


Meet Beau (also known as Stan)!




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Beau is a 9-pound Shih Tzu with a big personality and an even bigger heart. Our rescue pulled Beau from one of our shelter partners a few months ago, and during his time in foster care we have learned a great deal about this special little dog.




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When Beau arrived at the shelter, he was underweight and severely matted, leading us to believe he may have experienced neglect in his past. Despite his rough start, Beau has shown that he has an incredible capacity for love and devotion once he feels safe and trusts his person.




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In his foster home, Beau has formed a strong bond with his foster mom and has shown just how affectionate he can be. He loves to follow her from room to room, snuggle up close, and greet her enthusiastically when she returns home. He&#39;s also a curious little guy who enjoys watching the world go by from a windowsill, taking cozy naps, and entertaining everyone with his impressive, buzz-saw-like snoring. Beau enjoys car rides and is housetrained.




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Beau does have some behavioral challenges, and we believe in being completely transparent so that he can find the right home. He requires slow, patient introductions to new people and can be wary of strangers until trust is established. Beau is also uncomfortable with people kissing his face or head, and adopters will need to respect this boundary. While he is incredibly loving with the people he trusts, he is still learning to feel comfortable around unfamiliar people, and building his confidence is a work in progress.




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Beau



Meet Buster, 9 years old





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eet Buster, a nine-year-old 17-pound Pomeranian, who was rehomed through no fault of his own. His owner, who was moving into a retirement home and couldn&rsquo;t take him, was trying to rehome him in a shelter parking lot because the shelter was full. A volunteer saw this happening and stepped in to offer Buster a place in our rescue. This gorgeous little boy is very friendly with people and other dogs. Buster enjoys walks and exploring the fenced yard in his foster home. He also likes car rides and eagerly awaits the opportunity to hop in. But mostly, Buster enjoys hanging out with his people, gazing adoringly at them with his big brown eyes. Buster is an all-around good boy who will make a loyal and loving companion.&nbsp;

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Buster is UTD on vaccines and heartworm testing. He was recently neutered and received a full dental cleaning. Buster has a mild heart condition that is being well managed with inexpensive daily medication but is otherwise very healthy. This special boy deserves to have a forever home where he will always be loved and cared for.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Buster

Meet Benny, a sweet little Maltese who is looking for his forever home! This adorable little boy is super affectionate and loving, always ready to cover you in kisses. With his tiny frame of only 8 pounds, he is a bundle of energy and joy, bringing life to wherever he goes. Benny is estimated to be 5-6 years old, and despite his size, he has a big personality and an even bigger heart.&nbsp; Benny loves nothing more than running and playing in a yard, and he especially enjoys climbing up for some cuddles and kisses. He&#39;s used to being around other small dogs, so a home with a furry sibling could be ideal for this little guy. Although he may be a little shy at first with new people, once he warms up, he&#39;s a total cuddle bug who adores attention. Benny recently had a dental procedure and is now feeling better than ever! His blood work shows he&#39;s in excellent health, so he&#39;s ready to take on the world and find his forever family. If you&#39;re looking for a loyal companion to add some sunshine to your life, Benny could be the perfect match. He promises to bring laughter and love to his new home and is eager to find his place in the world. Could you be the one to show him what a loving family is all about

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Benny


Meet Star, 5-6 years old


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Sweet Star came to CHR a year ago in rough condition at the age of 5 or 6 years old. &nbsp;She lived in a puppy mill, where she was bred to produce puppies for sale. She lived in a small shed with access to the outdoors through a doggie door. Recently, Star was diagnosed with a torn cruciate, so on 6/19 she will have orthopedic surgery to repair the cruciate tear. We&rsquo;re keeping Star in our Safe Haven Sanctuary while she recovers, but we are still looking for her forever home if the fit is good for you and her.&nbsp; Star&rsquo;s foster mom describes her as a beam of sunshine. She&rsquo;s spunky and full of love and gentleness, and she kisses humans and dogs alike. She enjoys walking through a fenced yard to find just the right spot to eliminate. &nbsp;We&rsquo;re asking her to go to a home with a fenced yard. Star loves to nap by your side. She is like a sponge, absorbing your hugs and kisses daily.&nbsp;







One of the biggest challenges with Star is that she will sometimes(1-2 times a week) eliminates on top of dog beds. This could be a marking behavior from being in the puppy mill. Her foster mom picks up the beds before feeding to make sure there are no triggers, like after eating, when she may go eliminate on them or she immediately lets her out for a potty break after eating. Star is also let out every 3 hours during the day for a potty break. At night, she does well without accidents, but she may have accidents for the first few months in any house she goes to, so we recommend diapers for this cutie at night during the beginning of her stay with you. Star does not enjoy being crated, and it&#39;s not recommended for a puppy mill survivor.&nbsp;





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Star





Meet Cooper (5-6 years old)









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Cooper is the sweetest dog. He LOVES people and enjoys cuddling with his people more than anything. He is very demanding when it comes to getting attention, so keep this in mind if you have other dogs, because his happy place is on your lap. Cooper is used to going out for a potty break in a fenced back yard. He is so smart, so we think he will learn to walk on a leash over time. Cooper is a Maltese who weights around 8 pounds. He came from a puppy mill.
He was neutered and had a complete dental, losing seven teeth. Cooper is so sweet he could be a therapy dog. He loves anyone he meets and will immediately crawl on your guest&#39;s lap for kisses.&nbsp;&nbsp;




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Springfield, VA

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Star

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