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Bodhi is a gorgeous shaded-cream mini dachshund looking for a home where people have the time and patience to give him the care he deserves. His current owners have made the heart-breaking decision to find him a new home, as they are struggling to manage his separation anxiety. Bodhi is very sweet, clever and sensitive, and forms a strong bond with the people he trusts. Once he feels safe and secure, he is a loving and devoted little companion. Sadly, at the moment he cannot cope with being left alone. He becomes very anxious and will bark, so he needs a family where someone is at home most of the time. His new family will need to be patient and willing to help him build his confidence very slowly, we will give behaviourist support if needed. Outside the home, Bodhi is also a nervous boy who can be reactive towards other dogs and may bark and lunge while on the lead. He can bark at strangers and his new family will need to continue managing this calmly and positively. He has never shown aggression towards people and simply needs to be given the time and space to build trust at his own pace. Bodhi currently lives with both dogs and cats and can get along well with them. However, he can occasionally resource guard food around other dogs. Because of this, and so that his new family can focus fully on helping him feel secure and managing his separation anxiety, Bodhi needs to be the only pet in his new home. Bodhi enjoys his walks, travels well in the car and is crate trained. He is comfortable sleeping in his crate and knows several commands, including “sit”, “touch”, “wait” and “bed”. He loves cuddles and snuggles with his person. Bodhi is in excellent health. Bodhi needs a calm and understanding home where he will be given the time, routine and reassurance he needs. With the right person and the right environment, we believe his sweet and clever personality will shine.

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Dott is a sweet and affectionate girl looking for a calm and understanding home. Sadly, due to ongoing conflict with her litter sister, the girls can no longer safely live together and now need to be rehomed separately. Her family have made the heart-breaking decision to find Dott a home where she can feel secure and thrive as an individual. Dott can be an anxious girl, but once she feels safe, she is a gentle and loving companion. She adores cuddles and belly rubs, and is happiest curled up under a blanket or relaxing in the garden. She forms strong bonds with the people she trusts and will do best with a patient family who allow her to settle at her own pace. Dott can be wary of men and unfamiliar people and may bark until she has had the time to build trust. On walks, she may also bark at unfamiliar dogs. She could potentially live with a calm, confident, older male dog following careful introductions. Dott can currently be left for up to four hours and has free rein of the kitchen and living room. Because she is a sensitive girl, her new family will need to be around more often at first while she settles and slowly builds her confidence and independence. She is happy sleeping either on the sofa or in her own bed. She is in excellent health and simply needs a kind and patient home where she will be given time, reassurance and a calm routine. With the right support, we believe her affectionate and sweet-natured personality will really shine.

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Dustin is a truly special boy who is searching for a tranquil place to call home. He is a remarkably communicative companion who thrives on human connection and cuddles. His zest for life is evident in his love for play, and will enjoy playing ball and walking with his family. While Dustin is an endearing and loyal soul, he needs a quiet and calm home where someone is around much of the time. He has recently moved to Wales and is flourishing in a quiet, countryside setting but is unhappy apart from his people. He requires a patient, adult-only home where his family is prepared to provide a calm atmosphere and commit to his ongoing training. He currently lives with dogs and would find a calm, female dachshund to be a helpful companion, offering him a sense of stability as he learns to navigate the world. Dustin is currently undergoing a pain trial for potential discomfort in his back legs and hips. He is also starting on anti anxiety medication to help him navigate moving to a new home. To ensure he remains happy and healthy, any ongoing medical treatment required for this will be funded by The Red Foundation, furthermore, behavioural support is available to assist his new adopters, ensuring everyone feels supported through his transition. In the right setting, Dustin’s expressive personality and devoted nature will truly shine, making him an incredibly rewarding addition to a quiet, dedicated household.

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FRANKIE & NASHIE is a dachshund available for adoption from The Red Foundation. Please enquire for full details.

