Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
Story
In December of 2024, there were three puppies abandoned in a garbage bag at a disposal site. It could have ended in a horrific accident, but we were able to save these young pups. After spending some time at the city shelter, we were able to find a foster for our In-Jung. At the first foster home, it was a young 30s foster single lady. When she came back from work one day, she noticed that In Jung was scratching his eyes a lot. We sent him for an exam the next day and after a few days of testing and monitoring, the doctor recommended surgery to remove the eye.
In-Jung is a healthy, energetic, and incredibly affectionate young Dachshund/Terrier mix with a bright personality and a love for life. His sparkling eyes, playful spirit, and endless affection make him impossible not to love. He enjoys giving kisses, cuddling on the couch, and asking for belly rubs. Intelligent and eager to learn, he already knows sit, down, crate, and wait, and he picks up new routines very quickly.
While he may be a little shy around unfamiliar people or loud noises at first, he adapts quickly with patient guidance and positive experiences. He loves nose work games, enjoys being close to his family, has no separation anxiety, and sees his crate as a safe place. With his loving personality, playful energy, and willingness to learn, In-Jung is ready to become a wonderful lifelong companion for an active family.
Medical Notes: one eye surgically removed
Good with women: Yes
Good with men: Yes, a little shy of men at first but warms up quickly
Good with kids: Yes, he has become comfortable around children. He shows little interest in them but is not fearful or aggressive.
Good with dogs: Yes, he is very social and eager to meet other dogs. He loves initiating play by pawing and playfully bumping into them.
Good with cats: Unknown, he has shown little interest when passing cats outdoors
House trained: Yes, primarily indoor potty trained using pee pads, but will also go to the bathroom outdoors during exercise
Crate trained: Yes, he knows the "crate" command, sleeps in his crate, and uses it as a safe place whenever he feels nervous
Energy level: Med/high - In-Jung is an active, athletic puppy with excellent stamina who loves to run, play, and explore
Barker: Sometimes, generally quiet indoors but will bark when he hears unfamiliar noises or movement outside the home or near the dog park
Flight risk: Moderate, he may try to squeeze through gates or dart out an open door to stay close to people. He understands "sit" and can wait at doors, but careful supervision is recommended.
Food aggressive: No, he has never shown resource guarding. He may try to grab treats quickly if he thinks they'll be taken away, but he responds well to the "wait" command and patiently waits for permission.
Walks on leash: In progress, he is becoming comfortable on leash. He occasionally chews the leash at first but settles quickly. He currently goes for walks every other day and also enjoys about 30 minutes of running and enrichment games at home.
Rides well in car: Yes
Destructive: No destructive behaviors have been reported
Needs a home with a yard: Not required, but he would certainly enjoy a securely fenced yard where he can run and burn off his energy
Needs a home with another dog: Not required, but he would likely enjoy having a playful canine companion because he loves interacting with other dogs
Can live in an apartment: Yes, he can do well in an apartment if he receives plenty of daily exercise and mental stimulation. His family should be aware that he may alert bark at unfamiliar noises outside. Please visit our website niagaradogrescue.com to learn more about this amazing pet and to see other available dogs.
