Dachshund puppies and dogs in San Francisco, California

Meet Al Dente and Casserole, a delicious dish just waiting to be eaten right up (figuratively, please) by you. Al Dente is an introvert who needs time to settle in and prefers to live with older children/adults. His eyebrows come with its own zip code and his Yorkshire scruff has the perfect amount of texture. Casserole is an extroverted lovebug who loves to spend quality time with her humans, taking short walks or just relaxing in a nice quiet spot. They are both such rock stars! If you find paparazzi lurking in your bushes waiting to catch a glimpse of them, just give them the shot they want; you don't want to make enemies with those guys. Here's some notes from their foster: 21 June 2024: Observations at 10 days in foster home: Casserole and Al Dente are just the silliest pair of dogs I have ever fostered! Both have revealed happy, well-behaved dogs with just enough foolishness to induce hours of laughter. They will thrive in a home where big personalities are appreciated, and love and attention are aplenty. They are a fan favorite of everyone at Muttvillle and who comes across their path! Over the past 10 days, they have settled into my home routine quite well. Al Dente appears reserved at first, but quickly, his facade is exposed-he is so loving and silly himself! FYI. I am calling them by their former names Buddy (Al Dente) and Twiggy (Casserole) as they seemed to find peace in the familiar. (I have never done this with a foster, but I tried it and noticed a big change in their listening and comfort.) Both are great eaters. Meal times are monitored as Casserole finishes hers and goes to Al Dente's bowl, and Al Dente just steps aside. This might be why Miss Casserole is on a weight loss journey. She's doing great; her weight loss has been slow and steady, just how we want it! These two are the best of friends. Al Dente is actually the one who induces play time, throwing his cute little body into Casserole, who usually rubs her body, belly up, on a rug, bed, or blanket! He tends to mimic her. They love their "walkies"! When I reach for their walking gear, they lose their minds! Excitement ensues. We don't go super far (about 2 city blocks, maybe 1/2 mile for now) but they truly enjoy trotting the streets. So what's the deal? These two are PERFECT and nothing they do is a bother. However, I've observed one opportunity for training. Casserole is the leader of the mild separation anxiety train. She wants to go! My guess is their former guardian never left the two alone so they are still getting used to the idea. After some howls and barks, both dogs settle. I believe they will get the hang of it as the duration of barks gets shorter each time I leave, and they are low enough that my neighbors note they have never heard them. Casserole Mrs. Personality. She wants your attention! She wants to be adored! But she'll settle when you say no and take her nonsense elsewhere. She's fearless and curious, and did I mention silly? She is a friend to all. To give you an idea, I finally let the pair on the bed for some snuggles in the morning. When it was time to get up, I placed Al Dente on the floor and reached for Casserole, who, without any hesitation, leaped straight into the air, Wylie Coyote style. No thought. No fear! I grabbed her before she got too far. She's up for any and every adventure. You would think her shortie legs and robust waistline would slow her down, but she's trying her hardest with trots around the block. Casserole has nothing but joy in her body! Al Dente You would think Mr. Al Dente would be pale compared to Casserole, but nope, he brings the ying to her yang. He's quiet and joyful, sharp and sweet. He is also a friend to everyone but sometimes greets other dogs with a few barks and jumps of excitement. He often uses low-rider Casserole as a podium - standing on her back when he is excited. He likes to snuggle or sit nearby and is never demanding of anything. His unique looks (yes, this fella has a lion's mane) are an instant hit. Out of 50+ foster dogs, he has been, by far, the easiest dog I have ever bathed. Just laid in the sink and patiently waited. 13 June 2024: Observations at 24 hours in foster home: The best way to describe this duo: Casserole is the extravagant, "you only live once," wealthy woman living life by the seat of her pants, while Al Dente is the shy, practical accountant in oversized glasses carefully following the whirlwind - "We need to curb your spending ma'am." The three adjectives I'd use to describe Casserole are spunky, on-the-go, and "Pet me! Love me! Choose me!". For Al Dente, I'd say calm, quiet, and observant. They balance each other out perfectly. Both appear to be potty trained. Both are great eaters with no guarding behaviors. Both walk on a leash fairly well. They are friends to everyone, humans and dogs alike, while Casserole is in your face, and Al Dente is her shy backup. They do great in the car. Both haven't barked at the door or anything yet. Despite Casserole's robust back end and short legs, she gets around really well. I think this will improve as she loses those extra ounces. She can get up and down stairs (and don't try to help her; she's got this.) Al Dente is a little stiff after waking up but generally fairly agile. They both can do a slow, around-the-block walk. Despite needing to be together, they will sleep in different beds next to each other. Casserole doesn't like it when Al Dente isn't in the room with her, but Al Dente doesn't mind a break from Mrs. Personality. Overall, I think this pair's ideal environment consists of any person, couple, or family who would love to have a pair of senior mutts that will make them laugh daily. They don't seem bothered by city life but wouldn't mind in a quiet place to call home. Whoever takes this couple home has found the perfect pair of sweet and sassy, chill and chaos (Casserole isn't chaos but makes for a nice play on words).

