winston

Winston is a sweet, loving 10-year-old Shih Tzu mix weighing about 15 pounds who is looking for a new forever home. He was adopted six years ago, but after his family experienced some significant losses, they ultimately realized they were no longer able to give Winston the attention and structure he needed.Winston is settling back into rescue life, and we’re getting to know him again. So far, he has been a very nice boy who enjoys his leash walks and being close to his people. He especially loves sitting on his human’s lap and being by their side. At times, he may be a little too eager to stay close and can become a bit of a “trip hazard,” but that’s just Winston’s way of saying, “I want to be wherever you are!”After spending the past six years as an only dog, he may do well with a calm, confident canine companion who won’t overwhelm him, but be there to help him stay calm. He has no issue being home without his human for a few hours.Winston does have some quirks that his new family will need to understand. He is leash reactive and can bark when he sees people or hears unfamiliar noises. Because of this, an apartment or condo environment would not be a good fit for him. His ideal home would be somewhere quieter, preferably with a yard, and with an adopter who is comfortable managing leash reactivity and continuing to work with him in a positive way.He does pull a bit on walks, but at 15 pounds, he is very manageable. And don’t let his age fool you! Winston is still an active little guy who enjoys getting out and exploring.Like many senior dogs, Winston may have some mild arthritis in his hind end, and he has been receiving monthly Librela injections to help keep him comfortable and moving well. He remains surprisingly active and enjoys his walks.Winston is looking for someone who will appreciate him for who he is: a loving, loyal little companion who wants to be near his person, enjoy his walks, and have a comfortable, peaceful place to call home.Winston would do best with:● A quieter home rather than an apartment or condo● Someone experienced or comfortable with leash-reactive dogs● A family who enjoys walks but understands his senior-dog needs● A patient adopter who will give him time to settle in● Potentially, a calm, compatible dog companionWinston has already had a few chapters in his life. Now he’s hoping for his final chapter: a loving forever home where he can relax, be spoiled, and spend his golden years right beside his favorite person.All known information about the animal is listed above. We do our best to give accurate information, but most of our dogs are rescues and do not come with a known historyName: WinstonBreed: Shih Tzu/Crossbreed   (Breed mix is not guaranteed-no DNA testing done).Sex: MaleAge: Almost 10 yo (estimated)Weight: 11 lbsSpayed/Neutered: YesVaccinations: Up to dateHeartworm: Negative on recent testingMicrochipped: YesBASED ON OUR OBSERVATIONS:Good with Children: UnknownGood with Dogs: YesGood with Cats: UnknownAdoption Fee: $250.00Location of dog currently:    MassachusettsIMPORTANT INFORMATION - Paws New England is a foster-based rescue; our dogs reside in various locations throughout the South and New England.  Adoption fees cover pre-adoption veterinary costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age-appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England, if necessary. The adoption fee is set at a level that enables adoption; they do not cover our costs. Thank you for your generosity and interest in our dogs!Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse, whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need.IMPORTANT INFORMATIONPaws New England is a foster-based rescue - our dogs reside in various locations throughout the south and New England. Adoption donations cover pre-adoption vet costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England if necessary.Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need. Paws New England abides by the dog importation regulations set forth in the states of MA, CT, NH and RI.