Romeo

Male, 12 Years Old, Shih Tzu

Size: Small

Arrival Date: July 2024

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ABOUT ROMEO

Romeo is a charming little gentleman who truly lives up to his romantic name! This sweet guy has captured hearts with his gentle disposition and adorable personality quirks. He was surrendered to us when his owner could no longer take care of him due to illness. Romeo has mastered the art of communicating exactly what he wants - his most endearing trait is how he'll politely paw at you when he wants you to create his favourite cozy nest by crossing your legs and draping a blanket over them. Once you make this perfect little fort, he'll happily crawl in and settle down for the ultimate snuggle session!

With a low-to-medium energy level, Romeo is the perfect companion for someone who enjoys a relaxed lifestyle. He's content with short walks and the occasional longer adventure when the weather suits his fancy, but he's equally happy spending his days lounging on soft, fluffy blankets near his people. Romeo has short bursts of energy that keep life interesting, but mostly he's a professional napper who just wants to be wherever his family is.

Romeo's health needs are beautifully managed with a special routine that keeps him comfortable and happy. His allergies are well-controlled with daily medication and a hypoallergenic diet, and his skin has greatly improved since starting this care regimen. He also needs daily eye drops for dry eye, which have become an easy part of his routine. These small daily care requirements are a small price to pay for such a wonderful companion.

This food-motivated sweetie is easy-going around the house and loves being part of family life. He does have one charming dinner table habit - he likes to provide commentary when anyone other than his main person is eating, which just shows how much he cares about proper mealtime etiquette! Romeo is building trust with new people and may need patience during initial care routines requiring a muzzle for his ear medications until he trusts you. His sweet nature shines through once he feels secure.

Romeo is a car ride enthusiast who gets genuinely excited about going on adventures with his family. On walks, he generally has good leash manners, though he sometimes likes to be the tour guide and choose the direction. He's wonderfully calm around other dogs and can coexist peacefully with them, though he appreciates when they respect his personal space. If other dogs get too pushy, Romeo simply removes himself from the situation, showing his gentle, non-confrontational nature.

When it comes to playtime, Romeo absolutely loves his stuffed animals - they're his pride and joy! He has no separation anxiety but always prefers to be near his people, whether that's sleeping in his dog bed, lounging on the sofa, or nestled in his favorite blanket fort. He's looking for a patient, dedicated family who understands that building trust takes time and will provide the peaceful, loving environment where he can flourish into the devoted companion he's meant to be.

Romeo is ready to spend his golden years surrounded by love and comfort, bringing his sweet presence and romantic charm to a home where he can be cherished. If you're looking for a devoted companion who will be your perfect couch buddy and blanket-fort partner, Romeo is waiting to meet you!