#14199 Minnie
Energy Level 2 - Likes to go for short walks but mostly is a lounger. Does not require much interactive play.
**$100 off of adoption fee in December!
Meet Miss Minnie – A Cheerful, Lively Shih Tzu Mix Ready for Her Forever Home!
Name: Miss Minnie
Breed: Shih Tzu Mix
Age: Approximately 10 years
Weight: 14 lbs
Current Location: Doswell, VA
About Miss Minnie
Miss Minnie is a delightful 14-pound Shih Tzu mix, who is around 10 years old. With the advent of cold weather, Minnie has been moving more slowly and her foster mom often carries her down into the fenced yard or outside to start the morning walk. After she gets going, she does just fine! Recently groomed, Minnie’s natural coat is longer and silky. She came into rescue with her friend Daisy, who has been adopted.
Personality & Behavior
Miss Minnie is a sweet and affectionate "velcro" dog who loves to stay close to her people. She’s cheerful, friendly, and absolutely adores snuggle time. While she’s happy to be by your side, Minnie also has a bit of an adventurous streak and enjoys exploring her surroundings. She’ll even hop up on chairs or sofas to get a better view of things!
- Playful and Independent: Minnie likes to make her own fun, although she’s not particularly interested in toys.
Walk Enthusiast: Minnie enjoys a daily walk or two although she moves a little more slowly in the cold and when she is walking solo, without Daisy.
- Gets Along with Smaller Dogs: She’s great with dogs her own size, like Daisy. However, Minnie will bark at the larger German Shepherd in her foster home to let her feelings be known.
- Energized Yet Calm: Minnie is lively before walks and mealtimes, but she settles down nicely afterward, enjoying her evenings in a cozy bed.
Training & Socialization
Minnie is a well-behaved girl with excellent manners. She has polite leash skills and is respectful in the home, even when left loose in one room during the day.
- Housetraining: Minnie is doing well with her housetraining as long as she gets outside in time.
- Crate Friendly: She’s comfortable in a crate, whether for meals or car rides.
- Quiet Nighttime Companion: After a fun-filled day, Minnie sleeps soundly through the night in her little round bed, dreaming of her forever family.
Love and Affection
Miss Minnie is a perfect mix of affectionate and independent. She’s the ideal companion for someone looking for a loving friend who’s up for some adventure but equally happy to snuggle. Her gentle, cheerful nature makes her an irresistible addition to any home.
Included Veterinary Care
Veterinary Visit: Health certificate included
Vaccinations: Up to date for her age
Spay/Neuter: Completed
Microchipped
Heartworm Preventative
Flea and Tick Preventative
Worm/Parasite Treatments
Ready to Meet Miss Minnie?
Apply today to bring home this joyful, snuggly girl and make her part of your family!
All adult dogs, cats, and kittens are altered prior to adoption. Puppies too young to be altered at the time of adoption must be brought to our partner vet in Ashland, VA for spay or neuter paid for by Operation Paws for Homes by 6 months of age. Adopters may choose to have the procedure done at their own vet before 6 months of age and be reimbursed the amount that the rescue would pay our partner vet in Ashland.
This dog's bio is based off the experiences of the foster and/or volunteers of OPH as well as any information that we received from the shelter or previous owner. This is very important because it means that while they may act one way in the foster’s home, you may experience something different in your home.