dachshund adoption

Are you thinking of adopting a Dachshund? We would guess the answer is yes as you have reached this page and want to find out more about adoption which is great! Dachshund adoption is for the life of the dog and taking on a rescue Dachshund is a commitment that needs careful consideration. Here at Suloti Dachshund Support we work with the applicant, taking heed of their situation and the needs of the dog looking for a new home to ensure that we make the best possible match for both parties.

Dachshunds have an abundance of love and companionship to give to the right owners. Adopting requires kindness, love, patience, time, consistency and hard work to help the Dachshund settle into its new home. In return these little dogs have so much to give that adopting can change lives for the better for both the dog and new owner, making for a rewarding experience which is good for the mental wellbeing of the adopter and the dog!

Adult dogs are usually house trained and their personality is already developed so we are able to use information passed to us by existing owners to find a home that we feel would fit with the dog. They will be used to their current routine so when going to a new home the adopter will need to understand that it takes a few months for the dog to adapt to a new family, environment and routine. Dachshunds need to work out for themselves that they are safe in their new surroundings. They must be given time and space to do so by interacting with their new family when THEY are ready. We all know how exciting it is to have a new family member but giving them space is so very important for them to gradually adjust to a new way of life.

We strongly advise all new adopters to take up the free support session provided by our Canine behaviourist Nathan Watson Dog Behaviour shortly after adoption to go through certain behaviours that may appear when a dog goes to a new home. The charity provides guidelines for the adopter to follow over the first few weeks to help the dog settle in his or her new home.

If you apply to adopt a Dachshund, we will work with you to find a Dachshund that will to the best of our knowledge fit with your lifestyle and experience. People sadly finding themselves in the position of having to find a new home for their dog are greatly encouraged to tell us everything about their dog to enable us to find the best possible home and this information is passed on to prospective adopters.

A vet health check is carried out before the dog goes to his or her new home and information passed to the adopter. Four weeks free insurance cover is provided to all dogs rehomed through the charity and adopters are encouraged to take out their own insurance upon expiry of the free cover. We sponsor Yellow Dog UK and are able to offer a significant discount on products for dogs we rehome.

We will visit the potential adopter and like to meet all other occupants including existing dogs, any other pets and at this time can chat about any remaining concerns although we would hope to have covered anything you may be apprehensive about by this point.

A Dachshund proof enclosed garden is a must as some can be little escape artists! So, secure gates with working bolts are a must and we will help you by advising how to adjust anything in the garden we feel may be unsafe for a Dachshund such as a pond or large steps. If the front garden is unsecured there must be means in place to prevent the dog from accessing the door. A stairgate or dog stopper board is required to be fitted at the bottom of any stairs inside the home. The Dachshund will need to have an area to spend time with their new family, a safe place to stay when new owners go out as well as to sleep at night, and also a quiet area to retreat if he or she so wishes. We always ask to see identification during the home visit and also details of two people that can act as referees.

Points to consider:

• Applicants must be aged 21 or over
• A dog is for life, are you and your family 100% committed to taking on a dog?
• Would your existing pets be happy to welcome a new dog into the household?
• Even if you have owned a Dachshund before, your new dog may be a completely different personality
• Do you have time and patience to settle, train, help a Dachshund with a behavioural or health issue?
• Sometimes behaviours appear that we were unaware of or develop as the dog is now in a new environment, would you be prepared to deal with these issues?
• Can you afford a dog? Pet insurance, vet bills, vaccinations, flea, worming treatment, good quality dog food are some of the more important things that will need to be catered for
• Will a dog still fit with your family if your lifestyle changes in the future?
• Are you at home the majority of the day? Dogs need company and we look for applicants that can provide love and companionship for our rehomed dogs. We do not rehome to people that work away from the home full time

If you would like to apply to adopt and provide a wonderful life for a rescue Dachshund in need of a new home, please complete our application form.