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Shih Tzu Dogs For Adoption in Springfield, MA, USA

JOJO - Shih Tzu (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Shih Tzu Dogs For Adoption in Springfield, MA, USA

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Nickname
JOJO
Breed
Shih Tzu
Gender
Male
Age
Senior
Location
Springfield, MA, 01104, USA

Description

Shih Tzu Dogs For Adoption in Springfield, MA, USA

Dog Breed: Shih Tzu (medium coat). Jojo is an older dog who prefers to relax and do things at his own pace. Some dogs are naturally timid or shy, while others may not have learned to trust people whil

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e they were young. These dogs need to feel safe before they will interact with people; the work to build a relationship of trust could be a long and hard one but the experience can be one of the most rewarding of dog ownership. Chicken Little Dogs: are fearful of new people and places, take time to trust, shut down here at the shelter, and will bite if people push or try to interact too quickly. However, once they trust a person, the often become very bonded. OTHER PETS: While Jojo has lived with other dogs previously; he is relaxed and avoids conflict when approached by them but not interested in socializing. [Should Be Only Pet] OWNER EXPERIENCE: Someone with experience using positive reinforcement, especially important with nervous dogs, would be best suited for Jojo, someone committed to learning how to best support Jojo and allowing her to set the pace would be a good first time dog owner for Jojo. [Some Experience] KIDS: Chicken little dogs will bite if they feel threatened, to set Jojo up for success he should only live with adults who will respect his boundaries and give him the time he needs to feel safe before interacting with him. [Adults Only] ACTIVITY LEVEL: Jojo enjoys leisurely strolls, sniffing the world around him, and relaxing. Regular exercise combined with mental enrichment will help meet his needs. [Couch Potato] VETERINARY CARE: Jojo will need a good relationship with a vet to ensure the he gets the care he needs as he enters his senior years. [Above Average] LEVEL OF TRAINING NEEDED: Positive reinforcement training will help Jojo bond with his new owner as well as help him learn important life skills and possibly some new tricks. [Minimal] GROOMING: Routine brushing will keep Jojo's coat clean and matt-free between grooms; he should be professionally groomed every 6 - 8 weeks. [Professional Grooming]

⛛ Physical Attributes

Coat Length
Medium

⛛ Additional Information

Was the Dog Found
No

Rescue Information

Organization name
Thomas J. O'Connor Animal Control and Adoption Center
Location
Springfield, Massachusetts, 01104
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Ad Statistics

Ad ID
ADN-1532761
Date Listed
08/06/2025
Date Expires
11/04/2025

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  1. Do your research - find out what types of dogs would be a good fit for your lifestyle and the activity level of your family. Also keep in mind the grooming needs of certain breeds that might require frequent maintenance.
  2. Decide what you can handle - before you get sucked in by all the adorable puppy eyes you're about to see, think long and hard about the appropriate age dog for your family or if you are capable of caring for a special needs dog. Puppies are a lot of work, if you don't have time for potty training and obedience classes you'll want to consider an older dog. There are plenty of middle aged, vibrant dogs up for adoption as well as many senior dogs that would be a great fit for a family looking for a more subdued dog with lots of love to give.
  3. Learn about the shelters and their adoption policies - It might be easier to start looking at shelters within a certain radius of home but don't be afraid to venture out to other states as well. Many states have larger populations of adoptable dogs and their shelters are willing to transport pets to suitable adopting families. Some shelters might have requirements for a home visit, a fenced yard or require you to visit the pet multiple times before you commit to adopting. Understand that the shelters are doing their best to place the pets in suitable homes and these requirements are in the best interest of both you and the pet
  4. Start looking… - Once you know what you're looking for and what to expect you can start your search through thousands of adoptable dogs. PuppyFinder allows you to search by age, breed, location and gender.
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