This dog is being fostered in the S.F. Bay Area
Transport to Southern California is possible if necessary.

Name: Keebler (was Chunk)
Age: 6 years
Color: Red Dapple
Coat: Smooth
Sex: Male/Neutered
Size: Obese Tweenie - 27 lbs.

Keebler and his "sister", Sadie, were surrendered by their owner to an overcrowded northern CA shelter.  We agreed to take them sight-unseen.  We were told that the male was overweight, but nothing prepared us for Keebler.  We were shocked at just how obese he really was.  He came to us weighing almost 31 pounds, which is double what he should be.   His nails were so long, he could hardly walk, and his stomach touched the ground. 

On his owner surrender papers it asked if there were any behavioral problems.  On Keebler's it said "too lovable and overweight".  Both of those are understatements.  In foster care, Keebler has begun losing weight quite easily.  He does not overeat if all he is offered is quality low-calorie dog food. (It was clearly people food that got Keebler in his fat state.)  After taking off just two pounds, he became a different dog.  Once his stomach was no longer dragging on the ground, Keebler became quite frisky.  Keebler's first picture shows him at nearly 30 lbs and he is losing weight each week.  As of June 30th, he has lost a total of 10.5 lbs. is now around 20 lbs.  His foster family has changed his name permanently from Chunk to Keebler.

Keebler is extremely people focused and will follow his foster mom everywhere.  He does not like to be left alone, so he either needs a home where his human is around most of the time or where he has a canine sibling or two.  He is really enjoying his short walks and is getting more energy every day.  He also is starting to get playful with the young dogs who share his foster home.  He loves to cuddle and is delighted if he is allowed up on the big bed.   

Once he is svelte again, he is going to be a gorgeous dog.  He has red dappling on his face and front paws and a wonderfully expressive face.  He has no interest in cats and he has been very good with the other dogs. However, he is unreliable around small children, older teens would be OK.  

If you are interested in Keebler, please contact Lindy at linla@comcast.net.  A home check and adoption application are required.

The adoption fee for Keebler is $200.00.

When Frieda and Mitzi’s owner died, no one in the family wanted to take them in. Family members have entrusted Rescue to find them a wonderful home.  They were so traumatized by their owner’s death and the aftermath, they did not eat for almost a week, did not want to leave the security of their crate.  

After living with their foster family for the past 6 months, the Golden Girls, as we refer to them, are more than ready to have a home of their own. Best friends for 12 years, they stick together through thick and thin.  Like the sitcom character Maude, Frieda is independent, feisty, outspoken, bossy, opinionated and domineering, but she is also loving, devoted, sweet and kind.  She sits up on her hind legs and gives you the “I love you”-“pet me” eyes. She likes to be the first dog sitting next to you while you watch television.  She will follow you anywhere you go in the house or outside.  

Frieda enjoys bathing in the sun and snooping around the yard. She often runs and plays with the younger foster children even though she is grey in the face, you would not know she is an “older woman”. Every once in awhile, she will pick up a toy and play with it. Frieda is the outgoing one.  She runs around, chases and plays with the younger dogs.  She is a little bossy at times, and does not hesitate to corral them, or put them in their place when she has had enough, but she is not aggressive or mean.

Meanwhile, her best friend Mitzi does not mind being second fiddle.  She is polite, sweet, expressive and kind.  She seems to always have a smile on her face!  She loves to chase and hunt lizards, but could care less about the wild birds or the turtles that live in the backyard.  Mitzi is somewhat smaller than her sister.  She is very loving, likes to be close to you, and be petted as often as she can.  She is very sweet and gentle, and likes to groom the other dogs. 

They also both like to groom each other, sleep a good deal of the day, love to nap in the warm sun and have learned several commands since they have lived with their foster parents.  Frieda and Mitzi are both in good health.  Their vaccinations are all current.  They both have had full health exams and a recent dental cleaning.  So now they have sweet breath and give delicious kisses.

Do you have room in your heart and home for these beautiful sisters?  They have twice the love to give and will bestow a lucky new family with years of joy.  They have been together for 12 years and are a bonded pair.  They cannot be separated.

If you can provide a good home for Frieda and Mitzi, please contact Dawn at dawnaa@pacbell.net.  A completed adoption application is required.

The adoption fee for both Frieda and Mitzi is a donation to SCDR only.

 
This dog is being fostered in the San Diego area.
Name: Mikey
Age: 14 years
Color: Red
Coat: Smooth
Sex: Male/Neutered
Size: Tweenie

Mikey’s owner ended up in the hospital for an extended time, and no one in her family wanted to take on an older dog, so he ended up being turned over to rescue.  Mikey is almost completely blind and starting to go deaf probably from old-age, but he still navigates just fine once he learns the layout of the house.  

Before coming to rescue, Mikey lived outside on a ranch.  A few years ago, he was kicked by a horse, resulting in one side of his face being paralyzed (much like a stroke victim), so that one eye doesn't close all the way.  Mikey is still able to eat and drink just fine though, and being an older guy with some "old age" issues doesn't seem to slow him down in the least.  Mikey LOVES to chew on bones and is an absolute chow hound.   

When Mikey came into rescue, he weighed over 17 pounds.  He's now on a strict diet to help him trim down. Mikey tends to have a bit of a delicate tummy, so a simple diet of lamb and rice dog food is all he really needs to be happy - too many treats and his poor little tummy gets very upset.    

Mikey is potty-pad trained and we're working on his house training - since he was an “outdoor only” dog before, he got used to going potty wherever he felt like it, but he's doing really well with the potty pads and is learning to bark when he needs to go outside.  Mikey will need to have a dental cleaning done within the next year - he had one a year ago, but you know how those doxie teeth can be.    

Mikey gets along great with other dogs and is also fine with cats, but he just really wants a nice warm lap to curl up in and a person to cuddle with.  He's a huge snuggle-bug and would make a great dog for an senior citizen looking for a companion who's not too active, but still has plenty of good years left.

If you are interested in Mikey and want to give him a forever home, please contact Katie at katie@collared-scholar.com or call 619-916-8897 for more information!  

The adoption fee for Mikey is on a donation basis only.

Name: Bunny
Age: 12 Years
Color: Red
Coat: Smooth
Sex: Female/Spayed
Size: Standard – 20 lbs.

Bunny is why we always enjoy taking senior doxies into rescue. Gentle, sweet and adorable, she is a true pleasure to have around. She loves everyone she meets, especially men, and will happily greet visitors with a wagging tail and a nice kiss. Like many lady doxies, she’s a real “daddy’s girl”, so she should have a daddy in her new home.  She gets along great with other dogs, and would like a mellow dachshund for a companion. Like many seniors, she sleeps a lot during the day, so she’d be fine living with people who work regular hours. She is quiet and seldom barks. Doesn’t she sound perfect? We think so, too!

Bunny had bladder stones when she came into rescue. Our vet removed them, but she needs to have an annual urinalysis to make sure they haven’t recurred. Otherwise, she’s extremely healthy, with clear eyes and sharp hearing. She enjoys napping in the sun, exploring the backyard and going on pleasant walks around the neighborhood. In the evenings, she especially enjoys curling up next to her person on the couch. In every way, Bunny is loving, affectionate, and sweet.

At night, she hops right into her crate, but she’d probably really love to sleep with her person. We think she’d be fine with gentle children over five years old. She is NOT good with cats—true to the breed, she chases small animals and is a very good ratter. She’ll earn her keep if you have rodents in the yard! Bunny is housetrained and knows how to use the dog door.

Spayed and vaccinated, Bunny is ready to meet her new people. If you would like to meet Bunny, please email Tamar at tamar@crankyeditor.com. An adoption application is required.

The adoption fee for Bunny is $100.00.

Revised 

Name: Elmer
Approx. Age: 9-10 years
Color: Wild Boar
Coat: Smooth
Sex: Male/Neutered
Size: Standard – 17 lbs.

When Elmer’s family moved to a new house, they could not take Elmer with them.  Instead, they gave Elmer to their in-laws who put Elmer out in the back yard 24/7.  No matter what the weather conditions, poor Elmer was not allowed in the house.  A drafty dog house and ratty blanket were all he had for shelter and comfort for two years.  He became obese from lack of regular exercise.  When Elmer’s family came to visit, they were appalled when they saw the conditions under which Elmer was living, and they took Elmer to Rescue for placement in a proper home where he could sleep in the warmth and comfort of an indoor environment, get regular exercise and lose the excess weight.

