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Ola

Shih Tzu

Female, 8 yrs
Wheeling, IL
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Ola is living in a foster home. Please submit an application from our website and/or email dogs@heartlandanimalshelter.org to learn if you are a match! Sweet senior Ola came to us as part of a "breeder release," which is code for when puppy mills are shut down and the dogs need to be relocated. That is when rescues like ours step in. These poor dogs, of course all females who have been bred many times, are typically extremely shy, in shock, and unfamiliar with leash walking. They are also testaments to the resilience of dogs. Ola came in as a shell of a dog, and it has been so rewarding to see her blossom. Before she moved to her amazing foster home, she was at our shelter for a few days and staff and volunteers showered her with love. Though her expression would not change, and she would not move much, her tail would wag any time we picked her up and held her. At first, we would just sit beside her, and talk to her. Then we started carrying her outside and placing her in the grass so she could learn to go potty there. Every day she changed for the better, and has continued to thrive in her foster home. Ola's foster mom says that she is mostly housebroken now, aside from the occasional small pee accident. Ola is still learning that she can tell her people when she has to go potty. Ola's foster home does have a fenced yard, which seems to be what Ola really needs given that she is not comfortable on leash walks just yet (she has made it down the block, though!). Ola has never needed to be crated, and is fine left in a bedroom for a few hours when her fosters are out of the house. She likes to get her beauty rest! Ola loves her canine foster sibling very much, and is truly learning to be a dog from her. She is much more confident with a friend, so we do feel that is essential for her in addition to a yard. Anyone who adopts Ola should expect to need to give her time to warm up to you. In just one week, Ola went from trembling on the couch when her fosters put her there to be next to them, to trying to jump up there to be next to them! Ola's foster mom writes, "Ola is a timid, gentle girl who enjoys being outside and spending time with other dogs and humans. She takes a little bit to warm up to new people but once she does her wiggly, playful side starts to come out! She adores other dogs and makes the cutest squeaking noises when she's happy or excited - especially when it's about food! She is not yet used to some aspects of house life, such as stairs or walks, but is doing her best to overcome those fears - and luckily, is small enough to be carried, which is helpful!" Ola is so deserving of a permanent place in which to live out her golden years. We know it feels restrictive to require her to go to a home with a yard and another dog, but our puppy mill survivors do often need those elements to live successfully in a home after so many years of living in a terrible environment like a puppy mill. It would break our hearts, and Ola's, for her to be returned, so we need to do our best to ensure a successful placement by requiring those elements. We do hope you will reach out to inquire about this darling girl. Ola’s adoption fee is $175. This animal is spayed, up to date on core vaccines, and Heartworm negative. Ola does need a dental with extractions, which we will cover and which will be done at our shelter with our veterinarian on 7/2/25.
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Tobey Maguire

Shih Tzu Poodle (Miniature)

Male, 3 yrs 5 mos
Mundelein, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Tobey has now been living with his foster family for over three months. Although he had a rough beginning, he has now settled in and has become the most loving member of the family. When he arrived, he was nervous around his foster dad. Over time, his foster dad worked to earn Tobey's trust and it paid off! Strict boundaries were set, and Tobey's foster dad took over feedings and spent more time with him. This allowed him to establish himself as the pack leader and for Tobey to learn his role within the family unit.Tobey understands the house rules and knows where he stands in the pack, and these clear boundaries helped his confidence so much within the house. Now he is all cuddles and kisses, and he is the first one to greet his foster family when they arrive. He is always on the lookout for a lap to lay on and gives the best hugs! He plays well with toys and the other dogs in the house.Tobey can be a little protective when new people come to the house, and his foster mom uses training tools to ensure that the guests feel welcome and to ensure that Tobey doesn't feel like he needs to protect them. Tobey is a GREAT dog - so cuddly and sweet... and he also needs an experienced owner who will continue the training established and keep boundaries in place for Tobey to be the goodest boy that he is in his foster home.He would do best in a quiet home without young children. If you're looking for a sweet, cuddly dog who will blossom in a structured environment, Tobey Maguire could be the perfect fit for you! Stop by our weekly adoption events on Saturdays from 12-4 pm at 372 Townline Road in Mundelein, IL 60060 to meet our adoptable animals in person. Follow us on Facebook for additional updates and sneak peeks of new dogs!  https://www.facebook.com/reachrescue ##2264207##
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Maximus

