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Arlo

Washington, DC at Lucky Dog Animal Rescue

Shih Tzu Young Male Small
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Key Facts About Arlo
Name Arlo
Species Dog
Breed Shih Tzu
Age Young
Sex Male
Size Small
Color White with Black & None
Location Washington, DC
Shelter Lucky Dog Animal Rescue
Status Available

Arlo is a young male Shih Tzu (small) available for adoption at Lucky Dog Animal Rescue in Washington, DC.

About This Dog

ARLO NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!! Name: Arlo Best Guess for Breed: Shih tzu mix Best Guess for Age: 3 years as of July 2026 SEX: Male Approximate Weight: 7.7 lbs Gets Along With: Other dogs! We haven't seen him with cats or kids but we are happy to …
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What WeRescue Scout knows about Arlo

A quiet home with someone who enjoys gentle walks and daily grooming routines. Arlo would thrive with a patient, loving family who can provide consistent companionship and help him adjust to life as a pet.

Good to know
  • Requires daily brushing and regular professional grooming to prevent painful mats.
  • Not yet housetrained; working on crate training.
Good with kids estimated Good with other dogs Good with cats estimated Moderate energy Knows some basics estimated Great for first-time owners estimated Apartment-friendly Very affectionate Needs regular grooming Heavy shedder estimated

WeRescue Scout summarized this from the shelter's original listing and may include estimates. Please contact Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to confirm any details before adopting.

Learn About the Breed
Shih Tzu
Coat Colors
White with Black None
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Compatibility
Good with Dogs
Physical
Not Mixed Breed Not Declawed No Special Needs Vaccinations Current Color: White with Black Long Coat Size: Small
Other
Animal ID: 22633387

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue

Rescue

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue is a non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing homeless and abandoned animals, primarily dogs from high-kill shelters and owners who can no longer care for them. By working with committed volunteers, foster homes, local veterinarians, trainers, and boarding facilities, we are able to rescue hundreds of animals every year, provide them with loving temporary care, and find them well-matched, carefully screened forever homes. We also serve as a resource to our community and all pet owners by providing education and information on responsible pet ownership, including the importance of spay/neuter, positive behavior training, and good nutrition.

Address Washington, DC 20002
Service Areas Maryland, Washington DC, Northern Virginia, and the Mid-Atlantic
Adoption Process
1. Complete Adoption Application 2. Phone interview, vet check and home visit. 3. Contract signed (requirements include keeping a pet ID on dog at all times, keeping the dog as a pet, spaying/neutering puppies by 6 monts of age, returning the pet to Lucky Dog in the adopter cannot take care of it at any point in the future, and providing adequate vet care for the rest of the dog's life.
Mission Statement
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue is a non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing homeless and abandoned animals, primarily dogs from high-kill shelters and owners who can no longer care for them. By working with committed volunteers, foster homes, local veterinarians, trainers, and boarding facilities, we are able to rescue hundreds of animals every year, provide them with loving temporary care, and find them well-matched, carefully screened forever homes. We also serve as a resource to our community and all pet owners by providing education and information on responsible pet ownership, including the importance of spay/neuter, positive behavior training, and good nutrition.

Important: Information regarding adoptable pets is provided by the adopting organization and is neither checked for accuracy or completeness nor guaranteed to be accurate or complete. The health status and behavior of any pet found, adopted through, or listed on the WeRescue app are the sole responsibility of the adoption organization listing the same and/or the adopting party. See our Terms of Service for more information.

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Lucky Dog Animal Rescue

Washington, DC 20002

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