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About Vindaloo
Vindaloo is a sweet and sensitive little Dachshund looking for a special family to help him feel safe, loved, and never alone again. He's available under a foster-to-adopt arrangement, which means we'll support you while you help him adjust and, hopefully, welcome him into your heart and home forever.
This pint-sized boy spends most of his time indoors and has made it very clear he's not a fan of the cold! He'll burrow into any blanket he can find - the fluffier, the better - and if you're sitting on the couch, don't be surprised if you suddenly find a Vindaloo-shaped hot water bottle curled up on your lap.
He adores belly rubs, ear scratches, and pats of all kinds - basically, he's never met a cuddle he didn't love. Vindaloo has also been nothing but friendly with every person he's met, warming up quickly and soaking up attention like it's his favourite treat.
Walks are a highlight of his day - he walks well on lead, though he's a curious little guy who enjoys a good sniff and may gently pull when he catches a particularly interesting scent. He's not big on playing with toys, but he does get a kick out of slowly dismantling soft plushies with surgical precision.
Vindaloo is incredibly food motivated and isn't picky - mealtimes are always a happy time!
While he's generally polite around other dogs up close, he can experience lead frustration when he sees other dogs at a distance and may react. He would do best with a family who can work patiently on his reactivity with guidance from our team.
What Vindaloo needs most is a family who can support him through his separation distress. He's a clingy little guy who finds comfort in constant companionship and will need a dedicated, patient home committed to helping him build independence in a safe and supported way.
Note: This dog is currently being cared for in a home and when adopted, it will free up a spot to help another dog.
Adoption details
Our Kemps Creek Shelter is open seven days a week from 10am-3:30pm. To enquire about our shelter pets, contact the team on 8777 4445 10am-3:30pm OR complete our adoption questionnaire anytime https://bit.ly/awlnsw-kemps-creek-adoption-questionnaire or simply visit our shelter during opening hours. For all dog adoptions, please bring in any dogs you have at home already. Note: some animals are in foster homes so if you are interested in a particular animal, we recommend contacting us before visiting our shelter.
This pet has been adopted and found love with its new family.
The rescue group has removed this pet and it is no longer available for adoption.
The rescue group is no longer taking adoption applications for this pet.