Elmer may be sort of homely, but he’s adorable in his own fashion.  His paws and muzzle may be getting frosted, but since losing considerable weight and getting regular walks and exercise, his energy level is soaring.  He is now a very active boy.  We are looking for someone who wants a dog to accompany them on brisk walks, play ball or Frisbee, and also wants to snuggle in the big bed or on the sofa while reading or watching television.  He likes to have his rump scratched and his belly rubbed.  He is also very “food driven”, so never leave your snacks or dishes where he can easily reach them.

Elmer is dependably house trained.  That's a big plus. Elmer is very good with adults, especially men.  When guests arrive, Elmer is not in the least bit protective of his people.  He is 100% fine with new people as long as they don't touch his paws or approach him from behind.  You will never have to worry about introducing him to anybody, and when entertaining at home, you will only have to warn people not to let him near their food.

Elmer is not safe with children under 12 years old.  Teens would be OK.  He is an excellent “ratter”, and for this reason, we will not place him in a home with cats.  His prey instinct is very strong.  He has successfully caught birds and rodents at his foster home.  He gets along with other dachshunds and would not mind having a female companion.  He's also completely fine with large breed dogs.

Elmer is happy, full of energy, plays chase with his foster sister, shares food, toys, and his bed too.  He loves to sunbathe and he even likes getting a bath.  His leash training is excellent – he never pulls.  His foster mom says "he’s a very silly boy".

Elmer is healthy and current on all vaccines. He is crate trained and 100% house trained.  Elmer knows how to use a dog door and likes coming and going at his own discretion.  He is ever on alert for gardeners, UPS delivery people, and the dreaded postal delivery person.  He is convinced they are all axe-murders.

If you are interested in Elmer, please contact Dena via email or call (562) 694-6868.  An adoption application is required.  

The adoption fee for Elmer is $125.00.  

Given to Rescue after their owner died, Brother and Sister are a very sad reminder of what happens when unqualified people breed their dogs. The offspring of two littermates, Brother and Sister were born with serious congenital defects. After several tests, our vet thinks their spinal cords never developed properly. Brother and Sister cannot raise their heads more than about 12” from the ground and their brains don’t know how to feel sensation in their feet, which means they both have a very difficult time walking. They’re okay on carpet or grass, but without that traction they fall over when they try to move. In addition, Brother has neurological problems that present in the form of difficulty communicating and a mild case of epilepsy, which is effectively controlled by Phenobarbital (very inexpensive). As if all these problems weren’t enough, Brother and Sister were bred together, too. How can people do things like this? We don’t understand.

Some people might think that these doxies aren’t worth saving or that they have such a poor quality of life that it would be better to have them humanely euthanized. After spending some time getting to know them, we think otherwise. We’ve seen that even though they have physical limitations, Brother and Sister really enjoy their lives. They remind us of people with developmental disabilities—their bodies and minds may not work like everyone else’s, but their spirits are filled with love. We don’t think it’s time for them to leave this world.

We don’t think either dog knows anything is wrong with them. Brother greets his foster mom and dad with a wagging tail and particularly enjoys being near his foster dad. He loves to be held and scratched on his neck—he makes the funniest faces when we find his “sweet spot”! Sister follows her foster mom around all day, getting around as best she can. If her foster mom steps out of view even for a moment, Sister does a happy dance when she sees her again. A sweet, slightly silly girl, Sister likes to carry a stuffed toy in her mouth. When the other dogs get noisy and too boisterous, she schools them on proper behavior. She’s quite a character. They both love to sunbathe in the back yard, and Brother can even make it back inside sometimes. Sister prefers to wait until someone carries her inside. She’s a bit of a princess.

Despite their physical limitations, Brother and Sister are very easy to have around. They enjoy curling up together in a big dog bed or watching the other doxies run around and play. In addition to being spayed/neutered and current on their vaccinations, they are housetrained and very good at holding it until they are taken outside. They cannot navigate the dog door, so they need to be carried outdoors three or four times a day to do their business. They sleep peacefully in their crate at night, but they would also enjoy sleeping in the big bed with their person—they love to cuddle and snuggle.

For the right person, these two dogs will be the perfect companions, but it’s going to take a long time and a lot of work before we find that person. They are a bonded pair, and they cannot be separated. We will only place them together.

If you are interested in adopting or fostering Brother and Sister, please email Tamar at tamar@crankyeditor.com. An adoption application is required.

Name: Petey
Age: 1 year
Color: Brindle Piebald
Coat: Smooth
Sex: Male/Neutered
Size: Mini – 12 lbs.

Petey was found on the street shortly after he had been hit by a car. A good person took him to the Camarillo Shelter where the vet said he needed six weeks of bed-rest to heal and that he would probably be OK without surgery.  His family never showed up to claim him.  He is an adorable dachshund/terrier mix.  We were quite pleased to take him home for rest, rehabilitation and subsequently find a new, loving home. 

Petey will give you unconditional love, slobbery kisses that won't end, and beg for belly rubs. He is your typical puppy, always busy looking for mischief.  He is very smart, and he has boundless energy, but he is also very anxious to please.  He would really love obedience and or agility training.  Petey needs a young, active family – one with children to run and play with him. 

Petey is 90% house trained, crate trained and knows the dog-door.  He loves to run around the yard, and loves to play with other dachshunds.  Petey really enjoys going for walks and needs at least two long walks a day.  In lieu of walks, throwing a ball or Frisbee for him would work as well.  He also likes to ride in the car.  We do not know if he is cat-safe.  He is not safe with children under 5 years old.  Although Petey is crate trained, he prefers sleeping under the covers on your bed, but will settle for a comforter in his crate instead.  He loves to cuddle and snuggle. 

Petey appears to have one fault:  He is territorial when new people come to the door, so he needs to be introduced slowly.  He is not a dog that would do well alone for 8 or more hours a day, as he gets into things when he is alone.  He needs socialization with other dogs and people - but loves everyone.  Obedience classes would be very beneficial for helping to solve this problem.

Petey is now in good health.  At times, he will hike up his back leg when he runs.  (This could be a result of his previous injury or it just feels good when he does it.  Many dogs walk on four, but run on three for some reason.)  His vaccinations are all up-to-date, and his teeth are so white you will need sunglasses to look at them.  Petey is not an apartment or condo dog.  He needs a big back yard to run off his excess energy.  He would not do well cooped up in an apartment all day.

If you can provide a good home for Petey, please contact Dena via email or call (562) 694-6868.  An adoption application is required. 

The adoption fee for Petey is $250.00.  

Courtesy Listing for All American Dachshund Rescue.

This dog is being fostered in the Sacramento Area.

Name: Jasper
Age: 8 years
Color: Brindle
Coat: Longhair
Sex: Male/Neutered
Size: Standard – 20 lbs.

Jasper was adopted from a shelter back in August of 2008 by a nice young lady.  He was dirty and very matted.  The nice young lady took him home, and was totally clueless as to how to groom a longhaired dachshund, so she had him bathed and shaved to get rid of all the all the mats and start fresh.  After that, he looked more like a fuzzy teddy bear than a dachshund.  After a few months, the young lady realized that she really didn’t have time for Jasper, what with working, college, and the busy social life of a young person.  So she asked Rescue to find Jasper a home where they will pay more attention to him.  We readily agreed.

Jasper made himself right at home almost immediately.  He commandeered a large dog crate with a nice blanket and this where he sleeps at night.  Other than the fact that his previous owner said he was 8 years old, we'd have never guessed it.  Jasper is a ball-playing fool.  He loves to play fetch, and if you'll keep throwing the ball for him, you'll likely wear out before he will.  He is a bit shy with new people, but warms up quickly.  Jasper is fine with other dogs, but he is also happy to be your one and only lover boy.  

