Shih Tzu Dogs Available 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 personal phone call will only be made when an adoption application has been submitted and the foster parent wishes to consider the application. Thank you!


Obi is an eleven-year-old male Shih Tzu who weighs almost 18 pounds. He was very loved in his previous home by a couple who moved into assisted living and who unfortunately could not take him with them.


When Obi was a newborn puppy he had to be bottle fed, which caused some nerve damage in his tongue. Consequently, his tongue hangs out. It just makes him more adorable and isn't causing him any trouble. But it seems to be easier for him to eat and drink out of a flat bowl. He is a very hungry guy and will let you know when he needs more food! Obi has dry eye, which is common Shih Tzus, and he needs daily eye drops. He's very good while his foster mom is applying the drops to his eyes.


Obi is a low-keyed guy and enjoys cruising slowly around his foster mom's fenced backyard. He enjoys shorter walks and likes to turn around once he goes potty. He could probably lose a pound or two, but that can be achieved via diet, because he’s not into a lot of exercise. He prefers to sleep on rugs instead of in dog beds and is happy to just to hang around with his people.


Obi was a little shy at first of his foster mom of her and her two small dogs, preferring to hang out in another room. Each day he became more comfortable and has moved closer to them. He has been an only dog his entire life and prefers that. He does well on his own while his foster mom works from home, sleeping most of the day except when he gets really hungry or thirsty or when he's on a daily walk or two. He is house-trained but still enjoys marking and sniffing outside and on walks. He rides well in the car.


These are the ideal requirements for Obi’s new family:


1. A quiet household that is home most much of the day, and will spend time with Obi.

2. Be able to administer his daily eye drops.

3. Be the only dog in the household. While Obi tolerates other dogs, he is not really happy with other dogs living in the house.

4. Live about 75 miles from New Brighton, MN.

5. Willing to attend the annual Shih Tzu Rescue reunion held in September each year.


Obi is neutered, current on vaccinations, microchipped, and on heartworm and flea/tick preventative. His adoption fee is $220.00 plus $19.86 for a total fee of $$239.86.


To meet Obi, please complete an adoption application at the website listed in the first paragraph. Or you can also see him and the other dogs available for adoption from Shih Tzu Rescue of Minnesota by visiting with us from 10:00 AM to 12:00 noon the first Saturday of every month at Chuck & Don’s, 8537 Lyndale Avenue S., in Bloomington.

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.