We have many dachshunds fostered in Northern California. If you live in Southern California, you can still adopt! Healthy, readily adoptable dogs do require pick up, but for hard to adopt or special needs dogs please inquire to determine feasibility of transfer to a location closer to you. Please contact us for more info.

LAST UPDATED: 02-07-26

Shop at the SCDR Store and Ms. Dimple Jewelry for yourself and for great gifts!

~ SCARLETT & ROSE ARE being FOSTERED IN LOS ALTOS, CA ~

both ARE AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION SEPARATELY

These two girls came in as part of a large group surrender from a senior that could no longer stay in his home. Their former owner loved his dogs, but he was a hoarder so his dogs did not get appropriate socialization or medical care. The good news is that a few years ago, a concerned friend who witnessed the appalling living conditions negative impact of unfixed dogs, ordered him to get his dogs fixed. Thankfully, he complied (for the girls, anyway)! Without the friend’s help, this situation could have been more disastrous. Meanwhile this friend and one of our volunteers continued to work with the owner. They managed to get three puppies out about four years ago, but despite repeated efforts, they were not able to get more until now when a medical situation forced the owner to act.

The girls are cautious with strangers. but they both love people. Although in the past they were not appropriately cared for, they were loved and were inside dogs, so they crave human affection. They both will launch themselves at a free lap with no warning! While they are good with other dogs, we are not adopting these dogs out with each other. All of our group shows some signs of resource guarding laps and other things perceived to have value. (This behavior normally gets worse as dogs all get more comfortable in their foster home. ) Therefore, the ideal home would be as an only dog or with a male dog, They want a one dog to one lap (or better) ratio.

New homes must be committed to continuing their socialization. Due to their numbers in one foster home, we haven't been able to give them as much leash training as we would like. They need to get out and about and see the world. They would very much benefit from regular exercise as they both would be better weighing a pound or two less.

Scarlett and Rose have learned to use a dog door. They are doing very well on their housebreaking. New homes should expect to have to continue to work on this.

Both dogs are spayed. We have given them dentals, brought them current on their vaccinations and had them microchipped. They also got much needed nail trims. If you are interested in either Scarlett or Rose, please fill out the online adoption application (link below). An adoption application and home check are required.

The tax deductible donation for either dog is $700

~ SHAGGY & SMALLS ARE being FOSTERED IN CHICO, CA ~

THEY ARE AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION SEPARATELY OR AS A PAIR

Shaggy and Smalls came into a local shelter together as strays. The boys were very shy and apprehensive of new people. One look at their sparse coats with lots of missing hair and it was clear they had been neglected physically as well as socially.

These are smart, loving little boys. They quickly warmed up to their foster mom and to living the good life as house dogs. They have taken a little more time to warm up to their foster dad, but with some patience they are learning to trust him too. They have also been working on growing beautiful new hair and developing shiny coats.

The boys get along very well with each other, but they are not bonded. They are available individually or as a pair. They also both get along with their doxie mix foster brother and tolerate the large boxer-shepherd mix (they are getting braver with him every day.) While Shaggy loves being a sweet lap dog, he would prefer to have at least one other dog in a new home. He's a party animal and loves wrestling and fetch! Smalls could happily live with a buddy or be an adored only dog.

Both Shaggy and Smalls have learned to use a dog door and sleep in a crate. (However, they have been caught looking longingly at the big bed). Their foster has been teaching them basics like how to walk on a leash and how to sit.

We are no longer accepting applications for Shaggy or Smalls. Please look at our other dogs available for adoption.

~ SODO IS being FOSTERED IN KENTFIELD,CA (MARIN COUNTY) ~

Sodo's young former owner adored this sweet boy and only gave him up so he could have a life that fit him better. He does not like to be left alone and living in the city made him terribly reactive. When you are young, it's hard to be home as much as Sodo needed and she couldn't do anything about the city hustle and bustle. She therefore reached out to rescue to find a home where Sodo would be happier.

When Sodo arrived in rescue, this former only dog really had his nose out of joint over the presence of another dachshund. Within a few days, he changed his tune. He and his foster's dachshund now love to play and wrestle. Once Sodo learned better doggie socialization skills, the two became as thick as thieves.

Sodo needs a minute to warm up to new people. Once he knows you, he is full of kisses, snuggles and deep loyalty. He may also need some time to warm up to a new canine sibling.

Sodo thrives with patience, softness, and respect for his pace. He would do best in a quieter home with older kids or no kids, where he can continue building confidence and trust. He does not want a home with lots of visitors. When he feels secure, his playful side shines—especially with a dog sibling to engage with. Sodo is a ball freak and never tires of playing fetch.

Sodo's ideal home must have a young, friendly canine companion to help wear off his energy and help with separation anxiety. Trial runs have shown he has had no separation anxiety (at least for short periods) when left with another dog friend. He is not a candidate for city living nor for an apartment or condo as all the noise and people is just too stressful for him.

