10/29/2026
Survivor to Sidekick: Meet Stevie! š¾
If you have been following our rescueās journey, you might remember when we took in 13 dogs from a heartbreaking puppy mill case. Today, we are incredibly proud to introduce you to one of those brave survivors who is officially ready for his happily ever after: Meet Stevie!
Stevie is a 6-year-old, 15 lb black and white Shih Tzu mix. Stevie is completely blind, but he doesn't let that slow him down for a second! Despite his past and his lack of sight, he is the definition of joyful. It truly doesn't take much to make this resilient guy happyāhis favorite things in the world are following his human around the house, keeping your side warm on the couch, and enjoying a good meal (he has a wonderful, healthy appetite!).
Here is the scoop on this sweet boy:
⨠The Good Stuff:
⢠Total Companion: He is a real love bug who attaches himself to his people and loves being right by your side.
⢠Fun & Playful: He loves a good game of tug-of-war! Because he can't see, he relies on his ears and absolutely loves toys that make crinkly, crunchy sounds.
⢠Health: He is neutered and heartworm negative.
⢠Amazing Milestones: He loves exploring the safety of the backyard, does his business outside, and has even bravely memorized and learned to navigate short steps!
š” Stevieās Quirks & Needs:
⢠Fashion Forward: While he goes to the bathroom outside, he does need to wear a belly band while indoors. He is a pro at wearing them!
⢠Eye Care: To keep his eyes comfortable, Stevie is currently on three different daily eye drop medications.
⢠Sensory Preferences: Because he relies so heavily on his hearing, sudden high-pitched noises like squeaky toys scare him. He is also very afraid of the loud, unpredictable movements of toddlers in walkers. Because of this, he needs a peaceful, predictable home without very young children.
š” Thinking about adopting a blind dog? It's easier than you think!
Don't let his lack of sight intimidate youāblind dogs are incredibly adaptable! Stevie already maps out rooms like a pro. Navigating a home with a blind dog just takes a few simple, easy steps: keep your main furniture layout consistent, use a baby gate at the top of long staircases, and let him use his nose and paws to map his new kingdom. You'll be amazed at how quickly he learns your routine!
Stevie has left his past behind and navigates the world with pure love and trust. He is going to make an absolutely incredible, dedicated companion dog.
Ready to show Stevie what a real forever home feels like? Apply today!
You can add his profile link to your post https://www.fawnssmalldogrescue.org/adoptable-dogs/stevie