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Murphy

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Small
  • Shih Tzu

About Murphy

Jamestown, ND

Breed

Shih TzuMix

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Male
Small
(0-25 lbs)
Coat: Medium
Apricot / Beige, Brown / Chocolate

Behavior

Personality
Brave, Athletic, Curious, Friendly, Independent, Smart
House-trained: No

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Murphy’s Compatibility

    This pet has unknown 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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Murphy's Story

Murphy is a male Shih-tzu estimated age about 6 years old<br/>Murphy and 4 other Shih-tzu's were surrendered to Prairie Paws. <br/>They were living in an unheated barn and eating feed corn.<br/>Murphy and the others were severely matted and the personalities who had them was trying to groom them. In the process of cutting out matted hair they cut too close to the skin. This caused sores and infections. Murphy has been to the vet and on antibiotics for infection and will be professionally groomed once sores heal<br/>Murphy is in a foster home with a family with other small dogs.<br/>He has some separation anxiety. The foster family is working with the vet to get himnin medicine for anxiety. Murphy doesn't like to be in a kennel and will bark non stop. Therefore an apartment would not be a good fit for him <br/>Murphy would do well with a family who has time to work with her on potty training, socializing etc.<br/>All medical work is completed prior to adoption including neuter shots worming flea treatment rabies shot micro-chip and vet examination. <br/>Adoption fee is $200 + tax with an approved application. The pre adoption application is available on the website www.prairiepawsrescue.com. <br/>Prairie Paws Rescue does not adopt on a first come basis but who will provide the best home suited to the pets needs

Murphy is a male Shih-tzu estimated age about 6 years old
Murphy and 4 other Shih-tzu's were surrendered to Prairie Paws.
They were living in an unheated barn and eating feed corn.
Murphy and the others were severely matted and the personalities who had them was trying to groom them. In the process of cutting out matted hair they cut too close to the skin. This caused sores and infections. Murphy has been to the vet and on antibiotics for infection and will be professionally groomed once sores heal
Murphy is in a foster home with a family with other small dogs.
He has some separation anxiety. The foster family is working with the vet to get himnin medicine for anxiety. Murphy doesn't like to be in a kennel and will bark non stop. Therefore an apartment would not be a good fit for him
Murphy would do well with a family who has time to work with her on potty training, socializing etc.
All medical work is completed prior to adoption including neuter shots worming flea treatment rabies shot micro-c

Murphy is a male Shih-tzu estimated age about 6 years old
Murphy and 4 other Shih-tzu's were surrendered to Prairie Paws.
They were living in an unheated barn and eating feed corn.
Murphy and the others were severely matted and the personalities who had them was trying to groom them. In the process of cutting out matted hair they cut too close to the skin. This caused sores and infections. Murphy has been to the vet and on antibiotics for infection and will be professionally groomed once sores heal
Murphy is in a foster home with a family with other small dogs.
He has some separation anxiety. The foster family is working with the vet to get himnin medicine for anxiety. Murphy doesn't like to be in a kennel and will bark non stop. Therefore an apartment would not be a good fit for him
Murphy would do well with a family who has time to work with her on potty training, socializing etc.
All medical work is completed prior to adoption including neuter shots worming flea treatment rabies shot micro-chip and vet examination.
Adoption fee is $200 + tax with an approved application. The pre adoption application is available on the website www.prairiepawsrescue.com.
Prairie Paws Rescue does not adopt on a first come basis but who will provide the best home suited to the pets needs

How To Adopt

Murphy was listed as ADOPTABLE by Prairie Paws Rescue
How can I adopt Murphy?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Prairie Paws 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 Murphy 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 Prairie Paws Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet Murphy?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Prairie Paws Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Murphy, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Prairie Paws Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!

Murphy is from Prairie Paws Rescue

[Jamestown, ND]

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