Fritos

Adoption fee: $750
Meet Fritos: Bet You Can’t Cuddle Just Once!

5 years old - 8 lbs. - Shih Tzu mix - Low shedding coat

A Little Snack with a Whole Lot of Love

Some dogs steal your socks. Fritos steals the five minutes you were supposed to spend getting ready for work. This sweet Shih Tzu mix is an expert at turning “I really need to get up” into “Okay, just one more cuddle.” His signature move? Lifting his head, gazing into your eyes, and settling right back onto your chest as though your calendar is merely a suggestion.

At five years old, Fritos offers a wonderful balance of mellow companionship and playful enthusiasm. He bonds quickly, follows his person from room to room, and has a gentle way of asking for affection. Sometimes he’ll request a pet; sometimes he’ll hop into your lap and make himself comfortable. Once the cuddles begin, he’ll look at you with utter devotion before closing his eyes and soaking it all in.

Equal Parts Couch Companion and Adventure Buddy

Fritos is happy to match the mood of the household. Relaxing on the couch? He’s available for snuggle duty. Reaching for a toy? Suddenly, he’s ready for fetch or tug! He loves squeaky toys, especially his little lamb, and takes his tennis-ball enthusiasm quite seriously. Sturdier, dog-safe rubber balls are a better match for him than traditional tennis balls, which he can dismantle quickly.

Don’t let his love of lounging fool you: this little guy enjoys an adventure. He completed an eight-mile urban hike with friends and four other dogs, happily investigating the scenery before settling down beautifully for a picnic. He also travels wonderfully on trains, buses, BART, and in the car. His approach to public transportation is simple: ride quietly and see how many new friends might offer pets.

On walks, Fritos generally doesn’t pull, but he does believe every interesting tree deserves a thorough investigation. Attempt to rush his research, and you may discover that this easygoing fellow has some firm opinions about sniffing time.

A Social, Gentle Soul

Fritos has made lovely canine friendships in foster care. With his foster’s small resident dog, initial introductions grew into playing, licking, and snuggling together. He was gentle with her and clearly enjoyed her company. He also spent time with a six-year-old Goldendoodle and handled that introduction with the same mellow, friendly attitude.

He happily accepted pets from a child around six years old. A family with older children who can appreciate his affectionate nature could be a lovely fit.
His sweetness extends beyond seeking attention. When his foster wasn’t feeling well, Fritos stayed close with a paw resting on their lap. He’s an attentive little companion whose favorite place is beside someone he loves.

A Day in the Life of Fritos

Mornings begin with a little play and some very necessary bed cuddles, followed by a roughly 30-minute walk and breakfast. After another round of affection and a few treats, his foster heads to work while Fritos relaxes loose in the apartment.

When his person returns, he’s ready for a longer walk, followed by fetch or tug and some couch time. Dinner is around 5:30 p.m., with a final walk around 9:30 before bedtime. Naturally, the evening concludes with more cuddles.

Fritos prefers settling near his person to spending time in a crate. Although he scratched at the door briefly on his first day, he soon settled into the departure routine. With a few treats before his foster left, he did well at home without barking or damaging things. His joyful welcome-home yelps are brief, and then he’s ready to reconnect.

Good Habits and a Few Little Quirks

Fritos is housetrained in his foster home. He had some overnight accidents and marking during his first few days, but those resolved as he settled in with a consistent routine and brief use of a belly band. His adopters should give him the same patience and regular potty opportunities while he adjusts to a new home.

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