Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Applications at leiashope.org
Apple Cider
Teddybear (Shih Tzu / Bichon mix)
Female
Location: Decatur, IL
Apple Cider is the kind of puppy that steals hearts without even trying. She has the cutest little smudge on her face — a feature her foster mom finds absolutely adorable — and an easy-going, lovable personality that makes her a joy to have around. She is simply easy to love.
She is confident, curious, and excels at learning new things. New experiences don’t faze her much, and she approaches the world with a calm, positive attitude. Apple Cider enjoys playtime and especially loves balls, with crinkle cat toy balls being her absolute favorite. She does very well with children and other dogs and would prefer a home with a playful canine companion.
Like many puppies, Apple Cider likes to be right where the action is and has a habit of getting underfoot, which means she is not suited for homes with mobility concerns.
Apple Cider was born in rescue and has been raised with Puppy Culture protocols, giving her a strong foundation in confidence building, problem solving, and thoughtful social skills. Continued education through Puppy Culture is preferred and included with her adoption. She will go home with the Puppy Culture course *With Open Arms and a Level Head*, which focuses on helping puppies grow into confident, well-adjusted companions through intentional, positive experiences.
She is currently fed a balanced raw diet. While continuing raw is not required in her new home, providing a high-quality, nutritionally sound diet is important for her optimal health, growth, and overall well-being.
Apple Cider is in perfect puppy health, has been checked by a veterinarian, will go home with age-appropriate vaccines, and will be microchipped. She will go home with a spay contract, with Leia’s Hope covering a portion of the cost if completed between 6–9 months of age. Regular grooming will be required throughout her life.
Adoption fee: $650
Applications are processed in 7–10 business days. An approved application is required before a meet and greet. All family members, including resident dogs, must attend. Adopters must travel to Decatur, IL. If flying, Apple Cider must ride in the cabin with her family — cargo flights are not permitted.
Puppies are a lifetime commitment, and adopters must be prepared to care for Apple Cider for the next 12–15+ years. If at any point she cannot remain with her adopter, she must be returned to Leia’s Hope Canine Rescue.
Applications can be submitted at leiashope.org.
