Trevor - Staying With Owner

Name: Trevor
Sex: Male (altered)
Breed: Shih Tzu
Age: 7 ½ years
Location: Atlanta, GA

Vet/Medical Info: Trevor's current vet recently passed away so we have been unable to get recent records. We did contact his previous vet who was able to tell us he was neutered, but not by them. They last saw him in 2009. At that time he tested negative for heartworm.

Owner Info: DOB 8/22/2004. Trevor's current owner rescued him four years ago from a puppy mill. She was able to take care of him at that time, but lost her job. With her current job she is no longer able to provide the care that he needs. She works very long hours now and he needs more care than she can provide. She has had to move into an affordable apartment and it has carpet, Trevor has accidents and the landlord will not agree to let her keep him, she is also no longer able to afford the medical care that he needs. He has dry eye syndrome. He only requires drops at this point, but the vet says that it will worsen over time. He is an indoor dog who is crated, he is not housebroken but is leash trained. He is an outgoing boy who is good with women, teenagers, other dogs and small animals. Trevor can be a little aggressive around food, he will growl at other animals. He adapts well to new situations if he has time and attention. She has worked extensively with him on house training, he is fine if someone is able to take him out about every 5-6 hours. He is not able to hold it in the crate longer than that. He has a low IQ due to being neglected so he needs someone who is patient and kind. He responds very well to positive reinforcement and treats. He also has terrible storm anxiety. He has the sweetest personality and is very loving. He is a lap dog and wants to be with you wherever you are. He sleeps in his bed next to his owners and is very submissive. This is very difficult as Trevor is very much loved but they are no longer able to meet his needs and it is now unfair to him.