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Male, 5 years old, 17 lbs

Adoption fee: $400

Looking for an Extraordinary Home

Not every dog is the right fit for every family—and Kash is looking for a truly exceptional adopter who understands exactly what it means to take on a dog with a behavioral history.  

Kash is a 4.5-year-old dachshund with a big personality, lots of energy, and an incredible desire to bond with his person. He loves playing fetch, going for walks, greeting his favorite people with kisses, and then ending his day in true dachshund fashion—tunneled under a blanket and snoozing peacefully until morning.  

Kash has come a long way since entering rescue and initially struggled with significant reactivity. With structure, boundaries, and consistent behavioral intervention, he has made meaningful progress. However, Kash has a documented bite history, and his adopter must understand that his behavioral history cannot be considered “cured.” He will require thoughtful, lifelong management.  His ideal adopter is someone experienced with dachshunds and, importantly, with dogs who have behavioral challenges. Kash needs a person who understands canine body language, respects boundaries, provides consistent structure and routine, and is willing to continue reinforcing the work that has helped him succeed.  

Kash should be the only pet in an adult-only home with no children or cats. Because he bonds strongly with his person and prefers companionship and stability, someone who is retired, works from home, or is home much of the day would be ideal. He does experience some separation anxiety but generally settles once he adjusts to his routine.  

Kash is potty trained on a consistent schedule, knows his basic commands, and settles beautifully when he feels secure with his person.  

This is not a dog for someone looking for an easy companion. Kash needs someone who sees all of him—the affectionate, playful and fiercely loyal dachshund as well as the behavioral challenges that require continued management—and is willing to make a genuine commitment to both.  

For the right experienced person who can provide clear boundaries, stability, patience, and a safe environment, Kash has the potential to be an incredibly devoted companion.  If you believe you may be that extraordinary person, we’d love to talk with you. 

Female, 3 years old, 11 lbs

Adoption fee: $600

Mocha is a shy girl with a big heart, and she’s just waiting for the one person who’ll let her prove it. She came to us as an owner surrender, and while she may hang back a little when you first meet, it doesn’t take her long to figure out you’re a good egg. Once she’s comfortable, she’s sweet, loving, and endlessly affectionate: the kind of easy girl who becomes your constant shadow and wants nothing more than to be wherever her person is.

Mocha’s day-to-day is refreshingly low-drama. She’s house trained on a schedule, doggie door trained, and leash trained, and she’ll occasionally head into her kennel when asked. She’s a world-class lap dog who loves attention, has plenty of fun with her toys, and travels well in the car, so road trips and errands are on the table. At bedtime, she’ll happily claim a spot in her person’s bed, because why would she sleep anywhere else?

On the compatibility front, Mocha is good with dogs and truly enjoys having a canine buddy around. She’s also good with kids. We do not know how she does with cats. She’s a velcro dog at heart. She does best with company, so a home where someone is around more often than not will set her up for success.

Mocha’s perfect home is with someone who’s home most of the time and looking for a companion dog to spend their days with, ideally with another dog in the mix for her to play with.

Female, 5 years old, 13 lbs

Adoption fee: $600

Daphne is a beautiful long-haired shaded cream dapple. She’s a slow burn in the best way. Once she decides you’re her person, she’ll follow you from room to room, hand out kisses, and roll over on her back so you can scoop her up like the royalty she is. Getting there takes time, though. She’s shy and timid at first, and her fear can hold her back, so it may take several days or even a few weeks for her to settle in and show you who she really is. Trust us, the wait is worth it.

Day to day, Daphne is easy to live with. She’s house trained on a strict schedule, kennel trained, and happy to sleep in her kennel, though she’s just as happy to curl up with you at night. She’s not leash trained yet, so that’s a project for her new family. She loves toys, and she’s a strong chewer, so she’ll need sturdy ones, and her dog bed may take the occasional hit. She’s also a sun worshipper who loves lounging outside, and a true shadow dog who will keep you company everywhere you go. Loud noises do scare her, so a peaceful household suits her best.

Daphne enjoys the company of other dogs and gets along well with them, though she hasn't shown interest in playing yet in her foster home. She does well with older, calm children, and cats are unknown. Her shyness is really her whole story. She needs patience, a gentle approach, and someone who won’t rush her. She does best with someone who is home more often than not, since she thrives on having her person nearby.

Daphne’s ideal home is a calm one with a fenced backyard (no apartments or condos, please) and not too many visitors coming and going. A confident, friendly resident dog would be the cherry on top, someone to show her the ropes and help her learn that the world isn’t so scary after all. 

