Shih Tzu puppies and dogs in Mendota Heights, Minnesota

Meet Diamond! She's super sweet, snuggly and playful. This adorable senior gal is around 10.5 years old and 18 pounds. She doesn’t have the best sight or hearing anymore, but that doesn’t stop her from loving with her whole heart. She had a dental and bloodwork, so she’s doing well health-wise. She doesn’t have a lot of teeth and prefers wet food, but she’s not super picky. She's pee pad trained and gets along great with other dogs, cats and kids. She does great at the groomer’s and she’s an all around fantastic little dog!IMPORTANT: Please read all below, especially if you live outside of Texas, which is where our rescue is located.Apply to adopt on our website: https://www.charmingpetrescue.org/adoptAll of our animals are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and up to date on shots.ALL of our animals are located in Boerne, TX, but transport after adoption is available to other states for a $300 fee for dogs or an additional fee varying by location for cats. If you are seeing our pets posted in your state, that's because you live near a transport stop, they are not currently at that location. Petfinder lists our pets as ''Out of Town'' pets at other locations, and Adopt-a-Pet lists our location as a Transport stop. Those are currently the only options they offer to make this clear, so we put this description we've put at the bottom to explain it. You can read more about transport here: www.charmingpetrescue.org/transportWe understand transport is not an option for everyone, but we offer it at the cost we pay the transport company for those who wish to adopt from us.October 2, 2023, 11:29 am

Meet Beans! This handsome little guy is a 1 year old Shih Tzu weighing 13 pounds. He's friendly and has the cutest little goofy facial expressions. He's a happy wiggle worm who's fantastic with kids of all ages and other dogs.Beans is an Ambassadog, which means his higher adoption fee will give us much needed help covering dogs with more medical expenses.IMPORTANT: Please read all below, especially if you live outside of Texas, which is where our rescue is located.Apply to adopt on our website: https://www.charmingpetrescue.org/adoptAll of our animals are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and up to date on shots.ALL of our animals are located in Boerne, TX, but transport after adoption is available to other states for a $300 fee for dogs or an additional fee varying by location for cats. If you are seeing our pets posted in your state, that's because you live near a transport stop, they are not currently at that location. Petfinder lists our pets as ''Out of Town'' pets at other locations, and Adopt-a-Pet lists our location as a Transport stop. Those are currently the only options they offer to make this clear, so we put this description we've put at the bottom to explain it. You can read more about transport here: www.charmingpetrescue.org/transportWe understand transport is not an option for everyone, but we offer it at the cost we pay the transport company for those who wish to adopt from us.October 2, 2023, 11:29 am

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Thank you for stopping by to see me!  Please check below to see what upcoming adoption events I will be attending or apply here for a private meeting.  If you have other questions about me you can email Underdog Rescue at <inquiries@underdogrescuemn.com> ***Be sure to check your spam/junk folder as sometimes our emails end up there*** DOB: 11/07/2017 Requires another dog in home: Yes  Okay with dogs of all sizes: Yes Okay with cats: Unknown Okay with children under 12 years old: Unknown Weight: 16.16 lbs Requires a fenced yard:   Yes, needs a fenced yard Note: dogs must always be leashed whenever outside of a contained area. Invisible/ underground fencing is not recommended for most rescue dogs. Are you in the market for a handsome Shih Tzu?  Well, your luck will have it that I am that exact description! I t’s been a journey here so far and I must admit that finding a forever place to lay my paws is a wish I’ve had for a long time.  I’ve got my vices, like crinkle toys, treats and playing with other fur friends.  I know I look like being a lap dog is my jam, but it’s really not.  I’m not a fan of being picked up and held, although I don’t bite or bark.  I tolerate it begrudgingly.  Inside I‘m rolling my eyes.  While I’m at it, I despise the crate too.  I don’t bark in there or go potty in it, but what the heck?! Can’t I just be left out to chill?  I will occasionally chase a ball but don’t take bets I’ll do it every time.  I do enjoy zipping around in a fenced yard and frolicking with friends.  I even do a great job of going potty outside when on a schedule.  Inside, I’ve been known to use a potty pad.  I’d really enjoy having a fur friend to play tag with out in the yard.  I’m not sure what leashes are for, so I freeze up on them.  Every day I come out of my shell a bit more, as I gain confidence playing with my fur siblings.  They’ve even taught me to go up steps and how to go in/out of the house on my own!  