Teddy B

Meet Teddy B. Frederick <br/><br/>Teddy is a handsome 9-year-old, 20-pound Shih Tzu who is hoping someone will see the sweet senior underneath it all and give him a chance.<br/><br/>Teddy's previous owner reported some incidents of biting and aggression, especially with people he knows and strangers. He also isn't comfortable around children, so Teddy will need an adult-only home.<br/><br/>But there's another side to Teddy that we want you to know about.<br/><br/>His foster has not seen any aggression from Teddy. <br/><br/>Like many older dogs, Teddy may need someone who understands that trust doesn't happen overnight. He needs a calm home, patience, structure and someone who will listen to his body language and respect his boundaries.<br/><br/>Teddy is:<br/> 9 years old<br/> 20 pounds<br/> Neutered<br/> Current on vaccinations<br/> On flea, tick & heartworm prevention<br/> Eating Purina Pro Plan Senior<br/><br/>He does have some itchy skin and ears and cataracts, so his new family will need to continue his veterinary care.<br/><br/>We're looking for an experienced adult home, preferably someone familiar with Shih Tzus, who is willing to let Teddy settle in at his own pace.<br/><br/>Maybe Teddy isn't the dog who runs up and immediately asks everyone to love him.<br/><br/>Maybe he's the dog who needs someone to quietly earn his trust.<br/><br/>And maybe, once he does, you'll discover just how special this little senior boy can be. <br/><br/>Experienced pet owner required. Adult-only home.<br/><br/>If you think you might be Teddy's person, please complete an adoption application with Tired Dog Rescue.<br/><br/>Sometimes a second chance starts with simply being willing to look a little deeper.

Meet Teddy B. Frederick

Teddy is a handsome 9-year-old, 20-pound Shih Tzu who is hoping someone will see the sweet senior underneath it all and give him a chance.

Teddy's previous owner reported some incidents of biting and aggression, especially with people he knows and strangers. He also isn't comfortable around children, so Teddy will need an adult-only home.

But there's another side to Teddy that we want you to know about.

His foster has not seen any aggression from Teddy.

Like many older dogs, Teddy may need someone who understands that trust doesn't happen overnight. He needs a calm home, patience, structure and someone who will listen to his body language and respect his boundaries.

Teddy is:
9 years old
20 pounds
Neutered
Current on vaccinations
On flea, tick & heartworm prevention
Eating Purina Pro Plan Senior

He does have some itchy skin and ears and cataracts, so his new family will need to continue his veterinary care.<

Meet Teddy B. Frederick

Teddy is a handsome 9-year-old, 20-pound Shih Tzu who is hoping someone will see the sweet senior underneath it all and give him a chance.

Teddy's previous owner reported some incidents of biting and aggression, especially with people he knows and strangers. He also isn't comfortable around children, so Teddy will need an adult-only home.

But there's another side to Teddy that we want you to know about.

His foster has not seen any aggression from Teddy.

Like many older dogs, Teddy may need someone who understands that trust doesn't happen overnight. He needs a calm home, patience, structure and someone who will listen to his body language and respect his boundaries.

Teddy is:
9 years old
20 pounds
Neutered
Current on vaccinations
On flea, tick & heartworm prevention
Eating Purina Pro Plan Senior

He does have some itchy skin and ears and cataracts, so his new family will need to continue his veterinary care.

We're looking for an experienced adult home, preferably someone familiar with Shih Tzus, who is willing to let Teddy settle in at his own pace.

Maybe Teddy isn't the dog who runs up and immediately asks everyone to love him.

Maybe he's the dog who needs someone to quietly earn his trust.

And maybe, once he does, you'll discover just how special this little senio