Linus

He is a shy boy, just needing patience and love to get him out of his shell.
He's the sweetest baby and it breaks my heart I can't properly care for him like he deserves.

Pet's Name: Linus
Dog: Primary Breed: Dachshund
Birthdate (an estimate is okay): 03/2024
Age Category: Young
Where did you get your pet?: Family member
Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.): 06/2024
Gender: Male
Size (at full-grown): Small
Weight (in pounds, at full-grown size): 10
Primary Color: Brown
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: Loves tug of war, stuffed animals, and naps.
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?: No
What commands does your dog know?: No formal commands except sit but could learn.
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?: He does fine in short periods. He gets excited when he sees me again.
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?: Unfamiliar dogs, yelling or loud noises, and being left alone for long periods.
Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?: Stuffed animals for sleeping.
Medical History and Care:
Vaccinations up to date
Spayed or Neutered
House/Litter-Trained
Microchipped
Special Diet
Special Needs
Never Vetted
Unknown
Does your pet have any history of health issues or medical conditions that potential adopters should be aware of?: No.
Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.: Did not like my friends dogs but plays just fine with a litter mate another family member owns. He just barks aggressively at my friends dogs.
How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? : I brush him weekly, trimming once a month, and bathing as needed.
Does your dog have a dental care routine (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)?: No.
Personality:
Playful
Constant Companion
High Energy
Medium Energy
Low Energy
Stubborn
Timid
Needs Training
Friendly to Strangers
Good with Other Dogs
Good with Young Children
Good with Cats
Bonded Pair
Requires A Fenced Yard
Crate Trained
Purebred
How is your dog with other dogs?: Selective: Gets along with some dogs but not others.
How is your dog with cats?: Not sure: Haven't had enough interaction to determine.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?: He is very sweet, loves a good nap, and won't let you go to the bathroom alone.
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: Patience and love for him to get out of his shell. He is so sweet just timid and scared at first.
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?: He has the sweetest facial expressions that will melt your heart.
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?: Personal Problems
Details about rehoming reason (if needed): Going through extremely hard times and can't care for him and give the attention he deserves.
If applicable, do you have the legal right or necessary permission from the breeder or rescue organization to rehome this pet? :
Not Applicable
Yes
How long will you be able to keep your pet before you may need to consider surrendering him or her to a rescue?: Two weeks
Who is your veterinarian?: N/A
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?: Small bits dry food. The small bits are preferred but will eat regular size food if not available.
Do you currently have pet insurance?: No
Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State: Cordell, OK
Zip Code: 73632
How did you hear about us?: Google Search
Service Level: Courtesy Listing: Self-Managed (Free)