Cookie
Shih Tzu (medium coat) · Adult (1 year) · Female · Small · Pittsboro, NC
Notes from Chatham Animal Rescue & Education
Meet Cookie! She is a resilient 1-year-old Shih Tzu mix who is looking for her forever family. Found in rough shape—neglected, heavily matted, and covered in fleas and ticks—she has put her past completely behind her. Today, Cookie is a vibrant, happy-go-lucky pup bursting with joy and ready to share in all of life's adventures.
Medical Status
Fully Vetted: She is spayed, microchipped, and up to date on all vaccinations .
Health Updates: She has successfully had two inguinal hernias repaired , is heartworm negative , and is fully up to date on all preventative medications.
Her Ideal Home
Other Dogs: Would do best in a home with another small breed male dog to be her playmate and companion.
Cats: Requires a cat-free home .
Children: Best suited for families where all children are 10 years of age or older .
Yard: Requires a secure yard with structured fencing only (no invisible or electronic fencing).
Grooming: Requires a dedicated family committed to having her professionally groomed every 6–8 weeks to keep her coat healthy and mat-free.
Activity Level: Thrives in an active household that loves going for walks and sharing everyday adventures.
About Cookie
Gets along with
- Kids
- Yes
- Dogs
- Yes
- Cats
- No
Home and care
- Needs a yard
- Yes
- Fence
- 3 foot
- Energy
- Moderate
- Exercise needs
- Moderate
- Grooming needs
- High
- How vocal
- Some
- With new people
- Friendly
- Training
- Has Basic Training
- Owner experience
- Some needed
- Coat
- Medium
Health
- Vaccinations current
- Yes
- Special needs
- No
AffectionateCrate-trainedEager to pleaseGood in the carLeash-trainedOlder kids onlyPlayfulPlays with toys
As listed by Chatham Animal Rescue & Education. Please confirm anything important with them before you adopt.
What happens next
- Contact Chatham Animal Rescue & Education using the button. AdoptNearby does not take applications.
- They will send you their application or ask a few questions about your home.
- Most organizations arrange a meet, sometimes a home visit, then a small adoption fee that usually covers spay or neuter and vaccines. That fee is paid to Chatham Animal Rescue & Education, never to AdoptNearby.
- Read the dogs care guide so you arrive prepared.