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Submit Application
Interview
Home Check
Approve Application
Meet the Pet
Sign Adoption Contract
Pay Fee
Meet Tails! This gorgeous little guy was sadly abandoned in an apartment complex when his family moved and couldn’t—or wouldn’t—take him with them. Thankfully, caring neighbors stepped in and reached out to his current foster mom, Debbie, for help. Debbie didn’t hesitate to foster him, and of course, we said yes to bringing Tails into rescue.
Tails is now thriving in his foster home and has integrated beautifully into his foster pack. He did an excellent job transitioning and has proven to be great with both dogs and cats. He does well with dogs of all sizes and is curious about the cats but means them no harm. While Tails is naturally drawn to his humans for comfort and security, he also enjoys following the lead of his canine pack.
Tails is a very chill boy with a moderate energy level. He is both house-trained and crate-trained, and currently enjoys two walks a day—especially stopping to sniff and explore. He may be curious about other dogs on leash, but he is not reactive. When he’s not out for a walk, Tails is happiest relaxing on the couch with his person. He looks to his human for emotional reassurance, and his favorite spot is curled up in Debbie’s lap.
Tails can be shy at first and is wary of strangers, especially loud people or sudden movements. He’ll do best in a calm, consistent home and would benefit from continued gentle exposure to visitors. He previously lived with older children (10+), which would be a good fit again. Tails is not aggressive at all—he’s simply a sensitive soul who prefers a peaceful environment and very much considers himself a lap dog.
His ideal day? A good meal, a nice walk, and lots of cuddles with his person.
Tails is ready for a forever home where he can feel safe, loved, and cherished. If you’re looking for a loyal, gentle companion who will happily curl up in your lap and steal your heart, Tails may be your perfect match.
Apply today!
BREED ESTIMATE: Long-haired, Miniature Dachshund
GENDER: Male
APPROXIMATE WEIGHT: 13 lbs
APPROXIMATE AGE: ~ 2 years old
COAT TYPE: Short coat
ADOPTION FEE: $425
OTHER INFO: utd on shots/neutered/microchipped
LOCATION: Charlotte, NC - COMING TO DC Metro on 1/10/26
FOR MORE INFO OR TO ADOPT: Please go to https://adopt.worthydog.org and complete the application.
You can also help save dogs like this one by becoming a foster, providing a rescue dog with a temporary home and giving them the love and care they need until they are permanently adopted. Every person who fosters is directly responsible for saving the life of a dog, because we can only save as many dogs as we have foster families available to welcome them into their homes. If you think you might be interested in becoming a foster and want to learn more, please go to https://foster.worthydog.org and fill out an application.
Worthy Dog Rescue is an all-volunteer, foster-based rescue that primarily adopts to families in the DC Metro area.
Meet Tails! This gorgeous little guy was sadly abandoned in an apartment complex when his family moved and couldn’t—or wouldn’t—take him with them. Thankfully, caring neighbors stepped in and reached out to his current foster mom, Debbie, for help. Debbie didn’t hesitate to foster him, and of course, we said yes to bringing Tails into rescue.
Tails is now thriving in his foster home and has integrated beautifully into his foster pack. He did an excellent job transitioning and has proven to be great with both dogs and cats. He does well with dogs of all sizes and is curious about the cats but means them no harm. While Tails is naturally drawn to his humans for comfort and security, he also enjoys following the lead of his canine pack.
Tails is a very chill boy with a moderate energy level. He is both house-trained and crate-trained, and currently enjoys two walks a day—especially stopping to sniff and explore. He may be curious about other dogs on leash, but he is not reactive. When he’s not out for a walk, Tails is happiest relaxing on the couch with his person. He looks to his human for emotional reassurance, and his favorite spot is curled up in Debbie’s lap.
Tails can be shy at first and is wary of strangers, especially loud people or sudden movements. He’ll do best in a calm, consistent home and would benefit from continued gentle exposure to visitors. He previously lived with older children (10+), which would be a good fit again. Tails is not aggressive at all—he’s simply a sensitive soul who prefers a peaceful environment and very much considers himself a lap dog.
His ideal day? A good meal, a nice walk, and lots of cuddles with his person.
Tails is ready for a forever home where he can feel safe, loved, and cherished. If you’re looking for a loyal, gentle companion who will happily curl up in your lap and steal your heart, Tails may be your perfect match.
Apply today!
BREED ESTIMATE: Long-haired, Miniature Dachshund
GENDER: Male
APPROXIMATE WEIGHT: 13 lbs
APPROXIMATE AGE: ~ 2 years old
COAT TYPE: Short coat
ADOPTION FEE: $425
OTHER INFO: utd on shots/neutered/microchipped
LOCATION: Charlotte, NC - COMING TO DC Metro on 1/10/26
FOR MORE INFO OR TO ADOPT: Please go to https://adopt.worthydog.org and complete the application.
