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Princess is a beautiful little Pit Bull / 
Dachshund mix.  She is house broken, crate trained, loves kids and other dogs.  What more could we ask of her.

This is what her foster Mom had to say about her:  Princess is a beautiful dachshund/pitbull terrier mix that was pulled just in time from death row at a North Carolina animal shelter.  Princess is a very active girl who loves to play and be loved all of the time. She does well in a home with other dogs or a very active home where she can get lots of attention and be walked.  But she would also be fine with being the only dog.  Princess is crate trained and fully house trained.  She is new to our rescue and as we learn more about her we will update her bio.  If you would like to give Princess a furever home, please fill out an adoption application today.

So with that said, and with that adorable face, why wouldn't we expect Princess to find her furever home virtually immediately.  Well, through know fault of her own, and having nothing to do with the type of pet she will be, she already has three strikes against her:

1. She's five years old.  that's not old for a dog.  But many people only want puppies or very young dogs.  I happen to have previously blogged about the advantages of adopting a senior pet.  Princess is NOT yet a senior.  But The Top 10 Reasons for Adopting a Senior Pet all apply very well to her.  Have a quick read.  Maybe you will see the advantages in adopting a dog of this age.
2. She's black.  Why is that a problem?  Well, it's a long story and I will blog about it in the near future.  But the truth of the matter is that black dog's have a much harder time getting adopted.  This is a statistical fact!  So, if you take a close look at her picture, Princess has a red tint to her black coat!
3. She's a Pit Bull mix.  If that frightens you than you probably are not the right owner for her.  But if you are familiar with bully breeds or have always wanted to learn more about them, a bully breed mix is a good place to start.  So what exactly is a 'bully' dog.  You'll be surprised at the breeds that fall into the 'bully breed' category. And what exactly is a 'Pit Bull.'  There are several breeds that are referred to by that name.  But the most important information that you can have regarding these breeds has to do with their personalities.  Did you know that Pit Bull Type Dogs Scored Better on Temperament Tests than most of the breeds we consider to be loving and reliable family pets.

If you'd like to learn more about Princess please visit her personal profile page or contact her foster Mom, Laura, at laurasdoxies@gmail.com

So I'm making a personal appeal to the dog loving community.  Let's find the perfect home for this little girl.  She already served her time on death row and now she deserves to know love and security for the rest of her life.

Buddy is a 9 year old, neutered, male, red smooth-coated Doxie.  He weighs about 12 lbs., is completely house-broken, and enjoys the company of other dogs though we’re not sure how he feels about cats!  And, truth be told, Buddy would rather not live in a home with young children.

This is what Buddy's foster Mom had to say about him:

Buddy is a sweet boy that came to FDR from a family that came upon hard times and was unable to keep him or his sibling dachshunds. Buddy wants to be on your lap or in your arms whenever possible. He really enjoys sleeping in the big bed, the rest (ie. food, water, yard) is all just a big bonus!  Buddy has been with us only a short while but his owner said he gets very protective when in his owner’s arms or in their lap. He has had a tendency to snap at other dogs seeking attention when in his owner’s arms or in an elevated position where he feels he needs to protect his person or territory. We are currently working with a trainer to resolve this issue but he is an older dog that is set in his ways so any potential adopter will need to be aware of this one issue. He would do just fine as an only (spoiled rotten) dog that doesn’t feel threatened by another dog’s need for attention.  Buddy is in fantastic health with the exception of needing to have a dental. He is scheduled to have his teeth cleaned and be ready for his furever home very soon! Before he is adopted he will have a clean bill of health and fresh breath to boot. 

If you'd like to know more about Buddy please visit his personal profile page or contact his foster family at elizabeth.mitchell55@yahoo.com

Gracie is a beautiful older girl of approximately 10 years of age.  That makes her eligible for the Seniors Loving Senior Program.

She is a lovely spayed, female, red, smooth coated little lady who also happens to be almost blind.  she can see shadows and that enables her to get around.

This is what Gracie's foster parent had to say about her:

Gracie is a 10 year old young lady who enjoys life. Even though Gracie is blind she still can see shadows and gets around great.  She loves exploring the outside world and her squeakier toys. If she hears the squeaky she comes looking for it. Gracie would do best with an older couple that have no children that visit. See, Gracie loves her squeaky toys and does not like to share them and will nip.  Gracie is fastest at de-stuffing toys and really enjoys it. She loves to be cuddled and treated like a princess. Before handling Gracie you need to let her know you’re there by talking to her. If you startle her she will get scared and may try to nip you. Gracie is otherwise a pretty laid back girl. If you have room in your heart and home for an older girl please consider Gracie. I promise you, she will love you back.

Learn more about the Top 10 Reasons to Adopt a Senior!

