A SWEET & SHY GIRL: Approx. 7 years old / Approx. 14 lbs.
Hi, I’m Leni! I came to Mostly Mutts from a home that had a lot of dogs! We needed help when our dad had to go into hospice care, so Mostly Mutts took me, and quite a few others, into their program. Now I’m ready to find a new home and family of my very own!
• OTHER DOGS/CATS/KIDS: I came in with other dogs, and there is another dog in my foster home, but we mostly ignore each other, so if you have a dog at home already that isn’t looking for a playmate, let’s meet. / I’m also living with a kitty and ignore her too. / I am very scared of young children, so only older, calm kids such as 15+, please.
• PERSONALITY/ENERGY LEVEL: I was very scared when I arrived at the shelter since everything was new to me. I came from a home with many dogs, and I’m still getting used to being loved on and getting the attention that was missing in my former home. I was adopted and unfortunately escaped from my new family almost immediately and was on my own outside in bad weather for over a week. That caused a setback in my learning to trust, but I am making progress despite that and look forward to having my own family! They will need to be very patient with me, but I’m looking forward to a loving and calm family. / My energy level is currently 3-5.
• SKILLS/CRATE/POTTY: I’m currently working on building trust in people and it’s coming along with my foster who is patient and kind. / I sleep in a crate in my foster home but my favorite place is on the couch with a blanket. I’m learning to be a normal household dog and it’s going great! / I’m doing well with my potty manners so long as I am taken out regularly. Due to my escape trauma, I will likely not go out on my own in a fenced yard until that memory has faded, but if you will be consistent with me on a good schedule, I believe I will master my potty skills.
• LIKES/DISLIKES: As I’ve grown more comfortable, I enjoy hanging out with my foster, though I can still be a bit hand shy. My foster mom and I spend time sitting together and I enjoy cuddling with her! Also, I love Pup-Peroni treats so that may help me warm up to my new family. I enjoyed walks before my escape episode and expect they will be less scary again soon. / I do not care for being picked up as it seems that I may not have been handled as softly as I would have wanted to be previously. I wouldn’t want to be rushed into new situations or relationships, so please know that I’ll need extra time to settle in. I also wouldn’t like it if I didn’t get good care and gentle attention in my new home.
• MEDICAL: I'm current on vaccinations, micro-chipped and spayed. I needed a good dental cleaning when I arrived at Mostly Mutts, and I’ve had that now so my mouth is fresh again. I’m currently taking an inexpensive anxiety medication which I may or may not need to continue once I settle into my new home. Since I'm a dachshund, I naturally have a long spine which is subject to injury, so please don't allow me to jump on and off furniture so we can keep me safe and healthy.
I am looking for a loving home that will welcome me as a furry family member! My adoption fee is $299.00, and I’m located in Kennesaw, Ga.
January 3, 2025, 6:41 am
