Vera - Maltese and Shih Tzu Dog for Adoption in Lewis Center, Ohio

Vera (and her sister Kate) is the perfect combination of cuddly, spunky, playful, and ridiculously cute!

She loves to play, wrestle, explore, and then curl up for some serious cuddle time.

This sweet girl is:

Super cuddly

Playful & full of personality

Spunky and curious

Very well socialized with dogs

Comfortable around cats (maybe a little TOO comfortable because she likes to chase the kitties in her foster home )

Great with people

Used to lots of love, handling, noise, and activity

She has been getting tons of socialization in her foster home and is ready to find her forever family.

This sweet girl is going to bring so much fun, laughter, snuggles, and puppy mischief wherever she goes.

Vera and Kate are believed to be Maltese/Shitzu mix. Their estimated date of birth is June 9, 2026. At her vet appointment for her vaccines, Vera weighed 7.7 lbs.

Vera is a puppy and is working on potty training. She is using puppy pads and doing well. She is starting to go potty outside and is catching on quickly. Vera is crate trained and sleeps in her crate all night. She has just started walking on leash.

Who needs a sweet, spunky little best friend?

Apply to meet Vera at ricopetrecovery.org. The adoption fee for Vera is $350. The fee includes the first two sets of puppy shots, the spay surgery and a microchip at our partner veterinarian when she's old enough to be spayed. The adopter is responsible for all additional vaccines and veterinary care.

The Maltese is a small toy breed known for its glamorous white coat, which is long, silky, and virtually hypoallergenic. They are gentle, affectionate companion dogs that thrive on human companionship and make wonderful family pets. Maltese dogs are playful, intelligent, and alert, with a confident demeanor despite their small size. They require regular grooming to maintain their luxurious coat and are suitable for apartment living due to their size and adaptability.

The Shih Tzu is a small, affectionate dog breed known for its distinctive appearance, with a luxurious double coat, a short muzzle, and large round eyes. Originally bred as companion dogs for Chinese royalty, Shih Tzus are friendly, outgoing, and loving pets. They are known for their playful and charming personality, making them great family pets and suitable for apartment living. With their low shedding coat and adorable face, Shih Tzus are popular among dog lovers worldwide.

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