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Peanut

  • Senior
  • Male
  • Small

About Peanut

Sandy, UT

Physical Traits

Senior
(8+ years)
Male
Small
(0-25 lbs)
Coat: Short
Golden

Behavior

Personality
Affectionate, Curious, Friendly, Funny, Independent, Loyal, Protective, Quiet, Loves Blankets
House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Peanut’s Compatibility

    This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

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Peanut's Story

Do you own an unreasonable number of fleece blankets? Does every couch, chair, and dog bed in your home have at least one? If so, congratulations—you may already be well on your way to be pre‑approved to adopt Peanut. Peanut is a quirky, cuddly 10 to 12 year old chiweenie who believes blankets are a lifestyle. His favorite place in the world is burrowed underneath one, preferably pressed right up against his human. He’s a champion snuggler, a short‑walk enthusiast, and a firm believer that dinner should never—ever—be late. If you’re five minutes behind schedule, expect dramatic side‑eye and a quick round of indoor parkour to remind you of your responsibilities. As a senior gentleman, Peanut has completed all of his wellness checks and is in good spirits. He does have a small heart murmur, which is common for dogs his age, and his radiant little smile comes courtesy of the teeth he still proudly has—he wears it well. He gets along well with humans and most dogs, and he’s generally a friendly little guy out in the world. He can be a bit protective of his food and high‑value treats, so he should be separated from other pets during mealtimes or special snacks. He’s had a couple of grumpy moments with another dog in his foster home—nothing unusual for a small senior with big feelings—but he’s easily managed with awareness and routine. Peanut has seen cats on walks and is curious but not reactive. With slow introductions and supervision, he could likely coexist peacefully with a calm feline roommate. If you’re looking for a dog who will make you laugh daily, keep your blankets warm, and bring a whole lot of personality into your home, Peanut is your guy. Adopt him today and enjoy life with a tiny comedian wrapped in fleece.<br/><br/>Peanut is currently being fostered in Utah.<br/><br/>Rocky Mountain Dachshund Rescue (RMDR) has foster families in Colorado, Nevada, Utah, Montana, and Wyoming. Please check the dog’s location before your apply to adopt them. You will need to pick them up. RMDR DOES NOT TRANSPORT THE DOG TO YOU or transport them across state lines.<br/><br/>The Colorado Department of Agriculture requires that all dogs entering PACFA-licensed facilities have a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (CVI) issued by an accredited veterinarian within 30 days of entry. Dogs over three months of age must also have proof of a current rabies vaccination, including the vaccination date, manufacturer, and serial number listed on the CVI. Puppies must receive parvovirus and distemper vaccinations at least 14 days before entry.<br/><br/>These PACFA requirements may affect the adoption fee. For questions, please email us at contact@rmdr.org.<br/><br/>At RMDR, adoptions are not first-come, first-served—we carefully place each dog in the home that best fits their needs. Applications are usually reviewed within 48 hours. Every RMDR dog is spayed/neutered, microchipped, and current on vaccinations.<br/><br/>If you’d like to be considered, please start our online adoption application here: https://rockymountaindachshundrescue.com/adopt

Do you own an unreasonable number of fleece blankets? Does every couch, chair, and dog bed in your home have at least one? If so, congratulations—you may already be well on your way to be pre‑approved to adopt Peanut. Peanut is a quirky, cuddly 10 to 12 year old chiweenie who believes blankets are a lifestyle. His favorite place in the world is burrowed underneath one, preferably pressed right up against his human. He’s a champion snuggler, a short‑walk enthusiast, and a firm believer that dinner should never—ever—be late. If you’re five minutes behind schedule, expect dramatic side‑eye and a quick round of indoor parkour to remind you of your responsibilities. As a senior gentleman, Peanut has completed all of his wellness checks and is in good spirits. He does have a small heart murmur, which is common for dogs his age, and his radiant little smile comes courtesy of the teeth he still proudly has—he wears it well. He gets along well with humans and most dogs, and he’s generally a friendly little guy out in the world. He ca

