Poodle and Shih Tzu Dogs Available for Adoption in Ladson, South Carolina

Charlie was rescued from the home of a "recluse", with years of matted fur acting like casts all over his little 9 lb. body. He was a trooper through the sometimes painful, hours-long shave that revealed some horrific conditions.

Because of his condition, we are unsure of his breeds and colors. Poodle? Maltese? Shih Tzu? White? White and tan? Medium hair? Long hair? Curly hair? His family wasn't even sure of his age, but guessed maybe 7-8 yrs old. He is missing part of his right front leg, but hops around fairly well.

What we are sure of, is that Charlie is a grab bag of sweetness, resilience and forgiveness, even after being neglected for years.

He does okay in a crate, but insisted on sleeping with his foster mom his first night in rescue. He is a little timid with new people, but loves to be held and will settle in a warm lap and give kisses within minutes. He is good with dogs, cats and people. He would be okay with older children.

Details on his condition (some may be disturbing):
*10% of his body weight was matted fur
*Head was so full of flea dirt (feces) that the grooming clippers could not get through it.
*His 2-inch tail had 7+ inches of matted fur hanging from it.
*Rear leg has deep laceration due to mats cutting into it. It is being treated.
*Right front paw necrotized (died) and fell off into the matted fur encasing his leg. (xrays of the mat confirmed it).
*Last photo is how he arrived to rescue.

Check back here and on our FB page for updates as we find out more about Charlie.




WE ONLY ADOPT WITHIN A 2 HOUR RADIUS OF THE TRICOUNTY AREA. ***Exceptions may be made for seniors or hard to place dogs.

If the animal is under the age of 3 years old or has health issues, a vet reference is required, which means you must own a pet or have owned a pet in your name.

ADOPTION FEE of $410 covers all vetting including spay/neuter surgery, vaccines, microchip, heartworm test and treatment if needed, and any other medical that may be required while in rescue. Please do not ask us to reduce adoption fees since all fees help us cover medical expenses for all of our animals, some of which can be very expensive. Saving lives is not cheap, so thank you for understanding and helping us save as many as possible.

We only do adoptions on Saturday, and not all animals are able to attend. If you would like to see a specific animal, please let us know via email and we will try to accommodate. However, we cannot guarantee the animal will be at the event without an approved application. Event locations do vary so please check the homepage or our
FB site to find out where we will be this week.

Please email lowcountryanimalrescue@ymail.com for an application.

The Poodle is a highly intelligent and elegant dog breed known for its distinctive curly coat and graceful appearance. Originally bred as water retrievers, Poodles come in three size varieties Standard, Miniature, and Toy each with their unique characteristics but sharing the breed's alert and friendly nature. Renowned for their hypoallergenic qualities and keen sense of humor, Poodles excel in various dog sports and activities, making them versatile companions suitable for different lifestyles and living situations.

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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