Edan

Shih Tzu

8mo/  DOB 12.17.24

11 Pounds

Neutered /Microchipped 

UTD on vaccinations 

Heartworm / Flea Preventative

Adoption Donation: $600.00 (tax deductible)

INSTRUCTIONS for ADOPTION:

• Please read the bio in its ENTIRETY. If you feel your family is a perfect match, please send a completed application to gateway4paws@gmail.com. Applications & FAQ regarding adoption can be found here on our website. 
• Only completed applications that meet requirements will be reviewed. Since we are 100% foster-based rescue, only approved applications will be contacted. We do not allow shipping & do not transport. You must live within 350 miles from Maryville, IL & be able to drive for a meet & greet   

Edan & his brother, Rivin, came into rescue together. Another product of the puppy boom, they weren't sold by their breeder in a timely manner. So, they "aged out" & were sent to rescue. Edan hasn't had much opportunity for socialization in his short little life. He will need a family that takes the time to bond with him & show him the ropes. 

We like to remind applicants that a new puppy is a lot like a toddler. Edan will need to be supervised, and the best way to do that is to have a dedicated space set up for him. This area will be a part of the home where he can see activity & observe, but it is a place that is puppy proofed. Where he can play, lounge, or nap when his family is not directly engaging. Playpens, 4-squares, or x-pens are excellent tools to make this possible. They are easily mobile if you want to move them around, too.

Edan is not harness or leash trained. He will need a very secure area to continue his potty training. It is a process that will require commitment & patience, as puppies have a little puppy bladder. Remember, in a new home, a new environment means that new habits will have to be established.  If you have interior stairs, please have a plan to keep your puppy off the stairs unsupervised. Additionally, please be aware of the stair railing & the distance between the spindles.  Small children and large dogs will be a safety hazard for Edan.
 

Edan will need a secure physical fenced yard.  You will need to make sure any gap around the bottom are fixed/secured. An aluminum or slat type of fencing will need a gap filler around the bottom half so he can't get through, something like galvanized wire mesh or another sturdy mesh type material. No puppy should ever be left in a yard without supervision, NEVER EVER.  Puppies can quickly slip through some really tiny spaces.     

Bringing home a new puppy is a huge responsibility. It requires lots of patience & time! But it is very rewarding if everyone is invested. Please apply if you meet the requirements & would like to adopt an adorable puppy.  Please don’t apply without speaking to your spouse/partner first.