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T-Bone and another puppy were purchased from a backyard breeder off an ad on Craigslist. The lady originally went to buy one puppy, but after seeing the conditions the pups were living in, she didn’t have the heart to leave the other one behind. Unable to take on 2 puppies at once, she contacted SCDR and asked us to help find T-Bone a home as he was definitely a dachshund mix, probably “chiweenie”. (The other puppy was more of a Chihuahua/Pomeranian/Terrier type.) We were happy take T-Bone.

T-Bone has a quiet non-aggressive demeanor and would be a perfect addition to a gentle family. He is a little shy upon first meeting, but is more than willing to learn all the wonderful things that come with a loving family! At his foster mom’s house, he watches and follows the leads set by his more house-wise and dominant foster siblings, with some guidance from his foster mom. In this way, he has learned to quietly greet visitors, gentle leash-walking, use of the doggy door for potty, and a few basic commands. T-Bone is fine with other dogs, plays nicely, and would benefit greatly from having an experienced companion to continue showing him the social skills and gaining the confidence he needs to fit in with his new family.  

T-Bone is crate trained, but does not seem to like the confinement. Unfortunately (for him), he also loves food, so he is confined while meals are being made and served to make sure everyone gets their fair share. He was thin when he entered the SCDR foster program, so perhaps he is just making up for lost time! We do not consider him to be safe with cats, bunnies, or other little critters that scurry around!

T-Bone sleeps through the night in a community bed where he can watch his foster mom and siblings. He would love to be part of the pack on the bed, but with his gentle nature, he is not comfortable pushing his way in. However, at the same time, he appreciates all the cuddles and love he can get! T-bone has the sweetest kisses!   

The ideal home for T-Bone would have the following qualities:

• Someone home most days or most of the day, stay-at-home moms/dads, folks who work from home, or recent retirees.

• Previous dachshund experience is a definite requirement.

• A confident like-sized like-aged dog for teaching, play, and companionship.

• A secure place for T-Bone and his companion to be when no one is at home.

• Applicants must be between 30 and 70 years of age.

• No babies, toddlers or preschoolers please, but we will consider children 10 years and up.

T-Bone is neutered, fully vaccinated and microchipped. If you are interested in T-Bone, please contact Jean at jshill828@gmail.com or 714-803-0154. An adoption application and home check are required.

The tax deductible donation for T-Bone is $500.00

COURTESY LISTING

~ Archie is being fostered in Riverside, CA ~

Archie was purchased as a puppy to join and grow with a young family with a newborn son. Everything proceeded as planned until his mom and dad divorced. His mom stayed with her young son at the house, but when Archie decided that dad was no longer welcome at the house, Archie had to go. Archie was initially identified as a dachshund/Maltese mix, but based on his size, looks and personality, he is more likely a dachshund / Havanese mix.  

Archie is a spirited, intelligent, and loyal boy who loves people. He also has a dominant personality, and will set his own rules and boundaries if no one else does. For this reason, Archie needs to go to a home with an experienced alpha dog owner who is willing to unquestionably be the boss. We think Archie will do well with older children, but introductions to their friends must be slow and managed. We also recommend that Archie be an “only dog-child.” Archie is not considered safe with small dogs, cats, bunnies, or other little critters that scurry around.

Archie is an active boy who enjoys his walks and a place, like a yard or a nearby dog park, to “zoom.” He is quick to learn and respect house rules, provided they are consistently reinforced. He has completed a course in obedience, and walks nicely on a leash, sits-and-stays, and comes. Archie travels well in a car. While Archie has not been crate trained, he knows the “bed” command if life becomes a little too overwhelming in the moment.

In return for a well-structured household, Archie will reward you with loyalty and happiness! He will not be a bother when he stays by your side, whatever you are doing, and is always ready to join you in your activities. Archie will also give kisses and accept hugs! He loves to be reminded that he is a good and special boy!

Archie sleeps through the night in his designated bed where he can watch his foster mom and foster siblings. He has not asked to join the pack on the big bed – he seems to prefer to keep watch over them. Perhaps if there were not so many foster siblings, he would move his guard post to the bed!  

