Gentle Loyal Companion
Adopt Phineas
Boy • 6 years old • Scorpio • Black-brown • 12kg • Mixed Breed
My story
Phineas is a black-brown mixed breed with a unique "Dachshund-like" face. His past is a testament to resilience; he was originally a free-roaming dog on Yangmingshan cared for by a local rescuer. Later, he was admitted to the Neihu Taipei City Animal Shelter. After demonstrating his stable temperament, he passed a professional evaluation and officially entered the PACK Academy for further training. Despite having his left hind leg amputated, Phineas hasn't lost his faith in humanity. He is gentle and introverted by nature. While he might be shy during initial encounters, he is incredibly loyal to his chosen person. Once a bond is formed, he reveals himself to be an affectionate soul who gets along wonderfully with both people and other dogs.
Personality
Phineas embodies the "ISFP Explorer" trait—calm, introverted, and emotionally sensitive. He is sincere in his interactions and prefers building deep connections in quiet settings over forced socialization. His amputation hasn't diminished his spirit; instead, he carries himself with a quiet, composed grace. He is fiercely loyal to his owner and will guard his loved ones with eyes full of trust. In private, he is a true "blanket lover," enjoying the security and peace of burrowing into soft bedding for a cozy nap.
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Energy Levels
Energy levels are stable; loves outdoor walks and exploring the environment; shows high focus and enthusiasm for people or treats he likes.
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Temperament
Introverted and shy; extremely loyal to his owner and friendly with familiar dogs.
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Role
A quiet observer and follower; non-competitive and very stable within a group.
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Adaptability
Possesses good adaptability; can quickly integrate into new environments and build connections, remaining stable once security is established.
Foster Family Says
Still waiting for the right foster home.
Medical History
My health has been checked:
- Spayed/Neutered
- Microchipped
- Vaccinated
- Regular Worming Treatment
Phineas has been diagnosed with a low-grade mast cell tumor and is currently undergoing chemotherapy and medication to manage his condition. He is currently receiving palliative care.
My Behavior
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Tolerance Levels
At PACK Academy, we socialize our dogs by exposing them to different stimuli and recording their tolerance levels for each one. These oservations help us understand the dogs better, which then helps us find suitable homes for them.
Strangers
Calm around strangers; though slow to warm up, he remains polite and non-threatening
Dogs
Dog-friendly and stable; avoids conflict and coexists peacefully with other dogs.
Cats
Reaction to cats is unknown.
Kids
Best with older children who respect space; adult supervision is recommended.
Noise
High tolerance for noise; not easily startled, showing good mental resilience.
Touch
Enjoys petting but sensitive to touches on his amputated side or blind spots.
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Behavior observations
There are some common behavior issues that we see in dogs who have spent a significant amount of time in a shelter. We assess our dogs for these behaviors and provide training plans for adopters to help manage them.
Barking
Almost never barks, remaining quiet even when the environment changes.
Separation Anxiety
Independent and rests quietly when alone; no signs of separation anxiety.
Aggression
Extremely gentle and introverted; no aggressive or defensive behaviors observed.
Resource Guarding
Loves food but shows no guarding behavior over meals or objects.
Destructive Chewing
Good household habits; does not chew on furniture or destroy items.
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Obedience Training
Obedience training is critical for nurturing healthy dog-human relationships and having a well-behaving dog. Our dogs receive basic training at PACK Academy, which provides a foundation for communication between dog and human.
Name
Knows his name and responds with soulful eyes when called.
Yes & No
Learning the correlation between tone and commands with steady progress.
Potty Trained
Requires careful guidance to prevent relapse of accidents on indoor beds.
Good on Leash
Perfect performance; walks well side-by-side even with three legs.
Sit
Understands "Sit" but the success rate drops without food rewards.
Down
Does not yet understand the "Down" command.
Stay
Can stay briefly with food motivation; patience is being developed.
Come
High success with his owner; less responsive to calls from strangers.
Paw
Currently unfamiliar with this command.