Jasper knows the dog-door and appears to be house trained.  He likes exploring the yard and sunning himself.  He likes going for walks and travels well in the car.  He is a very good eater; maybe too good.  He is on a weight reduction diet.  Jasper is healthy and has had his teeth cleaned.  All his vaccines are current and he’s microchipped.  Jasper would like a home with someone who is retired and can give him lots of love and attention.  He is safe with visiting grandchildren over 5 years old, no babies or toddlers please.  Previous experience with grooming a longhaired dachshund is a big plus. 

If you are interested in Jasper, please contact Anna at anna_banana@yahoo.com.  An adoption application is required.  

The adoption fee for Jasper is only $150.00.

"Special Needs"
Courtesy Listing for All American Dachshund Rescue.
 
This dog is being fostered in the Sacramento Area.
 
Name: Mason
Age:  8-9 years
Color: Black and Tan
Coat: Smooth
Sex: Male/Neutered
Size: Tweenie – 15 lbs.

Mason wandered away from his back yard and got lost.  He is 90% blind, seeing only light and shadows.  He was picked up stray by the Central California S.P.C.A. in Fresno .  He waited and waited, since before Christmas, but no one came to bring him home.  When we found out about Mason, we arranged a transport and had him released to rescue.  He is now in Southern California to find a new home.  

Mason is truly a gem of a dog.  He likes baths and doesn’t mind having his ears cleaned or his teeth brushed.  He has no objection to getting antibiotic drops in his eyes.  He was grateful for all the kindness bestowed on him by his new foster mom.   He gets along well with older children (not toddlers), and he would be happiest in a home with other dachshunds, especially of the senior female variety.  We don’t know if he likes cats.  We don't think he sees well enough to be a threat to any cat.

Mason needs a home that is all on one level with no stairs and just a step or two that can be easily ramped to make it easy for him to navigate in and out the door.  Mason is a very sweet, easy-going boy.  He needs a home with folks willing to continue his house training routine and who can give Mason the love and attention he is so willing to return one hundred fold.

If you are interested in Mason, please contact Anna at anna_banana@yahoo.com. An adoption application is required. 

Mason’s adoption fee is only $125.00.

Rusty and Carly were left homeless when their owner passed away.  Family members didn’t want them and threatened to put them down unless a home was found for them.  A kind neighbor who was caring for them contacted Rescue and we were very happy to take them into our program.

 Rusty and Carly have been together all of their lives.  They are very bonded to each other.  They are friendly and enjoy being held in any available lap, cuddling and begging for belly rubs.  They love going for walks and travel well in the car.  They play and cuddle with each other.  These are absolutely the most adorable seniors.  They are so sweet, affectionate, and grateful for every kindness.  Don’t you just love their little white faces?

 Rusty and Carly are as healthy as senior dachshunds can be.  We updated all their vaccines and they have had complete dentals.  We cannot split them up as they are emotionally attached to each other.  They get along very, very well with other dachshunds and would do well in a multi-dachshund home.  We don’t know if they are cat-safe.  They are safe with children over 5 years old.

 If you can give these two seniors a home for the rest of their lives, please contact Dena via email  or call (562) 694-6868.  An adoption application is required.  They come with all their worldly possessions - dog beds, bowls, leashes, and some toys.

 The adoption fee for Rusty and Carly is a donation to rescue.
They must stay together.

Name: Schnitzel
Age: 9-10 years
Color: Black & Tan
Coat: Longhair
Sex: Male/Neutered
Size: Mini - 10 lbs.

Schnitzel was horribly decrepit and virtually hairless when found on the streets of Santa Maria .  He looked like he had been there for some time.  Either that or his previous owner severely neglected him.  Most likely, it was some combination of both.  We estimate his age to be between 9 and 10.

Now in foster care with good food and lots of love, he has finally blossomed into a handsome boy.  He is probably an “alpha” personality as he is always challenging other members of his pack he thinks he can bully, but he does not pursue a fight.  He just tries to push the others around when it comes to competing for a bone, treat, or a toy.  He should be an “only dog” if possible, but he would probably tolerate a female companion who is not dominant.    

On the other hand, with people, Schnitzel is a very grateful and completely friendly boy for having been taken off the street.  His black and tan longhair brushes out very nicely after his bath.  He deserves the attention of someone who can be there for him a lot.  A retired person or someone who works from home would be ideal.  He craves the attention he can't get as an older dog competing with the younger ones in a pack.   

Schnitzel really appreciates attention and wants to please a dedicated owner.  He likes going for walks and cuddling in his person’s lap.  Of course, he expects to sleep in the big bed as well.  In his foster home, he has learned to use the dog door and to go outside to potty.

Schnitzel is up-to-date on his vaccines and is now healthy.  If you are interested in Schnitzel, please contact Ralph at ottorig3@gmail.com or call (805) 857-8590.  An adoption application is required.

The adoption fee for Schnitzel is $150.00.

Simon lost his home because he is a fear-biter and he can be food and treat aggressive.  Because of these behaviors, he is unpredictable around children.  Since his former owners are trying to start a family, they felt Simon needed to find a new home.

Simon needs an owner who will be a strong, confident pack leader.   This will allow Simon to relax and make him far less likely to fear-bite.  Simon also needs an owner who has consistent rules so that he learns that he is not the one in charge.  His new owner will need to be vigilant when Simon is in new situations, giving Simon time to get comfortable before people approach him.

In his foster home, Simon is a delightful dog.  He is very loving and cuddly.  He has been doing extremely well with the many dogs in his foster home and has some excellent play manners.  He would do well with a young, friendly dog companion. 

Simon has tons of energy.  (Pies are the high energy dachshunds).  Simon needs a home where he will get a great deal of exercise.  He is learning to go to the park to play and to greet people outside his house appropriately.  A new owner would need to continue this training. 

Simon, at one time, lived with a cat and could most likely learn to do so again.  He is totally housebroken.  Simon has received excellent medical care during his life, including bloat correction surgery.  Simon is healthy and his vaccinations are all up-to-date.  If you are interested in Simon, please contact Lindy at linla@comcast.net.  A home check and adoption application are required.

Ebony is sweet, quiet, well behaved, and crate trained.  She is undergoing some remedial house training instruction.  She has been very cooperative and successful in her training so far.  We are looking for a loving, compassionate person who is willing to continue to reinforce her house training skills.  She will not do well in a home where no one is home for 8 to 9 hours a day.  Ebony needs to be taken outside to potty several times a day.  She is not an apartment dog, as she needs a home with a dog-door and a yard to run and play.  She loves going for walks, but she is a bit apprehensive in the car.  Ebony must have been somebody’s special baby girl, because she prefers to sleep in the big bed with her people, snuggling under the covers.

Ebony is young and energetic.  Despite her large size, she is quite agile, and has scaled a 3 foot high baby gate with ease.  She has been caught counter-surfing as well.  (That is standing on her hind legs with front legs on the edge of the kitchen counter, checking out potential food to steal.)  She corrects very well and has not attempted to jump the baby-gate or counter-surf since being corrected. 

Potential adopters must also have a very secure yard and take precautions before opening any door leading to the street.  She is young and can run like the wind.  We recommend taking her to obedience classes at the earliest opportunity.  She would be great if trained as a Therapy Dog or Search and Rescue Dog. 

Ebony would like a home with a male dachshund or Labrador for company if possible.  She plays nicely, even with the littlest of dachshunds.  She loves wrestle-mania.   Folks who work from home or who can take their dog to work would be perfect for her as well.  Ebony is very safe around babies or toddlers, but would be even better with older children.  We do not know if she is cat-safe, but her sweet disposition indicates that cats would probably not be an issue.  Ebony is current on all vaccines and has been microchipped.  

If you are interested in Ebony, please contact Dena via email  or call (562) 694-6868.  A home-check and an adoption application are required. 

Nini was surrendered to a Northern California shelter along with her very elderly chihuahua companion.  Unfortunately he was very sick, and he had to be euthanized, leaving Nini bereft, so shelter volunteers called rescue to save her.

Nini is a sweet, sweet girl who is starved for love and affection.  She loves hanging out on the couch with her humans and adores cuddling under the covers in the big bed.  This dog is very sweet.  Unfortunately, she is definitely not safe with cats, but to her credit, she is getting along better and better with her new canine siblings.  Nini is now enjoying the companionship of a dachshund brother and a dachshund mix sister and has really blossomed. 

