Gretel

Available

6 months- 2 years|Basset Hound, Dachshund|Female|Medium|Pipe Creek, TX

🚽 House Trained🏠 Single Animal Home👨‍💼 Adult Home Only😌 Calm🤐 Quiet

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Gretel

Available

6 months- 2 years|Basset Hound, Dachshund|Female|Medium|Pipe Creek, TX

🚽 House Trained🏠 Single Animal Home👨‍💼 Adult Home Only😌 Calm🤐 Quiet

Gretel is a Basset Hound/Dachshund mix currently living in Pipe Creek, TX. She’s a spayed female, six years old, and considered medium-sized. Fully house trained and up to date on her vaccinations, Gretel is seeking an adult-only home without other pets.

About Gretel

Meet Gretel, a soulful Basset mix with a calm spirit and plenty of lounging experience. At six years old, she has mastered indoor manners and is fully house trained. Gretel was adopted as a puppy, but recently returned to the rescue after a disagreement with a small child. Because of that, she needs an adult-only home where she can soak up all your attention as the only pet. She loves people and prefers to be the star of the household, so she asks for no other dogs or cats. Gretel thrives as a devoted, low-maintenance companion who’s happiest keeping your favorite spot on the couch warm. If you enjoy relaxed evenings with an easygoing friend at your side, Gretel might be the perfect fit. Click apply and let the tail-wagging begin!

Questions about Gretel

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Gretel, as a Basset Hound/Dachshund mix, typically thrives in a calm, indoor environment with a comfortable place to relax. An adult-only home with minimal chaos will suit her best.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Gretel doesn’t need a huge yard; a modest, secure backyard or regular short walks are enough to keep a Basset mix like her happy.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Basset Hound and Dachshund mixes can be gentle but Gretel herself is looking for an adult-only home, as she doesn't do well with children.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Gretel’s breed mix is usually easygoing for first-time owners, but her preference for an adult-only, pet-free home makes her best for someone comfortable setting boundaries.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
This breed can get along with other dogs, but Gretel prefers to be the only dog in the home.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Generally, Basset/Dachshund mixes may tolerate cats, but Gretel does not get along with cats and needs a feline-free household.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
Basset mixes sometimes have a strong prey drive and Gretel’s personality suggests she should not live with small animals.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Gretel’s breed mix is usually quite friendly and sociable with new people, especially once comfortable in their environment.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Gretel, like many Basset mixes, prefers not to be left alone for extended stretches, though she can tolerate a standard workday if she’s had exercise and attention.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
She is already fully house trained and well-mannered indoors. Basset mixes benefit from consistent routines but are not especially demanding to train.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Gretel falls in the medium-sized range, typical for Basset Hound/Dachshund mixes.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
A Basset Hound/Dachshund mix like Gretel often enjoys a lifespan of 12 to 15 years with proper care.
How much does this breed typically shed?
Shedding for Basset/Dachshund mixes varies, but you can generally expect moderate shedding year-round.