I do enjoy being pet (but do you really need to hold me?!).  I’m super food motivated and enjoy my zoomies.  I can’t wait to see all the things I’ll learn in my forever home! Please note that some of our dogs are obtained from shelters, surrendered to our care, or released from breeders.  Each animal's bio is based on our experience of the animal within our care, an educated guess based on physical characteristics, temperament and information shared.  Each dog receives basic grooming when coming into rescue, but for some dogs they have not received grooming attention until recently and grooming may be required shortly after adoption.  This will be at the adopters expense, so we encourage you to research the breed and be prepared for grooming expenses .   Underdog cannot guarantee hypoallergenic or non shedding qualities of any dogs in our rescue.   Some of the animals come from situations where they are lacking experience in a home and confidence in humans. In turn, they require another companion dog and/or a fenced in yard in th eir forever home in order for them to feel safe. If you are interested in a    particular dog whose bio states those needs and do not currently have them, please understand that your home might not be the right fit.  Please use the filter on our Adoptable Dogs page to find the perfect match for your home.     ***Be sure to check your spam/junk folder as sometimes our emails end up there***  Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.  ADOPTION EVENTS:      Adoption events are updated as the foster home RSVP's to attend. Check back for updates on which events they will be attending. Please understand that all of our pets are in volunteer foster homes and sometimes "life" happens and the foster family cannot make it to their scheduled adoption event. If you are traveling from a far distance to meet a specific animal, please understand we cannot guarantee event attendance. You may wish to consider applying and setting up a private appointment. Private appointments are only scheduled after an application is submitted and approved.   ADOPTION PROCEDURE: The first step in our process is to complete an online adoption application on our website: http://www.underdogrescuemn.com/adoptionprocess/   Note: In most circumstances Underdog Rescue will only adopt within 60 miles of Minneapolis, MN.  All of our foster animals can be seen by appointment with an approved adoption application. Contact us at http://www.underdogrescuemn.com/contact-us/ if you have further questions.   FOSTER CARE: All of our animals are fostered in individual homes or doggie daycare facilities. While they are in our care, they are part of our families and given lots of love. We work on training, crate-training and socialization prior to adoption. Each animal's behavior is evaluated and we have a sense of its temperament and personality. We look for adopters who will give each animal the wonderful life and permanent home that he or she deserves. If you have an interest and ability to be a foster home, please visit our website  www.underdogrescuemn.com/foster-applications  and fill out a foster application.   NUTRITION: Nutrition is vital to the rehabilitation and life-long health of our pets.  All of our foster animals are fed a premium diet such as NutriSource, Canidae, Orijen, Nature's Variety, Fromm, Pure Vita, Stella and Chewy's, Primal, or balanced raw diet.  All adopters are required to continue providing premium diets for the life of the animal.   YOU CAN HELP: Not able to foster or adopt right now? Please consider sponsoring an Underdog. Your donation will help us buy dog food and pay for medical costs. Visit this link  www.underdogrescuemn.com/donate   to donate.  (Please note: A Paypal account is not necessary to use Paypal. When you get to the Paypal page, just use the link to the left of their login to make your donation via Paypal without an account.) October 2, 2023, 12:19 pm

In addition to the following profile for these dogs, please first read the Adoption Information at http://www.shihtzurescuemn.org/adopt.html to understand the process, requirements and timeline for adoption. An adoption application can also be found in the Adoption Info section. If, after reading that information, you have any questions, please submit your question via e-mail and it will be answered. Please do not request a phone call. A personal phone call will only be made when an adoption application has been submitted and the foster parent wishes to consider the application. Thank you! Meet Sophie and Tucker, a bonded Shih Tzu pair who are great companions. They came into rescue when their owner died unexpectedly. They must be adopted together. Sophie, the female, is 9 years old and weigh 10 pounds and Tucker, the male, is 3 years old and weighs 19 pounds. They have luscious tri-color coats with reddish brown, black, and beige colors. They are calm and obedient dogs who are very easy to care for. They are housetrained and love to receive a treat for going potty outdoors. After going out one last time before bed at night, they sleep undisturbed with their foster mom until she awakens and takes them out to potty