Meet Sophia!
Sophia is a beautiful 6-year-old, 11lb purebred AKC Shih Tzu looking for the patient and loving family she has always deserved. Coming from a breeder who was finally shut down after years of irresponsible breeding practices, Sophia spent her life in a home with 29 dogs and had very little exposure to the outside world or life as a cherished companion animal.
Because of her past, Sophia can initially be shy and reserved when adjusting to new people and environments. However, her social skills have come a long way in foster care, and once she feels comfortable, her sweet and happy personality truly begins to shine. She has a quiet, gentle demeanor and enjoys being near her people in a calm and peaceful environment.
Sophia is seeking a quieter home with adults only or older, dog-savvy children who can respect her sensitive nature and allow her the time she needs to settle in and build trust. She has blossomed tremendously with patience, routine, and consistency, and her foster family has loved watching her confidence continue to grow.
Having never really learned leash skills prior to rescue, Sophia will REQUIRE a secure physical fenced yard for her safety. She is not a good fit for tethering or invisible fencing, and extra care should always be taken while she continues learning that the world can be a safe place.
Sophia does well with other dogs and seems to enjoy the comfort of canine companionship. She also does not mind cats. She has demonstrated a good understanding of house manners and is learning more every day about what it means to simply be loved and spoiled as part of a family.
As a Shih Tzu, Sophia will require regular grooming to keep her coat healthy and comfortable.
Most of all, Sophia is looking for a family willing to give her the love, patience, and kindness she missed out on for so many years. In return, she will reward you with quiet companionship, loyalty, and a heart full of gratitude.
Sophia is:
Current on Bordetella, Distemper, and Rabies
Dewormed
Heartworm Tested: Negative
Receiving Heartworm and Flea Prevention
Microchipped
Spayed
ADOPTION FEE: $375
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN THIS PET, PLEASE COMPLETE THE APPROPRIATE APPLICATION FOUND ON OUR WEBSITE HTTP://FUREVERTAILS.COM. Unfortunately, at this time we are not currently adopting outside of the state of MI. We process applications ONLY - there is no guarantee that you will get a response to an inquiry.
Many of the animals in our foster program come to us with limited or unknown histories. We make every effort to evaluate each animal's temperament and behavior, including testing their interactions with other dogs, cats, and children (defined as individuals under the age of 18, when available). However, every animal is unique—just as every child and household environment is different.
While we strive to set both our foster animals and adoptive families up for success through thorough assessments and transparent communication, **we cannot guarantee any specific behavioral outcome**. Animals can be unpredictable by nature, and behavior may change in new environments or over time. By proceeding with adoption or foster placement, applicants acknowledge and accept this inherent risk and agree that no guarantees, either expressed or implied, are made regarding the temperament or behavior of any animal placed through our program.
FUREVER TAILS IS A NON-PROFIT, NO-KILL, FOSTER HOME BASED ANIMAL RESCUE BASED OUT OF OAKLAND TOWNSHIP, MI. OUR FOSTER ANIMALS ARE LIVING IN FOSTER HOMES AND TREATED LIKE FAMILY UNTIL THEY FIND THEIR OWN FUREVER FAMILIES. OUR ADOPTION PROECESS REQUIRES AN APPLICATION TO BE COMPLETED AND APPROVED BEFORE A MEET-N-GREET WITH THE ANIMAL CAN TAKE PLACE. ADOPTION FEES ARE NECESSARY TO HELP US COVER VETTING COSTS FOR OUR RESCUED ANIMALS.
HAZY
Shih Tzu
female, small, adult
Shih Tzu
