Curacao

My story

Curacao is a quiet, gentle soul who’s just now discovering the world. At 9 years old, this Shih Tzu girl is a breeder surrender who spent her life in a crate. Because of that, everything is new to her: the smell of grass, the feel of a comfy bed, and the joy of a walk.  She is curious about everything, stopping often on walks to take it all in. She does not like strong noises and get very scared outside near traffic. She rides quietly in the car and the subway (not in a closed off carrier, but in a handbag. Carriers likely trigger her cage trauma).  Curacao is low-shedding and very quiet — she rarely barks unless left completely alone.She is not fully house-trained yet, but she’s making lots of progress. She will need someone patient, present, and kind to help her continue learning what it means to be a dog in a loving home. Because of her age and breed, her joints are quite weak. She has been having some trouble with her back legs, likely due to luxating patella—her kneecap slipping in and out of place, but supplements will make her life better. This sweet girl sleeps best when someone is nearby. She loves to keep you in sight. She doesn’t ask for much — just a calm space, a warm bed, and a human who will help her feel safe. She’s not a lap dog or cuddly, but she’ll be right beside you, always.  Waldos Rescue Pen is a 501c3 whose primary focus is rescuing dogs from the euthanasia list from high kill shelters throughout the United States and Korea. ##2420615##

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Curacao, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.