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Sam came to us from Chicago Anti Cruelty Shelter and will be truning a year old in January. We're not sure what happened to him in his previous home but Sam does have some trust issues with new people. Sam recently completed a 6 week Basic Training course with me and did great. He is very smart and a quick learner but is cautious meeting new people. Sam can only be adopted to an experienced dog owner that will implement the Nothing In Life is Free Program and give him lots of praise for positive behavior. We will consider Adult only home for Sam. He would love to have another doggie buddy to play with. Sam is a real lap cuddler and loves to go for walks. He is potty trained and scratches/whines at the door when he needs to go out. He rides great in the car. Once Sam gets to know you, he will be a very loyal companion. Email me with any questions at ss629ms@frontier.com

In October of 2010, Tucker was slated to be euthanized in a high kill Arkansas shelter. Tucker was out of time and he was only a year old. He was brought in as a stray. I got the Urgent message about him and i said i would foster him to save his life. We adopted him out twice only to be returned to us. I couldn't understand why as he is such incredible dog. I told my husband that i think this was a clear sign that we were suppose to have Tucker in our lives so on Mother's Day 2011, Tucker officially became part of our family. He will probably greet you at the door when you drop off your dog at the Paw Patch. He is in the exact right place.

I am a volunteer for New Beginnings Shih Tzu Rescue. I am a foster home for these little ones until they can find their forever homes. Please check out our rescue site at www.nbstr.org The rescue is always looking for volunteers. If you can't foster, there are many other ways you can donate your time. We need people to sew, to make phone calls, check references, do home vists, transport dogs from one location to another and the list goes on and on. Please consider helping this great organization and help make a difference in dogs lives.

ADOPTED(below) Gizmo is an adorable one year old neutered male who is being turned into rescue due to divorce/lack of time. He is utd on shots and microchipped. His owner states that he is good with kids and other dogs. He is also potty trained. Watch for more details.

Gizmo

Willow and Wyatt

ADOPTED!Willow and Wyatt are a bonded pair of 7 yr old Shih tzus. They have come so far since first arriving in our home. They are still shy but so much better. They will come fully vetted. These two are so sweet and love to follow me around everywhere. They would be and ideal addition to a retired couple or a low keyed environment with no small children as they are eas. They are great for grooming and enjoy going for walks. Willow has learned to play to and has even taking up the art of playing tug of war. These two are very special and will need a loving home where they can go together. They are very healthy. Don't let their age scare you as this breed life expectancy can be 16 or 17 years old.

HAPPY ENDINGS

Oreo

Oreo adopted by the Schaetzel Family of Germantown

Adopted!Oreo is a sweet, quiet little boy who has had a rough few months. He was adopted from a shelter three months ago and then turned into our rescue due to allergies. Poor boy. He is about 4 years old. Oreo has the most beautiful silver coloring and soft fur. He cleans up pretty good. He weighs about 20lbs and seems to be potty trained. Oreo is neutered, fully vaccinated and microchipped. His adoption price is $270.

Henry(l) and Chewie(r) are buddies in foster care.

Adopted!Henry is an 18 month old Shih tzu/poodle mix and is a very smart boy who learns quickly.He needs to have a patient owner that can use positive reinforcement for good behavior. Henry spent the last 4 months in the medical unit of Chicago Animal Control. He was brought in as a stray with a broken leg. Henry's leg was casted but didn't heal properly. The orthopedic specialist put a pin in his leg and is doing great since his surgery.This little guy will have a beautiful coat when it grows back. Henry is a cautious of strangers but once he gets to know you, he is a little love bug. Henry loves to curl up in your lap and just hang out. We would like to place Henry in a home with no small children due to of his leg surgery. He is good with other dogs. Adoption fee for Henry is $300 plus the $20 microchip transfer fee. He will come fully vetted/neutered. If you are interested in adopting Henry, please email me.

Chewie

Adopted Chewie was adopted Dec 26, 2010 by the Neu family of Pleasant Prairie. Chewie was a breeder dog surrendered to an Arkansas shelter. Because his previous owners did not keep up with his care, Chewie developed Heartworm. After medical treatment and 6 weeks of cage rest, Chewie was ready to be adopted. He is such a sweet boy at only 2 years old and loves everyone he meets. CONGRATULATIONS!!!

Tux

Tux with his new family the Ehresbergers

Adopted. Tux was only with us a week before he was adopted by the Ehresberger family of Hartford. Tux came from Arkansas and was surrendered by his owners due to allergies. Tux is a sweet boy with lots of love to give.

Brewster with his new mom

Brewster

Adopted ! Brewster is a 1 1/5 yr old neutered male shih tzu/pom mix. SWEET AND CUDDLY! He was an owner turn it due to divorce and lack of time for him. He is the perfect lap dog. I am happy to say that only a week at our house, Brewster was adopted by Mrs. Webster of McHenry, IL. He now has all the attention he wants. CONGRATULATIONS!

Joey

Joey with his new family

Adopted. Joey was turned in by his family to a Chicago Animal Shelter. They were finacially unable to care for a dog. Joey was so sad when i picked him up but after a week of love, he found his happiness again. After only being with us for 12 days, Joey was adopted by the Hanson family from Neenah. Thank you for opening your heart and home to Joey. Congratulations!