Spirit

  • Adult
  • Female
  • Small
  • Shih Tzu

Spirit

Current Location

Buffalo, NY

Breed

Shih Tzu

Physical Traits

Age: Adult, (3-8 years)
Gender: Female
Size: Small, (0-25 lbs)

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Spirit's Compatibility

  • This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.

  • This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

  • This pet has good compatibility with cats.

  • This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

Adoption Fee

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Spirit's Story

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.<br/>Spirit is one of the best little ladies you’ll ever meet. She truly lives up to her name, carrying a gentle spark and a sweet spirit that makes her impossible not to love. At about eight years old, Spirit came to us after being found as a stray and taken to the Clarence shelter. When no one came to claim her, we stepped in, just like we always do for the dogs who need us most. She arrived in rough condition — her fur was missing in places and what remained was tightly matted to her skin, leaving her inflamed and yeasty. Her eyes were goopy, she had a hernia involving her bladder, and her teeth were in terrible shape. Her breath alone told us some of those teeth were rotted. Even with all of that discomfort, Spirit was nothing but love. She was simply happy to be safe, in a home, and part of a family again.<br/><br/>Now Spirit is all fixed up and feeling so much better. She is a true Velcro dog who wants to be close to her people at all times. She sticks right by her foster mom’s side, usually within inches, and her favorite place to be is either in your lap or curled up on the pillow next to you like a tiny queen on her throne. She appears to be housebroken, though accidents may happen at first as she learns your routine. She gets along with other dogs but prefers to be the center of your world. Spirit walks beautifully on a leash, enjoys car rides, and is happiest simply being with her person. She is also a big licker — gentle kisses are her way of soothing herself and settling down before bedtime.<br/><br/>Spirit can be a bit of a barker when she is first left alone, so an apartment may not be the best fit for her. Even if you step out just to take the trash out, she wants you to know she’s still there waiting for you. She is not crate trained, but she doesn’t need to be; she is perfectly content to nap the day away in a cozy bed with a blanket to snuggle into. She does have a sensitive stomach, so any food changes should be done slowly, and she will need regular grooming to keep her comfortable.<br/><br/>It’s clear Spirit was someone’s beloved companion at some point in her life, and why that changed we will never know. What we do know is that she is ready to be cherished again. If you can give Spirit the love, closeness, and gentle care she deserves, she will return it tenfold. She will give you more love than you ever imagined a dog could.<br/><br/>Spirit is now spayed, up to date with vaccines, microchipped, tested neg. for heartworm &flea treated and dewormed. She had bloodwork done and an inguinal hernia repair at the time of her spay. She had a mini dental too with some extractions and tartar removed. She has also been professionally groomed. Her adoption fee is $475 to help with her medical bills.<br/><br/>To keep the dogs safe, we require a<br/>martingale collar at the time of adoption<br/>. If you don’t already have one, Pixie†̄Mamas has them available for<br/>$10<br/>.

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.
Spirit is one of the best little ladies you’ll ever meet. She truly lives up to her name, carrying a gentle spark and a sweet spirit that makes her impossible not to love. At about eight years old, Spirit came to us after being found as a stray and taken to the Clarence shelter. When no one came to claim her, we stepped in, just like we always do for the dogs who need us most. She arrived in rough condition — her fur was missing in places and what remained was tightly matted to her skin, leaving her inflamed and yeasty. Her eyes were goopy, she had a hernia involving her bladder, and her teeth were in terrible shape. Her breath alone told us some of those teeth were rotted. Even with all of that discomfort, Spirit was nothing but love. She was simply happy to be safe, in a home, and part of a family again.

Now Spirit is all fixed up and feeling so much better. She is a true Velcro dog who wants to be close to her people at all times. She st

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.
Spirit is one of the best little ladies you’ll ever meet. She truly lives up to her name, carrying a gentle spark and a sweet spirit that makes her impossible not to love. At about eight years old, Spirit came to us after being found as a stray and taken to the Clarence shelter. When no one came to claim her, we stepped in, just like we always do for the dogs who need us most. She arrived in rough condition — her fur was missing in places and what remained was tightly matted to her skin, leaving her inflamed and yeasty. Her eyes were goopy, she had a hernia involving her bladder, and her teeth were in terrible shape. Her breath alone told us some of those teeth were rotted. Even with all of that discomfort, Spirit was nothing but love. She was simply happy to be safe, in a home, and part of a family again.

