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Alex and Abbey

Shih Tzu Chihuahua

Male, Adult
Elburn, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Alex and Abbey – A Bonded Pair Looking for Love Alex and Abbey are an inseparable duo searching for their forever home! Abbey is a small mixed breed, possibly with some Shih Tzu or Poodle in the mix. This middle-aged lady may take about 30 minutes to warm up to new people, but once she trusts you, she’s all about high fives, kisses, and endless cuddles. Abbey is highly motivated by love and is always eager to please. She’s perfectly content whether she’s playing outside, perched on the back of a couch like a cat, or snuggling in bed all day long. Adaptable and quick to learn new routines, Abbey will thrive in a home with older kids due to her petite size. Abbey gets along well with dogs, cats, and people of all ages. She’s fearless in her role as your “almost toothless” protector, although she may bark to let you know she’s on duty. With patience and extra love, Abbey will blossom into your most devoted companion, her button eyes melting your heart every time you look her way. She has so much life and love to share! Alex, a petite Chihuahua mix, may be small, but he’s got big dog energy! If you love the spunky, spirited personality of Chihuahuas, Alex will keep you laughing every day. Like Abbey, he’s middle-aged and takes some time to decompress in a new environment. Once he’s comfortable, he’s a social butterfly who thrives on affection and loves to zip around the yard, play with dogs and cats, and, of course, enjoy his treats. Alex is mostly potty trained and learns routines quickly. He adores snuggling in bed and is fiercely loyal, despite only having two teeth left after a recent dental. Watching Alex grow more confident and affectionate every day is one of the most rewarding things, and he deserves a home where he can continue to flourish. Both Alex and Abbey are fully vetted, and they recently had dental work to ensure their mouths are in tip-top shape. If you’re ready to open your heart to this special pair, Alex and Abbey are waiting to fill your home with love and laughter! Their adoption fee is $650 cash or check and $660 credit card ($10 processing fee). . It includes s age appropriate core vaccinations, fecal testing, deworming, flea and tick preventative,1st vet visit at one of our participating vets, and micro-chipping. We must have an application, conduct a phone interview, and meet your entire family to approve an adoption. Applications will not be reviewed unless fully completed. An application does not commit you to adopting and does not guarantee adoption but does allow us to begin the review process. Please email adopt@safehavendogsIL.org for an application or additional details. Please note that the breeds and sizes posted in this biography are educated best guesses and are not guaranteed. Safe Haven Dog Rescue reserves the right to refuse adoption of any dog or puppy to any applicant (adopter) for any reason.
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Ronnie

Shih Tzu

Male, Adult
Island Lake, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Ronnie, a quirky, goofy little guy with a heart full of love just waiting to be shared! Ronnie is a vocal fella who’s not shy about letting you know he’s there—especially when he wants head or booty scratches! He’s a bit of a character with a cute, funny walk, but it only adds to his charm. He’s crate-trained, getting better on a leash, and loves his toys, bones, and warm blankets to curl up in. Ronnie is looking for someone patient who’s ready to take the time to earn his trust. While he may take a little time to warm up to new people, once he does, he’ll show how much love he has to give. Once he's comfortable, he also loves to be carried .  Ronnie is very food-motivated and enjoys training. He’s on his way to becoming a pro at housebreaking.  He’s great with cats and likes dogs, too, though he can be a little feisty around bigger dogs. He’d do best in a home with older, considerate children. He's looking for a family who will help him build his confidence. In return, Ronnie will reward you with affection, loyalty, and plenty of adorable quirks. To ask about Ronnie, please contact us directly by calling 847-338-3252 or email info@redemptionroadinc.org. See what's new with our rescue including updates on our animals and upcoming events:  https://lnk.bio/redemptionroadinc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/R4inc/ Instagram:  @redemptionroadinc Our trainers' Instagram:  @fullcircledogtrainer April 21, 2025, 6:07 pm
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Bridgett

Shih Tzu

Female, 1 yr
South Elgin, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Bridgett is a beautiful 1-year-old Shih Tzu mix with a stunning white and tan coat and a personality that absolutely shines! This vibrant little lady brings sunshine wherever she goes—she’s full of playful energy and always ready for fun. Whether she’s chasing her favorite ball, romping around with toys, or prancing along on walks, Bridgett is all about adventure and joy. She LOVES being outside and takes in the world with wide-eyed excitement, sniffing every new scent and exploring every corner. Bridgett is also a total social butterfly—her tail goes into overdrive when she meets new people, and she adores soaking up attention and affection. Despite her puppy-like enthusiasm, Bridgett is potty trained and well-mannered, showing a lovely balance of spirit and sweetness. She’s the kind of pup who turns everyday moments into happy memories, and she’s ready to light up her forever home with love, laughter, and endless tail wags! For more information, email info@ahconnects.org or call us at 847-697-2880 x: 0, and the staff will be happy to help you. Our dogs and puppies go home spayed/neutered, microchipped, heartworm tested (7 months and over), and up to date on core vaccines, heartworm, flea, and tick preventatives. Their adoption also includes a free-vet exam at one of our participating veterinarians.
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Birdie

