My name is Sam!

FOREVER HOME NEEDED

Introducing Sam! He is a 1-year-old, 21 lb dachshund mix who came to us from an overcrowded shelter in CA. He is currently living in a foster home. In his foster mom’s words: “Sam is a squishy, squeezy, kissable, lovable loaf of sweet bread and an all-around good boy.”

Sam is a very sweet and playful boy! He loves playing with toys and tennis balls and he can keep himself entertained tossing them around, but really loves when you play with him, too. After a relatively short burst of play time energy, he is ready to relax for a long nap on the bed or couch. He enjoys being included in family time, whether that is hanging outside, lounging on the couch, cashing in on frequent belly rubs, or at bedtime. He is a big-time cuddle bug and would love a home that lets him sleep in bed with them and hang out on the couch. He loves giving and getting kisses.

He has not exhibited any separation anxieties while staying in foster. He has been fine left alone, crated or uncrated. He does have an affinity for chowing down on things he shouldn’t - pieces of socks, pieces of soft toys, and cardboard egg cartons being his favorite. He is house trained and doggie door trained. If he doesn’t have free access outside via doggie door, he will whine and meet you at the door to be let out when needed. He has a curious nature and needs a secure backyard where the fence meets the ground as he gets curious if he can see/smell under fences and may try going on his own adventure. He loves exploring the yard and burying his treats (unsure if he remembers where he puts them though!!).

He can be a bit shy with new visitors and tends to bark at them but will calm down when you show they are trustworthy. It’s been easier for him to meet new people when you pick him up for a slow intro. He is a charmer though and everyone will love his sweet personality. He is otherwise a very quiet dog.

He would be fine being the only dog soaking up all the love you have to give or having a similarly sized companion to play with. He enjoys playing with toys with other dogs, as long as any high value toys or treats aren’t stolen from him during solo enjoyment. Being a young pup, he can be a little jumpy, but it is actually rather cute.

Sam would prefer a home where extensive car travel is not a frequent occurrence, as long trips can make him car sick. He has had pretty good luck on motion sickness medication, but he’d prefer shorter rides or to hang at home when possible.

Sam is UTD on vaccinations, microchipped, and neutered. His adoption fee is $500.