PIPPI PEAPOD *LOCAL* - DACHSHUND / MIXED (SHORT COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Dog Breed: Dachshund / Mixed (short coat). Adoption Fee: $685. To apply to adopt this dog now, complete our adoption application HERE To see our upcoming events where you can meet some of our dogs, please see HERE Age: ~ 11 months (as of 4/24/26) Weight: 12 lbs (as of 1/24/26) Location: RI This dog has been spayed/neutered, is up to date on shots, on heartworm preventative and is microchipped. Meet Pippi – The Gentle Homebody With a Big Heart Pippi is a sweet, sensitive Southern girl who has come a long way since arriving in foster care. With her trusted people, she is affectionate, funny, and easy to live with—she loves curling up in your lap, building little “nests,” snoozing in her crate, and following her favorite person around the house. She doesn’t need much to be happy: a cozy home, a calm routine, and humans who listen when she says she’s unsure. Pippi is still learning that new people—especially men—can be safe. When she’s uncomfortable, she’ll tell you with barks, backing away, and very expressive ears and tail. She prefers that visitors ignore her at first and let her come to them on her own terms. Once she feels secure, she recovers quickly and shows her silly, sweet side. She also does very well with other dogs, even large dogs, and could be an excellent second or third dog in the right home. Pippi’s ideal home is quiet and predictable , with adults (or patient, dog-savvy older kids) who are happy with a homebody dog rather than a “take everywhere” companion. A fenced yard is strongly preferred so she can explore and play without the stress of busy streets or lots of handling. She would likely thrive with a single person or a family who understands shy, under-socialized dogs and is committed to slow introductions, positive reinforcement, and letting Pippi set the pace. If you’re looking for a sweet, loving, deeply loyal little shadow and are willing to give her the time and space she needs to trust, Pippi will repay you by becoming someone’s very special heart dog. An adoption donation is required for each adoption; please see HERE for more information about this. To apply for this dog, fill out an adoption application on our website: Adoption Application - SOS Animal Rescue League in Rhode Island (sosarl) **Additional info you should know - For most of our dogs, we are only guessing at predominant breed or breed mix. We get to know each of our dogs as an individual and do our best to describe and place them based on personality not breed label. Some dogs may not yet be in New England, nor ready for immediate adoption. There may be additional vetting, quarantine, waiting periods and/or fees depending upon your state of residence. If you have questions or concerns on any of this, you can discuss this with your Adoption Counselor.

• Physical Attributes

  Coat Length:	Short
  Grooming Needs:	Low
  Likes to Vocalize:	Some
  Altered	Yes

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  Energy Level:	Moderate
  Activity Level:	Moderately Active
  Exercise Needs:	Moderate
  Fence Required:	Not Required
  Obedience Training:	Needs Training
  Other:	Crate Trained Good in a Car Likes to Play with Toys

• Personality

  Personality Characteristics

  Playful Affectionate Eager to Please Intelligent Even-Tempered Gentle Goofy

• Additional Information

  Was the Dog Found	No
  Other	Up-to-date on Vaccinations