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: 09-05-26

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~ TEDDY IS being FOSTERED IN SACRAMENTO, CA ~

REQUIRES PRESCRIPTION LOW FAT FOOD

Teddy came to us for a combination of reasons. The major issue was the addition of a human baby which meant far less attention to Teddy. As the baby, grew older and the home became noisier and more chaotic, Teddy became more and more nervous.   

 We were told that everyone who met Teddy, loved him. We figured it was owner hype. Turns out they were right. His foster mom absolutely adores him! Although he is cautious with new people, this is one sweet, lovable boy . Once he knows you, he's a total cuddle bug who loves curling up next to you on the couch or bed. He's a very affectionate boy. He’s fully house trained, enjoys leisurely walks with lots of stops and sniffs, loves playing fetch, belly rubs, and the occasional zoomies! He can also be mischievous such as when he climbed on the table and chewed up his foster mom's wallet (But to be fair, that Italian leather is hard to resist!)

 Teddy is supposedly 1/2 Dachshund and 1/2 Basset. We don't know if this is true, but he sure is a striking looking dog. He has two different-colored eyes and beautifully markings. He gets comments whenever he is out and about.

 Teddy has had bouts of pancreatitus in his past. Because of this, he is on a prescription low fat dog food. (No feeding him people food - ever!!!) Stress can trigger a pancreatic flare up so his ideal home is calm one with a predicable routine. In foster care in just such an environment, he has had no medical issues. 

 His new home should have at least one human who is an in-charge owner. This will allow Teddy to relax and not have to worry.

 Teddy also has some separation anxiety. He will whine when he is left so he needs a home with someone home most of the time. We think a calm, non aggressive canine sibling would also be helpful. 

 Teddy is neutered, micro chipped and current on his vaccinations. Teddy had a dental in January of 2025. A recent vet check said his teeth look great. 

 If you are interested in Teddy, please fill out the online adoption application (link below). If you already have an application on file and want to be considered for Teddy, please email scdr.nor.cal.division@gmail.com

The adoption fee for Teddy is $350.00

puppies!

~ RONIN IS being FOSTERED IN LIVERMORE, ca
REX & ROMY IN CONCORD, CA ~

 An elderly couple in their 80's had things get out of hand. They had a litter of puppies, but weren't particularly good at finding new homes. While they still had puppies from this first litter, they ended up with a second litter. Thankfully mom dog is being spayed and we have promised to find these youngsters great homes.

 This trio has always been well cared for. In foster care they are getting socialized with lots of people and with other dogs. The older litter puppy we got was very sweet and we expect the same of these. Older sister was 14 lbs and we think the puppies will be in that range, but we can't promise. At 15 weeks, they were between 9 and 10 lbs.

 They all have fat paws and lovely ears. They all love humans and seek out affection. Ronin especially loves his foster dad and would love a home that include a man.

 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 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 6 years old.

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

They all are doing fantastic on their housebreaking! Thank you foster homes!

 
We are no longer accepting applications for any of the pups. Please look at our other dogs available for adoption.

~ ALLSPICE IS being FOSTERED NEAR ELK GROVE, CA ~

 The owner/caretaker of three super senior doxies found that their local shelter was so small, they did not accept owner surrenders. Their solution? They unceremoniously dumped the dogs on the street and left them to fend for themselves. Poor Allspice. Not only was he in pain from a badly infected mouth, he has old age related issues with seeing and hearing. It must have been so scary and confusing for him. One of our supporters spotted them on a shelter website and asked us to help.

 Allspice was immediately put on antibiotics and a few weeks later, he had a dental. We were told he would likely loose all his teeth, but he actually kept some (we think he now has 7) Dogs don't chew their food like humans, so he does just fine with hardly any teeth.

 Allspice is a sweetheart. All he wants is human love and affection. He is indifferent to other dogs. He doesn't mind them, but his focus is on people and laps and cuddling. We don't think he is much of a threat to cats.

 Older children that would respect him and his senior body would be OK. 

 Allspice is neutered, microchipped and current on his vaccinations. He also had an extensive dental. And best of all, he is housebroken (at least in the summer). 

If you are interested Allspice, please fill out the online adoption application (link below). If you already have an application on file and want to be considered for him, please email scdr.nor.cal.division@gmail.com

Allspice is available for a modest donation to rescue

~ WILLIS IS being FOSTERED IN SACRAMENTO, CA ~

CAT SAFE!

 Willis found himself in a shelter. As a medically neglected senior, he did not have lots of options. The shelter asked us if we would take him. We had a new foster raise her hand so we were able to say yes.

 Willie is proof that age is just a number. This sweet senior dachshund has completely stolen his foster’s heart and we know he’ll steal yours too.

 If you’re looking for a dog who wants to be your shadow, your road trip buddy, your couch companion, and your biggest fan, Willie is your guy. He’ll happily spend the day curled up in your lap under a cozy blanket, but he’s just as excited to hop in the car for an adventure. His favorite beach day consisted of chasing waves, making friends with every dog and child he met, and then sleeping for an entire day afterward to recover. Honestly… goals.

 Willie adores everyone. Big dogs? Best friends. Little dogs? Best friends. Cats? Loves them. Our 6-year-old daughter? The absolute love of his life. He has the sweetest, gentlest soul and fits right in wherever he goes.

