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🐾 Rescue Glow Up: Asher

Jul 29, 2025 | By: The PAWtographers

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Breed: Maltese/Shih Tzu Mix
Gotcha Date: September 11, 2023
Adopted From: Shih Tzu Furbaby Rescue
Rescue Location: St. Mary's, GA
Furever Home: Jacksonville, FL

Meet Asher – Small Dog, Big Journey

Asher’s story begins in the most heartbreaking of places: a backyard breeding and hoarding situation in Indiana, where he and 34 other small dogs lived in neglect. At just five months old, he was dirty, matted, underweight—and scared.

It took a caravan of dedicated rescue volunteers from Shih Tzu & Furbaby Rescue to drive those dogs across state lines, finally delivering them to safety in St. Mary’s, Georgia. One of those lucky passengers? A wide-eyed pup named Asher, ready to start his new life.

The Glow-Up

Fast forward to today, and Asher is a totally different dog—well-loved, well-fed, and living his best life in Jacksonville, Florida. He still has some stormy-day worries (we get it, buddy—thunder is rude), and car rides aren’t his favorite thing, but he’s made incredible strides in confidence and trust.

We met Asher not long after his rescue at a Tails & Trails event at the Jacksonville Arboretum—and even then, his quiet bravery and soulful eyes were undeniable. He’s a little shy at first, especially with new people, but once he warms up? Total cuddle bug. He’s curious, playful, and especially loves romping around with his furbrothers—including one adopted from the same rescue. (Double the glow-up. Double the love.)

But It Gets Better!

He and his brothers—Mushu and Cooper—are coming for a family session at our new studio this fall! Of course we’ll follow up with photos. (Because when you’ve got that much personality in one pack, it has to be documented.)

What Makes Asher Unforgettable

It’s the eyes for us. That sweet little head tilt. The way he curls up just a little closer when the world gets loud. Asher may be small, but the love he brings is anything but. His gentle spirit, quiet resilience, and playful heart are the kind of magic you can’t manufacture.

From a backyard in Indiana to a life full of snuggles and second chances, Asher reminds us that even the tiniest dogs can have the biggest transformations.

Tagged & Tail-Wagging

📸 Photographed by: The PAWtographers
🐶 Shoutout to: Shih Tzu Furbaby Rescue

Have We Photographed Your Dog Yet?

If your pup has strutted their stuff at one of our events or had their own private session, you might already be sitting on a Glow-Up story of your own. And if we haven’t photographed your dog yet… why not?! Seriously. Here’s your sign (and it’s shaped like a biscuit). Let’s make magic—and memories—together.

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