Nini was recently spayed and had a complete dental.  She is getting a refresher course in house training, and her vaccines are all up-to-date.

If you can provide a good home for Nini, please fill out an application and email Lindy at linla@comcast.net.

Julius has had a hard life. We think he was a “yard dog,” meaning he never got to come in the house, but lived in the backyard. He has scars all over his face and ears, which tells us he was beaten up a lot by the other dog(s) at his home. He somehow managed to get out of his yard—and he was hit by a car. He has “road rash” on his flank, and we think his leg was damaged. Whatever the case, he’s fine now and runs around everywhere. When he first came into rescue, he was scared and starved for attention, but after just a few days, he was bouncing around like a happy little doggie.

Julius is a play machine! He’s always in the toy box, pulling out stuffies and balls. In fact, his favorite game is knocking over the toy box, strewing all the toys over the floor, waiting for his foster mom to put all the toys back in the toy box and knocking it down again and pulling out all the toys. He also LOVES to play fetch and will happily chase a ball or stuffed toy for as long as he can. When his foster mom’s arm gets tired, he takes a stuffed toy and shake shake shakes it. When he’s done playing, he’ll “hide” the toy in his crate like treasure, and then curl up for a snooze. A very affectionate little boy, he loves to have his face and ears pet, and he’ll roll over for a belly rub, showing the cute white stripe on his chest. He also loves going for rides in the car and taking long walks.

Julius is a big talker, and his form of communication is growling. Sometimes his growling is playful, but other times his growling means he’s unhappy. He doesn’t like to be told what to do, and he has some resource guarding issues we are working hard to correct. If he thinks he’s going to be hurt, his growling will get very scary sounding, but as soon as he feels comfortable again, he gives lots of kisses. Because of these issues, he wouldn’t do well in a home with children; but teenagers would be fine. Julius is learning that it’s fun to play with other doxies, but he’s really just focused on his person, so he could be an "only dog". He is NOT good with cats or other small animals.

Neutered, microchipped and current on his vaccinations, Julius is crate trained, dog-door savvy and perfectly house trained. If you would like to meet Julius, please email Tamar at tamar@crankyeditor.com. An adoption application is required.

If you love the standard dachshunds, you are going to fall head over heels for Ricky and Lucy.

Named for the stars of the 1950’s sitcom, “I Love Lucy”, this Ricky and Lucy are victims of the economic melt-down in California .  Their owners moved away and abandoned them.  They were found taking refuge in the crawl space under a neighbor’s porch.  They had evicted a family of opossums and were not discovered for several days.  Ricky and Lucy were frightened and confused, but the neighbor was able to lure them out of their safe-haven with food.  Efforts to locate their missing owners were unsuccessful.  The house where they had lived before was now empty.  Ricky and Lucy are in a rescue foster home waiting for a new family to fall in love with them and take them home.

They are crate trained, and learning the dog door and the necessary skills to become reliably house trained.  They get along with other dachshunds.  They walk well on leashes and are good in the car.  They correct well when told “no” or to stop doing something they shouldn’t.  They are affectionate and devoted to each other.  It’s very obvious that they are littermates. Unfortunately, their affection does not extend to cats or other small pets.  No cats, rodents, reptiles, or birds can be living in the same residence with them.  They are not too keen on bigger dogs either. 

Applicants need to be able to keep them on a schedule so they can maintain their good potty habits.  We are looking for a mature family with children over 10 years old.  Working families are fine as Ricky and Lucy can keep each other company while the family is out and about.  These are very loving doxies.  Not only do they love each other and cuddle and groom each other, they are very docile with people and generous with their kisses.  They like to be held and cuddled, and they are hopeful that one day they will earn the privilege of sleeping in the big bed with their people.  For now, they sleep together in an extra large dog bed in the master bedroom.

Ricky and Lucy are very healthy. Their vaccines are up-to-date and they have been microchipped.  If you can provide a loving home for Ricky and Lucy, please contact Dena via email  or call (562) 694-6868.  A home-check and an adoption application are required. 

When Candy’s back went out, her owners did nothing for her to two entire weeks.  They forced her to stay outside in the cold day and night, dragging her back legs behind her, becoming bruised and bloody.  Finally, they took pity on her and sent out an e-mail message to several dachshund rescue groups asking for assistance to find another home for Candy.  SCDR responded immediately, arranged for transport from Northern California , and took Candy into Rescue within 24 hours.

During the next few days, Candy was examined by our very knowledgeable vet, given medication, and put on crate rest.  The following week, Candy was treated with acupuncture.  Candy was soon able to stand on all four feet and began to learn how to walk again.  Since then, each day she gets physical therapy and is getting better and better.  The wounds and bruises on her rear legs and feet have healed nicely too.

Candy is crate trained and knows the doggie door.  Her house training is almost perfect.  She has even mastered going up and down the ramp to the back yard without her feet slipping out from under her.  She is definitely on the road to a full recovery.  She needs a family willing to keep her on a potty schedule so she can continue to improve her house training skills.  Stay-at-home moms/dads, or folks who work from home, would be best for her.  She needs a home that is all on one level with no stairs and just a step or two that can be easily ramped to make it easy for her to navigate in and out the door.  She cannot do stairs at all.

Candy gets along great with other small dogs.  She likes gentle children over 8 years old, and enjoys playing with toys. We don’t know how she would behave around cats.  Candy is the consummate lap dog.  She loves to cuddle and get belly rubs.  She very much wants to sleep in the big bed under the covers with her person.  She would be fine as an “only dog” as long as she was not left alone for long periods of time.  A male dachshund companion would be fine too. 

Pilgrim has been in foster care for the last two years, because his owner passed away, and wanted Dachshund Rescue to care for him until the end of his years.  Unfortunately, during the process of the Probate of the owner's Estate, greedy family members did not want him to benefit from his owner’s intentions.  We have recently been authorized by the court to allow this beautiful dachshund the opportunity to find a new, loving home. 

Pilgrim is very tiny and beautiful, and he is such a love. He is content to sit in the middle of his huge bed, and hog it all to himself, or he cuddles up with another doxie family member, but like any dachshund, he longs to sleep in the big bed.  Pilgrim is also very mischievous, snooping everywhere in the house, in the yard, in every bed, crate, nook and cranny.  He is somewhat shy at first, and you must earn his trust, but a more loving dog you could not ask for.

Pilgrim still needs some work on his potty habits.  He is crate trained, doggy door trained, walks nicely on a leash and is 95% house trained. Even though he uses the doggy door, and potties every time you go out with him, he is still working on going out on his own.  His foster mom thinks he gets mad when he is left behind while she is busy doing something else.  

Pilgrim needs an adults-only home.  He is safe with cats and other small pets.  He needs a dachshund companion, preferably and older female to “mother” him when his humans must be away from home.  He is current on shots, very healthy, microchipped, and now waiting now for his forever home. 

If you can give Pilgrim a real good home, please contact Dawn at dawnaa@pacbell.net.  A home check and completed adoption application are required.

If you love dapple dachshunds, then you are going to love Riley.  He is sweet and adorable.

Riley came into rescue because his previous owner abandoned him at the grooming shop.  Efforts to get his people to come back and claim him failed, and after more than a month living at the groomer’s, Animal Control gave the groomer permission to place Riley into Rescue.

Riley deserves to have a real home again and to be with a family that is going to love and cherish him.  He is house trained and very well behaved.  Riley is good with children over 10 years old.  He comes when called (a big plus if you know dachshunds) and gets very excited when he sees his leash and knows he is going for a walk.  He enjoys going for rides in the car too.  We don’t know if he is safe with cats. 

Riley has current vaccines and he is microchipped.  We are looking for a family who can give Riley a lot of attention as he is starved for affection and need lots of love.  Riley would also like you to know that he would enjoy the company of a non-alpha female doxie.  He loves to cuddle, and sleeps under the covers in the big bed.  Are you retired and enjoy traveling in your RV?  Then Riley wants to be your dog.

If you can provide a good home for Riley, please contact Dena via email  or call (562) 694-6868.  A home check and adoption application are required.

Mimi is an adorable "chuweenie" puppy, with big doe eyes and dachshund ears that stand up.  She has the sweetest disposition we’ve seen in a long time.  When the call came in from the Central California SPCA in Fresno about Mimi, we knew we had to take her into Rescue and help this puppy. 