Do you own an unreasonable number of fleece blankets? Does every couch, chair, and dog bed in your home have at least one? If so, congratulations—you may already be well on your way to be pre‑approved to adopt Peanut. Peanut is a quirky, cuddly 10 to 12 year old chiweenie who believes blankets are a lifestyle. His favorite place in the world is burrowed underneath one, preferably pressed right up against his human. He’s a champion snuggler, a short‑walk enthusiast, and a firm believer that dinner should never—ever—be late. If you’re five minutes behind schedule, expect dramatic side‑eye and a quick round of indoor parkour to remind you of your responsibilities. As a senior gentleman, Peanut has completed all of his wellness checks and is in good spirits. He does have a small heart murmur, which is common for dogs his age, and his radiant little smile comes courtesy of the teeth he still proudly has—he wears it well. He gets along well with humans and most dogs, and he’s generally a friendly little guy out in the world. He can be a bit protective of his food and high‑value treats, so he should be separated from other pets during mealtimes or special snacks. He’s had a couple of grumpy moments with another dog in his foster home—nothing unusual for a small senior with big feelings—but he’s easily managed with awareness and routine. Peanut has seen cats on walks and is curious but not reactive. With slow introductions a

How To Adopt

Peanut was listed as Adoptable by Rocky Mountain Dachshund Rescue
How can I adopt Peanut?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Rocky Mountain Dachshund Rescue. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.
How can I find out if Peanut is a good fit for me?
Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to Rocky Mountain Dachshund Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet Peanut?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Rocky Mountain Dachshund Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Peanut, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Rocky Mountain Dachshund Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!
Rocky Mountain Dachshund Rescue's Adoption Policy
Everyone is asked to review this. Please review the following so you will understand what we are looking for when processing adoption applications. This is geared toward the success of the adoption and permanent placement of the dog. They don’t deserve to be bounced around. We want to make the best match possible for you and the dogs with Rocky Mountain Dachshund Rescue. The goal is to find them their forever family and forever home. 1. Clean and cared for yard with no holes in the fence (secure area for dog to explore and potty) 2. Fence should be permanent and 5-6 feet tall and solid: wood, chain-link, cinderblock, or vinyl (not chicken wire for example) 3. Homes, apartments, mobile homes or condos with private fenced yards or courtyards work for dachshunds, but when you have shared walls with neighbors (barking), no fenced area (getting lost as they run or wander), stairs and no ramps (it’s hard on their backs/IVDD)–for dachshunds, this raises concerns, but your intent to take care of them is what matters. There’s plenty to learn along the way 4. Adopters need to be over age 23 5. Should not be planning to crate them for over 4 hours 6. Regular potty breaks, dog door they take themselves, walks or letting them out regularly 7. Working full time away from home isn’t a good fit for a dachshund. They love and need to be with their people. 8. Every dog with Rocky Mountain Dachshund Rescue has a back story and like every dog needs patience and unconditional love 9. Things considered include age of children in household and their experience with dachshunds. Dachshund and toddlers often don’t mix well. Dachshunds may nip if they are not treated with respect 10. Non-smoking household 11. Meet and greet with the dog(s) in your family required 12. Stairs and furniture–Willingness to use a baby gate to block the dachshund from using them. Carrying them up and down the stairs. When you pick them up, supporting their chest and under their stomachs to protect their backs (prone to IVDD) 13. All dachshunds think they can fly, jumping off couches and beds. Ramps and training your dachshund to use them is encouraged Dachshunds are part of the hound family, were bred as hunting dogs to hunt badgers. Characteristics such as ears folded forward (to keep dirt out), good scent detection, digging and a loud bark were valued in the development of the breed. They will bark. They may or may not dig, but they will almost certainly burrow under the blankets and they usually want to be with you.

Peanut is from Rocky Mountain Dachshund Rescue

[Sandy, UT]

Our Mission
Helping dachshunds in need of a new home get the care they require and find loving forever families.
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