Petunia - Shih Tzu Dog for Adoption in Cincinnati, Ohio

Meet Petunia

Petunia is a sweet 6-year-old, 14 pound, Shih Tzu who is discovering what it means to feel safe and loved after life in a puppy mill. She is still learning to trust people and explore her new surroundings, so she needs a patient, gentle family willing to give her the time and space she needs to blossom.

One of Petunia's favorite things is being outside. She loves lying in the grass, soaking up the sunshine, and walking around the yard with her doggie pack. She enjoys being near the other dogs in her foster home, although she is still learning how to simply be a dog. Toys are new to her, and she hasn't quite figured out what all the excitement is about *yet*, but she's learning! Cats? She pretty much ignores them.

Petunia isn't looking for someone to rush her. She's looking for someone who will celebrate the little victories-the first time she approaches for affection, the first time she realizes a toy can be fun, and the moment she finally understands that she is safe and her puppy mill days are behind her forever.

With patience, kindness, and lots of sunny afternoons in the grass, Petunia is ready to discover the life she has always deserved-a life filled with safety, companionship, and love.

Petunia is being fostered in Northern Kentucky. Her adoption fee is $450.00.

To adopt this animal, please visit https://www.louieslegacy.org/adopt

All of our animals come spayed or neutered, up to date on age appropriate vaccinations, are microchipped, heartworm negative, current on flea/tick and heartworm prevention, dewormed, and treated for any ailments found upon veterinary examination. The adoption fee covers a portion of these services, and makes it possible for us to continue rescuing animals.

For more information on the adoption fees and the adoption process, please complete our adoption application here: https://www.louieslegacy.org/adopt - an application allows us to get to know your family better so we can assess whether the animal you are interested in is a good match for your home. An application does not obligate you to adopt. Please understand that due to the volume of applications some animals receive, we are unable to contact all applicants. If your application is considered a good fit for the animal you are interested in, or even a different pet, a volunteer will give you a call as soon as possible.

We are a foster based rescue and do not have a shelter location where animals can be seen during the week. Please see our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LouiesLegacy for our weekly adoption album if you are interested in meeting an animal in person. Not all animals attend every adoption event, please check our Facebook page for animal event times and locations before you make a trip to meet a specific animal.

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.

VISION To help rescue more animals, more quickly, by working in a positive, professional and collaborative way with our community....