For your convenience, Treasure, a priceless gem of a doxie mix, is neither pretentious nor showy. Though rare in her beauty and temperament, she need not be kept in a safe deposit box or underwear drawer. Instead, this tiny elder in calico fur - sweet, soft and unassuming - is a humble pup whose powerful benevolence can be felt from across a crowded room. And she is happy to share it - with dogs and humans who handle her with care. Throw in a dog bed and TLC and she'll go home with you. You'll gain a true friend and a kinder disposition in the bargain. Here's some notes from her: Treasure is a gentle girl who enjoys living a mellow, quiet life. Cuddles, naps and lying in the sun are some of her favorite things. She is interested in other dogs but gives them their space as well, she loves eating but will patiently wait for her bowl of food-Treasure is just so well mannered and lovely to be around. She will make the most loving addition to any family!

Cielo (whose name means "sky") is a sweet and very lovable fellow. He sort of looks like a Dachshund mixed with a Beagle with some other breeds sprinkled in there. We call his breed 100% Cuteness! Cielo came to us from the Central Valley and is a timid sort when he's first getting used to new people and new situations, but he loves affection and will slowly but surely crawl right into your lap and not want to leave. He'll request some gentle pets and then reward you with tiny kisses! Our volunteers are working with Cielo to introduce him to the noisy world and he's learning to walk politely on leash. He is making great progress every day! Cielo would love to find a quiet home where he can soak up all the cuddles and snuggles. If you're looking for a loving lapdog, he's your guy!

Thank you for your inquiry. Bambi has an adopter but we have to wait for them to go pick her up after the stay-at-home is lifted. Once she is picked up we will remove her profile. Please do not write to us for an application. Sorry for any inconvenience. Bambi is extremely shy. She is approximately 1 year old and weighs just 7 lbs. Once she warms up she is very affectionate. Bambi wouldn't do well in a busy home with loud fast children because she would be scared of them. She gets along well with cats, though, and doesn't chase them. She is good with other dogs of all sizes and plays with them when she isn’t coming to you for love. She loves to cuddle up on your lap or in your bed at night! She is simply a loving little doll. Bambi is very calm and well-behaved. She is good on a leash as well. Bambi needs a quiet home without a lot of noise or strange people coming over all the time for her to feel safe and comfortable. She is very sweet and not aggressive at all, even when scared. She would do best in a home with another dog or where she has contact with her owner throughout the day. because they are home She wouldn’t do well left alone for a full workday without a canine companion. Bambi is a loyal companion once she gets to know you and will show you love and affection. She would do best with somewhere like a patio or a yard so she can go out as she does now to do her business. This little doll is a lovable, cuddly, and trusting little girl when she gets to know you. Given some time and patience, she will warm up to someone willing to give her the loving and secure home that she deserves. Bambi is being fostered in Oakland. Ca. Her adoption fee is $275.00. Arrangements to meet our dogs occur after an application has been received. Please contact us at dogzonerescue@yahoo.com for more information about this great gal or for an application to adopt.

