chase

Meet Chase – A Playful Little Guy with a Big Zest for Life Quick Facts: Breed: Shih Tzu Age: 1 year Weight: 7 lbs House-Trained: In progress Crate-Trained: Yes (can also be left out when alone) Good with Dogs: Yes – especially similar size Good with Cats: Not tested Good with Kids: Adult-only home required Energy Level: Moderate to High Fence Required: No – enjoys regular walks Special Traits: Toy lover, treat motivated, affectionate, dominant play style Why You’ll Love Chase: Full of playful energy and personality Super affectionate and loves companionship Great on leash and enjoys walks Highly treat motivated for training Positive and social with other small dogs Small size with a big, happy spirit About Chase’s Breed: Shih Tzus are known for being affectionate companion dogs who thrive on human interaction. While often thought of as lap dogs, many young Shih Tzus also have playful, spirited personalities and benefit from regular activity and training. With structure and positive reinforcement, they make loyal and devoted companions. Chase’s Story & Personality: Chase is a young, energetic boy with a true zest for life. He loves toys, enjoys walks, and has a positive, social energy — especially with dogs his size. He has a dominant play style and would benefit from continued structure and guidance. He is crate trained and will eat in his crate, but he can also be left alone without being crated. He is currently working on house training and will need continued consistency and patience to master it. As a young pup, obedience training will be important to help him channel his enthusiasm into good manners. Chase is affectionate and enjoys being near his people. He would make a wonderful companion for an active individual or semi-retired person who enjoys walks and interactive play. Though still getting to know him, it’s already clear that he brings joyful, positive energy wherever he goes. Chase’s Ideal Home: Adult-only household Active or semi-retired individual Commitment to continued house and obedience training Someone who enjoys regular walks and interactive play A home comfortable with a confident, playful personality Ready to Add Some Joyful Energy to Your Life? Chase may be small in size, but he brings big personality, affection, and enthusiasm. If you’re looking for a playful, spirited companion who will keep life fun and full of love, Chase could be your perfect match. Comprehensive details are provided in the dog's description. To ensure a smooth process, please submit a completed application through our website at: http://crisisdogsnc.org/dog-adoption/. Please note that questions via email or social media channels may not receive a response without a completed application. As part of our commitment to responsible adoption practices, we require excellent veterinarian references and conduct virtual home visits. Additionally, your prior or current dog must be on year-round heartworm prevention. We assist with coordinating transportation by both land and air whenever feasible. All assessments regarding breed and age are conducted by licensed veterinarians. We look forward to assisting you in finding your perfect canine companion!February 20, 2026, 6:31 pm