Adopt a Dachshund / Miniature Pinscher / Mixed (short coat)

Rambo was picked up by animal control after running loose for over a week.   He was terrified and had to be trapped to catch him.   It took him a while to recover from being abandoned and trust people again but he finally is doing better.    We think he is a mini dachshund/mini Pinscher cross and is probably 5-6 years old.   He was not neutered when he came to rescue and his teeth were in horrible condition.    He had dental treatment when he was neutered, teeth cleaned and many infected teeth removed.    The remaining teeth were crowded and damaged from previous problems.  After a month his periodontal disease returned with bleeding and ulcerated gums.  The vet recommended removing the rest of his front teeth and leaving his back molars.  

Rambo is very affectionate with his person.   He wants to be a lap dog and prefers sleeping near his person.  He is content sleeping on his own bed.  He can be nippy, especially if he is frightened (typical of this breed) although without front teeth he can't do much. Because of this and his small size we prefer to place him in a quiet home where he will not be in contact with small children.   He likes to play with toys, is good on lead and enjoys going places although he still gets worried that he is going to be left alone again. 

Rambo is completely house trained although he doesn't like to go outside in rain or cold weather.   He gets along well with other dogs of all sizes.    He is very good at escaping so should not be left alone outside in a fenced yard without supervision until he gets familiar with his new home.   We think he would be a wonderful companion for somebody who is retired and wants a small dog who thinks he is a watch dog.   

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