You can also help save dogs like this one by becoming a foster, providing a rescue dog with a temporary home and giving them the love and care they need until they are permanently adopted. Every person who fosters is directly responsible for saving the life of a dog, because we can only save as many dogs as we have foster families available to welcome them into their homes. If you think you might be interested in becoming a foster and want to learn more, please go to https://foster.worthydog.org and fill out an application.
Worthy Dog Rescue is an all-volunteer, foster-based rescue that primarily adopts to families in the DC Metro area.
Submit Application
To start the approval process, the first step is to complete our non-binding adoption application.
Interview
Once your application is reviewed, a Worthy Dog Rescue volunteer will contact you to schedule a phone interview to discuss your application
Home Check
A volunteer will schedule a time to visit your home, in person, to meet you and verify that your home is a good, safe environment for a dog
Approve Application
After a positive veterinary reference check, phone interview, and home visit, we will approve your application
Meet the Pet
Upon approval, if the dog you applied for is still available and a good match, we will schedule a time for you to meet the dog
Sign Adoption Contract
Pay Fee
Thank you for considering adoption and choosing to save a dog’s life!
Adding a dog to your family is a rewarding and life-changing experience. Dogs enrich our lives and have the amazing ability to give and receive love unconditionally. They can be your loyal companion and friend, and a watchful playmate for your kids, but they are also a serious, long-term commitment. They will depend on you for their health and well-being, and require an investment of love, time, and money for the rest of their life.
As you search for your new dog, please remember that there is no shortage of dogs who need saving. There are far more dogs waiting to be adopted than people who are willing to adopt them, so if the dog in the picture who you’ve imagined bringing home isn’t available, there are thousands more amazing, loving dogs just hoping for the chance to be your dog. We ask that you keep an open mind, stay flexible, and we will do our best to work with you to find a great match for your family.
We strongly encourage anyone thinking about adopting a dog to do your research and make sure you are prepared for the commitment. If you have thought about what’s required and are ready to adopt, here’s what you can expect when you apply to adopt a dog from Worthy Dog Rescue.
Worthy Dog Rescue cannot guarantee that the dog you apply for will be available once you have been approved. We do our best to work with adopters and meet your needs, but we do not adopt dogs on a first-come, first-serve basis. All applications are screened to determine the most suitable match for the dog and the adopter. We want to place dogs in good homes as quickly as possible, so the dog can start their new life with their family, and we can free up their foster home to save another dog in need.
We understand how easy it is to become attached to a dog you’ve found online, but sometimes the dog you apply for may already be scheduled to meet another adopter, or it may not be the best fit for your home for a variety of behavioral reasons. Our dogs are fostered by one of our volunteers, living in their home as part of their family. This allows us to get to know the dog, what they need, their level of socialization, and the type of home that will best suit them.
Our goal is to place dogs in loving, responsible, and committed permanent homes. We take great care in finding good matches for our dogs and adopters too. We look forward to working with you to find the dog that will be with you and your family for many years to come.
Thank you for considering adoption and choosing to save a dog’s life!
Adding a dog to your family is a rewarding and life-changing experience. Dogs enrich our lives and have the amazing ability to give and receive love unconditionally. They can be your loyal companion and friend, and a watchful playmate for your kids, but they are also a serious, long-term commitment. They will depend on you for their health and well-being, and require an investment of love, time, and money for the rest of their life.
As you search for your new dog, please remember that there is no shortage of dogs who need saving. There are far more dogs waiting to be adopted than people who are willing to adopt them, so if the dog in the picture who you’ve imagined bringing home isn’t available, there are thousands more amazing, loving dogs just hoping for the chance to be your dog. We ask that you keep an open mind, stay flexible, and we will do our best to work with you to find a great match for your family.
We strongly encourage anyone thinking about adopting a dog to do your research and make sure you are prepared for the commitment. If you have thought about what’s required and are ready to adopt, here’s what you can expect when you apply to adopt a dog from Worthy Dog Rescue.
Worthy Dog Rescue cannot guarantee that the dog you apply for will be available once you have been approved. We do our best to work with adopters and meet your needs, but we do not adopt dogs on a first-come, first-serve basis. All applications are screened to determine the most suitable match for the dog and the adopter. We want to place dogs in good homes as quickly as possible, so the dog can start their new life with their family, and we can free up their foster home to save another dog in need.
We understand how easy it is to become attached to a dog you’ve found online, but sometimes the dog you apply for may already be scheduled to meet another adopter, or it may not be the best fit for your home for a variety of behavioral reasons. Our dogs are fostered by one of our volunteers, living in their home as part of their family. This allows us to get to know the dog, what they need, their level of socialization, and the type of home that will best suit them.
Our goal is to place dogs in loving, responsible, and committed permanent homes. We take great care in finding good matches for our dogs and adopters too. We look forward to working with you to find the dog that will be with you and your family for many years to come.
