Description: Buster is a loving, and playful 8 year old purebred Shih Tzu. He is the sweetest little guy you’ll ever meet! He was very loved for 8 years until the time when his owner couldn’t afford to take care of him anymore and gave him away to extended family. Unfortunately, the family just didn't have time for him and would let Buster run loose and never go looking for him. Neighbors would constantly return him. Finally, his current, wonderful foster family found him wandering the streets. They contacted Buster's owner and they said to keep him as they did not want him anymore. He is now getting lots of love and snuggles from his foster family until he finds his forever home. Here are some highlights about Buster:
He looks and acts much younger than his age
The vet said he has healthy skin, hips, and teeth
100% housetrained
LOVES belly rubs and snuggling with his people
Dozes off during car rides, which makes him the perfect traveling companion.
Love, love, loves children of all ages (He's been having an absolute blast playing fetch with my foster family’s toddler)
Loves playing fetch with his favorite toy, a squeaky ball.
Loves soft, squeaky toys
Walks well on leash - loves his walks!
Gets along well with other dogs (we don't know about cats, but we think he would do great with them too!)
Since the 4th of July fireworks, he has experience some seperation anxiety - this has been corrected with crating and a peanut butter kong!
Buster has this to add: "Hi, I'm Buster!! I'm a very laid-back dog, and I enjoy snuggling up on fluffy beds or pillows. When you’re ready to wind down, I’ll wind down with you. And when you’re ready to play, I’m ready to play, too! I’m so fun and easy — why anyone wouldn’t want me, I can’t understand!
I’m truly an awesome, easy, loving dog. All I want is to find a forever family and to never be given away again. I’m so trusting, even after all I’ve gone through. I want to play, go for walks, and snuggle next to you while you rub my belly. I will love you for the rest of my days! Please love me, too! "
According to DogBreedInfo.org: The Shih Tzu is an alert, lively, little dog. It is happy and hardy, and packed with character. The gentle, loyal Shih Tzu makes friends easily and responds well to consistent, patient training. It makes a very alert watchdog. It is courageous and clever. Playful and spunky, this affectionate little dog likes to be with people and is generally good with other pets.
Other Pictures of Buster the Ball Lovin' Senior Shih Tzu (click to see larger version):