AKC FEMALE SHIHTZU

Description

Owner recently passed. Located in Pasadena MD. Sandy is a gray liver almost (Nov) 6 year old intact female. Sandy is up to date on all shots, I have her records. She is AKC, but was never registered. I have AKC paperwork if you choose to register her. She has not been fixed. She weighs approximately 15 lbs. Sandys owner passed away week of 8/27/25. I was contacted by Sandys owners brother back in March (via my niece) asking if I would please take her as soon as his brother passed as he does not like, nor want a dog. Otherwise going to turn over to animal control. good home back in March, however his sister pleaded with him to not give Sandy up until there brother passed. I picked Sandy up on 9/3, poor baby. From my brief time so far meeting and having Sandy, here is my thoughts Sandy seems to be a sweet girl, just wants to sit next to you for loving cuddle time. She is shy/timid of my dogs (2 Goldens and 2 Shih-Tzus) so I dont believe she was socialized with other animals. Though she seems to be slowly warming up to them, except for my 16wk puppy, which annoys her. Though previous owner gave me her food, toys snacks etc, I am in the process of changing her to dry kibble of a healthier choice. Sandy does not like crates (barks like crazy) but i am still working on that. She just wants to be with you. Though my dogs are all crate trained we have allowed (evening only) for Sandy to sleep with us. You tell her to lay down, she curls right up and goes to sleep. I was given a supply of potty pads, however she has yet to have a accident in crate or my house. So im assuming she is potty trained. I believe she was at some point taught basic commands. However needs refresher. She does have anxiety (has prescription) but have not and don't plan to use. She was very leary of my dogs and is no longer panting and looks as she's thinking about interacting. Sandy would do well as only dog or with single calm companion. Someone who is home & likes a shadow.

• Physical Attributes

  Size:	Small
  Color/Markings:	Gray Liver
  Coat Length:	Short
  Grooming Needs:	Moderate
  Likes to Vocalize:	Some
  Shedding Amount:	None
  Altered	No

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Kids:	Not Sure
  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  OK with Cats:	Not Sure
  OK with Farm Animals:	Not Sure
  Energy Level:	Moderate
  Activity Level:	Slightly Active
  Exercise Needs:	Low
  Fence Required:	3 foot
  Obedience Training:	Needs Training
  Owner Experience Required:	Species
  Other:	Leash Trained Housetrained Tries to Escape Likes to Be in Your Lap

• Personality

  Personality Characteristics

  Obedient Timid Skittish Affectionate Eager to Please Intelligent Gentle

• Additional Information

  Was the Dog Found	No
  Other	Hypoallergenic Up-to-date on Vaccinations