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Please ensure you understand and can meet the needs of this dog before applying.
â— Energy level: medium
â— Potty trained: yes
â— Fenced yard needed: preferred but not required
â— Shared walls ok: yes
â— People: all ages (older kids or no kids recommended)
â— Dogs: yes with proper boundaries
â— Cats: yes
â— Other: Gus has mild resource guarding around food bowls and certain toys. He needs a home where pets respect designated bowls and boundaries during mealtimes and play.
Overview
Looking for a loyal companion who’s equal parts adventure buddy and couch potato? Gus the dachshund might be your perfect match.
Gus is a sweet, cuddly boy who’s about 7 years old and weighs 36 lbs (currently on a weight loss journey). He was surrendered to Little Paws and is ready to find his forever family. This handsome long-haired guy sports a beautiful brown, black, and white coat and has a personality that’ll steal your heart. His foster describes him as one of the easiest fosters they’ve ever had and truly the best boy—even his vet recently praised what a great temperament he has!
Environment
Gus is a wonderfully balanced boy who loves his daily walks but is equally happy cozying up on the couch or in bed with you (big bonus points if you’ll let him sleep under the covers!). He’s already potty trained and crate trained (though his foster uses a pen), making him an easy addition to most homes. While he’d enjoy having a backyard to explore, it’s not a dealbreaker—he’s adaptable and does well with regular walks and playtime. He’s comfortable in homes with shared walls as he’s not excessively noisy—he barks a little, and really only when he needs something.
Gus is great on leash and pays no mind to other people or dogs while out and about. He’s perfectly content being left alone when needed, but his favorite thing is following someone around the house—he just wants to be near his people! This happy boy is always wagging his tail and smiling, ready to be your loyal shadow.
Pets & People
Gus is a people-loving boy who adores attention from everyone he meets. He’s been around school kids and playgrounds and has done beautifully. While he hasn’t had direct interactions with young children and pets together, he’d likely do fine—though a home with older kids or no kids would be ideal given his food and toy boundaries.
Gus gets along wonderfully with other animals, including dogs and cats. He lives harmoniously with a Great Dane at the moment and minds his own business on walks, never barking at or fixating on other dogs. However, Gus does need a home where pets respect personal space during meals and certain play times. He has mild resource guarding around his food bowl and his favorite fox toy, so he thrives in homes where animals have designated bowls and aren’t constantly taking things from each other. He has no interest in bothering other pets if they aren’t bothering him, and he doesn’t go after their things. His foster separates pets during feeding time, and he does completely fine with this routine.
Gus has one quirky fear worth mentioning: he’s not a fan of electric scooters. But otherwise, he’s a brave, confident boy who takes new experiences in stride.
Health
Gus is currently working on becoming a lean ween. He’s on a diet to reach a healthier weight, but otherwise has no medical needs.
Location
Gus is available for adoption from Charlotte, NC and he’s great in the car, so he’s happy to travel to meet his new family. Please email qwallace@littlepawsdr.org with any questions or complete an adoption application at the button above. The adoption fee for Gus is $325.
Please ensure you understand and can meet the needs of this dog before applying.
â— Energy level: medium
â— Potty trained: yes
â— Fenced yard needed: preferred but not required
â— Shared walls ok: yes
â— People: all ages (older kids or no kids recommended)
â— Dogs: yes with proper boundaries
â— Cats: yes
â— Other: Gus has mild resource guarding around food bowls and certain toys. He needs a home where pets respect designated bowls and boundaries during mealtimes and play.
Overview
Looking for a loyal companion who’s equal parts adventure buddy and couch potato? Gus the dachshund might be your perfect match.
Gus is a sweet, cuddly boy who’s about 7 years old and weighs 36 lbs (currently on a weight loss journey). He was surrendered to Little Paws and is ready to find his forever family. This handsome long-haired guy sports a beautiful brown, black, and white coat and has a personality that’ll steal your heart. His foster describes him as one of the easiest fosters they’ve ever had and truly the best boy—even his vet recently praised what a great temperament he has!
Environment
Gus is a wonderfully balanced boy who loves his daily walks but is equally happy cozying up on the couch or in bed with you (big bonus points if you’ll let him sleep under the covers!). He’s already potty trained and crate trained (though his foster uses a pen), making him an easy addition to most homes. While he’d enjoy having a backyard to explore, it’s not a dealbreaker—he’s adaptable and does well with regular walks and playtime. He’s comfortable in homes with shared walls as he’s not excessively noisy—he barks a little, and really only when he needs something.
Gus is great on leash and pays no mind to other people or dogs while out and about. He’s perfectly content being left alone when needed, but his favorite thing is following someone around the house—he just wants to be near his people! This happy boy is always wagging his tail and smiling, ready to be your loyal shadow.
Pets & People
Gus is a people-loving boy who adores attention from everyone he meets. He’s been around school kids and playgrounds and has done beautifully. While he hasn’t had direct interactions with young children and pets together, he’d likely do fine—though a home with older kids or no kids would be ideal given his food and toy boundaries.
Gus gets along wonderfully with other animals, including dogs and cats. He lives harmoniously with a Great Dane at the moment and minds his own business on walks, never barking at or fixating on other dogs. However, Gus does need a home where pets respect personal space during meals and certain play times. He has mild resource guarding around his food bowl and his favorite fox toy, so he thrives in homes where animals have designated bowls and aren’t constantly taking things from each other. He has no interest in bothering other pets if they aren’t bothering him, and he doesn’t go after their things. His foster separates pets during feeding time, and he does completely fine with this routine.
Gus has one quirky fear worth mentioning: he’s not a fan of electric scooters. But otherwise, he’s a brave, confident boy who takes new experiences in stride.
Health
Gus is currently working on becoming a lean ween. He’s on a diet to reach a healthier weight, but otherwise has no medical needs.
Location
Gus is available for adoption from Charlotte, NC and he’s great in the car, so he’s happy to travel to meet his new family. Please email qwallace@littlepawsdr.org with any questions or complete an adoption application at the button above. The adoption fee for Gus is $325.