Mimi was dumped at the shelter on St. Patrick’s Day by a couple that said that Mimi had a broken right rear leg and they could not afford the vet bill.  No explanation was give as to how this petite puppy managed to get a broken leg.  Shelter volunteers took one look at this tiny, 6 pound, angel and called us immediately.  Within minutes a transport was set up, and by noon the next day Mimi was in Orange County with a 4:00 p.m. vet appointment.  X-rays revealed a break in her right femur right where the bone fits into the hip socket.  This is a very unusual place for a break and in our vet’s opinion Mimi had to have been physically abused in order for this type of break to have happened.  The vet prescribed a few weeks of crate rest, and now Mimi is ready for a new and wonderful home.  No sign of the injury or abuse remain.

Mimi looks like a taller dachshund with perky ears.  She has all the characteristics of a dachshund, but her ears stand up like a bunny.  She has a lush coat with a lovely tail.  Her teeth are so white you’ll need sunglasses to look at them.  We love her adorable dachshund face and those bunny ears, don’t you?  Mimi is timid when meeting new people or dogs, but warms up quickly.  She gets along very well with the other dogs in her foster home.  And she loves people too.  We don’t know how she behaves toward cats.  Her foster family says that she’s the easiest dog they've ever seen. 

Mimi is a puppy and is learning to be house trained.  She has only had a couple of accidents since arriving at her foster home.  She is crate trained and goes into her crate voluntarily to enjoy a treat or take a little nap.  She is learning how to walk nicely on a leash.  She is fine on car rides.  She loves to cuddle and snuggle and would not mind being invited to spend the night in the big bed with you.  Mimi just wants to be loved all the time.  Mimi is now healthy, microchipped, and her vaccinations are up-to-date.

If you are interested in adopting Mimi, please contact Dena at (562) 694-6868.  An adoption application is required.

Next to the word “adorable” in the dictionary, there should be a picture of Winnie Marie.  Winnie’s original owners allowed their child to harass and abuse Winnie until one day, Winnie fought back and bit the child.  A friend of the family took Winnie away from them and subsequently turned Winnie over to Rescue to find a home where no one would ever hurt her again.  

Winnie is a sweet, quiet girl who is loving and playful.  She is shy and a bit defensive when meeting new people, but if given some time to approach at her own pace, she is very sweet.  She likes men, and would be very happy in a home with one or two of her very own again.  She loves to give kisses, cuddle in her person’s lap, sleep under the covers in the big bed, and she enjoys lots of petting and belly rubs.  Winnie is 100% house trained and is dog-door savvy.  Winnie thinks baby-gates are for sissies, so extra vigilance when opening doors to the street is required.  

Winnie walks well on a leash, and she likes to go in the car.  She would especially appreciate being in an “only dog” family, but would be fine with another dachshund (male preferred).  We do not know if Winnie is cat-safe.  Due to her past experiences with a sadistic child, we would prefer not to place her in a home with children.  

Winnie is in good health.  Her vaccinations are all up-to-date.  She has been microchipped.  She is a good eater, loves her food prepared just the right way, with a bit of chicken broth.  She doesn’t care for biscuits or treats.  No junk food for this gal.  

Just one look into her sparkling brown eyes and you will lose your heart to her.  If you are interested in Winnie, please contact Dena via email  or call (562) 694-6868.  A home-check and an adoption application are required. 

Judging by the bright whiteness of his teeth and naïve, youthful spirit, we think Moose is not much more than a year and a half old.  He is a 30 pound, large frame, standard teddy bear.  He would not harm a fly.  He is a chocolate long hair with shorter than average length hair, but it does take about two years for a longhair to grow his coat completely.  Moose is still a puppy by our standards.   

Moose is an innocent pup who has truly lost his way and does not know what he did wrong to be abandoned, but none-the-less holds no grudge.  He only desperately wants a permanent home where he can give and receive love by the boat load.  He is very playful and fun loving.  He gets along with all people and would love to have a female doxie companion.  He is totally socialized.  We would feel comfortable placing Moose in a home with children over 5 years old.  

Moose challenges no one and craves attention and tummy rubs.  He appears to be housebroken and has very quickly learned the dog door.  He wants to please, and he seems pretty smart and obedient. He does sometimes have that thick, stubborn, headstrong, selective hearing problem that we all know plagues the dachshund breed.  We think he is very trainable, because when you show caring and leadership, he wants to follow.  In fact, he follows his foster dad all over the house at every opportunity.  He wants to learn commands.  He craves attention and desperately wants to know what to do next and where his loyalty should be placed.   

Moose is in excellent health.  His vaccinations are all up-to-date.  If you’ve had previous experience with a longhaired dachshund, it would be a plus as he needs daily brushing and periodic grooming to look his absolute best.  Moose walks well on a leash and loves car rides.  Just one look into his sparkling brown eyes and you will lose your heart.  He is a very special boy.   

If you are interested in Moose, please contact Ralph at ottorig3@gmail.com or call (805) 857-8590.  An adoption application is required.  

Dee-Dee's original owners loved her, but they didn't really take care of her.  She came into rescue very shy and always hiding behind her doxie father.  We split the two dogs up, and Dee-Dee’s true personality is now blossoming.  She is becoming much bolder as she gains confidence.

 Dee-Dee has begun initiating play with the other dogs in her foster home.  She is extremely affectionate with people and loves to sit on laps.  She has a lot of youthful energy.  As she gets more comfortable, she is becoming more puppy-like.  She absolutely adores going for walks.

 Dee-Dee has a lovely silky coat and a beautiful face.  She is crate trained, but she will whine unless she has another dog in the crate with her.  Her housebreaking is still a work-in-progress, but she is coming along nicely.  We think Dee-Dee would be workable with cats.  She could also go to a home with older, respectful children.  She would really love to go to have a young playful male dog as a companion.

 When Dee-Dee arrived, she had never been to a vet or had a single vaccination.  She is now spayed and up-to-date on her vaccinations.  She has also had a retained baby tooth removed.

 If you are interested in Dee-Dee, please contact Lindy at linla@comcast.net.  A home check and adoption application are required.  

Chaplin, a feisty dachshund/min-pin mix, was rescued from the particularly nasty, East Valley Shelter in Los Angeles .  Caged with several other (bigger) dogs, he soon showed them that what dachshunds are made of.  The staff was very happy when Rescue bailed him out of there.  Chaplin was happy about that too.

Chaplin, named for the actor/comedian Charlie Chaplin, is a funny little boy with very silly ears—they’re oversized and wobble around on the side of his head, like they’re waving. A playful little boy, he enjoys cuddling and kissing his person’s face. He can be jealous and competitive over food and attention, so he'd like an "only dog" home please.  Chaplin loves to burrow under the covers and sleeps in his own little bed. Once he is snuggled in his little bed, do not disturb.  He can be a bit of a curmudgeon if doesn't get his beauty sleep.   He prefers the company of women and wants to be somebody's one and only love.  He is not safe with children and precautions should be taken when there are children and food around.  He’s okay with a dog-savvy cat.

Neutered, current on his vaccinations and crate-trained, Chaplin is ready for his forever home. His ideal home would have a single, retired lady who knows how to deal with a senior dog with a strong personality .  If you are interested in Chaplin , please contact Dena via email or call (562) 694-6868.  An adoption application is required. If you are interested in fostering him only, let us know.

Chloe is a 2-3 year-old dachshund/spaniel mix who weighs about 12 pounds.  She has medium length long hair and stunningly beautiful amber eyes. Her coat is chocolate with hints of blond.  She has all the features of a dachshund, but she is slightly taller.  Her family lost their home and trusted Rescue to find her a wonderful home.

Chloe is an incredibly affectionate dog who gets along well with other dogs. She also does very well with children and adjusts easily to a new environment. She still has the playfulness of a puppy and likes to interact with both humans and dogs. She also is quite a runner and will obey voice commands in the park. On walks in the neighborhood she is highly curious and will walk up to every front door, if allowed.