If you'd like to know more about Gracie please visit her personal profile page or contact his foster family at Dachshundsrmylife@yahoo.com

Hope is still a baby – she’s only four months old.  She is a female Doxie mix with short reddish hair and a black snout.  Such a cutie!  She’s already almost 16 lbs and could grow a bit more.  And she is already spayed and house-broken.  What a smart young lady.  We know she likes other dogs and cats but are unsure how she feels about children.

It sounds like Hope's foster home really loves her.  Here's what they had to say:

Hope is a young dog with a lot of energy once she gets up and going.  She loves to stay in bed in the morning.  In typical Dachshund fashion, she loves being under the covers.  She’s quiet, but playful.  She gets along with dogs and cats and is not confrontational.  She walks well on a leash and is happy playing outside.  If you’re on the couch, she loves to be in your lap.  Hope is a red, short hair, with big feet!  She weighed in at 15.8 lbs at the vet but will get bigger.  She is very long with medium length legs.  She has a wonderful temperament.  She rides well in the car.  So far, she seems to favor women and is a little afraid of men.  She has not been exposed to any children.  She has come to work with me and is happy to sleep under my desk all day.  She does well in her crate and can go all day without an accident.  She seems to be completely potty trained although she does not alert when she needs to go out (yet).   We are working on commands.  She can sit, lie down and give you her paw (when she feels like it!).  She responds well to commands and picks them up quickly.  She’s a smart girl!!  

If you'd like to know more about Hope please visit her personal profile page or contact his foster family at krimar1@sc.rr.com

Meet Sam.  Poor Sam lost his human Dad and is now in need of new home.  This little boy is only about 10 lbs at the ripe old age of 6.  He could use to gain a pound or two but maybe when he has a new home he’ll be able to do that.  Sam is a short-haired, black and tan full bred Doxie who is neutered and house-broken.  He will spend time in his crate but might vocalize a bit while he’s there.  Sam seems to like both cats and dogs but we are unsure about his feelings towards children.

Here's Sam's bio as written by his foster Mom:

Sam's human Dad died and he was shelter bound, but a good samaritan took him home instead.  She had him neutered and vaccinated and hoped to keep him, but her husband said no!  He then came to FDR to find his furever home.  He is great with older kids, cats and dogs and is just a perfect gentleman!  He sleeps in a crate at night by his own choice and is crated while I work during the day.  He is housetrained and only had a few potty accidents during his first week here.  He LOVES to give kisses and cuddle any chance he gets!  He is a tiny little man at 10 pounds and still needs to gain another pound.  He has the biggest eyes that just melt your heart when he looks at you!

If you'd like to know more about Sam please visit his personal profile page or contact his foster family at mallory636@aol.com

Out of State adopters are welcome but Furever Dachshund Rescue does not ship animals.
Please contact us about volunteer or paid transport options! 
Any dog traveling over state lines must have a health certificate obtained by veterinarian and there is a $40 charge.

Forever Dachshund Rescue is desperately in need of volunteers and foster families.  To learn more about the dogs listed above, other dogs available for adoption, donating to the cause, volunteering or fostering please visit the Forever Dachshund Rescue website. 

Furever Dachshund Rescue is a non-profit organization that was created to rescue, rehabilitate and re-home abandoned, neglected and stray dachshunds. All Dogs Welcome will cross post dogs that are available for adoption through this organization in an effort to assist with the process of finding their 'furever' homes.  

UPDATE:  BONNIE ADOPTED

Bonnie is a 9 year old, male, neutered, long-haired Dachshund.  That’s Great!!!  He’s eligible for the Seniors Loving Seniors Program.  Even with all that beautiful red hair he’s only about 14 lbs.  he’s house broken and crate trained.  Some of the huge benefits of adopting senior pets!  Bonnie likes to play with cats, and sometimes other dogs.  Depends on the dog though.  But Bonnie would rather not be around young children so we recommend he not live where there are children under the age of 8 years old.

Bonnie’s foster family had this to say about him:

Hello everyone. My name is Bonnie. I know, I know, I’m a boy dog.  My current mom is Japanese and she did not know Bonnie is girl’s name. But I’m a cute handsome boy dog and I love my name. They call me “Bon” or “Bongo” too. I have beautiful long hair, especially on my ears when it turns darker. I get at least one compliment every day on my cute face. I’m about 14 pounds and super healthy. I don’t have any physical problems and even though I’m 9 years old, I play and eat like young man.
I love to curl up on warm laps and sleep. I love it more when you rub my tummy while I relax. I have fun walking with you through the neighborhood and I don’t bark a lot (only when strangers show up). I never ever chew stuff. I can do my business outside, plus I can even tell you when I need to go! I know many tricks to make you smile like rolling over other games.
Now for the serious part: I need a new loving home. My owners just had little baby girl, and I’m used to being the “baby” of the house. Of course my new owners love me very much and need to know I’m going to a home where I am appreciated and loved. 
I just have so much love to give and know I can make my new owners so happy!  If I can come and live with you please fill out an adoption application today!

For more information about Bonnie please visit his personal profile page.

