Kalamazoo, MI - Shih Tzu. Meet Porkchop a Pet for Adoption

My basic info

Breed

Shih Tzu

Color

Tan/Yellow/Fawn

Age

Adult

Size

Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)

Weight

–

Sex

Male

Pet ID

–

My details

Good with kids

Good with cats

Spayed / Neutered

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Name: Porkchop
Breed Guess: Shih Tzu
Age: 8 years old
Gender: Neutered Male
Weight: 10 pounds
Shelter Temperament: Sweet and Cuddly
Energy Level: Low
Children: Yes
Cats: Yes
Dogs: Meet and Greet Required
Adoption fee: $295

Hello! I came to Kalamazoo all the way from Mississippi to find my forever home. I'm a gentle old man who loves to be held and cuddled. Due to my age, I have issues with my eyes but I get eyedrops everyday that seem to help. I have an old man smile as well and it would be best if my forever family can keep an eye on my teeth.

The Animal Rescue Project (www.animalrescueproject.org) is committed to the best possible veterinary care for the pets it rescues and it is looking for adopters who will be similarly committed.

Adoptions are NOT first come, first served! We seek to choose the best fit for the approved adopter and pet.

Please understand that these animals are still new to us and their needs and requirements can change at any time as we learn more about them. We will try our best to get them updated online as soon as possible.

All dogs and puppies are given a general check-up when they enter our program. They receive medication to remove any intestinal parasites (worms), fleas, and ticks they may have. Dogs greater than six months of age are checked for heartworm. If heartworm positive, the Animal Rescue Project treats the disease. Dogs and pups receive all age-appropriate vaccinations for distemper, and dogs greater than four months of age are also vaccinated for rabies, in compliance with State of Michigan laws. All dogs are also microchipped.

Most dogs and older puppies are spayed or neutered before adoption. In the case of puppies not old enough to be safely sterilized, a $50 deposit is required at the time of adoption and is refunded to the adopter with proof of sterilization.

The Animal Rescue Project requires every adopter to establish an active relationship with a veterinarian no later than 10 days after adoption. Adopters will receive a plan for routine veterinary care at the time of adoption and are expected to work with their vet to complete the plan.