(Courtesy Post) Spud

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  THIS IS NOT AN ARR PET!! PLEASE INQUIRE TO THE CONTACTS BELOW, FOR INFORMATION ON THIS DOG.  THE RESCUE DOES NOT HAVE POSSESSION OR KNOWLEDGE ABOUT TRAITS, BEHAVIORS, OR ANY DETAILS OTHER THAN WHAT IS LISTED BELOW.    Julie - 303-503-0786 kristin: kjpcjcrcc@msn.com   Spud, male, neutered, microchippedDOB: May 17, 2023, 3 yrs+ oldWeight: 24/25 lbsBreed: Mixed, looks like a standard dachshund long body but long legs. The face and body speed resembles a whippet. His coat is possibly a type of terrier.Temperament: Great, friendly to all my visitors and loves tummy rubs.Input from initial placement said he had previous altercation with a large dog so defensive (scars noted on face). He is defensive on walks seeing a larger dog. He has met several smaller dogs face to face and is excited to meet and play. Initial placement stated he would not be good with small children who pull on his tail or hang on him. I've had no opportunity to test this situation. I have a 13-year-old niece that he was just fine with. So the size of a child might make the difference.Energy Level: Very energetic. Loves to chase squirrels on fence lines and bunnies. He did find three baby bunnies in a ground planter box. Unfortunately they did not survive. Therefore to me he is somewhat prey oriented. Training: Sit, somewhat shake, potty and poopy commands great, recall by name okay if not distracted by squirrels/bunnies/neighbor dogs barking.   I adopted him on May 23, 2025. The breed was not defined at the time. I have a female cat, 11 years old who has been with me for 6+ years. I spend much of my time trying to bring them together and even did a training session at my house. I have a small two bedroom one bath ranch and have had to keep the two animals apart due to Spud's prey instinct. I rotate the cat in the house evenings while the dog sleeps in another room otherwise the dog is out during the day and has access to a large back yard. After a year of trying to make this work I can no longer handle the cat/dog separation needs along with a very energetic dog. I don't take this need for rehoming lightly. I want to find a positive home environment for Spud. I have had six pets in my lifetime, including dog/cat together. I truly feel it's time to find a home for Spud that could provide a more active lifestyle with no space restrictions. My cat is going through some medical issues recently which require more of my attention. The house rotation is stressful.   He is a great dog!! Just not the right fit with my cat.