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MUFFIN - DACHSHUND (SHORT COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION
Dachshund Dogs For Adoption in Hesperia, CA, USA
For Adoption
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Nickname:
Muffin
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Breed
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Gender
Female
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Age
Adult
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Location
Hesperia, CA, 92345 USAUSA
Description
Dog Breed: Dachshund (short coat). The application is the first step in the adoption process, so if you are interested in adopting please fill out the online adoption application first by visiting our website at .dachshundpaws Here's a polished version of the description that keeps the personality and details while improving the flow: Muffin is a beautiful 5-year-old chocolate and tan dapple Dachshund looking for her perfect home. She loves playing with toys and has the typical Dachshund appetite, so her weight should be monitored. Muffin walks nicely on a leash and is potty-pad trained—perfect for those cold desert mornings that, as every Dachshund knows, are simply unbearable! When meeting new people, Muffin can be a little shy and may bark at first, but she warms up quickly once she feels comfortable and secure. She was raised around children and would likely do well in a home with older, respectful kids. Muffin is an alpha female, so she would do best as the only female dog in the home. She gets along well with submissive male dogs and has never had any health issues. She is a sweet, fun-loving girl who enjoys being close to her people. Her ideal home would be one where she can receive plenty of one-on-one attention. While she can live with the right male dog, Muffin would truly love being the center of someone's world. She dreams of long naps on the couch and spending as much time as possible right by her family's side. Muffin‘s adoption fee: $600 We do not have a kennel or facility to visit, all dogs are kept in foster homes until their forever homes are found. Adoption Process: Once an approved application is on file, we will then set up a home visit. At that time we will bring the dog to the home in which you will all be sharing. We ask the entire family to be there that day. If we all agree on the placement, then the dog will stay with you that day. Please visit our website at .dachshundpaws
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Physical Attributes
Coat Length: Short -
Additional Information
Was the Dog Found No Other - Up-to-date on Vaccinations
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Organization name
Dachshund Paws
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Location:
Hesperia, California, 92345 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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