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WINNIE OC - DACHSHUND (SHORT COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION
Dachshund Dogs For Adoption in Los Angeles, CA, USA
For Adoption
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Nickname:
Winnie OC
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Breed
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Gender
Female
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Age
Senior
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Location
Los Angeles, CA, 90024 USAUSA
Description
Dog Breed: Dachshund (short coat). Adorable and good natured Winnie, senior tweenie, gets along with everyone and every animal she's met so far. She is potty trained and suitable for apartment living or a house. She would be a great companion for someone who works, or has another dog who is lonely, or a senior owner.
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Physical Attributes
Coat Length: Short Grooming Needs: Low Likes to Vocalize: Quiet Altered Yes -
Behavioral Characteristics
OK with Kids: Yes OK with Dogs: Yes OK with Cats: Yes Energy Level: Low Activity Level: Slightly Active Exercise Needs: Low Fence Required: Not Required Owner Experience Required: Breed Other: - Leash Trained
- Crate Trained
- Housetrained
- Good in a Car
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Personality
Personality Characteristics - Obedient
- Affectionate
- Eager to Please
- Intelligent
- Even-Tempered
- Gentle
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Additional Information
Was the Dog Found Yes Other - Up-to-date on Vaccinations
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Organization name
Dachshund Rescue of Los Angeles
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Location:
Los Angeles, California, 90024 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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