Adopted
| Breed | Dachshund |
| Color | |
| Age | Baby |
| Gender | Male |
| Size | Small |
| Coat Length | - |
| Adoption Fee | - |
Characteristics
Health
House-trained
Good in a home with
Mr. Monkey's story is more common these days than we'd like to think. Our vet in West Virginia reported that an older gentleman came in to inquire about vetting for his puppy, who was suffering from flea bite dermatitis. During an awkward intake exchange, he suddenly thrust the dog at the receptionist and left abruptly, leaving no name or contact information. Sadly, it is probable that the man simply did not have the money to pay for treatment.
Despite being moth eaten, the little dog whom the elderly man left behind was a striking puppy - tri-color with medium length hair, exceptionally sweet, and greatly bewildered. Our veterinary practice contacted our organization, offering to help with fostering this dear dog if we would help him find a home.
Our first impression of Mr. Monkey was his partly comic, and partly very pitiful grin - he has an unusual way of "smiling" by curling his lips back to expose all his teeth as well as his gums, which does make him look an awfully lot like a monkey.
In those first few days, poor Mr. Monkey was extremely unsure of himself, and he expressed his fears by cowering and "smiling" pitifully.
Now, well beyond those days of worry and mistrust, Mr. Monkey still "smiles" - but, happily, with profound joy. He routinely breaks into a beaming smile when he is having a wonderful time - it seems to be a unique facial expression.
Extremely tactile, Mr. Monkey is also now a champion cuddler. He is still cautious in new situations, but he is filled with joyful expectancy, and he bounds about after his toys with exuberance and abandon.
We are guessing by his size and coloring that he is a long-haired Dachshund mix. His legs are longer, and, as you can see, his ears are shorter, but he is very long-bodied. His coat is now shiny and full; his eye contact is open and curious. He is very comfortable with other dogs, and wonderful with cats and kittens. He has received a unique kind of socialization during the days he comes to "work" at the veterinary practice, where he greets clients and their pets with a timid, but heartfelt welcome. He is still a bit uncertain about boy children, but because he has come to see the world as a much safer and quite fun place, he is willing to warm up even to boys.
Mr. Monkey has endeared himself to all of us, because his story was one of great courage. He was an extremely frightened and submissive puppy who was willing to exchange his fears for trust, and we are proud of him.
All in all, Mr. Monkey is a charming little fellow who will become a wonderful companion after a little investment of love and kindness. We have promised him that we will find him a good home -- we owe it to him and to his former owner, who was so sad at giving him up.
Below are two versions of our application:
