Hello. My name is Bean. I am a handsome, 8-year-old Shih Tzu/poodle mix, and I am looking for my forever home. I was surrendered by my owners last March. They did not treat my cataracts, so we will never know if any of my sight could have been saved. So now, I am blind. I am with a foster mom and have 3 other siblings (all small dogs) that I get along with just fine. At first, my siblings didn’t understand why I would accidentally bump into walls, couches, and even them. However, I’ve adjusted very quickly to my environment and get around with no problems. I can even do stairs, but I need to learn where they are and be protected from accidentally falling down them. I LOVE my walks around the neighborhood. I navigate the sidewalks and only need some guidance at the curbs! I wasn’t socialized, so I don’t like to meet dogs on walks. I need time to get to know them. My foster mom has been fostering several other dogs so far and I have adjusted to new dogs coming in and out of the home very well now. I even lay on the couch together, so I know I can get used to other dogs. I just need time. I also need time to get to know people with whom I haven’t met. PLEASE go slowly and be patient with me. Quick movements or picking me up before I know who you are can be very scary to me. Remember, I’m blind. I don’t know if you’re going to hug me or hurt me. Once I know I can trust you, I am a sweet and docile little guy. I want to be in your presence and tend to follow you around. I like to lay on your lap or next to you while you watch TV. I will sit at your feet while you work or check emails. If you allow it, I enjoy sleeping at the foot of the bed so I can get morning belly rubs. My ideal home would be one without young children. I get along with other dogs just fine, but I need time to get to know them. I am a senior dog who would love to have an active person/couple; that would be a wonderful fit for me. I need a family that understands I have special needs and is willing to work with me. I want a family who loves me, so I can return the love, tenfold. Regular exercise is essential. Bean is neutered and UTD on vaccines. If interested in adopting me, please go to https://www.sainrescue.org/contact-us/adoption-application/ and complete the adoption application. A private meet and greet will be set up for you to meet me. In the meantime, please follow me and other adoptable dogs at SAIN Rescue on Facebook and Instagram Love, Bean Applicants must live in the state of Illinois and within approximately 50 miles from Bartlett.