Meet Buba – The Dapper Little Gentleman Who Sees With His Heart 🖤🤎🐾 Nickname: The Velvet Tux Explorer Breed: Dachshund Mix (with a splash of mystery—maybe a little Corgi or Bernese flair?) Age: 8 years Weight: 21 lbs Currently Residing: Lake Geneva, WI Buba’s Story Buba’s world changed when one of his beloved owners passed away, leaving his remaining family member unable to care for him. Despite the loss, Buba has held onto what matters most—his deep love for people. Transported from Tennessee to Wisconsin, he’s now safe in foster care, quietly proving that even without sight, he navigates life with trust, resilience, and a whole lot of heart. Personality & Fun Facts Activity Level: Low — a professional relaxer with occasional exploratory missions Fun Fact: Buba may be blind, but don’t tell him that. His other senses are so finely tuned, he maps out spaces like a tiny, furry GPS. Friendly With: Men, women, and kids of all ages — a gentle soul through and through Dog Social Style: Prefers calm, respectful dog friends; a slow introduction is his love language Sleep Style: Snuggled in bed with his humans, because proximity = happiness Bark-o-Meter: 5/10 — he’ll announce visitors, then return to his regularly scheduled lounging Shedding Meter: 6/10 — a fair trade for that gorgeous, multi-colored coat Buba’s Preferences Meals: Currently on a culinary journey… but chicken and rice is a strong front-runner Favorite Snack: Still under review, but affection is always #1 Fashion: Formal wear, but make it fluffy — his natural tuxedo coat does most of the work Signature Look: Black, rust, and charm — effortlessly dressed for any occasion Favorite Season: Fall — crisp air, cozy vibes, and perfect sniffing weather Walk-Out Song: “I’ll Be There For You” by The Rembrandts 🎵 — because Buba is nothing if not devoted Special Notes Vision: Buba has cataracts and is blind, but he adapts beautifully with consistency and a little guidance. Once he learns his surroundings, he moves with surprising confidence. Medical: Recently had a dental (with extractions) and is finishing a short course of Carprofen. Otherwise healthy and just on standard preventatives. Likes & Dislikes Loves: His people (his absolute favorite thing), gentle companionship, soft beds, and giving kisses Hobby: Following his humans from room to room like a loyal little shadow Not a Fan Of: Being crated — he prefers the freedom to lounge and wait for you in comfort Behavior & Training Buba is fully housebroken and trustworthy in the home. He does experience some separation anxiety, which makes sense given all the change he’s been through—he just really loves his people and feels safest near them. Why Buba is Special Buba is the definition of quiet devotion. He doesn’t need perfect vision to see what matters—love, safety, and connection. He’ll gently follow you through life, offering soft kisses, warm snuggles, and a calming presence that makes everything feel a little steadier. And that coat? It’s a whole moment. Like he woke up already dressed for a black-tie event and decided to keep things low-key anyway. Buba isn’t looking for a fast-paced home—he’s looking for a kind one. A patient, loving place where he can learn the layout, trust his surroundings, and be someone’s constant companion. If you’ve got a soft spot for underdogs (literally), Buba might just be your perfect match. 🖤 Neutered Microchipped Walks happily on leash Roams freely when home alone Housebroken UTD on vaccinations UTD on preventatives Albert's Dog Lounge is a specialty rescue focusing primarily on senior and special needs dogs. Our process includes an approved application, reference checks, a homevisit, and then a meet and greet with the dog. Adoption fee is $350, ($600 for a pair). Learn more about Albert's Dog Lounge, our mission, and adoption policies by visiting Albertsdoglounge.org. Begin your application process by copying this link into your web browser: https://www.albertsdoglounge.org/apply WI Dept. Of Agriculture License Number: 474085-DS NOTE ABOUT AGING A DOG: Aging a dog, based on looking at them, is unreliable and usually inaccurate. We get to know each dog as an individual and will do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality and their needs. Puppy - Under 6 months Young Adult - 6 months to 2 years Adult - 2 years to 8 years Senior - 8 years to 12 years Golden Oldie - 12+ years