Donatello

Donatello is a Shih Tzu older puppy that is small in size but huge in personality. Bursting with energy and curiosity, this little one is always ready to play, explore, and charm everyone in sight. As a puppy, they’re still learning the ropes and will need consistent training, patience, and lots of positive reinforcement—but they’re smart, eager, and ready to grow into an amazing companion.<br/><br/>Donatello had a slow start on regular puppy upbringing. Rescued from a sewer, severely matted and malnourished.<br/><br/>He would do best in a home that understands puppy energy and is committed to training and daily playtime. When it comes to canine friends, they prefer dogs their own size, making him a great match for other similar size pups.<br/><br/>If you’re looking for a fun, lively puppy to raise, train, and love, this little Shih Tzu could be your perfect match<br/><br/>No young children. Familiar with shih Tzu breed. Needs regular grooming.<br/><br/>If you are interested, complete the Adoption Application on our website at www.NeedyPaws.org and we will contact you.<br/>Adopters must live within an hour’s drive of St. Louis, MO.<br/><br/>Donatello’s adoption fee is $295.00, which includes up-to-date vaccinations, heartworm testing and preventative, spay/neuter and microchip.<br/><br/>We are a 100% foster-based rescue and all of our dogs live in approved foster homes. We are dedicated to finding the best Forever Homes, and will perform home visits and conduct veterinarian and reference checks for each potential adopter.

Donatello is a Shih Tzu older puppy that is small in size but huge in personality. Bursting with energy and curiosity, this little one is always ready to play, explore, and charm everyone in sight. As a puppy, they’re still learning the ropes and will need consistent training, patience, and lots of positive reinforcement—but they’re smart, eager, and ready to grow into an amazing companion.

Donatello had a slow start on regular puppy upbringing. Rescued from a sewer, severely matted and malnourished.

He would do best in a home that understands puppy energy and is committed to training and daily playtime. When it comes to canine friends, they prefer dogs their own size, making him a great match for other similar size pups.

If you’re looking for a fun, lively puppy to raise, train, and love, this little Shih Tzu could be your perfect match

No young children. Familiar with shih Tzu breed. Needs regular grooming.

If you are interested, complete the Adoption Application on our web

Donatello is a Shih Tzu older puppy that is small in size but huge in personality. Bursting with energy and curiosity, this little one is always ready to play, explore, and charm everyone in sight. As a puppy, they’re still learning the ropes and will need consistent training, patience, and lots of positive reinforcement—but they’re smart, eager, and ready to grow into an amazing companion.

Donatello had a slow start on regular puppy upbringing. Rescued from a sewer, severely matted and malnourished.

He would do best in a home that understands puppy energy and is committed to training and daily playtime. When it comes to canine friends, they prefer dogs their own size, making him a great match for other similar size pups.

If you’re looking for a fun, lively puppy to raise, train, and love, this little Shih Tzu could be your perfect match

No young children. Familiar with shih Tzu breed. Needs regular grooming.

If you are interested, complete the Adoption Application on our website at www.NeedyPaws.org and we will contact you.
Adopters must live within an hour’s drive of St. Louis, MO.

Donatello’s adoption fee is $295.00, which includes up-to-date vaccinations, heartworm testing and preventative, spay/neuter and microchip.

We are a 100% foster-based rescue and all of our dogs live in approved foster homes. We are dedicated to finding the best F