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Ozzie

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Small

About Ozzie

Chicago, IL

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Male
Small
(0-25 lbs)
Coat: Medium

Behavior

Personality
Affectionate, Couch Potato, Curious, Friendly, Protective
House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes
Special Needs:
No

Ozzie’s Compatibility

    This pet has good 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.

Adoption Fee

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Ozzie's Story

My name is Ozzie and I’m looking for my forever home. I’m 3 y.o. and weigh 25 lbs. I came to my foster home here in the Chicago area with my sister Roxie after our human died. Yeah, my whole world turned upside down and I’ve been nervous and sad. But my foster family has helped reassure me that things will be okay. I’m a really good boy! I’m very friendly with people and great with kids. Sometimes I get so excited to meet someone new that I jump up to say hi, so I may not be the best match for really little kids or someone I might knock over. But if you’re looking for a sweet, snuggly, affectionate boy who will be your shadow always, then I’m your man! I do well with a predictable routine that I can get used to. It helps me feel secure. I’m pretty laid-back. In my foster home I go right into my kennel at dinner time and at bedtime without any complaining. I’m potty trained and crate trained and am a good boy when my foster family has to leave the house. Get very vocal when I hear voices or see people walking past the house or when the doorbell rings, so I’m probably not a good match for a condo or apartment. It takes time for me to get to know and trust another dog, so you’ll need to keep this in mind if you have other dogs at home. When I see other dogs when I’m out for a leash walk, I am reactive. I bark and sometimes lunge at them. But with proper gradual introductions, I have learned to get along with the other dogs here in my foster home. I would be fine as an only dog, as long as my humans have time to spend with me. I’d also do well with a friendly, easy-going dog, after some time to get to know each other. I don’t know how I’d do with cats or small pets, since there aren’t any here in my foster home. I’m neutered, vaccinated and healthy. If you live in the Midwest and looking for a handsome boy like me, visit www.savingshibas.com/adopt for more information and to apply to become an approved SIRA adopter. The application process helps SIRA learn about you so we can be sure we’ll be a good match. Once approved, SIRA will introduce you to my foster mom so we can meet.

My name is Ozzie and I’m looking for my forever home. I’m 3 y.o. and weigh 25 lbs. I came to my foster home here in the Chicago area with my sister Roxie after our human died. Yeah, my whole world turned upside down and I’ve been nervous and sad. But my foster family has helped reassure me that things will be okay. I’m a really good boy! I’m very friendly with people and great with kids. Sometimes I get so excited to meet someone new that I jump up to say hi, so I may not be the best match for really little kids or someone I might knock over. But if you’re looking for a sweet, snuggly, affectionate boy who will be your shadow always, then I’m your man! I do well with a predictable routine that I can get used to. It helps me feel secure. I’m pretty laid-back. In my foster home I go right into my kennel at dinner time and at bedtime without any complaining. I’m potty trained and crate trained and am a good boy when my foster family has to leave the house. Get very vocal when I hear voices or see people walking past the house

My name is Ozzie and I’m looking for my forever home. I’m 3 y.o. and weigh 25 lbs. I came to my foster home here in the Chicago area with my sister Roxie after our human died. Yeah, my whole world turned upside down and I’ve been nervous and sad. But my foster family has helped reassure me that things will be okay. I’m a really good boy! I’m very friendly with people and great with kids. Sometimes I get so excited to meet someone new that I jump up to say hi, so I may not be the best match for really little kids or someone I might knock over. But if you’re looking for a sweet, snuggly, affectionate boy who will be your shadow always, then I’m your man! I do well with a predictable routine that I can get used to. It helps me feel secure. I’m pretty laid-back. In my foster home I go right into my kennel at dinner time and at bedtime without any complaining. I’m potty trained and crate trained and am a good boy when my foster family has to leave the house. Get very vocal when I hear voices or see people walking past the house or when the doorbell rings, so I’m probably not a good match for a condo or apartment. It takes time for me to get to know and trust another dog, so you’ll need to keep this in mind if you have other dogs at home. When I see other dogs when I’m out for a leash walk, I am reactive. I bark and sometimes lunge at them. But with proper gradual introductions, I have learned to get along with the other

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How To Adopt

Ozzie was listed as ADOPTABLE by Shiba Inu Rescue Association
How can I adopt Ozzie?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Shiba Inu Rescue Association. 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 Ozzie 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 Shiba Inu Rescue Association for details on the pet.
When can I meet Ozzie?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Shiba Inu Rescue Association will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Ozzie, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Shiba Inu Rescue Association, and they'll be happy to help!
Shiba Inu Rescue Association's Adoption Policy
So you've seen the beautiful, headstrong breed known as the Shiba Inu. You've researched the breed's characteristics and examined your living situation and decided you are ready to open your home to a Shiba Inu. Here is a brief summary of SIRA's adoption process. For more detailed information please visit our website: www.savingshibas.com/adopt. The best first step if you live in the midwest and are considering adopting from SIRA is to visit our webiste and read through the adoption policies and procedures. Then you can complete our online application to become approved as an adopter. Once you have completed your application, you will receive a confirmation receipt from Google Form. Depending on how many applications we're processing, it may take several days before you hear back. If you have questions about the status of your application, please email adoptsirashibas@gmail.com. The application forms help us learn more about you and your home environment so we can identify any potential challenges and match you with available dogs who will thrive in your home. Once your application is reviewed, our Applicant Approval Coordinator will get in touch with you about scheduling a home visit with a SIRA volunteer in your area. After your home visit is completed and approved you will be able to meet available foster dogs! For questions about the adoption process please send an email adoptsirashibas@gmail.com. SIRA depends on foster families as a critical part of our operation. Foster homes help a newly rescued dog adjust to living in a home environment. They work with SIRA to address any medical needs that the dog may have (including spay/neuter) and nurture and socialize the dog to prepare him/her for adoption. Foster families have the right to adopt their foster dog and participate in the process of approving adoption matches. If you're interested in learning more about becoming a foster home, visit www.savingshibas.com/foster or email fostersirashibas@gmail.com.

Ozzie is from Shiba Inu Rescue Association

[Chicago, IL]

Our Mission
Shiba Inu Rescue Association (SIRA) is a dog rescue group that serves the Midwest U.S. states. (We are based near Chicago, but our dogs are cared for by foster families in private homes across the Midwest). We are dedicated to saving abandoned, neglected and abused Shiba Inu, Shiba mixes and other primitive breeds from comm...
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