Name: Orson
Gender: Male
Age: Approximately 1yrs

Possible Breed(s): Shih Tzu

How did you become a scholarship pet? 

I was dropped off in an apartment complex and then taken to the shelter.  No one could come near me there, but the people at The Animal Protectorates decided to give me a chance.  I’m trying.

Tell us about yourself?

I am definitely special needs. Out of the more than a dozen people I have met, I only trust a few. I am very insecure and it will take a lot of time and patience to gain my trust. Iwill likely also require sedation prior to grooming for life. Maybe somewhere out there, there may be a special person with no kids, no company and be a huge animal lover willing to take responsibility for me for the next 10-15 years!

How can you meet me?

The very first step is filling out an adoption application.   (Please make sure you get a confirmation that your application has been submitted.)  After your application is received, it’s reviewed and if we may be a match, you’ll be invited to come meet me!

Anything else?

All scholarship pets are spayed/neutered, current on age appropriate vaccinations and microchipped before going to their new home because that’s the responsible way to keep us all safe. Oh and another great thing is that all scholarship pets get 30% off boarding for lifetime at Friendsville Animal Center, LLC.

Is there an adoption fee?

Yes.  While we receive free room and board at Friendsville Animal Center, the adoption fees help to provide food and any medical care we may need during our stay (and pays it forward to other scholarship pets that find their way here).  Here is some information about the adoption fees.