Hi! I’m Tina. As you can see, I’m very cute with big floppy ears and an adorable underbite. I’m shy and quiet but I’m very curious about the world. I never bark and I love to be around my foster mom. I follow her into every room she goes into and I sneak onto the bed every chance I get. I listen when she tells me to get off though! I’m very food motivated and love to stand up my back legs when I know a treat is coming. I’m working on my potty training, but sometimes still have an accident inside. Sorry foster mom! I also am working on walking properly on a leash. I get so excited that I want to pull forward! I don’t play with other dogs but I’m very curious about them and like being around them. Sometimes I will sniff them and lay with them. I sleep in my crate at night and during the day when foster mom is away. I cry sometimes in the crate but never for long. If you are interested in meeting please fill out an application at our website: www.gobeyondrescue.org/adopt Our adoption fee is $450 and includes spay/neuter, microchipping and up to date vaccines. We adopt within 200 miles of San Francisco.

Meet Dusk! The Shy & Spunky 10 pound Dachshund Mix This charming six-month-old pup, Dusk, might have a name that evokes twilight, but his personality is far from dim! Dusk came to us from a crowded shelter where all the hustle and bustle left him feeling a bit overwhelmed. But don't let his initial shyness fool you – there's a brave heart beating under that adorable coat. In his foster home, Dusk is blossoming day by day. While he's still learning the ropes of socialization, his sweetness shines through in every wag of his tail. Dusk is a quiet learner who's currently mastering the art of crate training and housebreaking. With a little patience and love, he'll be a pro in no time! If you're looking for a loving and loyal companion who's ready to conquer his shyness with you by his side, then Dusk might just be your perfect match. He'd thrive in a home with another playful pup and someone who can shower him with affection and understanding. If you are interested in meeting please fill out an application at our website: www.gobeyondrescue.org/adopt Our adoption fee is $450 and includes spay/neuter, microchipping and up to date vaccines. We adopt within 200 miles of San Francisco.

I am in a foster home and not at the shelter. If you are interested in adopting, submit an adoption questionnaire by email. Learn more hereTia is a shorty merle dachshund mix! She is sensitive, incredibly sweet, house trained, and LOVES her walks. She's about 4 years old and weighs 30+ pounds currently (working her way down to ~25 pounds). Follow her in foster with @fosterpupsbayarea on Instagram! Click here to learn how to adopt, and submit your adoption questionnaire. July 26, 2024, 5:31 pm

 Hello, my name is Kobe.  I'm a 2-year-old Chihuahua/Dachshund/Hound mix boy that would love a forever home with you.  My current weight is 26 pounds and I should fully grown.  I am good with children and other dogs. I enjoy playing with my siblings and romping around in the yard with my toys. I  am hoping to get a home soon because I am still a young dog and I have been waiting for my family to find me.  I was rescued off the street with my brother, and have been living with my foster who has other dogs for me to play with, so if you have dogs I will be happy to have new siblings. I am sweet and playful, and you won't regret bringing this face into your life.  You should know that just because I share a name with a famous basketball player, full disclosure - I cannot play basketball.  I mean, I like playing with balls but they are too big to fit in my little mouth.  The video is of me when I was just a baby and a new one of me grown up.If you rent a house you must provide proof with application that you are able to have a dog almost 30 lbs.Applications are available here on the website under ADOPTION.I will come to you neutered and fully vetted. Adoption fee: $475.00  ##1503700##

Friendly and loving Bentley is ready to jump in the car and go on adventures with you. Though he is a tad shy at first, he is quick to warm up and is enjoying getting more walk time. He loves to sniff around, hunt.... and he LOVES to play an easy game of Fetch! This handsome little fellow will make for a loving and engaged companion. He is dog friendly out in the world, but is a better candidate as a solo dog in the home. He prefers center of the universe status, though with some parameters - he can't feel he is in charge, or owns the couch. Because he was not doing well in a kennel environment, he came up to our Sanctuary where he is having a blast! He needs a more predictable environment. He is possessive of couches and likely the bed, so he needs to have strict guidelines, strong leadership and controls in the home environment. Best to sleep in a crate, or his own private spot. But he really can be a most charming little man!

