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LESTER

  • Young
  • Male
  • Small

About LESTER

Santa Monica, CA

Physical Traits

Young
(1-3 years)
Male
Small
(0-25 lbs)

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

LESTER’s Compatibility

    This pet has bad compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

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LESTER's Story

MEET LESTER….aka as “Dexter the arrester” because he will grab your heart and not let go! Weighing in at 17 lbs, this 3 yr old, tri colored Shih Tzu has not had an easy start at life. Dad passed away and he was left with a family with medical issues and could not care for him. SO…. relatives in Dallas flew to SF, drove to him in Sacramento, then to L.A. to deliver him to us, then back to Dallas. THAT’S love!<br/><br/>Once here, we learned Lester had a double ear and eye infection, both treated and he’s doing great. Treating his eyes is a breeze — he does have slight dry eye and will need meds until it is resolved, maybe forever. Treating his ears can be a little challenging, but he gets used to it. He really is a wonderful pup who needs to feel safe. Loves to play, chase balls and fetch! Loves to be near you and get attention, sometimes demands it and will make little gremlin noises to get it (especially at dinner)! He will sit at your feet, sleep on your lap and be close to you in bed. He’s a big snuggler!<br/><br/>Lester will replace any alarm system and will bark to alert. He will stand between you and the noise to let you know he’s your protector. Does have some resource guarding tendencies with food/toys — who likes anyone’s hands in their food!? He needs savvy parents who have dealt with stubborn Shih Tzu and will give him the time, training and patience he deserves. Needs to be reminded who the boss is!<br/><br/>Ideal home will be with or without another dog, family (no kids) who work remote and can give him lots of attention. Told he was potty trained, but we never guarantee! Loves his walks and wants to please. As he gets more comfortable, he gets more protective of his food and toys…he needs a family who understand parameters and will work with him. If you’re looking for a best friend, look no farther!

MEET LESTER….aka as “Dexter the arrester” because he will grab your heart and not let go! Weighing in at 17 lbs, this 3 yr old, tri colored Shih Tzu has not had an easy start at life. Dad passed away and he was left with a family with medical issues and could not care for him. SO…. relatives in Dallas flew to SF, drove to him in Sacramento, then to L.A. to deliver him to us, then back to Dallas. THAT’S love!

Once here, we learned Lester had a double ear and eye infection, both treated and he’s doing great. Treating his eyes is a breeze — he does have slight dry eye and will need meds until it is resolved, maybe forever. Treating his ears can be a little challenging, but he gets used to it. He really is a wonderful pup who needs to feel safe. Loves to play, chase balls and fetch! Loves to be near you and get attention, sometimes demands it and will make little gremlin noises to get it (especially at dinner)! He will sit at your feet, sleep on your lap and be close to you in bed. He’s a big snuggler!

Lester w

MEET LESTER….aka as “Dexter the arrester” because he will grab your heart and not let go! Weighing in at 17 lbs, this 3 yr old, tri colored Shih Tzu has not had an easy start at life. Dad passed away and he was left with a family with medical issues and could not care for him. SO…. relatives in Dallas flew to SF, drove to him in Sacramento, then to L.A. to deliver him to us, then back to Dallas. THAT’S love!

Once here, we learned Lester had a double ear and eye infection, both treated and he’s doing great. Treating his eyes is a breeze — he does have slight dry eye and will need meds until it is resolved, maybe forever. Treating his ears can be a little challenging, but he gets used to it. He really is a wonderful pup who needs to feel safe. Loves to play, chase balls and fetch! Loves to be near you and get attention, sometimes demands it and will make little gremlin noises to get it (especially at dinner)! He will sit at your feet, sleep on your lap and be close to you in bed. He’s a big snuggler!

Lester will replace any alarm system and will bark to alert. He will stand between you and the noise to let you know he’s your protector. Does have some resource guarding tendencies with food/toys — who likes anyone’s hands in their food!? He needs savvy parents who have dealt with stubborn Shih Tzu and will give him the time, training and patience he deserves. Needs to be reminded who the boss is!

How To Adopt

LESTER was listed as Adoptable by Lhasa Happy Homes Rescue
How can I adopt LESTER?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Lhasa Happy Homes Rescue. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.
How can I find out if LESTER is a good fit for me?
Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to Lhasa Happy Homes Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet LESTER?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Lhasa Happy Homes Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for LESTER, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Lhasa Happy Homes Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!

LESTER is from Lhasa Happy Homes Rescue

[Santa Monica, CA]

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Location
2116 Main Street Santa Monica, CA, 90405

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