Harlan - Shih Tzu Dog for Adoption in Gradyville, Kentucky

**PLEASE NOTE: We do not respond to inquiries or applications submitted through Petfinder. To be considered for adoption, you must complete an application on our website using the link below.**



Meet Harlan: A Friendly Shih Tzu Ready for His Forever Home!

Harlan is a 5-year-old small dog currently being cared for in foster care through Da Vinci's Dream, a foster-based nonprofit dog rescue in Kentucky.

If you've been searching for a loyal companion with a heart full of love, we'd like you to meet Harlan! This handsome Shih Tzu was born around July 1, 2021, and he's ready to find the forever family he's been waiting for.
Harlan is a friendly, outgoing little guy who loves making new friends. Whether he's greeting visitors with a wagging tail or spending time with his favorite people, he's happiest when he's getting attention and affection. He also gets along well with other dogs, making him a wonderful addition to a home with canine companions or one looking to add another furry family member.
With his sweet personality and lovable nature, Harlan is sure to bring joy, laughter, and unconditional love to the lucky family who welcomes him home. All he needs is a chance to show you what a wonderful companion he can be.


Socialization Rating (1 - Extremely social, 10 - Extremely timid):

All dogs listed through Da Vinci's Dream are cared for in foster homes and adopted through our website application process.

FOSTERED IN ADAIR COUNTY, KY
READ ABOUT TRANSPORT: https://davincisdream.org/transport/
READ ABOUT OUR ADOPTION FEES: https://davincisdream.org/adoption-fees/
VIEW DOG'S PROFILE:https://davincisdream.org/dog/harlan/
APPLY HERE (DOG): https://davincisdream.org/dog-adoption/



PLEASE REVIEW ALL OF THE INFORMATION BELOW BEFORE CONTACTING US


HEALTH & VETERINARY CARE

All of our rescue dogs receive medical care before adoption and are placed only after they are ready for a home.

Each dog is:

Spayed or neutered (if age appropriate)
Fully vaccinated
Microchipped
Heartworm tested
Maintained on heartworm prevention
Treated for fleas and ticks
Dewormed as needed

Adopters can feel confident knowing their new companion has received essential care through our foster-based rescue program.

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HOW TO APPLY TO ADOPT

If you are interested in adopting, please understand that clicking Im Interested or submitting an inquiry through Petfinder is not an adoption application.

To be considered:

Submit an adoption application through our website
Our volunteer team reviews all applications carefully
Dogs are matched based on best fit, not first-come, first-served

Because we are a volunteer-run nonprofit rescue, application review can take up to 10 days, and sometimes longer depending on volume.

If you do not hear from us after that time, it means we have chosen not to move forward with your application.

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ABOUT OUR FOSTER-BASED RESCUE

We are a foster-based nonprofit dog rescue located in Kentucky. Our dogs live in foster homes rather than in a public shelter setting, which helps us better understand their personalities, routines, and needs before adoption.

This allows us to make thoughtful placement decisions that support long-term success for both the dog and adopter.

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TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Although our dogs are fostered in Kentucky, we also offer transport for approved adopters in select locations.

Current transport locations:

Greenwood, Indiana
Wilmington, Ohio
Washington, Pennsylvania
Mt. Joy, Pennsylvania

Transport is available only after:

Application approval
Deposit payment
Signed transport agreement

A transport label means the dog may travel through our scheduled transport program once these steps are completed.

More details: https://davincisdream.org/transport/

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is this dog still available?

If the dog is listed and does not show adoption pending on our website, we are still accepting applications.

Please note that many dogs receive multiple applications.

Is the dog potty trained?

Unless specifically stated in the dogs bio, assume potty training is still in progress.

Many rescue dogs come from difficult backgrounds and may need patience, consistency, and training in their new home.

Do you respond to every application?

We review every application carefully, but due to the volume we receive, we cannot respond individually to every applicant.

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THANK YOU

Thank you for considering adoption through Da Vincis Dream. Every adoption helps us continue rescuing dogs in need and placing them in loving homes.

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.

At Da Vinci's Dream, our mission is to save and improve the lives of cats and dogs in need. We...