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"My little dog---a heartbeat at my feet." Edith Wharton Our lives will forever be enriched because of the dachsies that touched our hearts in rescue, but we know the real healing does not begin until they leave our care. We encourage, we celebrate, we do everything we can to give them the skills they need to put their best paw forward as they wait for their forever families to find them . . . and then the time comes to say goodbye. Often we shed tears. We remember when they came in, how far they’ve come, the hiccups along the way – we laugh, we cry – and then we always say a little prayer as we send them on their way. We hope they find the confidence to keep that best paw forward, because we know, when they do, they will truly flourish. It is then, they will heal; it is then, they will find peace. If you have adopted one of our adorable dachsies, and would like to contribute a Success Story, please e-mail dakotadachshund@hotmail.com, and we will add it to the website. Be sure to send us a current picture. We do love pictures!!! A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z
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 Hi! In July of 2010, I drove to Sioux Falls to visit with the lovely folks of DDR and met Frannie, a beautiful mini Doxie. My daughters and I brought her home to Iowa and she quickly fit in with the rest of our family. You will be happy to know she is still quite the princess! She enjoys walks with her best friends Samantha and Abby and always gets a treat when she comes home. We love getting Doxie kisses every morning and Frannie even has her own wardrobe. And of course there's lots of belly rubs! We love her just as much as the day we met her at the pet fair. I commend all those who tirelessly work to protect these little creatures. Keep up the wonderful work!! ~ Angela Hogge  My husband and I lost our beloved dachshund, Oscar, in November 2011. He was only 5 years old and it was one of the worst experiences of our lives. After the dust settled we knew we wanted to adopt from DDR. I had fostered 2 dogs with the rescue in the past. Let's face it; once you have a dachshund, no other breed will do. I had called Diane to talk to her about a dog that had just been adopted by his foster mom. Diane had another dog in mind-Brutus (also known as Bruno). He wasn't up for adoption yet as she was waiting for some blood work to come back to ensure he was adoptable. It was the longest 3 weeks of my life! She sent me pictures and I knew he was meant to be ours. We hoped and prayed that his tests came back okay. Thankfully, they did. He had an allergy problem, but no worse for the wear. When we took him home he still had some itching and hive problems, but we got it figured out in no time. He is feeling much better and looks great! Brutus is the most loving, kind and easy going dog. We get comments from everyone, "I can't believe he's so laid back!". He is the perfect match for our family. When we got him he already knew kennel, sit, outside and treat (of course). He is so well behaved, we don't even shut the door on the kennel anymore. He gets to free roam all day, enjoying the life of VERY LOVED dog.  Hello everyone,
I’m sorry it’s taken so long to write but I have been so busy learning and living! My Mom, Sandie has been working very hard to help me feel comfortable and to help me understand the rules of living in an apartment. Mom is teaching me how to do all kinds of things. I have learned that when I do something right I get a yummy treat! It is so much fun learning things.
I still do not like to go potty outside so Mom has set me up with my litter box. I have my own “Man cave.” I am a bit claustrophobic so the pet carrier I slept in at first is now my cave. I can hide anything I want to in there. Then I have a lounging bed in the living room and a big pillow bed in the bedroom next to Mom’s bed. I have a lot of toys and I am learning to play fetch. It took me a while to catch on but I finally figured it out. I didn’t like to share my toys before and I got a bit snappy but Mom showed me that I can bring the toy back to her, let her have it and she throws it again. It is actually a really fun game. Mom has taught me the names of the toys too. She will say, “get the donkey” and I go get my donkey! It took me a little bit to catch on but once I figured out that when I bring the right toy I get a yummy treat I tried harder and now I know them all.
The only thing I am having trouble with is barking. It is kind of noisy in an apartment. But with the help of my collar it reminds me that I need to ignore all the sounds. It’s ok for me to go over to the door when someone knocks but then I let Mom handle it from there.