Dolly is a good natured, easy going, charming, happy go lucky gal. Her tail is always wagging and she's ready to go on walks, curl up for movies, or whatever you want to do with your pup, she's up for it all. If you want the looks of a dobie but in a dog short enough to walk under your coffee table, Dolly is the one for you! Her cute and unique appearance is sure to turn heads. Primary Color: Black Secondary Color: Brown Weight: 45.8 Age: 3yrs 10mths 1wks

Little Miss Darcy is a shy but sweet pup who is sure to steal your heart. Despite some bumps along the way in her life, she has blossomed into a charming and affectionate little dog now that she's surrounded by people who care for her. At first, With a few gentle words and a kind touch, she warms up quickly, greeting you with an enthusiastic tail wag and those big brown eyes that will melt your heart. Darcy loves hanging out with other dogs and might even enjoy the company of a kitty or two. This smart little cookie knows how to sit, lie down, and beg on command, and she's eager to learn even more tricks! Darcy is a people-lover through and through, enjoying the company of both women and men. Most of all, she's dreaming of a family all her own. This sweet pup is ready to bring endless love and joy into her forever home.

All of our dogs are spayed/neutered, shots current (DHPP, Bordetella and Rabies where applicable), dewormed, flea and tick treated, and microchipped.  * If you are interested in a dog, please first read the biography on the dog (keep scrolling down for the bio!) and then go to our website, www.dpsrescue.com for an application. Our adoption fees vary. Each biography will specifically list the adoption fee.This dog will be at Palo Alto Pet Food Express on Saturday June 29th from 12-3pm or until adopted. If you would like the first opportunity to adopt, please fill out an application to be considered.   Adoption Fee: $400   Spring is an 8 year old Dachshund-Pit mix who can’t wait to blossom with her forever family! Spring came to our rescue with her litter of 2 week old babies after she was abandoned at the shelter, which is no place for a sweet little family. Now that her babies are all grown up and she has had some Mama relaxation time, she is ready to find a home to live out her golden years in! Spring weighs 27 pounds and is a low-rider! Are you a Pitbull lover but the size of a typical Pitty doesn't fit your life? Well, we have your answer here. This girl is all that but in a compact size!   Below is a note from Spring’s foster.  “Spring is a fabulously cuddly and loving gal who can’t wait to meet her new BFF! When you first meet her, she can take a little bit to warm up but once she does, she is ready for non-stop snuggles. She would love to find a home where she can spend her days loving her people, being the best zoom companion ever! Spring is more of a couch potato kind of dog, but she does love her daily romps around the neighborhood. Spring is fully potty trained both with potty pads and outside. Spring adores the softer things in life, from blankets to toys and dotes on her Lamb Chop. Spring would be a perfect hike companion or a “snuggle and movie” friend.  Spring starts her morning with a potty break and breakfast at around 7 AM. During the day, she hangs out in a playpen with her bed and toys. She spends her time mostly snoozing and soaking up the sunshine. After I finish work for the day, we go on a walk to the park where she sniffs and gets her zoomies out. After her walk, she comes home for dinner and snuggles as I unwind from the day. She ends her day curled up on her soft dog bed as she dreams of adventures ahead!  Spring would do best in a home where she can be the only dog, or with a chill companion. She loves walks and trots alongside me as we wander the neighborhood. Spring gets along with all people, but prefers a slow introduction, so a home with loud kids might not be the best fit for her. Spring is such a lovely girl with beautiful, soulful eyes who deserves the absolute best forever home.” Spring would be best suited for a home with prior dog experience, but she could be a first-time dog. Spring would do best as a solo dog. Kids in the home should be over the age of 10.July 26, 2024, 2:33 pm

Mufasa is located in Pittsburg, PA.

Scotty is a very sweet, loving, calm basset hound. He was abandoned by his owner in Asia as they discovered that he has some deformity in his front legs. His joint buckles as he walks but that doens't slow him down in anyway. He's able to walk, run, and go up/down the stairs just fine! He walks well on leash. Loves to eat and he does well with other dogs and loves people. SF Bay Area adoption only.

Mars was a rescue from a breeder in Asia that was going to dump them when they were only 3 months old. He is very calm, gentle, and sweet guy. Loves to eat, walks well on leash, and does fine with other dogs. He is a bit shy to start but warms up quickly and would love to follow wherever you are. SF Bay Area adoption only.