LUNA - Shih Tzu Dog for Adoption in Eden Prairie, Minnesota

In addition to the following profile for this dog, please first read the Adoption Information at http://www.shihtzurescuemn.org/adopt.html to understand the process, requirements and timeline for adoption. An adoption application can also be found in the Adoption Info section. If, after reading that information, you have any questions, please submit your question via e-mail and it will be answered. Please do not request a phone call. A per-sonal phone call will only be made when an adoption application has been submitted and the foster parent wishes to consider the application. Thank you!

Luna is a 5 year old, 14 pound, female Shih Tzu/Poodle mix. She came into rescue because her owners couldnt devote the necessary time that she needs.

Luna is an active dog who needs exercise every day. She walks over a mile a day, enjoying all the sniffs and smells, and greeting other dogs and people. She runs outside to chase the resident rabbits and squirrels around the yard. It would be ideal for Luna to have a fenced yard, but it is not absolutely required, as long as her new family will provide the daily activity she needs. When inside, she will play fetch with a ball and her other toys.

Luna is well behaved and enjoys being around her foster parents and other people and doesnt venture outside by herself unless one of her foster parents is with her. She is just a very sweet, affectionate dog who just loves to be with her people, especially sitting on their lap.

Luna needs to have someone at home the majority of the day. She is good around other dogs and would be a wonderful addition to a family with older, respectful children, where she would be the beloved family dog. She is very alert and will bark when someone is at the door or if she hears a noise outside, so it would be best if she lives in a single family home rather than a condo or townhouse with shared walls.

Luna is housetrained, and currently sleeps either in her own bed or under her foster parents bed. Her foster family is not sure why she does this but would love for her to sleep with them in their bed. Hopefully her new family will encourage her to sleep with them as well. She knows basic commands such as sit, down, stay, and come (especially for a treat).

As mentioned above, Luna must have a family in which someone is home most of the day. She does have some separation anxiety, which her foster parents are working with her to overcome. Her new family must understand this and continue to help Luna feel more secure and confident when she is left alone. In addition, she whines while riding in the back seat of the car, but probably just wants to ride in the front with her people.

Luna is a delightful, sweet, affectionate girl who will bring much joy to a family. These are the requirements for her new family:

1. Someone must be home most of the day. Luna has some separation anxiety and doesnt do well if left alone for extended periods. Integrating Luna into the familys daily activities would be ideal.

2. A family who will provide the daily physical activity and mental stimulation that Luna needs. This includes long daily walks and playing outdoors, weather permitting. A secure, fenced yard would be great but is not a deal breaker.

3. A family with children over the age of ten who have demonstrated an understanding of how to gently and respectfully interact with a small dog will be considered.

4. Live within 30 miles of Inver Grove Heights, MN.

5. Attend the annual Shih Tzu Rescue Reunion held each September.

Luna is spayed, current on vaccinations, microchipped, and on heartworm and flea/tick preventative. Her adoption fee is $370.00 plus $33.39 sales tax for a total fee of $403.39.

To meet Luna, please complete an adoption application at the website listed in the first paragraph. Or you can also see her and the other dogs available for adoption from Shih Tzu Rescue of Minnesota at their Meet and Greet from 10:00 AM to 12:00 noon the first Saturday of every month at Chuck & Dons, 8537 Lyndale Avenue S., in Bloomington, MN. But due to the 4th of July holiday, they will be at Chuck & Dons on July 11th instead, but the first Saturday each month thereafter.

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.