From Puppy Mill Survivor to Little Nest Builder—Macie Is Ready for Her Safe Place 🐾💛
Here's What You Need To Know:
- Pending Adoption? no
- Pet's Location: london , N6H 5C4
- Pet's Age: 4 Years 9 Months
- Pet's Size: small
- Pet's Gender: female
- Pet's Color: white with brown or chocolate
- Pet's Breed: Shih Tzu
- Pet good with dogs? no
- Pet good with cats? no
- Pet good with kids? no
Organization:
- Name: animalert pet adoption inc.
- Address: P.O. Box 24042, London, ON N6H 5C4
- Site: http://www.animalert.ca
Macie’s journey started in hardship, but she’s discovering what freedom feels like.
Rescued from a puppy mill, this 4.5-year-old Shih Tzu mix has embraced her second chance with surprising resilience. Now safe, she’s learning how good life can be—soft beds, gentle hands, and the comfort of a predictable home.
Why Macie Feels So Special
🐾 4.5 years old—young adult with so much potential
⚖️ 4.5 kg—tiny, portable companion
🐶 Crate trained and house trained
💛 Loves snuggles, laps, and affection
🏡 Enjoys calm, structured environments
Her Personality
Macie is a little dog with a big personality shaped by her past.
She is affectionate and loves being close to her people—often happily curling up in laps or settling in nearby for comfort. She also has a playful, quirky side, especially when she gathers toys, socks, or soft items to create her own “little nest.”
However, she is still learning emotional safety in a home environment. Macie can be selective with other dogs and may show fear-based reactivity toward visitors, including barking or snapping at pant legs when overwhelmed.
With patience and structure, she continues to grow in confidence.
✨ Affectionate
💛 Sensitive
🐾 Quirky
🌿 Learning to trust
The “Recovery & Routine” About Macie
Macie will thrive in a calm, predictable home where she can feel secure and understood.
She does best when she has:
- A steady routine
- A quiet environment
- Clear boundaries and gentle guidance
She is not suited for homes with other dogs and would do best with older, understanding children or adults only.
What She’s Looking For
✔️ A calm, stable home with minimal chaos
✔️ No other dogs in the household
✔️ Older children or adult-only environment
✔️ Patient adopters who understand fearful behavior takes time to heal
Adoption Details
💰 Adoption fee: $750
📍 Location: London, Ontario
📩 Apply here: https://www.animalert.ca/apply/dog-adoption
She is spayed, vaccinated, microchipped, heartworm tested, and has had a dental. Adoption fee includes her full medical records.
The Heart of Macie
Macie isn’t looking for a perfect home—just a safe one.
A place where she can finally relax her guard, keep her little treasures close, and learn that the world doesn’t have to be scary anymore.
In the right hands, this once-forgotten girl will become something truly beautiful: a loyal, loving companion who finally feels at home.
