(DOB 02/20/2022) Gizmo is a 4-year-old, Shih Tzu with a curious, happy spirit. He's looking for a home with adults or older children (10 & older), and a fenced yard would be ideal—he loves being outside exploring alongside his people. He rides well in the car, happily alternating between relaxing and sitting up watching the world go by. Gizmo is a sweet, social little guy who enjoys meeting new people and soaking up attention. He loves lap time, belly rubs, and being close to his humans—he'll happily follow you from room to room and shower you with kisses. He has shown some playful nipping when excited and may need gentle guidance, so only homes with no children or older children will be considered. He gets along well with other dogs and enjoys greeting them, though he does guard his backyard if he sees people or dogs walking by. If the dogs come near, he just sniffs them from the fence and wags his tail. His behavior with cats is unknown. Gizmo is mostly house-trained and will use a doggy door or go out regularly, though he may have accidents if left alone too long. He'll benefit from continued consistency with training. He enjoys walks but may pull a bit at first, and his curiosity means he should be watched around open doors. This little guy loves his meals (a puzzle bowl helps slow him down!), enjoys treats, and has fun with squeaky toys without destroying them. He'll play fetch—on his terms—and at night, he's happiest curled up in bed with his people. As part of Gizmo's $300 adoption fee, he will be neutered, microchipped, up to date on age-appropriate vaccines, and current on his monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventatives. If you have questions about this sweet pup, you can email: Dogteam@pawsforlifenc.org. If you wish to adopt Gizmo, you can complete an application online for him under the Adopt a Pet Tab on our website: www.pawsforlifenc.org.