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Meet Nitro

Location: Troy MO
Adoption Fee: $550

Nitro is a 3 month old male long haired black and tan Mini dachshund puppy that is currently around 6.5 pounds.

This beautiful black and tan long haired dachshund boy is just a delight!! He is such a sweet and sensitive boy who loves attention and lots of snuggles. He has a calm nature and seems to adapt quickly to changes in his environment. He recently moved to another foster home and quickly picked out his new buddy, the largest dog in the home. He loves other dogs but the special love and attention from humans is his favorite thing.

He is all puppy so he is playful and loves toys. He can be quick and doesn’t understand that feet could hurt him, so for that he is a trip hazard. The dachshund breed is known for that long body and care must be taken to protect his back. So no jumping off furniture for this boy. Stairs/ramps to furniture is advised. Stair wedges can be made or purchased to help protect his back.

Nitro has been vetted and will need to continue his puppy vaccination series. The vet found him to be a healthy puppy with Giardia which he is currently half way through his treatment and will be completed before he is ready to go to his furever home. He will start on monthly Heartworm prevention on the first of the month. He is microchipped and up to date on vaccines.

Nitro is just a puppy so potty training can be expected when adopting a puppy. Time, patience, and consistency along with rewards for good habits is recommended. Going out upon waking, every hour, after eating/drinking, and last thing before bed is a good starting point.

Nitro is currently enjoying his Nulo puppy kibble, Freeze dried raw toppers, and healthy treats. He should remain on a higher quality puppy food up to a year of age then gradually advanced to adult food.

Proper playtime and exercise is important to strengthen his body as he grows. Time and length appropriate walks are a great way to accomplish this. He is still a small puppy so proper rest time is also important.

Because of his age and size, Nitro has not yet been neutered. His adopter will be responsible for having the procedure completed at the appropriate age. Leia’s Hope Canine Rescue will provide a credit directly to the adopter’s veterinarian to help with the cost of his neuter.

We are a volunteer run rescue and all our dogs are in foster homes. Please allow 7-10 business days for processing applications.

A puppy is a commitment that may last 15 years or longer. Applicants should carefully consider the time, expense, training and lifestyle changes involved in raising a puppy before applying.

Nitro is located in Troy, Missouri. Applicants must be willing to travel to Troy. We do not transport or ship dogs. Those flying must bring Nitro home with them in the airplane cabin; he will not be permitted to travel in cargo.

Leia’s Hope Canine Rescue is a foster-based, volunteer-run rescue. An approved application is required before meet-and-greets. Applying does not guarantee adoption, and applications are reviewed to find the home that is the best fit for each individual dog.

Additional adoption information and applications can be found at leiashope.org.