Lend A Helping Paw Shih Tzu Rescue

Lend A Helping Paw Shih Tzu Rescue A 501(c)(3) foster-based small-breed rescue lending a helping paw to seniors & other overlooked dogs Lending A Helping Paw is our mission.

Lending A Helping Paw is our duty. Lending A Helping Paw is our purpose. Lend A Helping Pawยฎ Shih Tzu Rescue (LAHPSTR) is an all-volunteer, Michigan-based 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and re-homing of abused, neglected, abandoned, displaced, or otherwise homeless, fluffy, small-breed dogs, primarily Shih Tzu and Lhasa Apsos. We also operate a Forever Foster โ€œsanct

uaryโ€ program where dogs may live out their natural lives, if adoption is not possible due to age, health, or behavior. We are headquartered in South East Michigan and our dogs are fostered in private homes across the US. We currently adopt within the continental US (subject to applicable regulations for the import of dogs) and offer free transport by air (in cabin) or road to most out-of-state adopters. Adoptable dogs at:
lahpstr.petfinder.com

Apply to adopt at:
www.lahpstr.com

Remembering Sissi Turner, my personal dog, on what would have been her birthday. I adopted her in 2014 from Houston, TX....
08/02/2024

Remembering Sissi Turner, my personal dog, on what would have been her birthday. I adopted her in 2014 from Houston, TX.

She is one of the reasons I founded this rescue to help dogs like her who are left behind due to age.

Lots of love to you, Sissi Pi, this day and every day. You were such a good girl.

Lego Fancy Schmancy cruising McLaren style.
08/01/2024

Lego Fancy Schmancy cruising McLaren style.










07/31/2024

The SECRET to a fulfilled life...

Hello world!

My name is Winston Buckeye and I am 18y 3 weeks old.

I woke up; freshened up; ate some yummy, nutritious, wholesome, homemade delight; took my medication; freshened up again, and now, off I go to slumberland for my first nap of the day. ๐Ÿ’ค๐Ÿ’ค๐Ÿ˜ด Catch me later!



07/30/2024

This is how you tell the difference between...

Are you new to our rescue, or perhaps need a refresher about our small 501(c)(3) dog rescue organization?Read on! We are...
07/29/2024

Are you new to our rescue, or perhaps need a refresher about our small 501(c)(3) dog rescue organization?

Read on!

We are a 100% foster-based group run by unpaid volunteers who donate invaluable time, and monetary and non-monetary resources. Most of us have 10+ years of active, extensive hands-on rescue experience with small dog breeds such as Shih Tzu, Pekingese, Lhasa Apsos, Maltese, Yorkies, Japanese Chins, Bichon Frisรฉs, Poodles to name a few.

Our vision is simple: rescue those dogs that get overlooked because they are considered a priori "unadoptable" or "difficult" due to their medical condition, age and/or behavior. We also take in mainstream, young, "adoptable" dogs as bandwidth allows.

With our combined knowledge, we rehabilitate the dogs we intake and place them for adoption if a suitable match is available. About 75-80% of the dogs in our program have been adopted. The rest are in different stages of their rescue journey and safe with us if they are not adopted for any reason.

Our operations are generously funded by private and corporate donors, and several grants. In accordance with our mission, we provide white-glove veterinary care, as well as premium nutrition, to our dogs. All our dogs are in private homes and treated as family members.

We are headquartered in Michigan, but present across continental US. We offer free air or ground accompanied transport of adopted dogs to eligible adopters. Adoptable dogs are in Featured Posts pinned at the top of our page.

More information about us and our adoption process is available on our website at lahpstr.com.

Below: Nolan (adopted) came into rescue with his brother, Logan (also adopted) when they were 11 and 15 months old respectively.

07/28/2024

Chillin' and grillin' in the sun! ๐ŸŒž๐Ÿพ Lego is belly up and soaking up the summer vibes.

07/27/2024

Vacation mode for a bunch of pampered floofs.



07/26/2024

The child makes a good point to the lady who found the dog in question. There is another twist to this hilarious clip. Do you see it?

๐Ÿ“นTT/Nicki Sanders

Remembering with much love our Teddy Bear on the 3rd anniversary of his passing.
07/25/2024

Remembering with much love our Teddy Bear on the 3rd anniversary of his passing.

๐—•๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ธ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—ก๐—ฒ๐˜„๐˜€!!Kai's Embark DNA results are in and they are fascinating! He is 100% a good boi! Kai, who is adopted and n...
07/24/2024

๐—•๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ธ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—ก๐—ฒ๐˜„๐˜€!!

Kai's Embark DNA results are in and they are fascinating! He is 100% a good boi!

Kai, who is adopted and now goes by King Arthur, is a...Hava Tzu (Havashu)!

Surprisingly - at least to us, he also carries genetic markers for Maltese and Cocker Spaniel. What?! ๐Ÿ˜ฎ We had surmised that he might be Shih Tzu mixed with Affenpinscher or Griffon Belge on account of his facial appearance, specifically the ears.

