STRMN Shih Tzu Rescue of Minnesota

Rescue, Rehabilitate, Rehome

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STRMN rescue a Shih Tzu

in need. You may make a

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STRMN at P.O. Box 46562,

Eden Prairie, MN 55344

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Shih Tzu Rescue Of Minnesota
P.O. Box 46562
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
www.shihtzurescuemn.org

RESCUING SINCE
2007!

2024 RESCUE REUNION

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Photos are
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MEET AND GREET
OUR AVAILABLE DOGS

First Saturday of every month
10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Petco Southtown location
7995 Southtown Dr.
Bloomington, MN 55431
(next to the MacDonald's)
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In Memory

STRMN Shih Tzu Rescue of Minnesota

"He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog.
You are his life, his love, his leader.
He will be yours, faithful and true,
to the last beat of his heart.
You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion."
~ Author Unknown ~

2024 through Present

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Thanks to Shih Tzu Rescue of Minnesota, Cota was rescued

from a home in North Dakota where he was left outside year

round. At age 2 he was adopted and lived a princely life to

age 16. In his later years he spent the cold months in Florida

where he loved his walks and looking out the lanai. He was a

joy to all!

CODA
Posted: February 2024

MUFFIN
Posted: March 2024

We got our sweet Muffin July 15th, 2015 at the age of 5

years old through Shih Tzu Rescue of Minnesota. She gave

us so much joy. She wasn’t one to give kisses, and definitely

had a mind of her own. She loved her walks and meeting

people, and she also traveled with us. She always was there

to greet us when we got home from shopping or wherever

we had been, even for short periods of time.

We had our little girl for just 9 years, and she will be missed

for a long time. The house is extremely empty without her.

We want to thank Diane and the rescue for all the

exceptional things they do to find forever homes for these

wonderful dogs.

Mary and Rich H.

KANDI
Posted: April 2024

Kandi, was a fun loving girl, that had a tail that never stopped moving! She was our “happy girl”.

Although she lived in a house with no children, she loved kids, and whenever kids would walk by our

house she was always quick to join them for a walk or play time. Halloween was her favorite time

of the year, she would get her “Witches Hat” clipped into her hair and she would sit by the door

waiting for the kids to come; and after the years the kids would refer to our house as “Kandi’s

House”. Kandi’s constant companion was Tucker, Tucker is the calm to Kandi’s storm and sass.

Kandi is missed by all who knew and loved her, and especially Kari. Ward, and Tucker!

CHIPPY
Posted: May 2024

In Memory of Chippy March 13, 2024

Chippy came to our rescue as a one year old pup in March 2013. I knew he was special, and had a

very hard time letting him go and not adopting him myself. He was adopted by Sara Hallquist.

They were the perfect match and he was her furry companion for many years. Sadly Chippy

passed away in March 13, 2024. Sara gave Chippy such a good life: he was on the go, paddle

boarding and going on all kinds of excursions and adventures. He even had his own instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/chippstagram

Sara said this: "I am thankful that his last hour was with me. He has been such a blessing and a

gift to me. The pain and grief is immense, but I would not trade it for anything as he brought me so

much joy."

We miss you Chippy!

Tanya, Brian and Truman Van Beeck

SAMMY
Posted: July 2024

Sammy Steen (9) of Chanhassen, MN passed away at his home on June 25th, 2024 surrounded by his

loving human family.

He was the second oldest of 3 dog brothers in his adopted home. He was proceeded in death by his

previous owner, and two uncles (Teddy and Rudy Steen). He is survived by Jill Steen-Botros (mother),

David Botros (dad), Ann Steen (Mimi), Doug Steen (papa), Matt Steen (the uncle he never liked), and

2 Havanese brothers (George Douglas and Henry).

Our hearts are empty as we write this. He was an amazing one of a kind dog.

On June 25th Sammy passed away unexpectedly in his mom’s arms. He only suffered a few minutes

before crossing the rainbow bridge. He had been diagnosed with CHF, but had a clean work up 2

weeks prior at the vet. Losing a pet is always difficult but we were expecting at least 2-4 years more

years with him. Sammy passed in the car on the way to the ER in his mom’s arms and his Papa next

to him.

Sammy had a love for food. His favorites were: McDonald’s French fry’s, carbs of any type, chicken,

and bananas. He was also often cranky when there was food around that was not being shared with

him. His begging screams could be heard miles away. We miss the begging and the first meal without

him was too quiet.

Sammy was a sweet and loving 9 year old purebred shih tzu that was learning how to be a dog the

moment he was adopted 11/01/22. We are forever grateful for his foster Debbie. Without her, we

would have never known the shih tzu that we needed so badly in our lives.

At each vet check up, the staff could not believe the progress he had made. Up until the day he died

he was independently climbing 3 sets of stairs, potty trained, and loving anyone that would walk by.

He was a loving boy who just wanted to snuggle and be a loyal companion to his humans.

