Coco9

Please ensure you understand and can meet the needs of this dog before applying. Energy level: medium  Potty training: trained Fenced yard: preferred but not required Shared walls: not  People: all Dogs: all, loves cats too Other: senior with arthritis and old sternum injury, picky eater, soft food only Overview   Looking for a sweet senior companion with plenty of personality? Coco the chocolate and cream dachshund might be your perfect prissy princess. Coco is a precious 13-year-old purebred dachshund with a gorgeous chocolate and cream coat. She weighs about 9 lbs and is working on gaining weight. This gentle girl came to Little Paws when her owner went into hospice care. Despite her senior status, Coco is sweet, gentle, prissy, and still playful! She's got spunk and character, and she'll let you know exactly what she thinks about things.  Environment   Coco has a medium activity level and enjoys short walks and playtime. She's fully potty trained and loves her walks, doing beautifully on the leash. A fenced yard would be wonderful for her but isn't absolutely necessary if you're committed to regular outdoor time. This chatty girl is quite the conversationalist and isn't suited for homes with shared walls—she likes to make her opinions known! She doesn't love being crated, preferring the comfort of being close to her people. She can be left alone for a little while and does just fine. Coco is wonderful in the car and loves car rides, making her a great travel companion. Pets & People   Coco is great with all people and has had no issues with strangers. She's friendly, social, and happy to meet new friends wherever she goes. With other animals, Coco is absolutely delightful. She loves dogs both big and small, and she even lived happily with two cats! Coco is a picky eater with specific dietary needs. She can't eat hard food and will likely need to have all her teeth removed soon, so she requires soft food only. If you keep her food consistent, her sensitive stomach does just fine. Health & Special Needs   Coco has arthritis in her hip and an old sternum injury. Sometimes she'll yelp if these areas are touched the wrong way, so she needs gentle handling around those spots. She has a dramatic reaction to having her feet touched—she's not aggressive about it, but she will pout to let you know how she feels! She has a sensitive stomach, but as long as her food stays consistent, she does well. She's currently underweight and working on gaining a healthy amount. Coco also has a grade 1 heart murmur. Her medical needs are manageable with the right care, and she still has so much love and joy to give. A family experienced with senior dogs would be ideal for this special girl. Location   Coco is available for adoption from Hendersonville, NC. Please email twoodward77@yahoo.com with any questions or complete an adoption application at the button above. The adoption fee for Coco is $250.