Avalon

Available

6 months- 2 years|Dachshund, Mixed Breed|Female|Small|Cookeville, TN

Avalon

Available

6 months- 2 years|Dachshund, Mixed Breed|Female|Small|Cookeville, TN

About Avalon

Please visit our website www.tndachshundrescue.com to learn more about this amazing pet and to see other available dogs and cats. All applications must be submitted through our website. Unfortunately, we cannot respond to Petfinder inquiries directly.Our adoption fees are as follows:5 months - 2 years = $475.002 years - 5 years = $400.005 years to 9 years = $375.009+ years = $275.00

About Dachshund Dogs

Dachshunds are bold, spirited little dogs with personalities that far exceed their size. Originally bred for hunting, these clever companions are curious, playful, and endlessly entertaining. Their unique silhouette and expressive eyes make them instantly lovable.

Adopting a Dachshund means welcoming a spunky, devoted friend into your life. They form strong attachments to their people and love being involved in everything. Their small size makes them excellent apartment dogs, but don't underestimate their big-dog attitude.

Temperament

CleverStubbornDevotedPlayful

Size

Small (Standard: 16-32 lbs, Miniature: under 11 lbs)

Exercise

Moderate

Good With

Kids, Dogs

Lifespan

12-16 years

Health notes: Highly prone to intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) due to their long spine. Avoid jumping and stairs when possible. Also watch for obesity and dental issues.

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Adopting in Cookeville, TN

Cookeville's Upper Cumberland Plateau setting and Tennessee Tech University community make it a scenic mid-sized city for pet adoption. Local shelters serve Putnam County with animals looking for homes in a community that offers small-town charm with university amenities.

With Cane Creek Park, Burgess Falls nearby, and the Cookeville Greenway, the city gives adopted pets waterfall hikes, creekside walks, and paved urban trails. The plateau elevation keeps temperatures slightly cooler than the surrounding valleys.

Local Climate & Pet Care

Winter

25°F to 45°F

Dec – Feb

Moderate cold with more snow than the surrounding valleys due to elevation. Cane Creek Park trails can be icy after winter weather. The greenway in town is usually cleared and walkable. A peaceful time for bonding walks with your pet.

Spring

38°F to 68°F

Mar – May

Waterfalls at Burgess Falls and Cane Creek are at their most spectacular with spring runoff. Wildflowers bloom along the plateau trails. Thunderstorms increase but the plateau location reduces tornado risk compared to the valley floor.

Summer

62°F to 88°F

Jun – Aug

Warm but slightly cooler than lower-elevation Tennessee cities. Mornings are pleasant for trail walks. Creek access provides cooling for water-loving dogs. Afternoon thunderstorms are common on the plateau.

Fall

42°F to 70°F

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