She is generally well-behaved in the house, but still has minor potty issues. However, if she is taken out on a regular schedule she doesn’t appear to have a problem. She likes to sleep with other dogs or humans.  Outside of the house, she likes to soak in the sun or explore a back yard. She seems somewhat oblivious to cats, birds and squirrels.

Chloe will make a great pet for either a single person or a family. She is highly adaptable to any environment, but she does require attention and a regular bathroom schedule.  She has no known health issues and she is up-to-date on all of her vaccinations.  She is very active and enjoys walks quite a bit.

If you are interested in Chloe, please contact Alex at alex.paul@yahoo.com .  A home check and adoption application are required.

Milo is a wonderful “chuweenie” who is a victim of foreclosure and was taken to the pound by his owners.  When he first came to foster care he was a very frightened dog and would shake uncontrollably. After some initial problems with excessive marking, he settled nicely into his foster home with two other dogs.  He had to wear a “belly band” for three weeks, but once he got used to his surroundings, he had no accidents. He clearly thrives in a stable, attentive home.

Milo loves to run and play, but also loves to sleep.  He will enjoy sleeping with you in bed and once he’s down for the night, he doesn’t wake up or move a lot.  Like both chihuahuas and dachshunds, he loves to burrow under the covers.  He hates getting up in the morning unless there is food involved.  He thrives on human attention, making him a great lap dog.  He is very active on walks, but needs to be (slightly) monitored when other dogs approach as he may get excitable.  His foster home is working on socializing him with a pack of dogs.  Now that his fearfulness is waning, he’ll soon be regularly walked on a trail with another pack of dogs for an hour a day.  He recently had his first day with the group of dogs and quickly became best friends with a poodle.

We don’t know how he is with children or cats, but he does well with other dogs.  He also knows what “give me a kiss” means and isn’t afraid of showing you affection.

Milo is in great shape and appears to be extremely healthy. His vaccines are up-to-date.  If you can provide a loving home for Milo , please fill out an adoption application and e-mail Lindy at linla@comcast.net.

Fritz and Roxann were  picked up stray and taken to the Kings County Animal Shelter near Fresno .  Efforts to locate their families failed, so shelter volunteers contacted Rescue and we jumped at the chance to take them both into our program to find them a great home.

The funny thing is, Fritz and Roxann didn’t know each other prior to being transported to their foster home in Southern California , but they bonded to each other on the long car-ride and you’d never know they were not lifelong buddies.  Wherever Fritz goes, Roxann follows, and vice versa.  They eat together, play together, sleep together, and go outside to potty together.  We’ve never seen two doxies so in love.

Fritz and Roxann are in excellent health, microchipped, and their vaccinations are all up-to-date.  They are still very puppylike and can get into mischief if left to their own devices for long periods of time.  They truly enjoy the comforts of home and the comradery of family, both canine and human.  They both love to be held and cuddled.  They are crate trained, 90% house trained, and know how to use a dog door.  They truly enjoy going for long walks and are good in the car.

We are looking for someone who wants dogs who are very loving and affectionate.  Folks who work part-time or from home would be perfect.  They are very safe with children over 5 years old.  They are affectionate with gentle children.  We don’t know how they behave around cats or other small pets.

If you can provide a good home for Fritz and Roxann, please email Tamar at tamar@crankyeditor.com. An adoption application is required.

Hi, my name is Reggie, and all I want for my birthday is my very own home!  I will be one year old on May 15^th, and I so want to have my very own person to take me home, love me, scratch my belly and ears, feed me my favorite food and take me to bed at night.

I am crate trained, doggy door savvy, eat very slow and nice, love to play with toys, run like a rabbit around the back yard, lay in the sun, burrow in my blankets, kiss my foster parents, play with my foster family members and would love to have a brother or sister of my own in my new home.

My foster mom is teaching me “no barking” but I don’t really bark much, only when strangers knock on the door or enter “my” backyard.  I try so hard to be a good boy, and I wag my tail all the time, I am very obedient, come when called and don’t mind being alone for several hours.  I would be content living in a small house or condo, or I think it would be fun if I could go for rides in an RV and travel the country, I am up to anything!

I have a very nice personality and I am oh so sweet, my foster mom said I would make a perfect transition into a new home, and make someone very happy.

If you give me a real good home, please contact Dawn at dawnaa@pacbell.net.  A home check and completed adoption application are required.

Dieter was dumped in the shelter by a backyard breeder who didn’t want him anymore. He’s an adorable little guy, but the breeder neglected to socialize him, so Dieter was very nervous and uncomfortable with people when he came into rescue. Since then, he has blossomed into a happy, friendly little guy who loves people and treats his mama like a goddess. If left to his own devices, he sits next to his person all day long and follows his foster mom around like a little shadow. He can be a little cautious about being picked up, but once you gain his trust, he'll relax.

Dieter's favorite time of day is bedtime. He runs right up the doggie steps, onto the bed, and waits for his person to get in bed with him. After washing his person's arm, he'll curl up into a tiny ball right next to you. He will also sleep in a crate, especially if he's crated with another doxie. A very silly little doxie, Dieter loves to frisk and prance around, especially before mealtimes. He'll toss a stuffed toy into the air, catch it and run around the house with it. When he decides he wants to play with another dog, he rolls over onto his back, wiggles his paws and tail frantically, and lick the other dog's mouth. It's adorable.

We discovered that Dieter cannot be an "only dog". The stress of being totally responsible for “guarding” his home or his person is just too much for him. However, if he is part of a pack of doxies, he’s just fine—he likes it when other doxies are in charge. He loves to play with toys and other dogs, and when it’s time for a nap, he cuddles in a puppy pile with his pack. He does especially well with male dogs, but a feisty little female would be a fine companion for him, too. Dieter is extremely submissive, so he would do well with another doxie who is alpha. He would not do well in a home with cats or children under 12 years old.

Dieter learned how to use the doggie door right away and seems to be totally housetrained. He sleeps peacefully in his crate and jumps in right away when called. Neutered and current on his vaccinations, Dieter would love to meet his forever people. If you would like to meet him, please email Tamar at tamar@crankyeditor.com. An adoption application is required.

Henri came into the Camarillo shelter as a stray.  His owners never even bothered looking for him at the shelter, so unfortunately we don’t have any background information on him.  He was adopted out to a private party and returned within a couple of days, because he went after her pet birds.  

Henri is a very loving and energetic boy.  He is a bit underweight, but his foster parents are working on beefing him up.  Henri gets along wonderfully with all the other animals in his foster home which includes four cats, another dachshund and four birds.  He even gets along with the wild birds that forage for bugs in the back yard.

Some of Henri's favorite things include facial massages, long walks on the beach, and soft beds to cuddle in at night.  Henry is also crate trained and will run into his crate when you say "Kennel".  He has had to be crated during work hours, because he gets into mischief otherwise. He will need an owner that is not afraid to make rules and set limitations.  

Henri will chase the cats, but also try to play with them. Sometimes, he will get so worked up that he knocks over the potted plants and then plays in the dirt.  He can also get a little rough when playing “wrestle mania”. The good news is that that he will stop and play nice when you tell him to.  His new family should seriously consider taking Henri to obedience training.  He is very eager to learn new things.  His foster parents are currently working on “sit” and “lay down”.  He does pull on the leash, but will stop pulling if you correct him.  Henri appears to be 100% house trained and likes to go potty in the grass.

We think Henri will be a wonderful companion to just about anyone. He would be safe with children over 8 years old.  He's a very friendly dog.  He has no issues with other dogs or new people.  He is very playful, not an alpha personality.  He loves walks, but needs a strong leash and harness to prevent him from getting too excited and pulling.  Henri likes to chew his blankets and carry them all over the house, even dragging them outside.  (Maybe we should have named him Linus - from the Peanuts cartoon strip.)  He is not keen on eating dog food.  We think perhaps because he was fed from the table in his previous life or as a stray living off people food scraps.

Henri is up-to-date on his vaccines and is healthy.  If you are interested in Henri, please contact Ralph at ottorig3@gmail.com or call (805) 857-8590.  A home-check and adoption application are required.

Veronica (a.k.a. Ronnie) was turned over to rescue when her family lost their home and could not find a pet-friendly apartment.  This tiny girl is so sweet and loving, it is almost inconceivable that they could not find a way to keep her.  Alas, they could not. 

