Adopt Ernest a Black - with Gray or Silver Shih Tzu / Lhasa Apso / Mixed dog in | Black, Grey Male Lhasa Apso, Shih-Tzu Adoption in Poughkeepsie, NY NY | 7245720090 | 7245720090

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Adopt Ernest a Black - with Gray or Silver Shih Tzu / Lhasa Apso / Mixed dog in

Location:

Town of Highlands

Description:

Ernest’s Backstory: Ernest was a stray at animal control. We found him completely covered in mats, dirty, and emaciated. We knew he needed our help as it was clear no one was going to step forward. He was rushed to one of our experienced fosters who became an ICU with one of our partnering veterinarians, helping to help him stable. He made it through some dark and long days, and we are starting to see brighter days for dear Ernest! Breed and Hair Notes: Ernest has hair that grows and not fur. He is an incredible miniature Shih Tzu who weighs about 7-8 pounds. His grey and black mix of hair is distinguished and endearing. He is agreeable to hair trims and is patient with grooming. PLEASE NOTE: his hair will grow indefinitely, and he will need professional grooming every 4-6 weeks. Only apply if you understand the additional maintenance and cost that these dear hair-not-fur souls need and are willing to commit to life for such care. Get to Know Ernest:Ernest is a gem in the truest sense of the word. He’s in his golden years at 10+. His former people never gave him a dental, and they let his teeth rot. So, he only has three remaining. Some doctors place him at 10 while others say he could be even 15. We do not know. What we do know is that has a heart murmur and is currently on Lasix and VetMedin. He will be on this for the rest of his life. He is also mostly blind, but he gets along without any issue, and he does not let this stop him from moving about from dog bed to dog bed! What we do know is that Ernest is a gentle and loving soul. He is so deserving of an ideal home where he can be doted on for his remaining months, and hopefully years, of his life. He is currently in one of our foster homes with other dogs and cats, and he gets along with everyone. He loves hanging out in dog beds with the other gem dogs in their home. He is ready to be loved and to relax! Ideal Home: If you expect to put Ernest in a crate at all during the day or night, please do not apply. Ernest will flourish in a home where he can hang out with his people during the day and sleep near them at night. He is a gem with special needs, and he should not be left at home for long periods of time. People who work from home most of the time or retired people who know how to take care of gems like Ernest is what he needs. Ernest can successfully be in a home where he is the only dog. He currently lives in a foster home with multiple dogs and cats, so he can also be in a home with other gentle animals. He should NOT be in a home with young children. Only respectful teenagers and adults should be in his family. A quiet and low-key household is what Ernest needs. Are you ready to be utterly blown away by the love gem Ernest will give you? If so, we look forward to receiving your adoption application!

Breed:

Lhasa Apso

Category:

Dogs

Color:

Black

Sex:

Male

Posted:

April 21 on Adopt-a-Pet.com