Tipper Tater is a truly special boy with a unique charm! He's approximately 1 year old and weighs around 14 lbs. With his adorable, expressive "satellite dish" ears and striking mismatched eyes – one warm brown, the other a stunning ocean blue – he's a real head-turner. We believe he might be a Chihuahua/Dachshund mix, but like with all rescues, his exact breed and age are a bit of a mystery. Tipper is a gentle soul who prefers a calm and quiet life. He's dog-friendly and has shown he can happily coexist with other dogs, though he's not particularly playful with them. He also did beautifully when introduced to a resident cat, showing respect and no chasing behavior. Tipper is described as a "slow burn" who needs time to observe and trust, but once he does, his affection is deeply meaningful. He's looking for a patient adopter who will let him set the pace and celebrate his small victories.
Ideal Home
Tipper would thrive in a lower-energy home with a calm environment. He's not looking for a busy social life or constant excitement. A home with a yard would be a better fit than apartment living.
Ongoing Health
No specific health conditions are mentioned in the description.
Training & Support
Tipper is crate trained and very quiet in his crate. He is also potty trained. He enjoys treats and takes them gently. He shows interest in toys but is still figuring out how to play with them. He needs an adopter who understands his sensitive nature and will allow him to warm up at his own pace.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
- You will have the opportunity to meet Tipper through a video call before finalizing the adoption.
- The adoption fee is $1600.
- Extensive behavioral testing and information from trainers on staff are provided.
- Discounts are available for Embark DNA test kits.
- 30-day trial of pet insurance with Trupanion is included.
- A free private online dog training session with GoodPup is provided, with low pricing for future sessions.
- Access to local dog trainers through Rover Training with a discount on the first session.
- Discounts on a fresh dog food subscription.
- Coupons for Petco visits.
- Discounts on pet first aid and hygiene solutions.
- Discounted heartworm, flea prevention, and monthly dewormer.
- Access to an exclusive Facebook Adopters page.
Transporation
Tipper is located in Texas. Transportation is available nationwide, with drop-off locations in WA, UT, OR, ID, VA, PA, OH, NY, CT, VT, TN, KY, WI, MN, IL, WI, and Canada. Transport includes 24/7 care and real-time tracking. A $87 surcharge applies due to rising transportation costs. Texas adopters must pick up from the Houston area.
