Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Rza ❤️
Rza is tiny, ridiculously fluffy, completely adorable, and absolutely convinced that wherever you are is exactly where he needs to be. At 2 years old and approximately 11 to 12 pounds, this Lhasa Apso mix has a huge personality packed into a very fluffy little body.
He goes by Rza, Taz, Reggie, and The Rizz, although Taz may be the most fitting. When the zoomies hit, this little guy is all gas and no brakes! He also makes hilarious little gremlin noises when playing with his toys.
Rza loves his people and wants to be wherever you are. He follows you from room to room, including the bathroom, snuggles on the bed, burrows between the pillows, and loves sleeping on his favourite bath mat. He enjoys plush toys, Kongs, antlers, socks, face cloths, and, for reasons known only to Rza, sometimes a spatula.
As cute and funny as Rza is, his behavioural needs cannot be overlooked because he is adorable.
Rza struggles with anxiety, particularly on walks. His response to people and other animals can be unpredictable. Sometimes walks are great, while other times his anxiety causes him to bark and react. Treats can help, but he needs an adopter who understands his triggers, recognizes his stress signals, and can consistently help him manage his anxiety.
Rza is currently on anxiety medication to help manage his anxiety. Medication is an important part of his care, but it is not a substitute for training, structure, and management.
An online behavioural course will be required as part of Rza's adoption. This is not optional. His adopter must be willing to learn about his anxiety, understand his needs, and continue the work after adoption. This does mean they do need to be in the Okanagan to be close to our rescue for support.
Rza needs routine, structure, and clear expectations. His fluffy face and tiny size make him incredibly easy to spoil, but allowing him to get away with things because he is cute will not help him. He needs someone who can be loving and patient while also being consistent with boundaries.
Rza is good with other dogs and cats, although people and animals outside the home can trigger his anxiety. He does need a kid free home and a yard.
He is generally doing well with house training but still needs supervision, as he may rush back inside before finishing his business. He is comfortable in his kennel and settles once his people leave, although he may bark initially.
Most importantly, Rza needs someone who understands the difference between a dog giving you a hard time and a dog having a hard time.
He may be tiny. He may be fluffy. He may be irresistible.
But Rza needs more than someone who falls in love with his face. He needs someone prepared to understand him, set appropriate boundaries, and commit to the work.