All in all life is very good. Mom and I have great times together. I love going shopping with her. Car rides really rock, plus I get to go into the store and you wouldn’t believe all the people in there. They always say, “ooooo and awwwww” and pet me. I really like attention! My separation anxiety is better. I will stay home by myself if Mom has to go to the Doctor or someplace that isn’t appropriate for me to go. I really don’t mind at all.
Well, that is an update on how things are for me since Mom adopted me on New Years Eve. We are doing great. Don’t tell anyone but all this gooey love and attention ROCKS!! I hope you all are doing well and hopefully you all are finding really awesome Moms and Dads to take you home and give you nice homes. I want to thank everyone for all the good things you did for me to help me find my forever home. I love you all and Mom said she will bring me to the Meet and Greets so I can see everyone. You all take care and I will see you soon.
Your pal, Duckie
 Hi! Well it has been GREAT with Sasha and Penni. On the way home, Sasha was on Barb's lap most of the way home and Penni was on Joi's lap or right next to her. They have bonded very fast. Three of my other older girls had called or text us on the way home wanting to see the girls. Jenni our oldest and her 2 boys were the first to meet them and Sasha was very sociable with them, and then Juli came over when we got home and again Sasha was great and then on to my other daughter's house Jazi for a visit and Sasha was very sociable there to. She loves to be pet. When we first got to your home and Sasha came right to me and let me pet her, I new Sasha was going home with us. Sometime I'll get a picture to you of me in my chair with Gus on one side and Sasha on the other and Penni laying on my chest. Now on to Penni. as you can see we are spelling her name a little different and here is why. These are my daughters names, Jenni, Jaci, Juli, Jazi, and Joi. All ending in i so Penni had to keep the tradition going. Penni has taken to Joi and followers her around like Gus follows me around. Penni on Monday came to me in my office and just looked up at me and then gave out a little woof so I had to pick her up and hold her, she is so cute that way. Her little woof is how she lets us know she wants to be held. We were surprised as to how fast Sasha moved, she got playful with Gus and was running around the house, that did my heart good to see that. And then Penni and Gus were nose to nose (kissing) that's the best way to describe it. All three get along great. Here are some pictures of the girls and Gus on the couch on there pillow with there blankets. One big happy famliy ! ! ! We want to thank you for letting us adopt Sasha and Penni in to our family. I was (Mike) adopted at 18 months old myself so I know it's a great feeling to find that forever home!
 Hi! Well it has been GREAT with Sasha and Penni. On the way home, Sasha was on Barb's lap most of the way home and Penni was on Joi's lap or right next to her. They have bonded very fast. Three of my other older girls had called or text us on the way home wanting to see the girls. Jenni our oldest and her 2 boys were the first to meet them and Sasha was very sociable with them, and then Juli came over when we got home and again Sasha was great and then on to my other daughter's house Jazi for a visit and Sasha was very sociable there to. She loves to be pet. When we first got to your home and Sasha came right to me and let me pet her, I new Sasha was going home with us. Sometime I'll get a picture to you of me in my chair with Gus on one side and Sasha on the other and Penni laying on my chest. Now on to Penni. as you can see we are spelling her name a little different and here is why. These are my daughters names, Jenni, Jaci, Juli, Jazi, and Joi. All ending in i so Penni had to keep the tradition going. Penni has taken to Joi and followers her around like Gus follows me around. Penni on Monday came to me in my office and just looked up at me and then gave out a little woof so I had to pick her up and hold her, she is so cute that way. Her little woof is how she lets us know she wants to be held. We were surprised as to how fast Sasha moved, she got playful with Gus and was running around the house, that did my heart good to see that. And then Penni and Gus were nose to nose (kissing) that's the best way to describe it. All three get along great. Here are some pictures of the girls and Gus on the couch on there pillow with there blankets. One big happy famliy ! ! ! We want to thank you for letting us adopt Sasha and Penni in to our family. I was (Mike) adopted at 18 months old myself so I know it's a great feeling to find that forever home!
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