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Male, 10 years old, 19 lbs
Adoption fee: $300
Jake is a sweet and friendly boy who came to us from the county shelter as a stray and is now ready to find a loving family.
Jake is good with small dogs, but his interactions with kids and cats are unknown. He is house trained on a schedule, though he may occasionally try to mark, so a belly band is helpful. He is also leash trained. Jake is a mellow guy who loves to play with his favorite toy. He will come to you for pets and love, enjoys laying in the sun, and loves car rides.
When Jake arrived, he was in very bad shape with terrible teeth (he has only two left) and terrible skin. After testing, we discovered he has hyperthyroidism. We have found the right dose of medication, and he’s on the road to recovery, feeling like a new dog!
Jake would thrive in a home with someone who is home more often than not and is looking for an easy-going companion dog to keep them company.
Female, 3.5 years old, 10 lbs
Adoption fee: $600
Nilla was surrendered by her previous owner and is now ready to find a family who will give her the love and patience she deserves.
Nilla is good with small dogs but not good with cats. Her interactions with kids are unknown. House training is a work in progress, but she's making strides with the help of a dog door.
She's also learning to walk on a leash.
As a former breeder dog, Nilla is shy and timid at first, but with time and patience, she warms up and becomes very affectionate. She loves to be near her people. Nilla enjoys the company of other dogs but isn't particularly playful with them. She's more of a people dog and is just starting to discover the joy of toys. She's becoming more confident and independent every day. Nilla likes to sleep in the bed with you and rides well in the car.
Nilla would thrive in a calm environment with a patient person who is home more often than not. She would benefit from having another easy-going, welcoming dog to help her gain more confidence.
Female, 5 years old, 16.5 lbs
Adoption fee: $575
Lady Jane is ready to be someone's future lap dog extraordinaire! This adorable girl was surrendered by her previous owner. She is good with other dogs but her compatibility with kids and cats is unknown. Her house training is a work in progress, but she’s leash trained, doggie door trained, and will happily go into her kennel with a treat.
At first, Lady Jane may be shy and timid, but once she’s comfortable, she becomes an incredibly affectionate companion. She loves to be on your lap and gets very excited when you come home.
As a former breeder dog, having another dog in the home would be great for her confidence and help her feel more secure.
Male, 13 years old, 22 lbs
Adoption fee: $300
Moose is a cautious yet lovable pup who was surrendered by his previous owner with his fur sister, Millie. He’s great with small dogs but not suitable for homes with kids or cats. Moose is house trained, leash trained, and doggie door trained. While he may take some time to adjust to new people and his new home, once he’s comfortable, he becomes a sweet and friendly companion.
Moose enjoys being with his person but also has an independent streak. He loves to explore outside, run around in the backyard, and go for walks. He’s starting to play with toys and is showing more of his playful side. Moose is very food motivated and will try to get any food he can, so keep an eye on your plate! He needs to sleep in the bed with his person and finds comfort in being close to his buddy Millie.
Moose’s ideal home is with someone who is home more often than not, looking for two wonderful companion dogs to share their life with. Moose and Millie look to each other for comfort and support, making them the perfect pair for someone seeking double the love and companionship.
Female, 8 years old, 12 lbs
Adoption fee: $450
Millie is a sweet and friendly girl who was surrendered by her previous owner with her fur brother Moose. She may take a few days to adjust, but once she’s comfortable, she becomes an incredibly loyal and loving companion. Millie is great with small dogs but not suitable for homes with kids or cats. She’s house trained, leash trained, and even doggie door trained, making her a well-behaved addition to any household.
Millie attaches herself to her person and becomes their shadow, always wanting to be by their side. She’s a total lap dog and insists on sleeping in the bed with you. Millie will be your forever friend, providing endless love and companionship. She and her buddy Moose look to each other for support, making them a perfect pair for someone looking for two great companion dogs.
Millie isn’t a big barker, but she’s smart and food motivated. She might steal food off your plate if given the opportunity, so keep an eye on your meals! She loves to explore outside, enjoys belly rubs, and has a penchant for burrowing. Millie’s ideal home is with someone who is home more often than not, looking for two wonderful dogs to spend their days with.
Female, 6 years old, 14 lbs
Adoption fee: $550
Ellie came to Happy Tails as an owner surrender.
She is good with small dogs but not good with kids or cats.
She is house trained, leash trained and doggie door trained.
Ellie is shy and timid at first but once she is comfortable she will be your constant shadow.
She's a sweetheart who wants your love and attention. She is a total lap dog and likes to be held. She likes to sleep in the big bed with her person and is learning to use ramps.
She hasn't shown much interest in toys.
Ellie has separation anxiety when left alone, so her new home can't have any
shared walls like in an apartment or condo.
The best home for Ellie is with someone home more often than not. She can be with or without another dog in the home. She'd be great for anyone looking for a companion dog.
Female, 10 years old, 10 lbs
Adoption fee: $400
Piper came to Happy Tails as an owner surrender.
