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his person — he would absolutely love to sleep in the bed with you!
Quick Facts:
Name: Benji Bee
Breed: Shih Tzu/Maltese Mix
Age: 4 years old
Weight: 16 lbs.
House-Trained: Yes
Crate-Trained: Yes
Good with Dogs: Yes, he can be a little timid at first
Good with Cats: Not tested, but open to a meet and greet
Good with Kids: Yes – he does well with the 8 year old in his foster home!
Energy Level: Low-medium
Fence Required: No
Dog’s Location: Clayton, NC
About Benji Bee’s Breed:
Our best guess is that Benji Bee is a Shih-Tzu/Maltese mixed breed. A Shih Tzu/Maltese mix — often called a “Malshi” — is typically a sweet natured, affectionate, and people oriented companion with a soft coat, gentle temperament, and an easygoing charm. They tend to be friendly, adaptable, and deeply bonded to their humans, often happiest when they can curl up nearby and be part of the daily rhythm of the home. Many Malshi type mixes carry the Shih Tzu’s calm loyalty and the Maltese’s cuddly, expressive personality, making them wonderful little companions.
Their ideal home is one that offers steady companionship, gentle structure, and a calm environment, since these mixes thrive when they feel secure and close to their people. They do beautifully with families who appreciate a loving lap dog, can maintain consistent routines, and enjoy light daily walks paired with plenty of indoor relaxation. With affection, patience, and predictable care, a Shih Tzu/Maltese mix becomes a devoted, joyful, and deeply comforting member of the family.
What to Love about Benji Bee:
He’s affectionate, playful, and gentle, and he’s been wonderful with everyone he’s met, including the 8 year old boy in his foster home! Benji is also great with other dogs and enjoys playful interactions, though he can be a little timid at first before warming up. He hasn’t met cats yet but would be open to a meet and greet to see how things go. His energy level is moderate: mostly low key throughout the day, but he becomes adorably active and bouncy when playing with dogs or kids, or when greeting his person after work. He’s working on not jumping or pawing during those excited moments, and he responds well to calm redirection.
Benji is potty trained, crate trained, and can also be left loose in the home without issue. At night, he has had some barking episodes, but covering his kennel and adding white noise has helped him settle more easily (unless he gets to sleep in bed with his foster mommy!). He’s a champ on the leash and enjoys daily walks, and he has excellent potty habits. Benji would thrive as either a solo dog or with playful canine siblings who match his energy. With his sweet nature, adaptability, and desire to be close to his people, Benji Bee is ready to become a cherished member of a loving family!
Benji Bee’s Bountiful Highlights:
• Loving little snuggler — would be thrilled to sleep in bed with his person
• Easygoing companion — gentle, affectionate, and adaptable in the home
• Nighttime progress — settling better in his covered kennel with white noise
• Great potty habits — reliably potty trained and can hold his bladder for long stretches
• Playful with dogs — loves playing with other pups and warms up well with proper introductions
• Kid friendly sweetheart — wonderful with the 8 year old in his foster home
• Cat curious candidate — hasn’t met cats yet but open to a meet and greet
• Moderate energy — mostly low key but playful and bouncy during greetings or playtime
• Great on leash — enjoys daily walks and exploring with his person
• Crate trained and trustworthy — comfortable in his crate but also does well when left loose
Comprehensive details are provided in the dog's description. to ensure a smooth process, please submit a completed application through our website at: crisisdogsnc/dog-adoption/. Please note that questions via email or social media channels may not receive a response without a completed application. As part of our commitment to responsible adoption practices, we require excellent veterinarian references and conduct virtual home visits. Additionally, your prior or current dog must be on year-round heartworm prevention. We assist with coordinating transportation by both land and air whenever feasible. All assessments regarding breed and age are conducted by licensed veterinarians. We look forward to assisting you in finding your perfect canine companion!