Cara California is celebrating 1 year in rescue! During this time, we have worked on her mobility to the extent she will...
07/23/2024

Cara California is celebrating 1 year in rescue! During this time, we have worked on her mobility to the extent she will allow. She is certainly in better condition than when we first rescued her, yet that FM feels that her progress has lagged. Lesson learned and reinforced dog after dog: meet each dog where they are. No two dogs are alike and progress is individual. Cara is still happy!

If you are new to us, Cara was a paralyzed stray from Elk Grove, CA. She is currently with a medical foster in Michigan.






Part of the lineup. The breakfast club does not wait. โ˜˜๏ธ๐Ÿ’š
07/22/2024

Part of the lineup. The breakfast club does not wait. โ˜˜๏ธ๐Ÿ’š

Ashlin California pupdate...It is summer and as sure as day follows night, our Ashlin, who now goes by Annie (her pre-re...
07/21/2024

Ashlin California pupdate...

It is summer and as sure as day follows night, our Ashlin, who now goes by Annie (her pre-rescue name), embarks upon outdoor adventures. She is "active RVing" - an important distinction that highlights that baby girl travels and hikes and boats and kayaks.

Furthermore, she is busy keeping an eye on her 15 yo Tzu brother, Jack; being nosy and getting into shenanigans with her K9 relative, Bobby; and protecting her family's shoes from pesky thieves!

Annie will soon be 4. She came to us when she was just 9 months old. Our rescue aims to find best-fit families for all our dogs who are candidates for adoption. Annie matched pawfectly with her adoptive family in the Bay area.










Goodnight, Murphy. Goodnight, Nolan. ๐Ÿ’ค๐Ÿ˜ด
07/21/2024

Goodnight, Murphy. Goodnight, Nolan. ๐Ÿ’ค๐Ÿ˜ด

07/19/2024

Camera-shy Nevin Kentucky cannot escape the snap-happy Pupparazzi and Mummarazzi. ๐Ÿ“ธ

He is about 5-6 and adoptable to the best-fit family within SE Michigan. Please check prior posts and pinned Featured Posts for a ton of information about his personality, disposition, and temperament.

Although we prefer that Nevin remain local to his current foster family (he does not like travel or crating), our rescue organization adopts nationwide and offers free air and road transport to qualified adopters to most lower 48 states. All our dogs travel in cabin accompanied by a volunteer.

Lego Illinois is dining on a gourmet burger like a true connoisseur. Mustard up the courage to say it: he is eating good...
07/18/2024

Lego Illinois is dining on a gourmet burger like a true connoisseur. Mustard up the courage to say it: he is eating good in the neighborhood!

Lego is a 4 yo ShihPoo who is not yet adoptable.

Kenzo Trotter, Esq., Attorney at Paw, is delivering his closing argument in one of his cases. "Ladies and gentlemen of t...
07/17/2024

Kenzo Trotter, Esq., Attorney at Paw, is delivering his closing argument in one of his cases.

"Ladies and gentlemen of the jury, today we confront a perpetrator who has cunningly disguised their harassment and stalking with false claims of victimhood. Their deceitful actions have caused significant harm, but karma demands justice. Let your verdict stand as a firm rebuke to deception and ensure justice prevails. Thank you."

ADOPTABLE Presenting General Murphy Turner, top dog of the US Air Force! ๐Ÿ›ซ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธHis illustrious career includes overseeing d...
07/16/2024

ADOPTABLE

Presenting General Murphy Turner, top dog of the US Air Force! ๐Ÿ›ซ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ

His illustrious career includes overseeing daring squirrel interceptions and top-secret contraband treat reconnaissance missions, leading morning roll calls with enthusiastic barks, and strategic napping skills.

A master at tail wags and morale boosts, General Murphy Turner's next mission is finding a loving home where he can hang up his dog tags for a life of ease and comfort filled with new adventures.

Who is ready to enlist this 10-11 yo hero into their home? Feel free to look at past posts, including the pinned Featured Posts, for additional information about him.

Apply at lahpstr.com/apply to be considered. We are keen to find a best-fit family for him.

Our intake is closed. As heartwrenching as it is for us rescuers who would like nothing more than to help every single d...
07/14/2024

Our intake is closed. As heartwrenching as it is for us rescuers who would like nothing more than to help every single dog who needs our assistance, we simply cannot take in more dogs currently.

07/13/2024

Saturday vibes at the C: cozy, calm, and carefree. We shall see what shenanigans develop as the day unfolds.

Mirra Turner adoption pupdate!One year already this week! If you recall, we flew Mirra out from Michigan to California t...
07/12/2024

Mirra Turner adoption pupdate!

One year already this week! If you recall, we flew Mirra out from Michigan to California to her other FM, Jennifer, who moved mountains to get Mirra bilateral cataract surgery. Our feisty little beauty is now about 9 years old.

