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Available for Adoption · 20230307
Daisy8 (Bonded with Rufus4)
16 Years 10 Months · Female · Dachshund (short coat)
Bonded with Rufus4
Crate TrainedNo Large DogsnoSmallDogsOlder Kids OnlyOngoing Medical Needs
At a Glance
Age16 Years 10 Months
SexFemale
Weight16 Pounds
BreedDachshund (short coat)
CoatShort coat
EnergySlightly Active
ExerciseLow
BarkingSome
GroomingLow
SheddingModerate
TrainingHas Basic Training
OwnerBreed experience preferred
HomeIndoor Only
Living With Daisy8 (Bonded with Rufus4)
Needs to be the only dog
Not suited to homes with cats
Older kids only
No fenced yard needed
No special needs
House trained
Adoption Fee
$200.00
About Daisy8 (Bonded with Rufus4)
Daisy is a 15-year-old, quiet little girl with soulful eyes, who is bonded with Rufus. Both pups can take time to warmup, but once they know you, they are sweet and loving. Daisy is the more laidback of the two but can be led astray by her brother from time to time! They are hoping for a quiet home with experienced owners, and no young children.
Environment
They are crate trained and house trained too. The pair prefer doing their business and getting exercise in their own back yard, so a fenced yard will be needed. They don't necessarily need someone who works from home since they are fine in their crates.
Pets & People
Daisy prefers the company of Rufus, and the pair would do fine as the only dogs in the home. However, they are accepting of other dogs as long as introductions are done slowly and approached with love and patience. Separation should continue at mealtimes as she isn’t shy about taking other dogs’ food. With new people it’s a similar story—she needs time and patience. Once she accepts you, she just wants to be petted and loved.
Health
Daisy is deaf and has a heart murmur for which she is receiving palliative care. Rufus is important to her as her bonded partner and as her "emotional support animal". The cardiologist recommended a diet free of legumes (currently eats Royal Canin Mature Adult). Luckily, she takes her medicine very easily, but should be sedated for vet care or stressful situations.
Location
Daisy and Rufus are available for adoption from Wheaton, MD. They are a little whiny in the car but will quiet down eventually.
Please email doxelovr@gmail.com with any questions or complete an adoption application at the link above. The adoption fee for Daisy has been waived due to her health and comfort care requirements.