Shih Tzu Maltese

Male, 2 yrs 6 mos
Mundelein, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats,
Story
This dog is a recent arrival to REACH Rescue.  Please check back for more information as their foster family gets to know them! Stop by our weekly adoption events on Saturdays from 12-4 pm at 372 Townline Road in Mundelein, IL 60060 to meet our adoptable animals in person. Follow us on Facebook for additional updates and sneak peeks of new dogs!  https://www.facebook.com/reachrescue ##2425185##
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Lady

Shih Tzu

Female, 2 yrs 6 mos
Mundelein, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats,
Story
This dog is a recent arrival to REACH Rescue.  Please check back for more information as their foster family gets to know them! Stop by our weekly adoption events on Saturdays from 12-4 pm at 372 Townline Road in Mundelein, IL 60060 to meet our adoptable animals in person. Follow us on Facebook for additional updates and sneak peeks of new dogs!  https://www.facebook.com/reachrescue ##2432426##
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Callahondra

Shih Tzu Maltese

Female, 2 mos
Hainesville, 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
Hi Everyone, My name is Callahondra and I’m a 2 month old Malshi baby girl who is looking for my forever Family. Investing your time and love into me will be so worth it!! I am an absolute sweetheart. I was rescued and am now in a foster home awaiting my forever family. I am a sweet, loving and smart lil baby who just wants a loving family. I am happy, playful and an absolute doll. I love playing and I am right at the perfect age for lots of training. I am good with children and other animals. Please add a lotta unconditional love, sloppy kisses, tail wags and endless happiness to your family and contact adoptions@wagginghearts for an adoption application and bring me home. I will come with the works (Spayed, up to date on everything, micro chipped, fecal, heart worm tested, monthly heartworm, flea and tick prevented, a free vet visit and medical insurance). What more could a new family ask for? Love and Kisses, Callahondra
We'll also keep you updated on Cala Blanco's adoption status with email updates.
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Cala Blanco

Shih Tzu

Female, 2 mos
Hainesville, 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
Hi Everyone, My name is Cala Blanco and I’m a 2 month old Shih Tzu baby girl who is looking for my forever Family. Investing your time and love into me will be so worth it!! I am an absolute sweetheart. I was rescued and am now in a foster home awaiting my forever family. I am a sweet, loving and smart lil baby who just wants a loving family. I am happy, playful and an absolute joy to be around. I love playing and I am right at the perfect age for lots of training. I am good with children and other animals. Please add a lotta unconditional love, sloppy kisses, tail wags and endless happiness to your family and contact adoptions@wagginghearts.org for an adoption application and bring me home. I will come with the works (Neutered, up to date on everything, micro chipped, fecal, heart worm tested, monthly heartworm, flea and tick prevented, a free vet visit and medical insurance). What more could a new family ask for? Love and Kisses, Cala Blanco

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Shih Tzu shelters & rescues in Lake Forest, Illinois

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46.3 miles

P.A.W.S. (Peoples Animal Welfare Society) of Tinley Park

8301 West 191st Street, Tinley Park, IL 60487

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Shelter

29.3 miles

Animal House Shelter, Inc

13005 Ernesti Rd, Huntley, IL 60142

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Shelter

37.1 miles

Animal Welfare League

10305 Southwest Highway, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415

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

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Rescue

17 miles

Almost Home Foundation

P.O. Box 308, Elk Grove Village, IL 60009

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Shelter

23.6 miles

McHenry County Animal Control

100 N. Virginia Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014

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

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Shelter

7.9 miles

Heartland Animal Shelter

586 Palwaukee Drive, Wheeling, IL 60090

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

49.9 miles

Bichon and Little Buddies Rescue

828 Perkins Dr, Mukwonago, WI 53149

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

21.6 miles

Famous Fido Rescue & Adoption Alliance

3124 W. Irving Park Rd., Chicago, IL 60618

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

11 miles

Wagging Hearts - Hainesville

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

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs

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Rescue

19 miles

Rescue Tails Animal Welfare

Chicago, IL 60659

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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