nixie

Hey Everybody, meet NIxie! She is a 7-1/2 year old mix whose paperwork calls her a Shih Tzu/Bichon mix. Her foster mom calls her adorable. (Kind of looks like an Ewok for you Star Wars fans.) She weighs just over 14#, has been spayed, vet checked, is up to date on shots and has had recent dental work. She is negative for parasites and heartworm. She is on a monthly heartworm preventative that needs to continue as she is a Texas transplant. Nixie does have a well managed health issue (prone to urinary stone formation) and she will always need to eat a prescription dog food - be sure you can afford this. A urinary sample done 4/28/26 showed she does NOT have crystals/stones.

She came to us as her previous owner went on hospice. We have no other information on her background. She is friendly, but stand-offish with all dog friends she has met. She would probably play with other dogs as she gets to know them and if they initiate the play. When it comes to people she has no problem becoming a new best friend after a few minutes. She will initially greet anyone through the door with a bark that is a lot bigger than her size. She responds to her name and comes when called but seldom strays very far from her person when loose in the yard. She gets on furniture if it’s not too high or with help. She will go in her crate on her own with only minor bribing.

Nixie will play with soft toys by herself or with you. She doesn’t get the idea of fetching with a ball but will bring other toys back to you for more play. She is housebroken, walks well on a leash and rides in a crate in the car without any protest. She knows a few basic commands. Nixie will need to be groomed 5-6 times/yr - an ongoing expense to keep in mind.

She has been around respectful, dog savy children, but we don’t know about cats. Her adoption fee is $250. Call 651-771-5662 if you have questions or would like to meet Nixie.