Max - Dachshund (short coat) Dog For Adoption

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iately. But give me just a day or two to figure out that you're one of the good ones, and I promise you — I will become your most devoted little shadow. Once I feel safe? I am all in. Lap cuddles, sun-soaking sessions, nose pressed against the window watching the world go by — this is my daily agenda, and there's room on the schedule for you. I walk great on a leash, I'm reliably house trained, I've made friends with dogs and even tried to befriend the cat, and I eat my meals like clockwork. I'm 3 years old, I weigh 11 lbs, and I am a whole lot of love in a very small package. My Ideal Home I do best with someone who is home often — an older couple or a single person who wants a close companion. I'm good with other dogs and cats, and I warm up well to both women and men once I've settled in. A calm, patient household where I have time to decompress is where I'll truly thrive. A Few Important Things to Know I need a slow introduction: I'm not a walk-in-and-immediately-love-you kind of dog. Give me a day or two to figure out that I'm safe. During that window, move calmly, let me set the pace, and don't rush into my space — I'll come to you. Fear-based nipping: When I'm scared or startled, I may nip. Early in my foster home, I nipped when my kennel was opened before I was ready. Once I trusted my people, that behavior stopped entirely. It's never aggression — it's anxiety. My forever family should be comfortable handling a dog who's still learning to trust, and willing to move slow and let me adjust on my timeline. Door darter: I will absolutely try to make a break for it when a door opens. A heads-up and a leash near the door are a must. Destuffer: I take toy destruction seriously. Skip the stuffed toys and plush bedding — non-stuffed options only, and we're golden. Vocal: I have opinions and I will share them. Not constantly, but I will absolutely let you know what's on my mind. What I Bring to the Table I'm 3 years old — young enough to have plenty of good years ahead, old enough to actually sleep through the night (in my crate, like the gentleman I am). I love hard once I love you. My foster family has watched me go from scared and uncertain to cuddly and content, and they'll tell you: the dog underneath all that initial nervousness is incredibly sweet. If you're the patient, home-a-lot type who's looking for a little guy who will eventually become your whole world — hi. I'm Max. I've been waiting for you. If you know I'm your forever pup, fill out an adoption application at daretorescue/adoption-application — and don't forget to put my name on your application! Can't adopt but want to help? You can sponsor my care while I wait for my forever home — donate at daretorescue/donation or send a check payable to DARE: DARE | PO Box 21161 | Tampa, FL 32210

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