Southern Furbaby Rescue

Southern Shih Tzu Rescue, Inc (SSTR) is a 501(c)3 public charity organization. ALL volunteer, small rescue organization, located in central Alabama. SSTR is dedicated to the rescue and rehoming of Shih Tzu, as well as other toy breeds in the area. We work in conjunction with local shelters and other rescue groups to aid in placing needy furbabies in loving, caring FOREVER homes.

Every year, for a variety of reasons, Shih Tzu (and other Toy Breeds) in this country find themselves in need of new homes. Sometimes they are lost, abandoned or dumped at shelters. Sometimes owners must give up their dogs for various reasons; medical problems, moving into retirement homes, new baby, divorce, allergies, new house, nipping at the children, etc. And, sometimes they are rescued from commercial breeding facilities, commonly referred to as "puppy mills".

SSTR takes in any shih tzu regardless of age, health and/or temperament, when funding allows. Unfortunately, we are currently limited on funds and foster homes. Due to these limitations, we are forced to limit the number of babies we help.

All shih tzu are placed in foster care for evaluation and vet-work, which includes: spay/neuter, vaccinations and treatment of all other medical issues, based on vet recommendation (heartworm treatment, dental work, hip surgery, eye surgery, liver shunt surgery, etc...)

SSTR also participates in local animal welfare events, promoting the education of animal welfare, prevention of abuse/neglect, spay/neuter programs and encourage people to adopt shelter and rescue pets, reducing the number of animals killed in shelters.

We look forward to a world where our relationship with animals is guided by compassion and seek a truly humane society in which animals are respected and where the human-animal bond is strong.

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