first thing in the morning. They ride beautifully in the car and walk well on a leash. Both like to cuddle with their people and follow you all over the house and especially love when people and dogs come to visit. They are both very docile and cooperative will let you clean their faces with a wet cloth and not object. Sophie is a gentle, low energy lady. She wants nothing more than to sit on your lap and get petted! She is very friendly and loves everyone. Sometimes she can be a bit scared of loud noises, but she finds comfort in her people. She does enjoy walks, but tends to only want to go a few blocks before wanting to head home. Sophie takes a couple of medications for allergies, which she will need for the rest of her life. She does not generally play with toys, Tucker does. Tucker is a playful snuggle boy! He loves to play with his people, and his big sister, Sophie. He still has the last of his puppy energy and loves going for walks. Tucker always keeps an eye on Sophie, checks on her, and naps next to her wherever she decides to nap. He protects and grooms her and is upset if you take her away without him. Tucker may get a bit nosey and pokes into things. He really likes certain types of toys and seems to have a time of day when he gets really playful. Requirements for applicants interested in Sophie and Tucker include: • A family with or without children, but children must be older than 10 years. Prefer adopters who are home most of the day. No older senior applicants will be considered due to Tucker’s young age. • Must adopt both dogs together (bonded pair). • Willing to take them outdoors for walks regularly every day, must be physically able to care for a young dog such as Tucker, and can handle two dogs. • A home within 30 miles of Eden Prairie, MN. • Willing to continue with treatment plan for Sophie’s allergies. • Must commit to attending the annual Shih Tzu Rescue Reunion held each year in September. Sophie and Tucker are spayed/neutered, current on vaccinations and on heartworm and flea/tick preventative. They will have a dental before they are adopted. The adoption fee for Sophie is $120.00 plus $9.03 sales tax for a total of $129.03. Tucker’s adoption fee is $320.00 plus $24.08 sales tax for a total of $344.08. The total amount to adopt both dogs is $473.11. The adoption fees reflect a $100.00 discount for adopting both dogs together. To meet Sophie and Tucker, please complete an adoption application on the STRMN website listed in the first paragraph. Or you can also see them and the other dogs available for adoption from Shih Tzu Rescue of Minnesota by visiting with us from 10:00 AM to 12:00 noon the first Saturday of every month at Chuck and Don’s at 6821 York Avenue South, Edina near Southdale.

In addition to the following profile for these dogs, please first read the Adoption Information at http://www.shihtzurescuemn.org/adopt.html to understand the process, requirements and timeline for adoption. An adoption application can also be found in the Adoption Info section. If, after reading that information, you have any questions, please submit your question via e-mail and it will be answered. Please do not request a phone call. A personal phone call will only be made when an adoption application has been submitted and the foster parent wishes to consider the application. Thank you! Meet Sophie and Tucker, a bonded Shih Tzu pair who are great companions. They came into rescue when their owner died unexpectedly. They must be adopted together. Sophie, the female, is 9 years old and weigh 10 pounds and Tucker, the male, is 3 years old and weighs 19 pounds. They have luscious tri-color coats with reddish brown, black, and beige colors. They are calm and obedient dogs who are very easy to care for. They are housetrained and love to receive a treat for going potty outdoors. After going out one last time before bed at night, they sleep undisturbed with their foster mom until she awakens and takes them out to potty first thing in the morning. They ride beautifully in the car and walk well on a leash. Both like to cuddle with their people and follow you all over the house and especially love when people and dogs come to visit. They are both very docile and cooperative will let you clean their faces with a wet cloth and not object. Sophie is a gentle, low energy lady. She wants nothing more than to sit on your lap and get petted! She is very friendly and loves everyone. Sometimes she can be a bit scared of loud noises, but she finds comfort in her people. She does enjoy walks, but tends to only want to go a few blocks before wanting to head home. Sophie takes a couple of medications for allergies, which she will need for the rest of her life. She does not generally play with toys, Tucker does. Tucker is a playful snuggle boy! He loves to play with his people, and his big sister, Sophie. He still has the last of his puppy energy and loves going for walks. Tucker always keeps an eye on Sophie, checks on her, and naps next to her wherever she decides to nap. He protects and grooms her and is upset if you take her away without him. Tucker may get a bit nosey and pokes into