Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs,
Needs special attention,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Woody7 years old9 poundsFostered in Fayetteville, NCShort list: No kids under 12, no high energy dogs, needs a calm dog buddy, someone home more than not (part-time/hybrid OK), calm home, had IVDD surgery 3 years ago and wears a belly band for urinary incontinence, no apartments/condosWoody is an absolute cutie with a heart as big as his personality. Once he falls in love with his people, he loves hard — the kind of loyal, devoted love where he won’t want to leave your side. If you’re looking for a constant companion, Woody is your guy.When meeting new men, Woody often takes a minute to accept them, usually barking and growling and acting ferocious in a way in typical dachshund style. But after a bit of time, especially after meeting them a few times, Woody accepts them as part of his pack and is their BFF. He will need a new family that is willing to work through these rough introductions and instruct visitors to give him space. Because of this, he needs a family with no kids or regular visitors under 12. If his new family has a man in it, they should be patient and willing to accept that it will likely be a rough few days till Woody trusts him.A few years ago, Woody had surgery for IVDD (Intervertebral Disc Disease), which left him with some incontinence. Because of this, he wears a belly band and does great with it. He’ll need an understanding adopter who’s comfortable managing his incontinence, but it’s just part of his routine now. He will come with a full wardrobe of reusable belly bands. He walks with a slight wobble, but it doesn’t slow him – he runs and plays and even stands up on his hand legs when he thinks he’s not getting enough attention. Check out the video in the comments to see how he walks.Woody landed in rescue when his owner was no longer able to take care of him. He had lived most of his life with another dog and we were prepared to take both dogs into our rescue – keeping them together as a bonded pair. Sadly, the owner gave away the other dog so in addition to losing his family, Woody lost his best friend. We are looking for a family that has a calm dog that can be his emotional support dog. However, fast-moving dogs of any size are not his style and he will bark at them.Woody is one of the biggest love bugs that’s landed in our arms in a while. And in true dachshund style, he wants to be the center of attention. Once you are one of his people, he Always wants to be in your lap or snuggled up close. He absolutely adores being petted and dotted on. And if he thinks he’s not getting enough attention, he will jump up on your leg to remind you that he is the most important person (in his mind anyway) in the universe.Because he loves so deeply, Woody likes his people where he can see them and has a bit of separation anxiety. We’ve found he does much better his people leave the house in a puppy pen than a crate – he comes with his very own pen, as well. He would do best with a family home more than not – part-time or hybrid would be fine. He also needs a single family home, no apartments or condos.Woody is UTD on shots, neutered, had a dental, microchipped and HW negative. His new family will need to drive to Fayetteville to adopt him – no transports. We prefer families in NC, VA, SC, eastern TN, DC area, WV, and northern GA. To get the process started, fill out an application at www.doxiebyproxy.org/application.Woody is incredibly devoted, affectionate, and full of personality. In the right home that can help him learn to accept strangers and manage his incontinence, he will be the most loyal little shadow you could ever ask for — your lap warmer, your walking buddy, your heart dog.
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