Annie

Annie is a sweet, spunky Shih Tzu and Poodle mix who is about 3-4 months old and currently weighs 7 lbs. She's expected to reach around 20 lbs when fully grown. Annie is an affectionate and loving pup who adores doting humans. Her curious nature means she's always the first to investigate new things. She's a social butterfly who loves meeting new people and dog friends, making her a perfect companion for an active family. Annie has a laid-back demeanor that allows her to adapt easily to different environments and enjoy family adventures. She's happy as long as she's with her humans, whether playing with other dogs, cuddling, or chasing toys. Annie can be active and playful, but also mellow and enjoys lounging on the couch. She's also great at entertaining herself with her toys or napping. Her adaptable personality means she would fit beautifully into various homes, whether an active family that enjoys the outdoors or a family that prefers cozy evenings at home.

Ideal Home

Annie is medium energy with short bursts of puppy exuberance. Her favorite activities include treat-based mental stimulation games, exploring the backyard, and playing with her toys. She loves playing with other dogs and is equally content entertaining herself. Annie would love a home with a well-stocked toy box, and she's starting to teethe, so keeping her supplied with appropriate chew toys is recommended. As she masters leash skills, she'll be excited for neighborhood walks and longer nature trails. Annie is dog, cat, and kid-friendly. She enjoys playing with other dogs and would thrive in a home with another playful dog or as the center of attention. If she's the only dog, regular playdates or doggy daycare are recommended for continued positive social interactions. She has learned to respect boundaries with older dogs but might be too much for a senior dog unaccustomed to puppy energy. Annie would do well with kids of all ages, especially those experienced with smaller breeds who know how to handle her gently, as she can be wiggly when excited. Her humans will need to keep an eye out for her chewing during her teething phase. She is friendly towards cats and would do well in a home with a dog-friendly cat that has lived with dogs before. Annie does not do well with public dog parks due to the risk of illness or negative interactions.

Ongoing Health

There are no specific health conditions mentioned in the listing.

Training & Support

Annie is kennel trained and potty trained. She sleeps in her kennel at night and naps in it during the day with the door open. She alerts her foster family when she needs to go outside by circling at the back door, and it's recommended to use a doggy doorbell to help her learn this signal. She needs a consistent schedule and frequent potty breaks initially, but she adjusts quickly. She will need continued practice to perfect her leash walking skills. If her future family works outside the home, a dog walker or doggy daycare is recommended for midday breaks and playtime. Annie would love a family that is home more often than not, or has a hybrid or work-from-home schedule.

Application Details:

• Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
• You can find the adoption application at www.loveandpuppypawsdogrescue.com/adoption-application.
• Applications are reviewed in the order they are received.
• LAPP Dog Rescue is run by volunteers, so application review may take a few days.
• Submitting an application is not a confirmation of adoption approval.
• Read the full bio carefully before submitting an application.
• The adoption fee is $850, which includes a $400 adoption fee, a $250 transport fee, and a $200 refundable spay deposit.
• The adoption fee covers age-appropriate vaccinations, microchip, flea/tick/heartworm prevention, health certificate, and necessary vet care while in rescue.
• The refundable spay deposit is paid directly to the adopter's vet once the dog is old enough for the procedure.
• The transport fee covers transportation from Annie's foster home to her forever home.

Transporation

Annie is available for adoption and can be transported to specific cities and states listed at www.loveandpuppypawsdogrescue.com/transport-locations. Monthly transports are available, and adoptive families will need to meet the transport to pick up their new family member. Due to transport distances, meet and greets prior to transport are not possible.