GUTHRIE - DACHSHUND / MALTESE (LONG COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION
Dachshund Dogs For Adoption in Rootstown, OH, USA
For Adoption
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Nickname:
Guthrie
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Breed
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Gender
Female
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Age
Senior
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Location
Rootstown, OH, 44272 USAUSA
Description
Dog Breed: Dachshund / Maltese (long coat). Adoption Fee: $175.00. Little Guthrie was caught on the streets of Youngstown by some good Samaritans and taken to the pound. He was so deeply matted that he had to be anesthetized so he could be shaved down. His teeth were rotten and we will see how many he will have left after he gets a much needed dental soon. Whatever his previous life was, he did not get the care needed. The other hurdle we are trying to help him overcome is that he will not hold his urine for extended periods of time. He keeps his belly band dry at night, and doesn’t have accidents if someone is around and lets him out every few hours or so, but when his foster mom is gone and puts one on him, he will wet in his belly band. If he’s crated, he will rub his little nose red trying to get out. We are working on this situation, but he may just need to wear bands whenever his owners leaves and have them changed when they come home. We suspect part of the neglect he experienced previously was having to wear them all the time and not changing them if they became soiled. It may just be what got accustomed to after his former owner couldn’t or simply didn’t take him outside and that’s all he knows how to do. A forever home where someone is around most of the time would be ideal for our little man. Other than that, Guthrie’s a sweet old guy still got quite a bit spunkiness when the mood strikes him - especially when his person comes home or at mealtime. He loves his foster mama, long naps on the couch and treats! Does this little guy sound like someone you could open your heart and home to? We expect him to be recovered from his dental and ready to be adopted in mid-December. You can easily fill out an adoption application by clicking here: adoption application. For anyone viewing this on Petfinder, if you are interested in adopting this animal you will need to go to our website .rosesrescue to fill out the online adoption application. You can usually find more pictures of the animals there too. Click on our name "Roses Rescue" in blue above to be taken directly to our website.
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Physical Attributes
Tail Type: Long Coat Length: Long Grooming Needs: High Shedding Amount: None Altered Yes -
Behavioral Characteristics
Energy Level: Moderate Activity Level: Moderately Active Exercise Needs: Low Other: - Yard Required
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Personality
Personality Characteristics - Affectionate
- Gentle
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Additional Information
Was the Dog Found No
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Organization name
Rose's Rescue
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Location:
Rootstown, Ohio, 44272 USAUSA
Breed overview
Dachshund
A.K.A.: Teckel, Dackel, Wiener Dog, Sausage Dog, Hot Dog Dog, Badger Dog, Weenie Dog, Dashie, Doxie, Perro Salchicha, Bassotto, Dachs, Dachshund Dog, Kaninchenteckel, Zwergteckel, Mini-Dachshund, Miniature Dachshund, Standard Dachshund, Toy Dachshund, Standard Teckel, Miniature Teckel, Rabbit Teckel, Kurzhaar, Langhaar, Rauhhaar, Smooth-haired Dachshund, Long-haired Dachshund, Wire-haired Dachshund, German Badger Dog, Wiener, Sausage, Hotdog, Teckels, Doxies, Dashies, Sausage Dogs, Wiener Dogs, Badger Dogs, Long Dog, Ground Dog, Low Rider, Longboi
Overview:
The Dachshund, affectionately known as the "wiener dog," is a fascinating breed originating in Germany, primarily bred to hunt badgers and other burrowing animals. Their most distinctive physical characteristic is their long, low-slung body and short, muscular legs, a feature perfectly adapted for tunneling. They come in three coat types – smooth, longhaired, and wirehaired – and various sizes, from miniature to standard. Temperamentally, Dachshunds are known for being courageous, curious, and often quite playful, with a surprising amount of energy. While they are intelligent, their independent nature can make training a delightful challenge. Their small size and relatively low exercise requirements make them well-suited for apartment living, and they can be wonderful companions for families, though early socialization is key, especially with children and other pets. Regarding health, their unique body shape predisposes them to intervertebral disc disease (IVDD), so careful handling and weight management are crucial.
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