His gorgeous hair was maintained with nightly pampering of brushing and teeth cleaning (he had very

stinky breath). His favorite things were: Carbs , boat rides, car rides, and spending his days with his

Mimi. He loved sharing pancakes with his Papa at breakfast, and wedding planning with his mom’s

fiancée.

He is deeply missed by his family and those who were blessed to meet and spend time with him.

We have confidence that we will be reunited with him one day. Until then… tears will be shed, our

hearts will learn to heal, and the sweet memories we have will remain imprinted on our hearts

forever.

HERBIE
Posted: August 2024

Herbie, adopted by Tom and Jeanne in October, 2015 and passed away in July, 2024. He was

approximately 12 or 13 years old.

Nine years ago, Shih Tzu Rescue of Minnesota brought Herbie and our family together. He was a

“one in a million” dog, and has been a constant source of joy. He was a world class cuddler and

fierce protector. Herbie had a great imagination, much like that of a little boy. In his mind he took on

criminals and wild animals. The only thing stopping him then, was a leash. There's nothing stopping

him now.

Unexpected heartbreak: Our finest furry friend, Max, passed

away peacefully today at the veterinarian’s office after

discovering he had severe and incurable heart failure.

He was born somewhere around 14 years ago into a tiny

body but had the heart of a lion (with the spirit of a cranky

old man who wanted you off his lawn). He had a prodigious

ability to lounge, making himself cozy whenever something

soft presented the opportunity. He loved whatever we were

eating and asked for it incessantly by snoring at us. He

made us laugh several times a day.

If there was any one thing he loved more than food, it was

Nancy. He would wait for her by the door, allowing all other

humans to pass until his beloved appeared. Then, he often

followed her around so closely his chin would get clipped by

her heels. We often joked that if Max was a compass, Nancy

was his true north. (Witness Max in his happy place on a

“walk” below.) Max was again in his happiest place in his

final, peaceful moments, well fed with ample treats and in

the arms of his favorite human.

We’re going to miss that tiny beast.

MAX
Posted: November 2024

Patches, our sweet girl, had an adventurous, kind, and playful nature. She made many cross country

road trips, loved camping and hiking - including being carried while she saw the sights, and kept

careful watch over our children as they grew. She is deeply missed and celebrated!

Thank you STRMN for matching us together - it was a beautiful decade and a half of licks, snuggles,

and chortles!"

PATCHES
Posted: August 2024

This sweet boy entered our lives in 2013 for a reason, he

was an angel in disguise after we lost our precious

daughter. Tebow might have been little but he had a heart

larger than life and captured our hearts immediately. He

loved his toys especially ones that squeaked and loved

playing catch with his small tennis balls, he let you know

when he wanted to play and you couldn’t avoid his

suggestion as he would remind you with a bark that he

wanted to play.

I couldn’t believe that something so little could offer so

much unconditional love to our family. After my husband

passed away Tebow was alone during the day while I was

at work so I decided he needed a companion and adopted

Cody through the rescue, they bonded right away and were

inseparable and the best of buddies. Cody is missing his

brother too.

Tebow’s loved going on walks, being held and cuddled and

rewarded me with many wonderful, precious doggie kisses.

He also seemed to know when I desperately needed these

kisses too. He was always by my side and I felt comfort

knowing he was near.

Tebow
Posted: January 2025

Tebow crossed over the Rainbow Bridge on

January 25, 2025 and my heart will forever be

broken but I am so thankful that I was chosen to

have this sweet precious boy come into my life

and I often think he enriched my life and saved

me rather than me saving him!

Thank you to his foster mom, Tanya VanBeeck

and the Shih Tzu Rescue of MN for having the

confidence in me and my husband to allow us to

adopt this sweet boy and give him a loving home

for 12 years. Tebow gave us so much love

during those years and I’m forever grateful!

I’ll miss you forever my sweet boy, thank you for

loving me!

Our sweet Chloe passed on December 16th. She was 15 1/2 years old. We became her foster family

in 2013 and fell in love and adopted her! Chloe was a character and thought she was a cat or big dog

depending on the day. She schooled all of the labs as puppies and as grown dogs. She loved our lake

home and and enjoyed our drives down to our Florida house. We will miss her quirky ways and loving

personality.

Chloe
Posted: February 2025

February 12th Phoebe crossed over to Rainbow Bridge. As you can see by the picture below she was

VERY well cared for and loved by her owner PJ Benson. I often babysat for PJ and I thought these two

beautiful dogs were so gorgeous considering their early years (Mona was a mill dog and in fact, she is

still living but for how long I don't know. She's already very old and will miss Phoebe something fierce).

Because they were so lovely I had nicknamed them "The Calendar Girls". Phoebe developed bladder

cancer and like the amazing resilient upbeat dog that she was, she was always chattering and enjoying

her food right up to her last day. On one occasion I told PJ looking at Phoebe was like looking right into

her soul. She would have intense eye contact with you as if she was reading your mind. I know I will

miss having her come and stay for several days at a time. I can't begin to imagine how PJ (and her

partner) and Mona must be feeling. She will definitely be missed by many. Such a beautiful dog......

~Foster Mom Jane

Phoebe
Posted: February 2025