She is good with dogs and kids. Cats are unknown.
She's house trained, kennel trained, leash trained and doggie door trained.
Piper is a sweet, friendly, happy tail wagging little girl who loves attention. She loves people and is a total lap dog. She enjoys rides in the car. She may be 10 years old but she she has lots of energy!
She sleeps in her kennel and will put herself to bed.
She loves having a big backyard and laying in the sun.
Unfortunately Piper did not have great teeth when she came to us. She has lost all but 3 and she has 2 large fistulas that could not be repaired because of her severe dental disease. Her new family will need to be strict about what they feed her to avoid issues.
The best home would be with someone home more often than not, with or without another dog. If you are looking for a special companion dog, Piper might be your girl!
Male, 8 years old, 22 lbs
Adoption fee: $325
Jax came to Happy Tails as an owner surrender.
He is good with dogs with proper introductions and good with kids He is not good with cats.
Jax is a bit timid at first but once he’s comfortable he is very sweet and snuggly
and really likes to be on the couch with you.
He is loyal and protective and loves to please his people. He listens very well!
He is house trained and does ok in the kennel but it's not his favorite place.
He prefers to sleep in bed with his humans.
Jax likes to play with other dogs and with toys. He's leashed trained and likes to go for walks but can be reactive to other dogs while on leash so will need someone will to work with him on that.
He gets a little nervous in the car.
The best home for Jax is with someone home more often than not. He would be ok as an only dog or with another dog. He will bark when left alone, so no homes with shared walls or apartments.
Thank you for choosing Happy Tails Dachshund Rescue! When you adopt from HTDR, you can be assured that all dogs are seen by a veterinarian for a wellness check-up and receive the following care prior to adoption:
Approximately one week after adoption, you will receive a follow-up call from us to ensure the adoptive parent and furry child are doing well together.
Adoption applications will be kept for 3 months and then deleted. If you still want to adopt after that time, please re-submit your application. This way, we are sure to have the most up-to-date information about you. Also, if you have adopted and are no longer looking to adopt, we won't keep your information.
Q: I've Adopted From You Before. Do I Need to Fill Out Another Adoption Form?
A: As long as all of the information on the original form is current, no, you do not have to fill out another consultation form.
Q: How Does Happy Tails Dachshund Rescue Determine Adoption Fees?
A: adoption fees are based on age, coat pattern (dapple, piebald, brindle, cream, etc.), and coat type (smooth, long, or wire). For doxie blends, fees are based on age only.
Q: I Want To Breed My Dog. Do You Spay And Neuter All Dogs?
A: Yes. It is our policy to spay or neuter all of our dogs to prevent unwanted pregnancies, reduce the number of dogs that end up in shelters, and for the overall health of the dog.
Q: Will The Dog I Adopt Be Up-To-Date On Shots?
A: Yes. We provide Rabies, DHPP, and Bordetella shots for all of our dogs. All of our dogs are also heartworm-negative.
Q: Why Are The Adoption Fees So High?
A: We believe our adoption fees are very reasonable. If you were to use a low-cost spay/neuter clinic, the cost to vet your dog (e.g., all shots, spay/neuter, dental, heartworm test, microchip, and pre-surgery blood work) could cost from $360 to $620. To go to your personal veterinarian, you will pay much more. None of our adoption fees fall into that cost range. We are a non-profit, and as such, we are not legally allowed to make a profit.
Q: What Do You Do With The Adoption Fees That You Collect?
A: We reinvest our adoption fees into the next dog that we rescue.
Q: If The Adoption Fees Don't Cover Your Costs, How Do You Rescue More Dogs?
A: We rely heavily on donations, auctions, and other fundraising activities. Without public support, we could not continue to rescue dogs in need.
Q: I Want To Adopt A Dog, But I Work On Saturdays.
A: We could try and work out the details, you can email us at happytailsdr@yahoo.com, and we will try to make accommodations. Please remember we are a foster-based rescue, and our dogs are with our volunteers at different locations around the valley, so we will not be able to accommodate everyone.
Q: I Turned In An Adoption Form, But Nobody Has Contacted Me. Why?
A: we are a volunteer-based rescue. Due to the large number of adoption/consultation forms we receive, we are unable to call everyone. You do not need to re-submit your form just because we haven't called you. We most likely have your form. If you want to make sure that we have your form, you may email us at happytailsdr@yahoo.com.
Q: Can I Fill Out A Paper Version Of Your Consultation Form And Bring It With Me To An Adoption Event?
A: Yes. You can download a copy of our Consultation Form on the right side of this page, fill it out, and bring it with you to one of our events.
Q: I Have A Dog That I Cannot Keep. How Do I Give It To You?
A: Please call our toll-free message line at 209-647-1251, or email us at happytailsdr@yahoo.com. We will need a current picture and all pertinent vet records when you email us or call us. Additionally, we will need a completed Animal Transfer of Ownership form. This can be found at the top of this page.
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