Ivy

Meet Ivy, a sweet 9-year-old Shih Tzu mix weighing just 11 pounds. This petite girl loves nothing more than being held and cuddled, and she enjoys short walks and car rides with her people.Ivy is house-trained and will go to the door or sometimes bark when she needs to go outside. She has not shown much interest in toys, but she has a charming little habit that is sure to make you smile: Ivy dances when it's mealtime!Since Ivy was a stray before coming to Pet Haven, she was given plenty of time to decompress in her foster home. She stayed in a den behind a baby gate and was slowly introduced to the other animals. She has done OK meeting dogs, but if another dog gets too pushy, Ivy will let them know with a growl. She would prefer a home without energetic puppies, and any resident dogs will need slow, thoughtful introductions. Her comfort level with cats is unknown.Ivy has not had much exposure to children, so older, gentle children age 10 and up are recommended. She would love a quieter home where she can enjoy her favorite activities: cuddling, relaxing with her people, taking a short daily stroll, and going for car rides.Because Ivy was an unclaimed stray, she will need a fenced yard or a tie-out for safe outdoor time. A standard 4-foot fence is sufficient.If you're looking for a little companion with a big love of cuddles and a delightful mealtime dance, Ivy may be your girl!If you are interested in Ivy, fill out an application at this link to get the ball rolling - https://pethavenmn.org/adopt/adoptable-dogs/dog-adoption-application/The adoption fee is $250. Adoption fee includes spay/neuter, heartworm/Lyme test, all age-appropriate vaccinations (distemper, rabies, and Bordetella), heartworm and flea/tick preventatives, and microchip implant (including registration). Adoption fees INCLUDE a mandatory sales tax of 7.525%%. Age and breed are based on veterinarian and intake professional's recommendation and not guaranteed as a rescue animal's history is often unknown. Due to post-adoption services provided, we prefer to adopt within a 150-mile radius of the Twin Cities. However, we will consider up to 250 miles if the foster agrees to travel requirements and staff approval.