Location: Calgary, AB //
Age: Approx 3 years //
Sex: Female //
Energy Level: Medium //
Dogs: Yes, calm friendly dogs //
Cats: Not tested //
Kids: Older, respectful kids //
Meet Holly! The tiniest girl with the biggest personality!
Holly is a tiny Bichon Frisé girl, around 3 years old, who is ready to find her forever people! She may be little, but don't let her size fool you — this girl has opinions, personality, and plenty of adorable quirks to keep you smiling.
A professional cuddle bug in the making!
Holly is a little shy when meeting new people and needs some time to feel comfortable. But once she warms up to you and learns she can trust you, her affectionate side really shines! She's a devoted little shadow who loves following her person from room to room, snuggling on the couch, and being included in absolutely everything. She's happiest when she's close to her favourite humans.
She's also got a silly side! Holly loves bum scratches, has been caught playing with herself in the mirror, and will sometimes get up on her hind legs to dance along when her foster mom sings or dances in the kitchen. And apparently, laundry makes excellent interior design material — she's been known to drag clothes into her bed to create an extra cozy nest!
Looking for a little friend? Holly might love that!
Holly has been doing great with other dogs and enjoys having a playmate. A friendly canine companion could be a wonderful addition to her new home, provided they're a good match for her personality.
A little patience goes a long way.
Holly takes time to warm up to new people, so her future family will need to be patient when they first meet her and allow her to build trust at her own pace. She may not be an instant best friend, but give her time to feel safe, and you'll discover the sweet, cuddly girl waiting underneath that shy exterior.
Holly also has some resource guarding around her people. Her foster family is actively working with her on this, helping her feel secure and learn that she doesn't need to worry about sharing her favourite humans. Her adopter will need to be committed to continuing consistent, positive, force-free training, respecting her boundaries, and helping her feel safe. With patience and consistency, we want to set Holly up for success!
Holly's dream home:
Holly would love a calm, loving home where her people are around often, she can enjoy plenty of companionship, and she has time to settle in at her own pace. She doesn't need a marathon runner — just someone who appreciates the little things, from short walks and playtime to cozy naps and kitchen dance parties.
Holly is still learning about life as a companion dog, and she's making wonderful progress. She's looking for someone who will see her potential, celebrate her quirks, and give her the patience and guidance she needs to blossom.
In return, you might just get a tiny shadow, a professional lap warmer, a laundry thief, a mirror entertainer, and your very own little dance partner.
Think Holly could be your girl? She's ready to find her people and start the next chapter of her life!
If you're interested in meeting Holly, please complete an application https://www.ruffstartanimalrescue.com/dog-application-form
CLEO
Shih Tzu
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Didsbury, Alberta
female, small, adult
Shih Tzu
Didsbury, Alberta