Female, 8 years old, 12 lbs

Adoption fee: $350

Raven is an adorable lap dog who thinks the best spot in the house is wherever her person happens to be. She came to us as an owner surrender, and she's a total shadow dog who will follow you from room to room and cuddle up the second you sit down. She's just as happy cuddling or playing with other dogs, so she's a social girl through and through.

Day to day, Raven is house trained with pee pads when no one is home, and she'll let you know when she needs to go outside. She is not a fan of the kennel. She loves her toys, and she'll destroy them, along with the occasional dog bed, so plan on stocking up on both. She does well with other dogs, and older, calmer kids are fine too. Cats are a bit of an unknown. She likes to bark at them, so we can't say how she'd feel about sharing a home with one.

Raven has a history of IVDD (intervertebral disc disease). With treatment and physical therapy she's able to walk, and we're on top of her care, but her new family will need to be mindful of her activity level and continue her physical therapy at home. With the right care and a watchful eye, Raven can live a happy, comfortable life, and she's absolutely worth the extra attention.

The best home for Raven is with someone who's home more often than not and who has previous experience with IVDD. A resident dog who enjoys playtime but isn't too rowdy would be the perfect match. 

Female, 14 months old, 12 lbs

Adoption fee: $550

Vienna is a sweet but very timid girl who came to us as an owner surrender. She is undersocialized and unsure of new people, so earning her trust takes time. She may need weeks or even months to fully settle into a new environment, and her future family will need to be patient and allow her to move at her own pace. Once she begins to feel safe, you'll see more and more of the playful little dog hiding underneath all that uncertainty.

She absolutely loves other dogs and looks to them for guidance and reassurance. She would do best with a confident, playful resident dog who can show her that the world isn't such a scary place. She loves toys. She's definitely a dog's dog and finds a lot of comfort in having canine friends around.

Day to day, house training is still a work in progress. She is kennel trained and sleeps comfortably in her kennel at night, but she'll still need help learning to walk on a leash. She can also be quite vocal, so a home without shared walls will be important. She does well with older, calm children, while cats are still an unknown.

The best home for her is a quiet, predictable environment with someone who is home more often than not and doesn't have a lot of visitors coming and going. Most importantly, she needs a family willing to give her the time and patience she needs to build confidence and trust. A confident, playful dog in the home will be an important part of helping her feel safe, settle in, and learn how wonderful life can be.

Male, 7 years old, 20 lbs

Adoption fee: $450

Louis is a sweet, devoted little companion who wants nothing more than to be close to his person. He came to us as an owner surrender and can be shy when meeting new people. At first, he may hide or even have a nervous accident, but once he feels safe, his personality completely changes. He becomes an incredibly loving lap dog and total shadow who will follow his person everywhere and we mean everywhere. He loves his people so much that he'll even try to join you in the shower!

Day to day, he is house trained when kept on a schedule, kennel trained, and leash trained. He gets very excited when it's time for a walk, although he prefers shorter strolls. He enjoys toys, and while we were told he may resource guard them, we haven't seen that behavior in his foster home. He also whines during car rides, so traveling isn't exactly his favorite activity. Since arriving in rescue, he's already lost two pounds and could benefit from losing a couple more.

He does well with both dogs and cats, although his true focus is his person. He can happily coexist with another dog but isn't particularly interested in playing with them. His experience with children is unknown. He does have some separation anxiety, so a home without shared walls will be important.

The best home for him is a quieter household with someone who is home more often than not and is looking for a loyal companion to spend their days with. He would be happy with or without another dog. More than anything, he wants a person of his own to love, follow around, and curl up beside at every opportunity.

Male, 8 months old, 12 lbs

Adoption fee: $650

Sal is a sweet, gentle boy who needs a little time to trust the world. Once he does, he's all in. He came to us as an owner surrender and we suspect he never got the early socialization a puppy needs. He's curious but cautious, the kind of guy who watches from a safe distance before deciding you're worth knowing. It takes him a while to warm up to new people and he seems more comfortable with women than men. Once he's comfortable, he's loving, affectionate, and ready to be your constant companion.

Day to day, Sal is a typical puppy with plenty of energy. He loves toys, especially for chewing. He's leash trained, and house training is a work in progress. He occasionally uses the dog door, and he wears a belly band for now because excitement and nerves sometimes get the best of him. He's not kennel trained, so he sleeps in a dog bed on the floor, snuggled up with another dog, or sometimes with his person.

Sal is shy, and loud noises really scare him. He needs patience, a calm environment, and someone who'll let him go at his own pace, especially when it comes to meeting new people. He's good with other small dogs and kids, but he's not a fan of big dogs and we don't know how he feels about cats yet. 

The best home for Sal is with someone who's home more often than not and excited to work on all things puppy: house training, confidence building, and gentle socialization. A confident resident dog to show him the ropes would be a big bonus.