Now Spirit is all fixed up and feeling so much better. She is a true Velcro dog who wants to be close to her people at all times. She sticks right by her foster mom’s side, usually within inches, and her favorite place to be is either in your lap or curled up on the pillow next to you like a tiny queen on her throne. She appears to be housebroken, though accidents may happen at first as she learns your routine. She gets along with other dogs but prefers to be the center of your world. Spirit walks beautifully on a leash, enjoys ca

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How To Adopt

Spirit was listed as Adoptable by Pixie Mamas Rescue
How can I adopt Spirit?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Pixie Mamas 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 Spirit 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 Pixie Mamas Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet Spirit?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Pixie Mamas Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Spirit, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Pixie Mamas Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!
Pixie Mamas Rescue's Adoption Policy
Pixie Mamas Rescue does not have a shelter or kennel facility. All dogs live in foster homes - they are part of our families! We have no time limit on how long the dogs stay in foster care - as long as it takes to find a home that suits them. Our foster homes work with the animal on basic manners, crate- and house-training, and correcting any behavioral issues that an animal may have. We require an adoption application, a veterinary reference (if applicable), and a home visit. Unfortunately, we are unable to adopt out of state (including Canada) or over 1.5 hours away from Buffalo, NY. Any travel IN our adoption area is at the discretion of the foster home. We do not ship dogs. You must be willing to come to the Buffalo NY area to complete the adoption after the home visit. The decision to place a dog in a home rests with the Foster home and Pixie Mamas Board. We only have the best interests of the animal at heart and we know best that animal's needs and temperament. Pixie Mamas Rescue reserves the right to approve or deny your application without explanation. Applications are kept on file for 1 year. You do not need to reapply within that year unless your information has changed. Please read the list below of general requirements and information for all adopting families. If you do not meet one of the requirements, please do not submit an Adoption Application. Applicants must be 25 or older Applications must be filled out completely. References are a must! Animals will not be adopted to any college students. Animals may not be adopted as a "gift" for someone unless all family members are aware of the adoption and meet the animal before the adoption takes place Dogs must not be left crated for more than 8 hours If you have a current pet, they must be up to date on vaccinations and spayed/neutered. This includes cats. Dogs must have annual vet exams.. If renting, verbal approval from the landlord is required to keep the dog on the premises All applicants must be willing to receive a home inspection and meet and greet prior to adoption (all family members and their pets must be present) If you have a current pet, your pet must meet the new pet before the adoption is finalized to make sure they will be compatible to live together We do not adopt small dogs to homes with an electric fence. In addition, an electric fence is not acceptable for dogs that require a fenced in yard. Adoption Fees are Non Negotiable and Non Refundable If you adopt from Pixie Mamas Rescue and you cannot keep the pet for any reason, you must return the animal to Pixie Mamas Rescue. There is no guarantee that because you apply for the dog that you are going to adopt the dog. We seriously consider all applications but if we should suggest another dog for your home, it is because we truly know these dogs and possibly there is another dog that is a better fit. We strive for as best of a match as possible. Proper placement takes into consideration many things, including size, male/female, activity level, children and ages of the children, fencing or lack of, amount of time dog will spend home alone, and many other considerations. We cannot respond to everyone personally. Please follow us on Facebook for updates. We cannot "hold" a dog for you. If you are considering adopting a dog but are going on vacation in the near future, please WAIT until you return to adopt. We do not Foster to Adopt or have trial adoptions We require a non-refundable adoption donation. Our fees start at $350 for adult dogs. "Highly Adoptables" (puppies/purebreds ,etc.) may be more. We sometimes reduce the fee for senior and special-needs dogs for the right adopters and some of our dogs receive sponsorships to help them get adopted. All the animals are spayed/neutered, up-to-date on vaccinations, heartworm tested, wormed, flea-treated, and microchipped.

Spirit is from Pixie Mamas Rescue

[Buffalo, NY]

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