Looking for a Loving, Experienced Home for Millie

Miniature Dachshund

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Miniature Dachshund1 year1

£300

Shannon A.

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️ Looking for a Loving, Experienced Home for Millie she is the grey colour Dachund in the pictures. Millie will be 2 years old in November and has been spayed. I am sadly looking for a suitable, loving and understanding home for her, where she can receive the patience, time and support she deserves. Millie hasn't had the best start in life, and I believe her past experiences have contributed to the anxiety and behavioural difficulties she struggles with today. I took her on without being made aware of the extent of her issues. Her previous owner was rehoming multiple dogs of different breeds I think she was puppy farming and after concerns about the situation, I reported them. It has been heartbreaking to realise that Millie has clearly struggled and needs more help than I am currently able to give her. Millie is a very anxious, nervous dog who can startle easily. She is particularly protective of her home and will bark when unfamiliar people come into the house. She can be frightened of strangers and needs people to give her space, patience and time to approach them in her own way, rather than trying to touch her straight away. On walks, Millie can be absolutely fine, provided strangers respect her boundaries and don't approach to touch her without allowing her to feel comfortable first. She does not bark at other dogs. Her main difficulties are her anxiety, her fear of unfamiliar people entering the home and her need to feel safe and secure in her surroundings. Millie currently lives with my two other dachshunds and is crate trained. However, because she is used to living with us and our other dogs, she may struggle with separation and being left alone, particularly in a new home. Moving to a different environment and being away from the people and dogs she knows could understandably make her anxiety worse at first. She may need a gradual transition, reassurance and someone willing to work patiently with her to help her settle and learn to feel safe. I cannot say for certain how she will react, as she has not experienced this situation with a new owner, but it is something a potential home needs to be prepared for. One positive thing I have noticed is that Millie has been able to cope well in certain situations without us present. For example, when she went to the vets, including when she was spayed, she was fine with the vet without any of us there. This gives me hope that, with the right person and approach, she may be able to build confidence outside her familiar surroundings. This is not a decision I have made lightly. I have a four-month-old baby, and unfortunately, my multiple sclerosis has taken a turn for the worse. I am struggling with my health, and I feel I cannot give Millie the level of time, consistency and behavioural support she needs to help her overcome her fears. I love Millie, and this is not because she is a bad dog. I genuinely believe she is a dog who has been let down by people in the past and needs someone who understands anxious dogs and is prepared to help her feel safe. I feel awful having to consider rehoming her, but I also have to think about what is fair to Millie and what I can realistically provide for her.

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LocationHalstead, Essex

Pets in litter1 female

BreedMiniature Dachshund

GenerationP

Age1 year, 10 months

Ready to LeaveAvailable now

Microchipped by collection dateHealth Checked by a vetParents are health testedWorm and flea treatedVaccinations up to dateKC registered by collection

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Adv. TypeFor sale

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Miniature Dachshund 1

Female£300

Pros

Loyal and affectionate with strong bonds to their family

Highly intelligent with a playful and fun-loving personality

Distinctive low-shedding coat that is manageable with regular care

Adaptable to both apartment living and country homes

Cons

Stubborn streak makes training a challenge requiring patience and consistency

Prone to back problems requiring careful handling and veterinary attention

Can suffer separation anxiety if left alone for long hours

Strong prey drive demands secure containment and recall training

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