The ideal home for Archie would have the following qualities:

• Someone who works a consistent schedule and is home most of the day. Single persons are particularly urged to apply to adopt Archie.

• Previous experience with an alpha dog is a definite requirement, particularly with dogs with a strong personality, like a dachshund!  

• A secure place to be when no one is at home, and a safe place to go to when life becomes too overwhelming!

• Applicants must be between 30 and 65 years of age.

• No babies, toddlers or preschoolers please, but we will consider children 10 years and up.

• No other pets (including dogs) residing in the home.

It is also highly recommended that Archie’s adoption include time for his foster mom to pass on the good training habits that Archie has learned. 

Archie is neutered, fully vaccinated and microchipped. He is currently being fostered in Riverside. If you are interested in Archie, please contact his foster mom, Jean, at jshill828@gmail.com or 714-803-0154. An adoption application (click button below) and home check are required.

The tax deductible donation for Archie is $500.00

Conchis was the center of the universe with her family until it was recently discovered that their toddler is allergic to dogs and the newborn is showing signs of it too. What’s a mother to do? She must put the health and well-being of her children before anything else, and little Conchis found her way to rescue to find a new loving home.

Conchis is adorable in every way – sweet, even tempered and very, very kissy. Oh, those ears! We know for a fact that she’s a doxie/frenchie mix. Her father was a dachshund and her mother a French Bulldog. As both dachshunds and frenchies are prone to IVDD, a home all on one level would be ideal. No stairs.

A happy, well-adjusted little girl, Conchis gets along great with other dogs. She loves to play “wrestle-mania”. She would be okay as an single dog, but only if her people didn’t work long hours. She’s a very good girl, but she is a puppy and does mischief if not properly supervised.

She appears to be housetrained, and she learned how to use the dog door right away. She likes sleeping in the big bed but will go into her nighttime crate without protest. She is very easy to get along with and would be a good choice for a first-time dog owner or for a family with gentle children over 8 years old.

Conchis has been spayed, is current on her vaccinations, and is microchipped, She is very healthy and ready for her new home.

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

Mariska was found stray, starving, and loaded with fleas. She was taken to a high-kill shelter. With no identification or microchip, they kept her on stray-hold for a week to let her people come for her. They vaccinated her, spayed her, and treated her for fleas and worms. After 7 days, no one showed up to claim her. Our representative got to the shelter early on her available day and was lucky enough to get her.  

Mariska is crate trained and doing very well on house training. She needs potty schedule and a home where there is free-access to a secure yard (dog door or open regular door). She is very sweet and quiet. She loves when people are relaxing around her, so she can cuddle and be close. She prefers to nap on the couch.  

Mariska’s leash skills are a work in progress, but they are getting better. She is young and powerful. Walking her will be a challenge if you are approached by a stranger or another dog. She is a bit nervous riding in the car. She is secured in the back seat with a seatbelt harness.  

Mariska has been in multi-dog foster home for several weeks and has learned to get along with most of the other dogs in residence. She was jealous of the other dogs getting attention, but has learned to wait her turn for loving and attention. She is not safe with small dogs or cats. She would benefit from having an older, large breed, male dog to mentor her. We cannot put her with another female. She needs socialization and training.  

Mariska is not safe with small children, but would be fine with teenagers. Mariska does not play with toys, but she likes a good chew bone. She is not an excessive barker. She sleeps through the night in her crate, but longs to sleep with her person in the big bed.

Mariska would be a wonderful condo dog if her people work from home. She is a standard dachshund, and her size is reminiscent of a Labrador Retriever. She’s like having a condo-sized Lab with a dachshund temperament. No flights of stairs for this girl (she’s very long), but a few steps (2 or 3) would be OK.

Applicants will need the following qualifications:

• Someone at home most of the day, folks who work from home, or recent retirees.

• Previous dachshund experience is a big plus.

• A larger breed, male dog for play and companionship.

• A very secure INDOOR place for Mariska to be when no one is at home.

• Applicants must be between 30 and 65 years of age.

• No infants, toddlers, or young children, but we will consider families with teenagers.

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