Says Mirra's Mommy: "She loves: treats, Zoomies, sleeping with mom and dad, walks, car rides, going to see her pals Hazelnut [ETA formerly our Logan], Brownie, and mama Jennifer. She doesnโ€™t love: being apart from mom, the doorbell, and loud noises; although the crazy fireworks didnโ€™t bother her. We love her!"

Forever fabulous, Dakota Buckeye, our dazzling Diva, graces the sky with her radiant Pekingese charm.Thinking of you tod...
07/11/2024

Forever fabulous, Dakota Buckeye, our dazzling Diva, graces the sky with her radiant Pekingese charm.

Thinking of you today, Miss Sassy, on your first anniversary in heaven.
07/06/2008 (est.) - 07/11/2023



I spy a one-eyed cutie in these flower beds! โ˜˜๏ธ๐Ÿ’š Ciarรกn Kentucky loves chilling outside when the weather permits.
07/10/2024

I spy a one-eyed cutie in these flower beds! โ˜˜๏ธ๐Ÿ’š Ciarรกn Kentucky loves chilling outside when the weather permits.

In memoriam Lady Bird ๐Ÿ’šWe remember with much love Lady Bird who went to the Rainbow Bridge recently. She joins her Angel...
07/09/2024

In memoriam Lady Bird ๐Ÿ’š

We remember with much love Lady Bird who went to the Rainbow Bridge recently. She joins her Angel K9 brothers, Petey and Emmett, both of whom she adored.

Lady Bird was a rescue dog of about 17 years who filled her home with love and sassiness. As Lady of the house, she made sure everyone pawed the line. Bubbles and Finnegan, her other brothers, knew to respect her authority.

Lady Bird loved car rides, walks and her squeaky Lambie. Although a lady, she had been known to roll in stinky matter, and pull and shred tissues from the trash! As she aged, her tolerance for nonsense waned and she boldly let everyone know the boundaries.

Lady Bird leaves behind a huge void. To her doting Mommy and Daddy, we present our heartfelt condolences. Teri and Scott, may you find solace in the memories of your beautiful and feisty little girl. You gave her an amazing life filled with love. ๐Ÿ’šโ˜˜๏ธ

Lady Bird, run in the light and find Petey and Emmett. Look for my Chele Bean and tell her I said that you are two peas in a pod.

A feel-good story on this day. Amarillo, TXR***r, a now 10-11 yo American Bulldog mix, was reunited with his legitimate ...
07/05/2024

A feel-good story on this day.

Amarillo, TX

R***r, a now 10-11 yo American Bulldog mix, was reunited with his legitimate family SEVEN (7) years after he is believed to have been stolen. His Mom recognized him on a post by the Good Samaritan who had found him. His microchip confirmed his identity.

R***r was running a fever and multiple infections when he was found. It is highly likely that he never went to a vet during the time he was missing. He has since seen a vet and is recovering at his home with his original family.

Moral: never give up looking for a lost animal, microchip your furbabies and regularly check and update the microchip information.

We share below the highlights from public posts and comments. Via Amarillo Pet Lost & Found.

Happy 4th of July to all our amazing rescue supporters! ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธThe 1776 furbabies in our care will be eating extra good in ...
07/04/2024

Happy 4th of July to all our amazing rescue supporters! ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ

The 1776 furbabies in our care will be eating extra good in the neighborhood in celebration of our nation. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ

Happy 1st adopt-aversary to our beloved Aidan Turner! ๐Ÿ’šโ˜˜๏ธIt has been a year filled with love, joy, and countless cherish...
07/03/2024

Happy 1st adopt-aversary to our beloved Aidan Turner! ๐Ÿ’šโ˜˜๏ธ

It has been a year filled with love, joy, and countless cherished moments. We are thrilled to see how beautifully he has settled in, bringing happiness and companionship to everyone around him - Mom; Dad; K9 brothers, Super Duper Cooper and sweet Bentley; and the extended family.

Thank you, Jamie and Anthony, for giving Aidan the forever home he deserves, and your patience as he sought to find his place in your household. Here is to many more years of wagging tails and wonderful memories. ๐Ÿ’šโ˜˜๏ธ

Lego rides in style. He is so fancy!
07/02/2024

Lego rides in style. He is so fancy!

Our rescue mission in action - just look at our blue-eyed pea, Finnegan Turner! He is so loved and has been a source of ...
07/01/2024

Our rescue mission in action - just look at our blue-eyed pea, Finnegan Turner! He is so loved and has been a source of comfort to his family after the recent loss of his K9 sister, Lady Bird. ๐Ÿ’šโ˜˜๏ธ

We are so grateful for our amazing community who understands and supports our rescue philosophy to help dogs like Finnegan who initially came to us with a medical condition. Now, he is out in the world, not only living his best life, but also bringing joy to everyone he meets.

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~~~Lending a Helping Paw for more wagging tails~~~

Lending A Helping Paw is our mission.

Lending A Helping Paw is our duty.

Lending A Helping Paw is our purpose.