Parker must be adopted with his brother, Pico (adopted).

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Parker was sprung from a puppymill in South Texas along with 58 other dogs.   Parker is a very sweet boy.  He likes to play with his doggie friends and is also learning to play with toys.  He wants to be loving and playful with people but because of his previous life in a puppy mill it takes him time to trust new people.  He was feral and very afraid after his rescue but has warmed up more to his foster mom after lots of patience and training.  He still does not like to be reached for or "chased" as he perceives it.  But he loves to hop up in the recliner and snuggle with you if you will wait patiently for him to come.  But more and more every day he gets excited to see her and likes to cuddle and act silly.  Just lately, although still nervous and unsure, he has been sitting still while she goes to scoop him up.  So he continues to make progress!  Because of his former puppymill nature, he will need a safe backyard to enjoy supervised outdoor fun in.  He will need a home with another dog companion to bond and play with since that makes him feel more comfortable and also to continue to show him that humans are fun.  He loves his crate when nobody is home and insists on eating his meals in it where he feels safe.  Parker knows how to use the doggie door really well and loves going in and out.  He also knows how to use the ramp to go up on the couch and big bed.  Because of his background, Parker will need a very experienced Doxie family experienced with shy or fearful dogs in a calm, quiet home with a yard and no children as he does not care for them and is startled by sudden loud noises and fast movement.  Retired or stay at home owners would be great so he can get lots of bonding time.  However owners who work are fine too, (his foster mom does!!)....he is happy to nap in his crate where he knows he is safe until somone comes home.  He will need a lot of time to adjust to a new home, environment and people as he continues to learn every day that he is safe and sound.  His foster mom is so proud of him.  He is still working out some of his issues and while he does he will be practing more bravery.

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