Ewa Needs A Forever

Available

2 years old|Shih Tzu|Female|Small|Birmingham, MI

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🎾 Playful🚽 House Trained🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Good with Children

Ewa Needs A Forever

Available

2 years old|Shih Tzu|Female|Small|Birmingham, MI

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🎾 Playful🚽 House Trained🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Good with Children

Ewa Needs A Forever is a small, black Shih Tzu with a long coat, living in Birmingham, MI. She’s a 2-year, 8-month-old spayed female, fully house trained and up to date on vaccinations. Ewa is happiest in a routine environment where crating is never used, and she’s now healthy and strong after overcoming some early health challenges.

About Ewa Needs A Forever

Ewa Needs A Forever is a small, black Shih Tzu with a long coat, born on September 17, 2023—making her a detail-oriented Virgo! When Ewa arrived, she was in rough shape: severely matted, underweight, and healing from a raw neck caused by a collar, plus other health issues. After receiving careful grooming and medical care (including successful hernia repair and spay surgery), Ewa has been thriving in her foster home, putting on weight and gaining confidence. She absolutely cannot tolerate being crated, a result of being left in one too often before rescue. Ewa must go to a home where crating is never used. She requires a fully enclosed fenced yard and needs a steady routine and patient humans, ideally those who understand how to help an anxious dog settle in. She’s playful, loves to run, and is happiest cuddling with people—just don’t expect her to enjoy car rides. Ewa gets along nicely with other dogs and would do best with children at least 7 years old. She is spayed, up to date on vaccinations, on monthly heartworm preventative, and house trained. The rescue requires adopters to live within an hour of Birmingham, MI and complete a home visit (no same-day adoptions). For dogs older than one year, adopters must attend one obedience class. Click apply to start the adoption process.

Questions about Ewa Needs A Forever

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Shih Tzus like Ewa Needs A Forever adapt well to apartment living or homes with small yards, provided they are not left alone for long stretches. A calm and attentive household suits them best.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Ewa Needs A Forever, being a Shih Tzu, needs only a modest amount of outdoor space for play and bathroom breaks. A securely fenced yard is ideal for her safety and happiness.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Shih Tzus are generally friendly and gentle with respectful children. Ewa Needs A Forever is approved for families with children older than seven, making her great for households with school-age kids.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Shih Tzus like Ewa Needs A Forever can be a good fit for first-time owners who are committed to grooming and gentle training, though some experience with dogs who need structure is a plus.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
Ewa Needs A Forever enjoys the company of other dogs and the Shih Tzu breed is typically dog-friendly when socialized properly.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
While it is not confirmed if Ewa Needs A Forever gets along with cats, Shih Tzus often coexist peacefully with cats when introduced thoughtfully and supervised at first.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
Shih Tzus are generally mellow and may tolerate small pets, but careful introductions and supervision are necessary, just as with Ewa Needs A Forever.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Shih Tzus—like Ewa Needs A Forever—are usually friendly with strangers but may be a little reserved at first. Positive experiences help them warm up quickly.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Ewa Needs A Forever, as a Shih Tzu, prefers not to be left alone for long periods. A few hours is usually fine, as long as she has comfort and security at home.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Shih Tzus like Ewa Needs A Forever respond well to basic obedience and benefit from patience and positive reinforcement. Ongoing training to boost confidence is helpful.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Ewa Needs A Forever is a small Shih Tzu, and the breed typically weighs between 9 and 16 pounds.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
Shih Tzus often live 10 to 16 years, so Ewa Needs A Forever could be a delightful companion for many years with good care.
How much does this breed typically shed?
Shih Tzus like Ewa Needs A Forever have long hair that sheds lightly. Regular grooming helps keep loose hair under control.