Ronnie is a sweet, little girl who only wants to be loved by her person.  She wants to snuggle with you all night under the covers in the big bed.  She is crate trained, house trained, walks well on a leash, and is well socialized.  She enjoys running and playing with other non-aggressive dachshunds.  She is good with children over 10 years old, especially little girls, and seems to be cat-safe (most cats are bigger than Ronnie anyway).  She would not do well with people who are gone to work all day.  She needs someone who either works from home or works part-time.  She is a great little traveler who enjoys going for rides in the car.  She would be a wonderful RV dog.  Ronnie is not an apartment or condo dog.  She needs a doggy door with access to a secure yard.  She does not like to be left alone for long periods of time.

Ronnie deserves a good home with people who are going love and cherish her for the rest of her life.  She is in good health.  Her vaccines are all current.  She has a million kisses for your face and cannot wait to give them to you.

If you are interested in Ronnie, please contact Dena via email or call (562) 694-6868.  A home check and adoption application are required.

If dogs could talk, little Sasha would have quite a story to tell. She was found on the streets of Los Angeles suffering from hypothermia and wound up at the pound. Our volunteer spotted this sweet little girl on the LA Animal Services website and knew she had to get her out of there.  We readily agreed.

Sasha has been in her foster home for about a month now, and she is improving every day. She has adjusted well, has a good appetite and has started to gain some weight. She gets along very well with her foster sister, also a doxie, and usually tolerates the cat though there is still a bit of growling now and then (on both sides) She seems to be almost completely house trained. If there is a way to get outside to go, she will do so, but hasn't yet warmed up to the doggy door. Sasha enjoys having her own kennel and happily sleeps there at night since her foster mom doesn't want to take a chance of her falling out of the big bed at night.  

Sasha has some trouble controlling her movements, especially when she gets excited. Picture a cross between a pinball and a fire engine with no one driving the back end. We aren't sure what caused her physical problems, whether they are neurological or the result of an injury, but we do know that she is a survivor! She is such a trooper, she just keeps on going until she gets where she needs to go.  Sasha is nervous about being picked up, but likes to cuddle, hates baths, and seems a little wary of men - it seems likely she's experienced some abuse in the past.

Sasha gets along well with other dachshunds, and appears to tolerate dog-friendly cats, but would be very happy to be a spoiled little princess.  She wants to sleep in the big bed with her person.  Sasha is the perfect companion for a retired person or someone who works from home who seeks the love and devotion this little dog is so willing to give.  Previous experience with a longhaired dachshund would be a plus, but not essential.

If you are interested in Sasha, please contact Dena via email or call (562) 694-6868.  An adoption application is required.

Tammy is a victim of the current mortgage crisis. Sadly, her people lost their home and could not secure pet-friendly living arrangements. This is the second time Tammy has lost a loving home. Fortunately, she is in a wonderful foster home with a loving temporary mom who has helped Tammy with some much-needed weight loss and given her lots of love. Tammy is now a happy, well-adjusted doxie who would love to find her forever home. She doesn’t want to be passed around any more.

Don’t let Tammy’s age fool you—she is very playful! She loves to help her foster mom garden, and she enjoys playing with her foster brother, a big dog, and cuddling with the kitty who lives in her foster home. She’s also very active and enjoys going for long walks, even hikes! But she’s very easygoing and undemanding, and will happily spend a quiet day lazing in the sun.

Tammy is extremely people focused and wants to be right next to her person at all times. She is good with cats (she used to live with them). She is happy to greet everyone and would be fine with respectful children over 5 years old. She does well with other dogs, but really wants to be with her people, so she could be an "only dog" if necessary. Tammy really loves to eat will do anything to get to it—even things one would think a short-legged dachshund incapable of doing. Her new family will need to make certain that Tammy doesn’t eat too much. Her svelte new figure is very becoming!

Spayed and current on her vaccinations, Tammy is in good health. She would be perfect just about any household, but she would especially like to live with people who are home much of the time. She is happy to sleep in her dog bed, but she really loves sleeping in the big bed with her person. Tammy is perfectly housetrained, a rarity for dachshunds.

If you are interested in Tammy, please contact Lindy at linla@comcast.net. A home check and adoption application are required.

Millie was turned in to the SFACC by her owner.  She was so traumatized by the experience, the shelter deemed her unadoptable by the general public, so they contacted Rescue.  Once she was out of the shelter and in a foster home, her behavior improved dramatically.  Millie became the sweet dachshund we always knew she was.  Though she was an “outside dog” in her previous life, she is now enjoying the comforts and privileges of being in the house with her foster brothers and sisters.

Millie was so shy when she first arrived at her foster home, she didn't want to play with the other dogs and she acted like an old dog - just wanting to hide out and sleep in her kennel.  Her four weeks in the shelter had really taken a toll on her.  As she got more and more comfortable, the real Millie has emerged.  She now plays with all the other dogs.  She romps and wrestles with them and loves to get in a good game of chase.  She really enjoys cuddling.  She likes toys and chewies.  

Millie's biggest problem is that she will dig under a fence, so she cannot ever be left in yard alone.  (When she dug out at her foster home, she fortunately just hung out in the front yard).  She is not used to being a house dog, so she still gets concerned when strangers come to the house.  Because of this, she would do best in a home without children. 

Millie has never been an “only dog”, so she would need some time to adjust to a situation like this.  She would love a playful male buddy (she wants a dog her size - she doesn't like the big dog in her foster home). 

If you are interested in Millie, please contact Lindy at linla@comcast.net.  A home check and adoption application are required.

Joanna was abandoned at the vet’s office by people who didn’t want to deal with a dachshund with a back problem.  Although Joanna was making an excellent recovery, her people refused to come back for her and told the vet to put her down.  Instead, he contacted Rescue.  We were delighted to help Joanna continue her rehabilitation and to find her a good home.

As you can see, Joanna is fully recovered.  She would be OK with families with children over 10 years old.  She is friendly toward everyone, but she especially likes little girls who are gentle with her.  She would be fine with a mellow, mini male dachshund companion, no large dogs.  She is also independent and would do well as an "only dog" if necessary.  Unfortunately, Joanna failed the cat-test, she's aggressive toward cats.

Joanna is crate trained, house trained and knows the dog door.  She does not like to go outside to potty if it is raining (what dachshund does?).  Fortunately, it does not rain in Southern California very often.  She responds well to rewards and praise.  She enjoys going for walks, and loves car rides. 

Joanna is now in good health.  Her vaccinations are all up-to-date.  She would be a good downstairs apartment or condo dog too.  She needs a home that is all on one level with no stairs and just a step or two that can be easily ramped to make it easy for her to navigate in and out the door.  She would need to be carried up and down any steps to avoid re-injuring her back.

Just one look into her sparkling brown eyes and you will lose your heart to her.  She is a very special doxie girl.  If you can give a good home to Joanna, please contact Dena via email or call (562) 694-6868.  An adoption application is required.

Theodore is a breathtaking cream/golden colored longhaired doxie. We estimate he is around 2-3 years old.  He is a sweet and outgoing boy who likes attention and loves nothing more then belly rubs and giving kisses.  He is great on walks and outgoing with strangers.  He enjoys car rides and going places with his people.  He is protective and would be a good watch dog too.  Although is he not at all aggressive with other dogs, he does not like bouncy puppies or big energetic dogs.  He is really more of a people dog.  He has a nice mix of energetic and couch potato.

Theodore would not do well in a home where he is alone all day or in an apartment as he does have some separation anxiety.  He is not destructive, but he will bark if he feels left out of family things.  He is housebroken as long as he has access to the outside and he does not mark territory.

If you are interested in adopting Theodore, please visit www.pupsandpals.net for more info and the adoption application.  Also, please note that we are all volunteers, so it may take 3-5 days to process your application, but you will hear back from us.

Zeke is a real gem of a dog! He is a black and brown long-haired dachshund. His coat is soooo soft and thick, fun to pet and brush; luckily he likes being brushed and is the perfect gentleman in the bath.  Zeke is completely people-oriented and adores following people around, curling up in laps whenever possible and getting petted, but is also okay chilling out nearby. He LOVES giving kisses! Zeke would really like to sleep on the bed amongst his people’s pillows, but has contented himself with his doggie bed on the floor next to foster brother’s bed. He does NOT like crates.

