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JAXON is 8 years old and is now a completely different dog to the poor little man who arrived at the end of June. He must have been in extreme pain as he was aggressive and extremely possessive with his blanket and anything else he decided was his! Since that time Jaxon has really been “Through the Mill” with his endless visits to the vet, medication and surgery. He has tackled everything head on, and he is now ever so loving. Jaxon had endured an untreated urine infection for a long time and it had done great damage and he was urinating all over and it contained blood. We reacted very quickly, he was scanned and bladder stones were seen. He went home for a couple of weeks on antibiotics to assist the procedure and then he had his bladder opened, the stones were removed and debris cleared away. The largest of the stones was removed and sent to the USA for analysis. The results came back and they suggested that Jaxon go on a specific diet to prevent more stones forming. He is currently on Hills c/d multicare dry food and tinned wet food which we purchase from Pet drugs online. It costs approx 2.50 a day. It can work out cheaper sometimes when there are offers on. He does very well on this food but it is important that this is all he has atm. He will also need his urine checked and analysed every three months.

Jaxon loves his toys and will happily play tug of war, which was unthinkable when he first arrived! He adores squeaky toys! He is lovely to walk, although, he can be a little reactive with strange dogs or people, this is something which will need to be worked on. He is fine with resident dogs, and he plays wonderfully with our Nancy Fancy Pants (although he does let her boss him about!) He absolutely loves to run!! I wouldn’t say Jaxon is cat friendly, but he will happily walk past one with a little reassurance and not bother about it. He adores his tummy rubs, he thinks nothing about launching himself on you at 3am for tummy tickles & a snuggle! Jaxon needs a home where someone is with him most of the day. He can be left for a few hours, but be prepared to be howled at on your return! He loves to be out in the garden, so a safe garden is a must.

I wouldn’t advise a home with children under 10 years of age, as Jaxon loves his quiet time, and is best left alone and wait for him to come to you as he can sometimes still be a little reactive which will still need working on. Jaxon is a typical Shih Tzu who thinks he is the boss! Everyone who has come in contact with Jaxon has completely fallen in love with him, he is a fabulous little man. Jaxon is in foster care in Warrington and you must be able to visit him there with all family members and any resident dogs. He is neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. He comes with 5 weeks free insurance but please note any ongoing insurance will not cover urinary/bladder issues. His adoption fee is £250. Please fill in the attached form in full.