Special Shitzu Mix - CJ
(Indianapolis, IN, USA)
I have MS and wanted a dog that was small enough that I could have on my lap and would not hurt me but that was not so fragile that I had to worry about hurting him. When my Maltese Shitzu mix CJ came into my life, I instantly fell in love. He was a three pounds when I got him and an instant snuggle bug. He knows when I hurt. He is very in tune to how I am doing from day to day. He is also my motivation to stay mobile because I love to take him on walks when I am able.
It is amazing to me to see so much personality in such a little dog. He has a thing for teddy bears. They are bigger than he is, but he loves to sleep with them. One day I found my Shitzu mix sitting in front of the patio doors looking out and he had drug both of his bears so that they could look out the window as well. It makes you wonder what is going on in their little minds.
I highly recommend this breed to anyone who is dealing with a long term debilitating illness. Having them around is sure to make you smile.