Meet Otto. Otto is a 4–5 year old, 23-pound blue and white dachshund mix who came from the same heartbreaking hoarding situation involving 36 dogs living in horrible conditions. Of all the dogs from the case, Otto is one of the most frightened — and one of the most tenderhearted. Right now, Otto is still healing in more ways than one. He came in with skin issues from the neglect he lived in, but those are already being addressed and he is doing well. He is missing some hair at the moment, but it should grow back into a beautiful silver-blue coat. And when it does, his outer glow will finally start to match the sweet soul that is already there. Otto is scared, especially of men and loud noises. When he gets overwhelmed, he will hit the floor and freeze. It is clear that life was not kind to him before. But even with all that fear, Otto still wants love so badly. He looks at you with the most beautiful eyes, as if he is quietly asking, please just love me. And really, that is all he wants. He absolutely loves to cuddle in a lap, and you can tell that with patience and consistency, Otto is going to become a total lap dog. He gives the softest kisses and has such a gentle, loving nature. Even now, while he is still learning to trust humans, that sweetness shines through. Out in the yard, Otto transforms. He plays with the other dogs like a normal, bouncy dachshund and seems so much more carefree. He is wonderful with other dogs of all sizes, from 66-pound pit bulls to little 16-week-old puppies. He can go from happily playing outside to curling up on the couch for snuggles without missing a beat. Otto does well eating in a group on Purina dog food and loves a good chew bone. He is clean in his crate at night and during the day when needed. He does have a little separation anxiety and may howl some at first, but he settles quickly. He also does well with a low fence and walks nicely on a leash. He has had a brief encounter with a cat, and it went very well. He sniffed curiously, trying to figure out what this new creature was, and when the cat hissed at him, he simply backed up with a look that seemed to say, well, that was not very friendly, and went to lay down. Otto is the kind of dog whose transformation is going to be incredible for the person willing to give him time. Beneath the fear is a deeply loving, gentle little dog who is just waiting to feel safe enough to fully bloom. For someone with patience, Otto's glow-up is going to be amazing. He does not need perfection. He does not need much. He just needs love, reassurance, and someone willing to show him that the hard part of his life is finally over. Please fill out an adoption fee if you would like him to join your family. His $325 adoption fee covers medical care up to adoption to include vaccines, neuter, microchip, foster care and transportation from Louisiana to NY.