georgie

🐾 Georgie 🐾
Shih Tzu | Neutered Male | Adult (Approx. 2–3 Years Old)
Georgie is a sweet Shih Tzu who came to us from the same backyard breeding situation as Lester and Big Red. Because of his past, Georgie is more on the nervous side and takes a little longer to warm up—but once he does, his loving personality truly shines.
Since coming into our care, Georgie has made great progress. While he may be shy at first, he has really come out of his shell and now enjoys affection and happily gives kisses right on your face once he feels comfortable and safe.
🩺 Medical & Vetting:
• Neutered
• Microchipped
• Heartworm tested negative
• Rabies vaccinated
• Distemper (DHPP) vaccinated
• Leptospirosis vaccinated
• Bordetella vaccinated
✂️ Grooming Notes:
Georgie showed some sensitivity around having his face groomed. With time, patience, and positive experiences, this is something he can continue to improve on. Any potential adopter should ensure their groomer is aware that Georgie may be uncomfortable with face handling and could react defensively.
A big thank you to Jessica at Hair of the Dog Grooming (Louisa County, VA), who groomed Georgie and is generously offering one free groom after adoption.
🐶 Dog-to-Dog Notes:
We were told by the breeder that Georgie may guard humans from other dogs and could potentially be reactive. However, we have not observed any aggressive behavior at the rescue, and Georgie has done well around other dogs in our care. As with any dog, slow and proper introductions are always recommended.
🏡 Ideal Home:
Georgie would thrive in a calm, patient home that understands he needs time to build trust. Once he feels safe, he is incredibly affectionate and eager to bond with his people.
📍 Ready to apply?
👉 Apply here: https://new.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/HPAW/Dog