Dachshund - Doxie

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T inker is a male dachshund mix about 3 years old. He was adopted from the Downey California pound on December 16, 2003. In their own words: "THIS IS A VERY HIGH-KILL SHELTER". When my previous dachshund Tinker Toy passed away in her sleep at nearly 16 years of age I really felt the greatest honor that that I could pay her was by saving another dog in her name. Tinker has brought a great deal of joy and peace of mind into my life. He gets along just fine with my shih tzu Tippy. I believe most breeders are decent people and pure bred dogs are great. However, as long as one dog waits death in a pound our priorities most be focused on adoption and rescue. The rewards for both you and the dog will be just wonderful.

T he best way to explain Tinker is that he seems to have a lust for life. In the morning he charges around and jumps like wild when I get ready to take him out. It is hard for me to read the paper in the morning as he sits with me in the recliner and showers me with kisses. Do you think he realizes he came within days of being put to sleep?
If you have an opinion regarding Tinker's mix please let me know:
rneville@usc.edu

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>> Author Dick Neville, last modified April 20^th, 2006 <<

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