Shih Tzu

Female, Senior
Whitewater, WI
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Birdie Breed: Shih Tzu Rescue: Albert’s Dog Lounge Age: Senior Weight: 11lbs Foster home: Stoughton, WI Fun fact: Age is just a number to me! I love to show off my zoomies, can jump off furniture like a gazelle and fly up/down stairs! Activity level: Medium Friendly with: Dogs, older kids, cats (I’m curious but not aggressive, cats would need to be chill and Ok with some playing/chasing) Sleep style: Cozy bed (dog or human!) Meals: Kibble twice daily Bark-o-meter: 4/10 (will bark initially in crate when her people leave, so not a good fit for apartment) Shedding meter: 1/10 Best color: Red, makes me look and feel fast! Walk out Song: “I Gotta Feeling” - Black Eyed Peas Favorite season: Looking forward to spring, more time to explore outside Personality: She is sweet, silly, stubborn, and smart Enjoys: Puttering around a yard, walks, mealtime/snacks, speed drills Spayed ✅ Microchipped ✅ Good in the car ✅ UTD on vaccinations ✅ UTD on preventatives ✅ Birdie is a sweet and silly pup who is looking for a forever home. She’s quite active for a senior and happy to explore outside or join you on an adventure (she’s requested less vet and groomers visits, ha!). She’s mostly potty trained but not a fan of going outside unless it’s on her terms so will need a patient home to show her the ropes. She’s in great health but her eyes will need to be monitored (currently sees just fine!). Albert's Dog Lounge is a specialty rescue focusing primarily on senior and special needs dogs. Our process includes an approved application, reference checks, a homevisit, and then a meet and greet with the dog. Adoption fee is $300, ($550 for a pair). Learn more about Albert's Dog Lounge, our mission, and adoption policies by visiting Albertsdoglounge.org. Begin your application process by copying this link into your web browser: https://www.albertsdoglounge.org/apply WI Dept. Of Agriculture License Number: 474085-DS NOTE ABOUT AGING A DOG: Aging a dog, based on looking at them, is unreliable and usually inaccurate. We get to know each dog as an individual and will do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality and their needs. Puppy - Under 6 months Young Adult - 6 months to 2 years Adult - 2 years to 8 years Senior - 8 years to 12 years Golden Oldie - 12+ years
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Scooter

Shih Tzu

Male, 1 yr 6 mos
Freeport, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats,
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Ernie

Shih Tzu

Male, Adult
Schaumburg, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hello! My name is Ernie and I am looking for a furever person or couple who understands me and that until I came to my foster mom’s house I had never lived in a home before. Where I came from there were many, many dogs around- I can’t count so I have to take the human’s word that it was close to 60 other pups. When the people who rescued me found me I had been living in a shed. So I am still working hard at learning all sorts of new homelife a social skills and am a work in progress. The nice rescue people don’t know how much socialization I had before I came to them, but I can be fearful of new people, so a quiet home with no kids would be PERFECT! And speaking of perfect, while people are scary to me, other dogs and cats are great! So another dog to show me the ropes I love to chew on bully sticks, play with toys and run a round the yard. A fenced in yard is also a must, as I get a little too overwhelmed at the idea of walks and STILL won’t let my foster mom put a harness on me. I will need someone to help me look my best by getting me groomed! With a lot of love and patience, I will warm up to you and want to get as many CUDDLES as possible!
 Kisses and cuddles-Ernie

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32.3 miles

Safe Haven Dog Rescue

PO Box 604, Elburn, IL 60119

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32.8 miles

Redemption Road Rescue Rehab Inc.

Island Lake, IL 60042

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34 miles

Anderson Humane

1000 S. La Fox St., South Elgin, IL 60177

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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39.2 miles

Albert's Dog Lounge

Whitewater, WI 53190

Pet Types: dogs

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40 miles

Friends Forever Humane Society

966 Rudy Road, Freeport, IL 61032

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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40 miles

Chicagoland Dog Rescue

P.O. Box 68808, Schaumburg, IL 60168

Pet Types: dogs

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40.4 miles

REACH Rescue

372 Townline Road, Mundelein, IL 60060

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

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42.6 miles

Help A Pooch Rescue

Grayslake, IL 60030

Pet Types: dogs

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42.6 miles

Wagging Hearts - Hainesville

260 E. Belvidere Rd, PMB #369, Hainesville, IL 60030

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47.3 miles

A.R.F.-Animal Rescue Foundation

PO Box 4423, Wheaton, IL 60189

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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