Tyrone's adoption fee is $300.
The only thing miniature about Tyrone is his size; he should have been named Mighty Mouse by the shelter. Tyrone is a wee dachshund, tipping the scales at 10 pounds but he is packed with energy and personality. He was found by campers as a stray in the Quebec Laurentians, so we have to guess at his age (between 6-7 yrs.)
Tyrone has been dealing with colitis, but still maintained his house training and it has not affected his happiness or constant wagging tail. He is presently being treated for his colitis with a liquid steroid and probiotics and is being slowly reduced on the steroid dosage. It is felt the colitis has been caused by stress, and the condition could re-occur in his lifetime. Our hope is that the probiotics will control the colitis without the use of steroids. Should it be necessary, the steroid medication is $25 - $35 per month.
This little love bug will need an active family and he is easy care, but needs walks to keep him happy and a secure yard would be necessary. His bark also defies his diminutive size. He will let everyone know "I’m here", and then will settle in. He will tour the property with his nose; but never let you out of his sight. Apartment life is not for this boy, for both his voice and energy levels. He does however love to sit on your lap where he feels warm and secure. He watches TV with my husband every evening...
He gets along very well with the other breeds in his foster home, so he would be fine with other dogs regardless of size. Tyrone is cautious of strangers invading his personal space and will snap if approached too quickly. If you let him come to new people at his own pace, he loves everyone he meets. If Tyrone has a choice, he will choose women over men when first meeting, however will sit and watch TV with everyone. He was having excited piddles when he first arrived, however this behaviour has settled down nicely.
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