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Gunner is a smart, friendly dog who loves nothing more than a cuddle with his human. He is looking for a new home with someone who can give him the time and attention he needs. His family recently rehomed him privately and have realised that he will be happier in a home where his owner had more time to spend helping him adjust and settle. Gunner is a sensitive boy who will benefit from a regular routine and a quiet home where there are clear boundaries. He is currently unable to be left alone without barking, whining and he is very unsettled, so his new family will need to be prepared to work with him so he can learn that time apart is OK. He has also nipped twice and will occasionally growl if he has a particularly tasty sock – this is likely a result of the disruption he has experienced and we will provide behaviourist support if needed, to help ensure he can move successfully into his next, forever, home. Outside the home, Gunner walks on lead and is keen to get out and enjoy walks. He has not spent much time with other dogs but is happy to meet dogs outside the home, and is always happy to meet new people. Gunner is looking for a calm environment with a family that is home most of the time. He is an intelligent boy who is looking for someone who can provide the stimulation and training that he needs to live his best life. Gunner is in excellent health. He is house-trained and travels well in the car. He currently sleeps in the bed with his owner. This boy has loads of love and cuddles to give to his forever family.

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Lily is a beautiful and loving girl who is looking for a very special home that can help her manage to navigate life as an almost completely blind dog. Her current owners are heartbroken by the decision to rehome her but are finding it increasingly difficult to provide the near constant companionship she requires in order to feel safe. Her next family will need to commit to a few meets so they can start to build a bond which will help Lily navigate the eventual move to her new home. Lily is a very affectionate dog who loves being close to her family and enjoys cuddling. Despite her disability, she is still an active girl who enjoys playtime, especially chasing toys, and her daily walks where she can still manage to walk off-lead. Lily is not crate trained and sleeps in her own bed. Lily is an anxious girl and can be reactive around strangers, other dogs and in other situations that she finds challenging. She can become stressed, which manifests as barking and difficulty settling down. She has occasionally snapped at people who approached when she has felt vulnerable but this has been well managed and rarely happens now. We will provide full behaviourist back-up so her needs as a visually impaired dog are understood and respected. She is a very food-motivated dog, so continued training and positive reinforcement should help her to settle and feel less anxious over time. Lily is a loving soul who needs a home that will commit fully to her needs. With the right training, patience, and love, Lily will continue to make great progress and be a wonderful companion.

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Merlin is a very clever, lovely and friendly boy who is looking for a special home following surgery for IVDD in March this year. Although he has made some progress, he is still currently unable to use his back legs and his owner has made the difficult decision to find Merlin a home better suited to his ongoing care and rehabilitation. Despite everything he has been through, Merlin’s wonderful nature shines through. He is a happy, affectionate little boy, full of character, who loves nothing more than being close to his people. Whether he’s playing with his favourite toys or curling up for a cuddle after a nap, Merlin is simply happiest when he’s surrounded by those he loves. His gentle, loving nature means he quickly becomes part of the family, and anyone lucky enough to welcome him into their home will gain a devoted and loving companion. Merlin is continuing his rehabilitation following his surgery, and his new family will need to be committed to providing the ongoing care and support he needs. He is continent with the occasional accident and sometimes needs his bladder expressing, although hopefully this should continue to improve. The Red Foundation is committed to supporting dogs with medical needs and we will discuss the support we can offer with potential adopters. Merlin could potentially live with another friendly dog and may also be able to live with dog-savvy cats (although he has never lived with a cat). He could also live with sensible, dog-savvy children aged 10 years and over who can understand and respect his needs. Due to his mobility needs, Merlin is looking for a home with easy access to a secure garden. Merlin sleeps in his crate and can be left for up to 3-4 hours. He is in excellent health apart from his IVDD and deserves a family who will continue to support him while embracing everything that makes him such a special little dog. With patience, commitment and plenty of affection, Merlin will make a truly wonderful companion and will undoubtedly become a much-loved member of the family.

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Mickey is a dachshund available for adoption from The Red Foundation. Please enquire for full details.

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Mickey O is a dachshund available for adoption from The Red Foundation. Please enquire for full details.