Say hello to Maxie and Lily.  They are a bonded pair of purebred Doxies who need to stay together. That’s twice as much fun and love in return.
Maxie is a long-haired, neutered male Doxie of about 20 lbs.  Lily is a black and tan, spayed, female,  dapple Doxie at a petitie 12 lbs.  Both are about 4 years old.  And both enjoy children as well as other dogs.  But we’re not sure about cats.

Here’s how Maxie describes himself and his best buddy Lily (through his foster families eyes):

Hi there, my name is Maxie and here is my best buddy Lilly. We’ve been together since we are little puppies and love each other very much. We’re sad these days because our family has had problems and we were not able to follow them. But they promised us we would find a wonderful home and this is why I am writing you this letter! While Lilly is a little shy at first, I am a lover and attention getter. I was told I looked like a teddy bear... We are working on our house training but we are wee-wee pad trained and also know how to use a yard. We haven’t really understood yet what is the purpose of walking on the leash but, anyhow, we think it’s fun and we enjoy meeting new puppies outside. We’re sweethearts and get along with everyone. Some things we love: Lilly is a happy girl lying down on her comfy pillow most of the time, and I am a happy boy if I get to lie down next to her and chew on her ears! We would really like to stay together forever and find a furever home where we will be loved and were we can be part of the family. Please, consider adopting us, you will not regret it!

For more information about Maxie and Lily please visit their personal profile page.

UPDATE:  BAILEY ADOPTED

I’m Bailey and I want to go home with you!  I’m a 6 month old, male, smooth-coated, red on red dapple Doxie. And I only weigh 6 lbs – but I’m probably not completely done growing!  I love kids, dogs and cats!  What more could you ask of me?

But enough about me – here’s what my foster family said about me:

Bailey came from a shelter in Virginia. He had a case of demodex mange that is all cleared up and now he is ready for his furever home.  Bailey is a very cute and smart puppy that has lots of energy.  He is learning sit, stay, and come now and is being crate trained.  He is almost house trained so his new family will have to continue to work with him.  He gets along with other dogs and cats. He loves everyone including children.  Because he is still a playful puppy, we would recommend him to go to a home with children over the age of 4 because he still likes to jump on everyone to give them lots of loving.  If you have a furever home for this playful and loving furbaby, please fill out an adoption application today. 

For more information about Bailey please visit his personal profile page.

UPDATE:  WALLY ADOPTED

Meet Wally.  He is a 10 year old, male, neutered, silver dapple Doxie of a mere 12 lbs.  And he’s completely house broken.  Again – one of the advantages of adopting a senior pet!  Wally likes dogs and cats but would rather not be around young children.



Wally’s foster family helped him write this bio:

My name is Wally.  I am a black and tan dachshund with a little bit of silver dapple. My foster mom says I am a unique little guy because I have one blue eye and one brown eye.  I am not sure how old I am, but they tell me that by looking at my teeth, I am about 10 years old. My foster mom picked me up from an animal shelter in SC, where I was listed as a stray.  While I was there I was “altered” and slept for a couple of days, but now I am very alert and in tune to things around me.  My foster mom says that I have a story and that someone loved me because I know commands like “stay”, “come here” and “outside”. I am housetrained and go stand at the back door to go outside when I need to go take care of business. She says she is surprised since I am a boy, and just got “altered”, that I have not even tried to “mark my territory”.   I think that is a good thing from what she says. There are other doxies here and we get along just fine. We even take turns sitting on my foster mom’s lap.  I am a L O N G Dachshund and I am very laid back and just love to lay IN your lap or right beside you.  I love to be petted too, but I don’t beg for it.  I sleep beside my foster mom in my own little bed and love to be covered up.  My foster mom thinks I would love to sleep in the big bed too but she has not tried me with that since my foster dad takes up most of the bed and she is afraid I would be knocked off the bed. 
I am a good guard dog.  I don’t bark much, but I will bark if someone strange comes to the door or I hear something I don’t like or that I have not heard before.  I put up with cats, but I definitely let them know they are not my best friend. 
Oh, I also know how to stand on my hind legs and look cute.  My foster mom is still trying to figure out what I want when I do this, but she thinks it is because I want a snack or a treat.  Since I was a stray and having to look for food for some time, I am trying to eat all my food and everyone else’s food, so my foster mom has to watch me closely when she feeds me and the other doxies (AND the cat) so I don’t eat their food too.  She thinks once I realize that I no longer have to hunt for food and I will get fed that I will not do this anymore.
Wally

For more information about Wally please visit his personal profile page.

Out of State adopters are welcome but Furever Dachshund Rescue does not ship animals.  Please contact us about volunteer or paid transport options! 

Forever Dachshund Rescue is desperately in need of volunteers and foster families.  To learn more about the dogs listed above, other dogs available for adoption, donating to the cause, volunteering or fostering please visit the Forever Dachshund Rescue website.