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Shih Tzu-Unknown Mix Dogs For Adoption in Whitestone, NY, USA
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Mireille - Shih Tzu / Mixed Dog For Adoption

Shih Tzu-Unknown Mix Dogs For Adoption in Whitestone, NY, USA

For Adoption

Nickname
Mireille
Breed
Shih Tzu-Unknown Mix
Gender
Female
Age
Location
Whitestone, NY, 03864, USA

Description

Shih Tzu-Unknown Mix Dogs For Adoption in Whitestone, NY, USA

Posted Breed: Shih Tzu / Mixed. 20 March 2018: Mireille is a seven year old Scottish Terrier mix who has endured years of abuse and neglect. When she first came into rescue, she was too weak to stand

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and could only move by dragging her back legs. She was severely malnourished, to the point that her ribs and hip bones jutted out. Because of the cruelty she lived through, she was very distrustful of people and didn't know how to accept love and human touch. Her fear of people would easily take over, causing her to react negatively. Mireille has been in foster now for 6 months, and she has finally learned to accept love and human touch. She follows her foster mom from room to room, snuggles in her lap, licks her nose and face, and lets her pick her up. She has gained eight pounds and is happy and healthy. She runs to greet her foster mom when she gets home. When her foster mom prepares her food, Mireille jumps into the air, unable to contain her excitement. This has earned her the nickname, "little jumping bean." It will be important for any prospective adopter to understand that Mireille will require punitive-free training and lots of patience. She will probably need time to decompress and have a safe space to which she can retreat. Her foster family leaves her play yard door open and she goes inside to her bed when she needs time alone. Mireille would do best with an experienced dog owner, who has time to take her for long walks or runs since she is much more relaxed and receptive to new experiences (such as haircuts and baths) after fresh air and exercise. She is still learning to love and to trust but with patience and time she will blossom. As her foster mom tells us, Mireille is a love. Mireile presently lives with 3 other dogs and 3 humans. Please apply to adopt.

⛛ Physical Attributes

Shedding Amount
Yes

⛛ Behavioral Characteristics

OK with Kids
Yes
OK with Dogs
Yes
Other
Housetrained

⛛ Additional Information

Was the Dog Found
No

Rescue Information

Location

Ad Statistics

Ad ID
ADN-660223
Date Listed
03/23/2018
Date Expires
Expired

Shih Tzu-Unknown Mix.

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Shih Tzu
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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.
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