Jade

Available

6 months- 2 years|Dachshund|Female|Medium|Dallas, TX

Jade

Available

6 months- 2 years|Dachshund|Female|Medium|Dallas, TX

About Jade

Lets make it official, apply to adopt! Jade is a lovely young Dachshund waiting for her forever home through Dallas Pets Alive. She brings a cheerful spirit to every room and is looking for a caring family to share her love with. As with all Dallas Pets Alive adoptable pets, Jade will go home spayed, microchipped, and current on vaccinations, ensuring she starts her next chapter healthy and ready for adventure. Come meet her at Dallas Pets Alive and discover just how much joy she can bring. Your new best friend is just one click away.

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 Dallas, TX

Dallas is a thriving city for pet adoption, with numerous shelters and rescue organizations dedicated to finding homes for animals in need. The city's many parks - including the popular White Rock Lake - and pet-friendly establishments make it easy to include your new pet in daily life.

With warm weather most of the year and a community that loves its animals, Dallas is the perfect place to open your heart and home to an adopted pet.

Local Climate & Pet Care

Winter

35°F to 55°F

Dec – Feb

Dallas winters are generally mild, but occasional ice storms can make sidewalks and trails hazardous. Keep walks short during cold snaps and watch for ice patches. Most winter days are comfortable enough for outings at White Rock Lake and the Katy Trail.

Spring

50°F to 80°F

Mar – May

Spring brings ideal temperatures for outdoor pet activities, but also severe thunderstorm and tornado season. Have a pet emergency plan ready and watch weather alerts. Bluebonnets and wildflowers make trail walks along the Trinity River especially scenic.

Summer

75°F to 100°F

Jun – Aug

Dallas summers are hot and often exceed 100°F. Limit outdoor time to early morning or after sunset and never leave pets in parked cars. Hot pavement can burn paw pads in minutes, so always test the surface before walking.