Mops

At an estimated 5 year old and weighing in at 16 pounds, Mops is the oldest and the biggest girl of the 15 Shih Tzu mixes, Mattie's Place welcomed in June.<br/><br/>Found dumped in various rural fields in Ontario, this good dog was part of the rescue efforts by many to bring them all to safety into their local shelters and then they were transferred to rescue.<br/><br/>Mattie's Place welcomed 15 of the 25 rescued June 21<br/><br/>I have completed Embark DNA test on Mops, hoping to be able to connect to buyers of other puppies from the breeder, and ultimately be able to connect authorities to the dumper.<br/><br/>Her DNA test came back as 85.8% Shih Tzu and 14.2% Pekinese<br/><br/>These dogs were dumped with a horrific case of sarcoptic mange, that they have been inflicted with for a long time, since their skin was inflamed, raw, infected and many are mostly hairless from the mite trauma.<br/><br/>They have all been treated and are no longer contagious. Their foster homes are heroes for seeing these dogs through this very difficult time and giving them a safe place to land.<br/><br/>They have now all been spayed and neutered and are up to date medically and beginning to even grow their fur back!! Though some many never grow a full coat back due to the damage to the hair follicle, but we'll have to see.<br/><br/>They are all eating Carna 4 dog nuggets, which is an exceptional food for healthy skin and coats, so we're giving them the very best chance possible to recover hair growth from the inside out.<br/><br/>None of these dogs have aggression and have very darling personalities, but they are flight risks and have a very nervous energy as they learn to be companions vs. breeding stock for profit. They will flight long before they ever fight.<br/><br/>They all seem very good natured with children and other pets. If they still have love to give after the horrendous horrors they've faced in life, imagine how sweet they could have been, if only they had been treated kindly from the start.<br/><br/>Please stop buying puppies from backyard breeders. Only you can stop the horrific lives these adults and puppies live to line the pockets of breeders.<br/><br/>An adopter willing to work with a professional trainer to help them become more trusting and confident is a preference, unless you bring years of dog experience to the table. An adopter, home most often, so the work can be put in now, to expedite their human/animal bonding experiences and fast track them to be amazing companions. Preference will be given to those with a secured backyard, as the big world outside is a super scary place for them and walks are not yet something that would bring them joy as they still navigate day to day living in a home. All their foster homes have yards and the dogs love spending their time outside, in the calmness that brings them, without the stress of bikes, cars, busses, people, dogs and more on the sidewalks.<br/><br/>All the dogs are now housetrained, but an occasional pee pad use may be required. And for sure, the 1st week post adoption, there will be potty accidents until your new dog can figure out where "outside" is in your home and you both can read one another's signals to potty. Expect accidents. They will happen.<br/><br/><br/><br/>FROM HER FOSTER:<br/><br/>Mops is a shy and quiet girl, who will open up to the right person once she is comfortable with you, but she will gently say hello to strangers and offer a tail wag.<br/><br/>She can be quite curious and wants to be with her person wherever they are in the house. You could state she is a bit like your shadow or velcro, and can become upset if they leave the house, but will be ecstatic when they return.<br/><br/>She has spent hours lying beside me while I work at my desk.<br/><br/>She isn’t happy in her crate, and would prefer to cuddle on a bed or sofa, near you or alone.<br/><br/>She will play with her toys. She does sleep with her stuffed toy as a pillow.<br/><br/>Mops enjoys finding a sunbeam to relax in during the day and she enjoys exploring her backyard and will sometimes get the zoomies when you least expect it.<br/><br/>She has so far ignored the neighbour’s dog when they bark, and when another neighbour’s cat came into our yard she barely gave it a glance.<br/><br/>She does enjoy watching squirrels, chipmunks, butterflies and birds.<br/><br/>She is getting better at going outside, but sometimes seems to forget and may have the odd accident, especially if she wakes up from a nap and no one reminds her to go outside. Puppy-pads setup near the backdoor of the house seems to work.<br/><br/>She enjoys her kibble and will gobble it up, sometimes causing her to get the hiccups. Some days she is indifferent to eating it all at once, and will come back to graze on it throughout the next few hours.<br/><br/>She loves the salmon treats that came with her, but is not interested in the bully sticks that also came.<br/><br/>She came to foster with very little hair and now is growing back soft fuzz.<br/><br/>She has an underbite and a cute little fang when she smiles.<br/><br/>---------------------------------------<br/><br/>$875 ADOPTION FEE INCLUDES: spay/neuter, deworming, flea/tick prevention, vaccinations, dentals if needed or any added surgical needed surgical care, food, nose to tail health exam, toys, leashcollar, winter coat (seasonal), poop bags, dishes and 30 days of Trupanion pet insurance with immediate coverage on adoption day for any illness or injury not pre-existing.<br/><br/>----------------------------------------<br/><br/>To note: the above description is relevant to this dog in it's current & previous setting. Home changes & adopter personalities can bring out different behaviours not previously seen.<br/><br/>----------------------------------------<br/><br/>Mattie's Place does not deem any dog in our care hypoallergenic, allergy-free or non-allergenic. Unless you are willing to take daily medication to manage dog allergies, please do not apply to adopt because I can't risk a dog being returned due to allergic reactions.

At an estimated 5 year old and weighing in at 16 pounds, Mops is the oldest and the biggest girl of the 15 Shih Tzu mixes, Mattie's Place welcomed in June.

Found dumped in various rural fields in Ontario, this good dog was part of the rescue efforts by many to bring them all to safety into their local shelters and then they were transferred to rescue.

Mattie's Place welcomed 15 of the 25 rescued June 21

I have completed Embark DNA test on Mops, hoping to be able to connect to buyers of other puppies from the breeder, and ultimately be able to connect authorities to the dumper.

Her DNA test came back as 85.8% Shih Tzu and 14.2% Pekinese

These dogs were dumped with a horrific case of sarcoptic mange, that they have been inflicted with for a long time, since their skin was inflamed, raw, infected and many are mostly hairless from the mite trauma.

They have all been treated and are no longer contagious. Their foster homes are heroes for seeing these dogs through this very dif

At an estimated 5 year old and weighing in at 16 pounds, Mops is the oldest and the biggest girl of the 15 Shih Tzu mixes, Mattie's Place welcomed in June.

Found dumped in various rural fields in Ontario, this good dog was part of the rescue efforts by many to bring them all to safety into their local shelters and then they were transferred to rescue.

Mattie's Place welcomed 15 of the 25 rescued June 21

I have completed Embark DNA test on Mops, hoping to be able to connect to buyers of other puppies from the breeder, and ultimately be able to connect authorities to the dumper.

Her DNA test came back as 85.8% Shih Tzu and 14.2% Pekinese

These dogs were dumped with a horrific case of sarcoptic mange, that they have been inflicted with for a long time, since their skin was inflamed, raw, infected and many are mostly hairless from the mite trauma.

They have all been treated and are no longer contagious. Their foster homes are heroes for seeing these dogs through this very difficult time and giving them a safe place to land.

They have now all been spayed and neutered and are up to date medically and beginning to even grow their fur back!! Though some many never grow a full coat back due to the damage to the hair follicle, but we'll have to see.

They are all eating Carna 4 dog nuggets, which is an exceptional food for healthy skin and coats, so we're g