Oscar is a 10 year old, 15 lb Shih Tzu with a super friendly, easy going personality and a heart full of love!
Quick Facts:
Name: Oscar
Breed: Shih Tzu
Age: 10 years old
Weight: 15 lbs.
House-Trained: Yes
Crate-Trained: Yes
Good with Dogs: Yes
Good with Cats: Not tested, but open to a meet and greet
Good with Kids: Yes (must be older, calm, respectful kids because he is deaf and sudden movements can startle him)
Energy Level: Low, Affectionate
Fence Required: No
Dog's Location: Asheville, NC
Special Notes: Oscar does have cataracts and some vision loss. He is also deaf or very hard of hearing so visual cues from his humans help him to understand. He has weak back leg that may require long-term pain management.
About Oscar’s Breed:
Our best guess is that Oscar is a Shih Tzu. Shih Tzus are affectionate, people oriented little companion dogs known for their sweet nature, soft coats, and calm, easygoing personalities. They were bred to be lap dogs, and most Shih Tzus adore relaxing close to their humans, enjoying gentle play, and soaking up attention. They’re typically friendly, adaptable, and thrive in homes where they can feel secure, loved, and part of the daily routine.
Their ideal home is one that offers consistent companionship, a calm environment, and steady routines. Shih Tzus do wonderfully with families who enjoy cuddles, short walks, and quiet time together. They’re well suited for adults, seniors, or families with respectful children, and they flourish when given patient guidance, positive training, and regular grooming to keep their beautiful coats healthy. With love and stability, Shih Tzus become incredibly devoted, gentle companions.
What to Love about Oscar:
Oscar is a snuggly little gentleman who adores food, enjoys rolling on his back, and loves digging around in a cozy dog bed before settling in for a nap. Oscar is very people oriented and makes an excellent little shadow, but he’s also perfectly content when you leave the house. Because he dislikes car rides, he should be crated for travel to keep everyone safe. Oscar wants nothing more in life than to be cuddling with his humans and would love to find a family who is home more often than not!
He’s potty trained, crate trained, and trustworthy loose in the home thanks to his excellent manners. Oscar loves all people and is wonderful with kids, though because of his age, he needs to be in a home with older, calm, respectful children or adults who can help him enjoy his golden years peacefully with no sudden movements.
Oscar has cataract, potential vision loss and is almost deaf, so he responds best to physical cues like a knee slap for “come” or a wagging finger for “no.” He’s also a licker — very common for the breed — so his family will need to watch for hot spots and may need to use a cone at night.
He’s relaxed and sweet with every dog he meets and has been good with cats in a previous foster home. Oscar is lower energy and enjoys 20–30 minute sniffy walks, occasional toy play, and lots of cuddling — so make sure your lap is ready. He’s good on leash and happiest simply being close to his people!
Because he’s a senior, Oscar has a few health considerations: cataracts, dental issues, a previously removed benign tumor, and a weak back leg that may require long term pain management. With a loving homebody, a gentle routine, and plenty of affection, Oscar will be the sweetest, most devoted companion!
Oscar’s Outstanding Highlights:
• 10 year old, 15 lb Shih Tzu with a super friendly, laid back personality
• Champion cuddler who loves snuggling, rolling on his back, and burrowing in dog beds
• People oriented shadow who loves being near his humans but handles alone time well
• Potty trained and crate trained with excellent house manners
• Responds to physical cues due to low vision and hearing loss
• Gentle licker who may need monitoring to prevent hot spots
• Great with calm, respectful kids and wonderful with all people
• Friendly with dogs and open to a cat meet and greet
• Low energy sweetheart who enjoys 20–30 minute sniffy walks and cozy naps
• Senior health considerations — cataracts, dental needs, weak back leg, and possible long term pain management
Comprehensive details are provided in the dog's description. to ensure a smooth process, please submit a completed application through our website at: http://crisisdogsnc.org/dog-adoption/. Please note that questions via email or social media channels may not receive a response without a completed application. As part of our commitment to responsible adoption practices, we require excellent veterinarian references and conduct virtual home visits. Additionally, your prior or current dog must be on year-round heartworm prevention. We assist with coordinating transportation by both land and air whenever feasible. All assessments regarding breed and age are conducted by licensed veterinarians. We look forward to assisting you in finding your perfect canine companion!
