Pippin was orginally purchased off of Craig's List, but the woman who bought him already had a dog and the dog was very aggressive with Pippin.  This is one of the reason we require that you bring your existing dog to meet wtih your new adoptee at our shelter.  We want to make sure the dogs get along before you get them home and have this type of issue.  Okay, I'm off my soapbox now.

Pippin likes other dogs and cats, he also likes to play fetch, he is crate trained and housetrained.  He can be a little shy at first, but once he gets to know you he will be your best friend forever.

 

Foster Update 09/10:  Pippin is a tiny bundle of energy.  He is a big 7 pounds, but he thinks he's much larger!!  He is a spunky and very affectionate little guy.  He enjoys playing outside, loves children and chasing after his toys. He is adjusting quite well as the first day we brought him home he was shaking with fear.  You definitely wouldn't know that now as he is the "prince" of our home. Pippin would make a great addition for anyone wanting a dedicated companion.

According to www.dogbreedinfo.com, the Dachshund (pronounced dak sund) originated in Germany many hundreds of years ago. "Dachs" is the word for badger. The Dachshund was bred to hunt and follow these animals to earth, gradually becoming highly evolved, with shortened legs to dig the prey out and go down inside the burrows. Smaller Dachshunds where bred to hunt hare and stoat. Dachshunds have many "terrier" characteristics. They are versatile and courageous dogs and have been known to take on foxes and otters, besides badgers. Lively and affectionate; proud and bold, almost rash. Tenacious. Can be willful and clownish. Curious and mischievous, they are very clever and may attempt to train the owner rather than allow the opposite. Devoted to his family, some fanciers feel the long-haired variety is calmer than the other two types. The wire-haired variety is more outgoing and clown-like. All are slightly difficult to train. Dachshunds are good dogs to travel with. They are best with older, considerate children and are moderately protective. These little dogs like to bark (their barks are surprisingly loud for their size) and are compulsive diggers. They are generally okay with other pets, however, they can be jealous, irritable, obstinate and very quick to bite. Sometimes they will refuse to be handled. They should not be over fed, for this breed tends to gain weight quickly. They have a life expectancy of 12-15 years.