Zeke is a very happy dog; his little tail is always wagging. He is generally quiet and calm, although he excitedly races around at mealtimes - so funny! Zeke is good with our dog although he isn’t playful; he seems to enjoy doggie companionship but would be happy being an only dog (more pettings!). He does warn off strange dogs when they get too close, so he is not a dog-park sort of dog. It is unknown how he would be with cats, but I would guess fine, as he has no detectable prey drive.  We also don’t know how he would be around children, but he does let adults handle him all over without complaint and rolls belly-up, tail wagging when people reach down to pick him up.

Zeke is house-trained, walks beautifully on leash, likes riding in the car, and listens well to correction.  At 7 years old, Zeke is strong, sturdy and really at his prime, perfect for those wanting a loving, low-maintenance companion. His family had to give him up because of foreclosure, and he grieved for them, but is recovering nicely and ready to meet YOU! Will you give him the forever home he deserves?

Zeke is being fostered in San Francisco for Longdogs Rescue, a Sacramento-based doxie rescue.  If you are interested in giving Zeke a good home, please contact his foster mom Clara at clara@claradey.org or call her at 415-337-0115.  A home check and adoption application are required. 

We don’t understand how Kayley came to be labeled a “stray” at the shelter—she is completely blind!  How many blind “stray” doxies do you know?  We don’t know any. It’s more likely that Kayley’s people took her to the shelter and said she was a stray so they wouldn’t look like bad guys for dumping her in a strange, loud, scary place. Shame on them. But their loss is our gain: Kayley is as adorable and sweet as they come, with a funny, feisty personality. A happy little princess, she adores people and gives millions of sweet kisses. She wants nothing more than find someone who will love her and care for her the rest of her life.

Kayley might be 100% blind, but she gets around like a sighted dog, seldom bumping into anything, quickly learning the layout of her environment and walking in a straight line. Her foster dad is unconvinced she’s blind, that’s how well she gets around. Kayley is one smart girl. She’s even learning how to use the steps up to the couch. She seems to be totally house trained, and although the doggie door is a little scary to her right now, she’ll have it mastered in no time. Believe it or not, Kayley loves to go for walks! Snap on her leash and she's up for it, enjoying sniffing the smells and greeting all the new dogs and people she encounters.  What a little treasure she is! 

Kayley is a talker; when she wants to find her people, she’ll bark until they make a noise to let her know where they are. We’re teaching her how to wait in a crate while her people are out and about, but she really needs to live with someone who is home much of the time. She also insists on sleeping in the big bed, burrowed under the covers. She gets along well with other dogs, but isn’t dependent on them. She’s a people dog and enjoys following her person around all day and curling up for a nap right next to their feet—or on their lap! She’s fine with cats, and she would be okay with gentle, respectful kids older than eight years old.

Spayed, vaccinated and microchipped, Kayley is ready for her forever home. If you can provide a good home for Kayley, please contact Tamar at tamar@crankyeditor.com. An adoption application is required.

On April 16, 2009, we received a phone call from a couple in Riverside CA identifying Kayley as their lost doxie girl, Trixie.  Subsequent phone calls were made and ownership was verified.  Kayley/Trixie was formally reunited with her family.  She was apparently taken from their yard and dumped in a Los Angeles shelter over 50 miles away.  Everyone was delighted to see Kayley/Trixie have a happy ending to her story.  

Baxter is the cutest thing on four legs. Just look at him sitting pretty! We think his white paws, face and “scarf” are just adorable. We don’t know why he was left at the shelter, but we suspect his former owners couldn’t afford to take care of his dental needs. Boy, were his teeth stinky! We sent him to the doggie dentist right away, and now his kisses are sweet as can be.

We think Baxter is just about perfect. He loves meeting new people and greets everyone he meets with a wagging tail and lots of kisses. He’s ready for any adventure, whether it’s a ride in the car or a walk around the neighborhood. He really enjoys life. He loves to explore the yard and sunbathe, and although he doesn’t play with toys or other dogs, he’s frisky and silly.

Because he was abandoned in the shelter, he bonds quickly and deeply with the person(s) giving him love—his motto is, “If you can’t be with the one you love, love the one you’re with.” As a result, he hates being separated from his person and will become anxious and upset if left alone. He needs to be with someone who is home most of the time, ideally a retired person or couple who will adore him and give him the attention he so desperately needs. He must sleep in the big bed at night, and he doesn’t do well being crated. He would be fine with older children or grandchildren. He could be an only dog or have a doxie companion; all he cares about is being near his person. Best of all, he is perfectly housetrained and will go out the doggie door to do his business in the yard every time. We think Baxter is a great little doxie who will bring years of joy to anyone who adopts him.

Neutered, vaccinated and microchipped, Baxter is ready for his forever home. If you would like to meet Baxter, please email Tamar at tamar@crankyeditor.com. An adoption application is required.

	Someone at home most of the day, stay-at-home moms and folks who work from home would be ideal.
	Previous dachshund experience is a plus but not essential.
	Another young dachshund for play and companionship.
	A very secure INDOOR place for the puppy to be when no one is at home.
	Applicants must be between 25 and 65 years of age.
	No infants or toddlers, please, but we will consider families with children over five years old.

Chulo and Chula are littermates.  Their names mean “handsome” and “pretty”.  We rescued them from the Stanislaus County shelter several weeks ago.  They were both very ill at the time.  Both had upper respiratory infections, were extremely malnourished, and had difficulty putting on weight.  It took a while, but both siblings are now healthy and ready for a home of their own. 

These are very sweet, mischievous doxies.  Each one is a joy to hold and cuddle.  They give wonderful kisses. They are crate trained, and their house training is about 90%.  Given access to outside with a dog door, these two adorable doxies will go outside to potty most of the time.  They need a family willing to continue to take them outside on a schedule so they don’t backslide.  They need a home with a back yard.  They are not apartment/condo dogs.

Applicants must have previous dachshund experience and be willing to adopt both of these littermates together.  They are not good prospects to be left alone all day.  Actually, they can be escape artists and require a very secure home and yard.  Chula can dig under a stockade or chain-link fence easily.  Chulo thinks baby-gates are for sissies and can climb one in nothing flat.  They cannot be left to their own devices very long unless you know for certain there is no way they can get out into the street.

They are safe with children over 8 years old.  We don’t know if they are safe with cats, but most cats are bigger than they are anyway.  They both have had dental cleaning, been fully vaccinated, and have been microchipped.

Do you have room in your heart and home for both of these sweet babies?  If you can give Chulo and Chula an excellent home, please contact Dawn at  tbirdsc@pacbell.net. They are a bonded pair and we will not separate them.  An adoption application is required.

If you love the standard dapple dachshunds, you are going to fall head over heels for Flash and Daisy Mae.

Flash and Daisy Mae are victims of the economic melt-down in California .  They came from a family with six rambunctious children and an unemployed, disabled dad.  Conditions were stressful in their home to say the least.  Flash and Daisy Mae were very happy to be placed in a foster home to await adoption.  As a matter of fact, they blossomed from withdrawn, possessive, and defensive into two of the most loving, gentle, and affectionate dachshunds we’ve rescued.

Daisy Mae loves her stuffed animals to play with, and insists on sitting on your lap at every opportunity.  Flash is also very sweet, but has no interest in toys at this time. He loves to snoop in the yard and eagerly awaits his turn for pets, love and kisses.  They are very well socialized and make new friends easily.

They are both larger dogs, each weighing about 20 pounds. They have a hearty appetite, take their treats very gently, play nicely with the other foster dogs, are very loyal, and love to groom each other as well as the other foster dogs.  They are crate trained, reliably house trained, and dog-door savvy.  They walk well on a leash and are very good on car rides.

We are looking for a mature family with older children (over 12 years old). These two doxies have had enough babies and little kids to last a lifetime.  Working families are fine as Flash and Daisy Mae can keep each other company while the family is out and about.

Flash and Daisy Mae are very healthy. Their vaccines are up-to-date and they have been microchipped.  If you can provide a loving home for Flash and Daisy Mae, please contact Dawn at tbirdsc@pacbell.net.  An adoption application is required.