We are no longer accepting applications for Sodo. Please look at our other dogs available for adoption.

~ PARKER, PIPER & PUMPKIN ARE being FOSTERED IN MERCED, CA ~

We were working on getting one or possibly two males from a breeder who was going to shut down. Because we had helped this breeder with an emergency surgery a few decades ago, in the middle of transport arrangements, she said " It's not really 1 or 2. There are actually 8. Do you want them all?" Well, you know us - in for a penny, in for a pound, so of course we said yes. We were told there were 6 males and 2 females. When we picked them up, it was actually 5 males and 3 females. And surprise! The extra female was extremely pregnant. Fortunately we had a foster home available that loves to foster litters.

Shortly after we got her, the sweet mama gave birth to three adorable dachshund puppies. These puppies have smooth coats and we expect them to be between 13 and 16 lbs ( but we make no guarantees. ) In their foster home, they have been extremely well socialized with other dogs, children and strangers.

These darlings are going to be A LOT of work. They will get into everything, and they will chew your iPhone, your expensive shoes, and your favorite underwear. They are not appropriate for a home where people are gone much of the day. They would love a playful, but gentle adult canine companion or a rowdy small puppy near their age. We prefer a male canine companion for the two females. Parker can have either a male or female buddy. They are young enough to learn to live with cats. The ideal home for each puppy will have the following qualifications:

• Someone at home most of the day, stay-at-home parents, or folks who work from home.

• Another small, young dog 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 7 years old.

• Previous puppy experience is a plus but not absolutely essential.

We are not going to get these babies fixed until they are 4 months old (early March). But because we know many folks would love to have their puppy as soon as possible, we are open to an adoption as soon as early Feb with a spay/neuter contract and deposit, in addition to the adoption fee. Upon receipt of a spay/neuter invoice/certificate, we will refund the adopter the spay/neuter deposit. If you will transport the puppy back to an appointment in either Turlock or Tracy, rescue will pay for the spay/neuter and the microchip. If you choose to use your own vet, then you are responsible for the cost. If the dog is not fixed within a four month timeframe, the adoption contract is void and we will require the return of the puppy.

We are no longer accepting applications for Parker, Piper, or Pumpkin. Please look at our other dogs available for adoption.

~ MAC IS being FOSTERED IN SAN ANSELMO, CA ~

Mac was picked up as a stray and he was terrified in the shelter. Scared dogs are deemed unadoptable. Since he appears to be a dachshund mix, the shelter asked us to take him. With his sweet face, how could we say no? His eyes are absolutely mesmerizing.

Mac has thrived in foster care, but new adopters should expect it take 1-3 days for him to warm up to you. Once you’re “in” he will be very loyal. (Mac is very food obsessed and this can be a great aide in getting you “in” with him.)

With his people, Mac is the ultimate velcro lap dog. . He loves his person/people and wants to be with them all the time. Unfortunately, his first attempt at a forever home did not work out due to his overly clinging nature. (His people felt guilty for leaving him all alone). We think Mac will be best served in a home with another dog to help with his separation anxiety. Alternatively, Mac would also do well with someone who is retired or works from home.

He’s loving, cuddly, playful, and a bit sneaky. He likes playing with tug toys and stuffies ,both with you and independently. He enjoys chew toys and doggy puzzles.

Mac likes small dogs and dogs that are not interested in him. He does not like aggressive or overly friendly dogs. Mac will bark if scared, but he is not aggressive to other dogs. He loves a good walk where he encounters lots of smells.

Mac does very well in a create sleeping at night and can be left in crate when you’re out running errands.

We are no longer accepting applications for Mac. Please look at our other dogs available for adoption.

~ KIWI AND PEACH ARE AVAILABLE INDIVIDUALLY! ~

both dogs are being fostered in Brentwood, ca (SF Bay Area)

These two girls may be young but they have already had a life full of bounces. They made their way to us via woman who was telling us she tries to help out by fostering, but in reality she was a puppy flipper.

The girls have very long bodies and very long ears. However, their legs are also on the long side so we think they likely have a little something else besides dachshunds somewhere in their genetic pool.

Both puppies are extremely people friendly. If you dare to sit down in their presence they will be all over you, covering you with kisses. They also love their foster's young children (age 7 and up). While they love to romp with each other, they also are doing great with all the other dachshunds in the foster home. They also enjoy playing with toys.

In foster care they are just beginning to learn about the wide, wide world. Adopters should be prepared to continue with their socialization including lots of walks and meeting of new people. Because these dogs are puppies, they like to chew. This includes inappropriate objects if you leave them accessible. (Remember - a quiet puppy is a puppy chewing on something you do not want chewed on. :-) )

Their ideal home would have a young, playful male canine companion and someone who is home most of the time.

We are no longer accepting applications for Kiwi or Peach. Please look at our other dogs available for adoption.