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Peanut is a handsome shaded-red long-hair mini dachshund who is looking for a loving, calm home with no children. He’s an anxious boy so a stable and calm home would be preferable. Peanut loves his people and is a loyal and affectionate little dog who loves nothing better than curling up on a knee and getting cuddles. He has is reactive to visitors and needs owners who are comfortable advocating for him so he is left alone and allowed to be introduced to visitors gradually, and once he has calmed down. We will provide behaviourist support if needed, but gorgeous little dogs can get sick and tired of unasked-for attention! Peanut is reactive to other dogs on lead and will bark/lunge at them, clicker training with treats is extremely helpful at curtailing this behaviour and calming him down, as a result of his reactivity he is only walked on-lead. His current owners report that he gets on very well with some female dogs, so potentially he could form a great partnership with a calm female companion. He can guard his food and, as result, he is left alone when he is fed or has a chew. He loves playing with his toys with his owners and will bring his favourite toy over to play with. However, if he is playing with a toy happily by himself he can display guarding behaviours if disturbed, so his owners leave him in peace when he wants to be by himself. His new family will need to be comfortable managing this behaviour. Peanut is generally in good health. He had an episode of IVDD in 2025 which was successfully treated with crate rest, physio, and is now managed by avoiding stairs and having shorter walks in the day. He no longer goes on very long walks (45 minute +). There have been two small episodes of pain since where rest and pain-relief were all he needed to quickly recover. Peanut sleeps in a bed downstairs in his current home. He can be left for periods of time, but will bark.

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Peggy is an exceptionally pretty young dachshund with a huge personality and an equally huge capacity for love. She is now looking for a new chapter in life where she can enjoy the calm, structured, and understanding home environment that will allow her to truly flourish. Beneath her feisty little exterior is an incredibly affectionate, loyal, and emotionally sensitive dog who forms strong bonds with her people and thrives on companionship, routine, and reassurance. Once Peggy feels safe and settled with someone, she becomes deeply devoted and wonderfully loving. She absolutely adores physical affection and will happily smother her chosen people with kisses, cuddles, and constant companionship. She enjoys curling up under blankets, snoozing on laps, and being close to her humans whenever possible. At the same time, she is still a young dachshund with plenty of playful energy and enthusiasm for life. She enjoys interactive play, enrichment, and being involved in the day-to-day activities around her. Unfortunately, Peggy’s current home environment has become increasingly overwhelming for her, particularly due to the dynamics of living alongside multiple other dogs. During hormonal periods, especially when she comes into season, Peggy can be more anxious, and less tolerant of the other dogs around her. Peggy is a sensitive little dog who struggles when she feels overstimulated or unable to cope within a busy multi-dog environment. Because of this, Peggy is currently not receiving the level of calm attention, stimulation, and emotional balance that she would benefit from. Peggy would ideally be suited as the only dog in the household, where she can enjoy individual attention and a calmer atmosphere. In many ways, Peggy displays very typical dachshund traits. When walked alone on lead she can initially appear reserved and somewhat unsure of unfamiliar dogs or environments. However, when accompanied by her familiar “pack,” she becomes much more vocal and confident, often barking at other dogs as part of that group dynamic. This behaviour is not outside of what would be expected for the breed, but any new owner should be prepared to continue working on confidence building, calm exposure, and positive reinforcement training. Peggy is fully house trained within the home, she is also crate trained and settles well when required. In addition, she travels very well in the car. Peggy would also be best suited to a home with older, calm, and dog-savvy children, or an adult-only household. We are also looking for a home where she is not regularly left for extended periods of time, as she can become vocal if left alone for too long, although she should be able to cope with a couple of hours, once settled. Overall, Peggy is a wonderfully affectionate, funny, and endearing little dog who simply needs a more compatible environment in order to feel secure and balanced. In the right home, with patient and understanding owners, who appreciate the quirks and sensitivities of the dachshund breed, Peggy has the potential to become an exceptionally devoted and rewarding companion. She has so much love to give and deserves a home where she can feel safe, understood, and truly cherished.

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Percy is a loving boy who is looking for a calm forever home. Sadly his current home cannot provide this right now, so they have made the difficult decision to find Percy a new home where he is top priority. Percy is a gorgeous boy who thrives in the company of others (people and dogs!) and loves to play all day. Percy is a great all-round dachshund – he is as happy cuddling and snoozing on the sofa as he is on a long walk through the woods full of interesting scents. Percy would be happiest in a home with somebody home most of the time and he is able to live with sensible, older children – at the moment he can be left for up to 1 hour but this is a work in progress as he will tend to bark and cry. Outside the home, Percy has decent recall and enjoys his walks. He likes meeting and playing with other dogs and is generally well socialised. He is house-trained, and currently sleeps on his owner’s bed. As a double dapple, Percy may have health conditions related to his breeding in the future, but currently he is fit and well and we will discuss this with potential adopters. Above all else, Percy is looking for a loving and chilled home.