Bruce
- West Yorkshire
- 6 years old
- Male, tweenie (7.5kg)
- Smooth, black and grey dapple
- Not neutered
- Adoption fee is £350
Bruce is an IVDD warrior who is looking for a new home as the other resident dog (his brother) is highly anxious and has sadly started fighting with him. The family feel he will be happier in a home where the focus can be on him continuing to recover, this could potentially be with a calm, neutered female dog as he has not started any of the fights. Bruce is an affectionate boy who loves being around people – his current owner says he will go to anyone for a cuddle!
Bruce is an easy-going boy who needs support to continue his progress after an operation for IVDD last year. He can walk unaided in the house although needs ramps for steps and cannot manage stairs. He can toilet independently, although he takes time to empty his bladder. His current owner is encouraging him to wee unaided, but occasionally helps him to express his bladder which she finds straightforward and Bruce is accepting of. He is not currently dry through the night and his owner uses washable puppy pads for his comfort. He is having laser therapy in the hope of improving his walking still further. The Red Foundation will pay for further treatment he might require for his IVDD. Outside the house he likes walking with the support of wheels and regular walks are an important source of stimulation and enjoyment for him.
Bruce is a typical dachshund who is clever, loyal and loves people including sensible children. He is also a typical dachshund with a loud bark for unexpected visitors such as the postman and loud, unexpected noises such as thunder. He is also nervous around large, high-energy dogs and will bark at them. Apart from this, he is generally a relaxed boy who can be left for periods of time once he has got used to his new home and routine. He is a dog who deserves a home that will help him to continue his recovery from IVDD and give him a quiet, loving home.
Requirements in a home for Bruce:
- Possibly a calm, neutered female dog companion for him
- Someone who has the time to help him continue to recover and manage IVDD
- Potentially older, sensible children
- No cats
To find out more about Bruce please email [email protected]
Rolo
- East Yorkshire
- 4 years 11 months
- Male, Tweenie
- Smooth-haired, chocolate dapple
- Neutered
- Adoption fee: £350
Rolo is a very loving and cuddly boy who is being rehomed due to his current owners being unable to keep up with his training and mental stimulation. They describe him as a very clever boy who needs physical and mental stimulation to keep him from getting bored, unfortunately they can’t currently provide this which is resulting in Rolo barking more and constantly digging at the carpet.
Rolo loves his toys but can be protective over them as well as his food. Whilst he has never bitten before he will growl if you try to take things from him and for this reason we are seeking a home without children or older dog savvy children who understand not to try and take things from Rolo.
Rolo currently lives with another dachshund but he has recently started to become more snappy towards her. For this reason we feel that Rolo would be best suited to a home where he is the only dog.
This lovely boy has the potential to be a great addition to a home, he just needs someone who can put the time into his training and stimulation and keep his boredom at bay.
Requirements in a home:
- A calm and patient home
- Someone who can give Rolo the time that he needs for his mental and physical stimulation
- Children aged 12+
- No other pets
If you can offer Rolo a loving forever home, please send an email to [email protected]
Bonnie – potential home found
- Stockton-on-Tees
- 7 years old
- Female, Miniature
- Red, Smooth Coat
- Neutered
- Adoption fee is £250
Bonnie is looking for a new home due to unforeseen changes in her owner’s family situation, which has made it difficult for them to care for her. She is a sweet, affectionate dog who thrives on attention and loves to be close to her people. Bonnie enjoys her meals, adores her walks, and is a true lap dog—always eager to snuggle up on the sofa in the evenings.
However, Bonnie struggles with being left alone and experiences separation anxiety, even when another dog is present. She needs a home where someone is around most of the time or is willing to invest the time and has the patience needed to help her manage this anxiety.
Bonnie has some medical needs that will require ongoing care. She recently experienced Grade 1 IVDD but, after a period of crate rest, she is now walking again. Her walks are currently short, but with continued recovery, she hopes to enjoy longer walks soon. Bonnie also has some skin and intestinal issues that require medication and a special diet. The Red Foundation will cover any pre-existing medical costs until they can be taken over by insurance.
Bonnie currently lives with another dog, so a home with another canine companion could be beneficial. She also lives with children, but due to her sensitivity to loud noises, a home with older children (age 10+) is preferred. Bonnie is house-trained but may have occasional accidents, especially when left alone for too long or the odd glee-wee when her family come home. She is crate-trained and sleeps in her crate at night, and while she is nervous about car rides, she does settle down after a while.
Requirements in a home:
- A calm, patient, and loving home.
- Someone who is home most of the time.
- No cats in the household.
- Ideally, a home with another dog (subject to successful meetings).
- A family with children aged 10+
If you meet the above criteria and can offer Bonnie the loving, caring home she deserves, please email [email protected].
Winston
- County Durham
- 11 months old
- Male, miniature
- Black & tan, smooth
- Not neutered
- Adoption fee is £500
Winston is a playful, energetic, cheeky chap that loves to be outdoors, even in the rain! Winston is being rehomed due to his current owner increasing their work hours meaning that they are unable to give Winston the time and attention that he needs.
As Winston is still so young he needs a home that is able to dedicate time into working on his basic training and that can keep him both mentally and physically stimulated. An active home would be ideal as Winston adores being outdoors and exploring. Winston can get upset when left alone so would benefit from a home where he won’t be left for long periods of time.
Winston currently lives with another female dachshund who he is very protective of, he can also be a bit domineering of her. On walks Winston tends to bark at other dogs, most likely due to protecting his sister. Due to this, we feel that Winston would be best suited to being the only dog in the home.
While Winston adores being around his people, he also likes his own space, he likes to have cuddles but on his own terms! Winston currently lives with older children and gets along well with them. With some training Winston has the potential to be a perfect family dog!
Requirements in a home:
- No other pets
- A home where someone is around the majority of the time
- A patient home that can commit to training a young dog
- An active home where Winston can enjoy the outdoors
If you can offer Winston his new forever home, please email [email protected]
Willow
- North Yorkshire
- 7 years old
- Female, miniature
- Black and tan, smooth coat
- Neutered
- Adoption fee is £250
Willow is a beautiful little dachshund looking for a new home because the other dogs she currently lives with have lower energy levels. This has resulted in fights as Willow is not good at realising when she has gone too far. For this reason, we feel that Willow will be happier as an only dog.
She is a sociable and friendly dog who loves to play fetch, to bury things in her blankets and is generally a playful dog who enjoys doing things. She can be left on her own but will bark for a while before settling – she is not regularly left alone with her current family, so we will be looking for a family where this is also the case. She is a typical dachshund who will bark at visitors but with treats and patience, she will settle nicely.
Willow had successful surgery for IVDD in 2022 and has made a full recovery, however owners will need to not allow her to climb up stairs. Generally, she is in excellent health.
Willow enjoys her walks, however, she does not have reliable recall and her new family would need to spend some time training with her before allowing her off the lead. Willow is a wonderful family dog and could live with children who are respectful and understanding of small dogs. She can be barky and her new family will need to be understanding and work on this.
Requirements in a home for Willow
- No other dogs
- Someone who is home a lot of the time (or can provide a dog-sitter), especially at first
- Can live with sensible children
- No cats
To find out more about Willow please email [email protected]