RUDOLPH - CHIHUAHUA / DACHSHUND / MIXED (SHORT COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Dog Breed: Chihuahua / Dachshund / Mixed (short coat). Adoption Fee: 550. Meet Rudy – A Gentle Soul Ready to Bloom Rudy’s story began in Texas, where he was found in a field alongside a mama dog and several puppies, likely dumped and left to survive on their own. Since being rescued and transported to Minnesota, Rudy has made incredible progress and is slowly learning that the world isn’t such a scary place after all. When Rudy first arrived, he was terrified, unfamiliar with leashes, new people, and even gentle touch. Today, he’s made great strides: he's improving on leash walks, accepting pets with growing trust, and even doing an adorable little dinner dance that will melt your heart. Rudy thrives on routine and learns quickly. He’s potty trained on a schedule (though occasional accidents still happen) and is fully crate trained, his crate is his safe haven and sleeping spot. He arrived overweight, but with a consistent routine and healthy habits, he’s on the path to a healthier weight. While Rudy is still skittish, especially with sudden movements or attempts to pick him up, he is learning to trust through patience and kindness. Because of his sensitivity, a home without small children would be best. He's especially cautious about being touched near his lower back and tail, but his foster is helping him work through it with gentle desensitization. Rudy loves the company of other dogs and gets along well with both big and small pups. He may grumble a bit like a “fun police” when things get rowdy, but he means no harm and lives peacefully with all his furry housemates. He hasn’t met cats yet. Rudy doesn’t show much interest in toys but enjoys chewing on bones and can be vocal at times. It's just his way of expressing himself! This sweet boy has come so far and is ready for a calm, patient, and loving home where he can continue to flourish. Could that be you? If you are interested in getting to know this animal better, please fill out an adoption application. An adoption application is the best way to show your interest in an animal and is not a binding contract. To learn more about Ruff Start’s adoption process and the care our foster animals receive, please visit our How to Adopt page. If you are unable to adopt but want to help this animal and others in our care, you can donate to support the medical and veterinary needs of all Ruff Start Rescue animals.

• Physical Attributes

  Coat Length:	Short
  Likes to Vocalize:	Some
  Altered	Yes

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Kids:	Yes
  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  Energy Level:	Moderate
  Activity Level:	Slightly Active
  Exercise Needs:	Moderate
  Obedience Training:	Needs Training
  Other:	Not Good With Large Dogs Crate Trained Housetrained Good in a Car

• Personality

  Personality Characteristics

  Timid Skittish Gentle

• Additional Information

  Was the Dog Found

  No