption process, please visit our website.