 He’s potty trained and politely stares at the door when he needs to go outside. And for a dachshund, he’s a rare gem, he barely barks! His signature little swagger walk is guaranteed to brighten even the toughest day, and when he gently taps your leg with his little nose, it’s his way of reminding you that you’re his favorite person.

 His hearing isn’t what it used to be… unless food is involved. Somehow this little guy can hear kibble hitting his bowl from what seems like a mile away! The excitement he shows over dinner, seeing another animal, or spotting a fluffy blanket is one of the cutest things you’ll ever witness.

 As a senior, Willie appreciates a little help getting on and off furniture, and after about a 30-minute walk he’s ready to call it a day. He doesn’t mind baths or nail trims, though he’ll let out the cutest little “old man grunts” to let you know he’d rather be doing something else. He never puts up a fuss because he knows a treat is waiting when it’s over.

 He even enjoys bundling up in a warm winter jacket and doesn’t mind sporting a festive T-shirt now and then. He wears them with all the confidence of a little old gentleman.

 Watching his tail wag is one of the best parts of our day. Willie isn’t looking for a marathon partner, he’s looking for someone to share life’s simple joys with: cozy naps, leisurely walks, car rides, cuddles, and unconditional love. He also needs a home with minimal stairs.

 Willis will be your loyal best friend, a professional cuddler, a tiny comedian with an adorable swagger, and he has a heart that has so much love left to give. 

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

puppy!

~ NESSIE IS being FOSTERED IN LOS ALTOS, CA ~

 We had been hearing for months about a couple of stray dachshunds roaming the streets of Merced. Our volunteer in the area had gone out looking a few times, but never saw them. Months later we got a call from a pet trapper that happened to be in town at a family members place. She had spotted the two dogs and took pictures of them. Our hearts sank when we saw the current photos. One of the dogs now looked like she was nursing puppies. Catching the dogs was now critical. Thanks to the trapper and supportive area residents, we managed to find the three puppies (who were less than 2 weeks old with eyes that had not yet opened). We were then were able to catch the mom dog and the other adult female.

Mom dog (a red smooth now named Becky) has turned out to be a fabulous dog. She is very sweet. If her babies inherited her personality, they are going to grow up to be great dogs.  

Nessie was the smallest of the litter. She has been well socialized with other dogs, children and strangers. We think she will be under 20 lbs but we can't promise this. 

We figured as Nessie grew we might get a hint of who dad was and assumed it was going to be a chi/terrier mix of some kind. Instead, Nessie and one of her littermates look like black pugs but with fat paws and fat legs. She really is a cutie. Nessie is smart and cautious. She holds back in new situation and studies things. Then when she determines that everything is OK, she parties like a rock star!

She is 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. She is not appropriate for a home where people are gone much of the day. She would love a playful, but gentle adult canine companion or a rowdy small puppy near her age She is young enough to learn to live with cats. The ideal home for her 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 4 years old.

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

Because puppies cannot be fixed until they are 4 months old, we are adopting Nessie on a spay contract . If she is not fixed within five months of their adoption date, the adoption contract is void and we will require her return.

She is current on her DHPP vaccinations and she has been dewormed. She is currently too young for a rabies vaccine. If you are interested in Nessie, please fill out the online adoption application. An adoption application and home check are required.

The tax deductible donation for Nessie is $250.00
plus a refundable $600.00 spay/ neuter deposit
(The deposit will be refunded after proof of spay is provided)

~ BLONDIE IS being FOSTERED IN PALO ALTO, CA ~

We are not sure how she did it, but tiny little Blondie survived as a stray hanging out at an airport. She was spotted when a rescuer was loading up a rescue flight. She had been around the area for at least one month. Blondie is super fast, so it took another month to capture her. She looks like a Chiweenie (Dachshund-Chi) mix. We just so happened to have a Dachshund being transported from this same rescuer, so we were asked if we could consider taking Blondie too. Look at that face! Another yes!!

Blondie was unsure of her foster mom at first. She found comfort in the other dogs in the home, and that turned out to be the key to her heart. Once she had a canine buddy to lean on, her playful, spunky side came right out. Blondie is a very active little dog who loves to run — she's lightning fast and never seems to slow down. She also loves a good rowdy wrestling match with her dog friends and holds her own even though she's tiny. Her foster mom started taking her out and about, and Blondie soon decided that being cared for was a pretty sweet deal.

Blondie is still a little shy and unsure around new people at first, so she'll need a patient adopter who lets her come out of her shell in her own time. She startles easily, which means she is not a good fit for homes with children. Blondie is also quite prey-driven — she's already caught a squirrel on the fly — so she needs a no cats home. A securely fenced yard is a must given her speed and instinct to chase. The biggest key to her confidence is having another friendly dog in the home to play and run with; that's what helped her blossom in foster care, and it's what will help her thrive in her forever home too.

Blondie would do best in: an adult-only home with another active, playful dog and a securely fenced yard, with people willing to give her patience as she warms up to new faces. No cats or small critters, please! With the right active dog buddy by her side, this spunky little speedster will shine.

Blondie is spayed, microchipped, and vaccinated.

If you are interested in Blondie, please fill out the online adoption application (link below). If you already have an application on file and want to be considered for Blondie, please email scdr.nor.cal.division@gmail.com

The adoption fee for Blondie is $400.00