things. He really likes certain types of toys and seems to have a time of day when he gets really playful. Requirements for applicants interested in Sophie and Tucker include: • A family with or without children, but children must be older than 10 years. Prefer adopters who are home most of the day. No older senior applicants will be considered due to Tucker’s young age. • Must adopt both dogs together (bonded pair). • Willing to take them outdoors for walks regularly every day, must be physically able to care for a young dog such as Tucker, and can handle two dogs. • A home within 30 miles of Eden Prairie, MN. • Willing to continue with treatment plan for Sophie’s allergies. • Must commit to attending the annual Shih Tzu Rescue Reunion held each year in September. Sophie and Tucker are spayed/neutered, current on vaccinations and on heartworm and flea/tick preventative. They will have a dental before they are adopted. The adoption fee for Sophie is $120.00 plus $9.03 sales tax for a total of $129.03. Tucker’s adoption fee is $320.00 plus $24.08 sales tax for a total of $344.08. The total amount to adopt both dogs is $473.11. The adoption fees reflect a $100.00 discount for adopting both dogs together. To meet Sophie and Tucker, please complete an adoption application on the STRMN website listed in the first paragraph. Or you can also see them and the other dogs available for adoption from Shih Tzu Rescue of Minnesota by visiting with us from 10:00 AM to 12:00 noon the first Saturday of every month at Chuck and Don’s at 6821 York Avenue South, Edina near Southdale.

In addition to the following profile for this dog, please first read the Adoption Information at http://www.shihtzurescuemn.org/adopt.html to understand the process, requirements and timeline for adoption. An adoption application can also be found in the Adoption Info section. If, after reading that information, you have any questions, please submit your question via e-mail and it will be answered. Please do not request a phone call. A personal phone call will only be made when an adoption application has been submitted and the foster parent wishes to consider the application. Thank you! Doc, this 8-month-old Shih Tzu/Maltese puppy is amazing! In so many ways he is all puppy: curious about everything, playful, mischievous, active, and happy to jump on any toy or person! Doc loves to walk, explore, and meet his neighbors. He will snuffle and bark at strange movements and noises - especially when he sees birds, squirrels, people, and other wildlife outside. He is fast as lightning, so his new owners will need to always have a leash on him when a door is opened so he does not slip out. Favorite toys range from small to big, squeaky to silent, and little balls to plush bears with eyes and ribbons! At the same time Doc is acting out as a puppy, you can scoop him up and he will cuddle right into your lap and arms. He loves to have lots of tummy rubs and gives lots of kisses. He is a very sweet little boy with plenty of personality and love to give. His vet and groomer both say he is a gentle, loving little boy. Doc will sleep through the night right beside you in bed, although he would also love to snuggle in with his foster brother. He is house trained, and he is taken out during the day every 4 hours to go potty. Doc just had a haircut, fully vetted and ready for a new forever home! Puppies always need basic training, so a puppy class is highly recommended for Doc to learn boundaries and good behavior. His foster mom has found him to be a good listener and quick learner we know he would love a fun class! He is well socialized and gets along with other small dogs and all people. If you have the time and energy for a sweet, lovable puppy like Doc, please submit an application if your home meets these requirements: • You live within 45 miles of Bloomington, MN • Must be home enough that Doc can be let outside every four hours. • No children under the age of 12 - a puppy is known for play nips and lots of jumping. • You must have indoor space for a puppy that loves to run and play not just with toys, but with you! Doc loves to play fetch with you! • Be committed to consistent walks 2-3 times a day with lots of socialization and interaction. • Sorry, no apartments or condos because Doc will bark at noises. • It is not required you have another small pup, but Doc would love that—or a small, active, friendly neighborhood pup he could have daily playdates with! (Doc IS used to living with 3 other playful pups in his household) • A commitment to attend our Shih Tzu Rescue Reunion every year in September. Doc is neutered, current on vaccinations, microchipped, and on heartworm and flea/tick preventative. His adoption fee is 470.00, plus $40.07 sales tax for a total fee cost of $510.07. To meet Doc, please complete an adoption application at the website listed in the first paragraph. Or you can also see him and the other dogs available for adoption from Shih Tzu Rescue of Minnesota by visiting with us from 10:00 AM to 12:00 noon the first Saturday of every month at Chuck and Don’s at 6821 York Avenue South, Edina near Southdale.