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Biggie

Dachshund Pug

Male, Senior
Denver, CO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
He’s a 13-year-old Dachshund-Pug mix who will cheerfully remind you that snacks are a love language. This sweet, curious guy will supervise your kitchen, check the floor for crumbs, and then claim the couch for a long cuddle. He's a little loud with new people at first, but give him a few minutes, and he's your best friend. His ideal home is a calm, adult household with no small kids or other pets, where someone is around most of the day. Walks, naps, and a good snack are all he asks
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Midnight Oreo AC

Dachshund Corgi

Male, Puppy
Boulder, CO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Midnight Oreo A Distemper Survivor with a Heart Full of Hope and Love ❤️ Breed:  Terrier Mix Gender: Male | DOB: Feb 08, 2026 | Weight/Expected Size: 17 lbs  Good With: Dogs ✔️ | Cats: Unknown | Kids ✔️ Medical: ✔️ Neuter ✔️ Three Puppy Vaccinations Completed | ✔️ Microchipped | ⭐ Distemper Survivor Location: Los Angeles, California Transportation: Ozzie and Friends Rescue provides safe transportation to approved adopters throughout the United States. ❤️ Personality, Breed Information & Midnight Oreo's Story Midnight Oreo has already overcome more in his short life than most dogs ever will. As a young puppy, he was abandoned and left to survive on his own. Without a family to protect him, he faced hunger, uncertainty, and the dangers of life on the streets. Thankfully, kind rescuers found him and gave him the care he desperately needed. Shortly after entering rescue, Midnight Oreo was diagnosed with canine distemper, a devastating disease that many puppies don't survive. Thanks to dedicated veterinary care, proper treatment, and his incredible fighting spirit, Midnight Oreo beat the odds. Today, he is a proud distemper survivor who is healthy, happy, and ready to find the loving family he has always deserved. You would never guess everything this little guy has been through. Midnight Oreo is playful, affectionate, and full of puppy enthusiasm. He loves toys, enjoys exploring new places, and is always excited to spend time with people. After a day of playing, he's happiest curled up beside you, soaking up all the love and attention he can get. Midnight Oreo is expected to grow into an intelligent, loyal, and active companion. He is  friendly, eager-to-please personalities, while Terriers add confidence, curiosity, and a playful spirit. Together, these breeds create a wonderful family companion who enjoys both adventures and quiet time with the people he loves. Midnight Oreo would thrive in a home that offers: Plenty of love and companionship Daily walks and age-appropriate exercise Positive reinforcement training Interactive toys and mental enrichment Continued socialization with people and other dogs A consistent daily routine A safe indoor home where he's treated as a beloved member of the family A lifetime of love, patience, and commitment Midnight Oreo has already proven how strong and resilient he is. Now he's ready for the easy part—a family to love and a home where he'll never have to fight for another chance again. Training, Adjustment & What to Expect Midnight Oreo is still a young puppy and is learning about the world every day. His new family should expect normal puppy behaviors, including chewing, teething, house-training, and lots of curiosity. Please remember the 3-3-3 Rule: 3 Days to decompress and begin feeling safe 3 Weeks to learn your household routine 3 Months to fully settle into family life Midnight Oreo is eager to learn and will thrive with patient, positive reinforcement training. His new family should continue providing: Positive reinforcement training House-training and consistent routines Daily exercise appropriate for his age Continued socialization Mental enrichment through toys and games Plenty of love, patience, and encouragement With guidance and consistency, Midnight Oreo will grow into a confident, well-mannered companion who will reward his family with endless loyalty and affection. Owner Responsibilities & Veterinary Care Bringing home a puppy is a lifelong commitment that includes proper veterinary care, training, exercise, and companionship. As part of responsible pet ownership, Midnight Oreo will need: Routine veterinary wellness examinations Completion of any remaining vaccinations as recommended by your veterinarian Neutering when age-appropriate Monthly flea, tick, heartworm, and parasite prevention A balanced, high-quality diet to support healthy growth Daily exercise and mental enrichment Continued obedience training and socialization A safe, loving indoor home where he is treated as a cherished member of the family As a distemper survivor, we recommend discussing his medical history with your veterinarian during his first wellness visit. Most survivors go on to live happy, fulfilling lives, and routine veterinary care will help ensure Midnight Oreo continues to thrive. Adoption Information If you are interested in adopting Midnight Oreo, please complete an adoption application by visiting: https://www.ozzieandfriendsrescue.org/adoptions Thank you for considering adoption through Ozzie and Friends Rescue, a Los Angeles-based nonprofit dedicated to giving dogs a second chance at a loving home. Every application is carefully reviewed to help ensure the best possible match between each dog and their future family. Although we are based in Los Angeles, California, we proudly coordinate safe and reliable transportation for approved adopters throughout the United States, helping deserving dogs like Midnight Oreo find loving homes no matter where they live. Midnight Oreo's story is one of resilience, hope, and second chances. He survived abandonment. He survived distemper. Now he's ready for the happiest chapter of all—a forever family that will love him unconditionally for the rest of his life. ❤️October 16, 2026, 9:57 am
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Pilot

Dachshund

Male, 9 mos
Lafayette, CO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Don’t let his tiny size fool you — this little dachshund mix puppy is full of love. Around 9 months old, he’s deaf, but that doesn’t slow him down one bit. He unfortunately found himself in an overrun shelter in Texas. We couldn't say no to his cute face. He’s a total sweetheart who loves people, cuddles, and following his humans around with his adorable puppy confidence. He may experience the world a little differently, but he’s just as playful, smart, and loving as any other puppy — and honestly, maybe even more special. He’s looking for a patient, kind home ready to help him grow into the amazing dog he’s meant to be. June 2026 update from the foster family:  Pilot is a smart, playful, cuddly, and friendly puppy. He’s got striking ice blue eyes, a red/tan dapple coat, and he is deaf due to a double merle(dapple)gene mutation. He’s a Dachshund mix and he’s almost 6 months old. He’s very smart and he pays close attention to see what the humans and other animals are doing so he can be a part of the group. He learns signs quickly and he is getting started with wearing an e-collar to help him know when he needs to pause and see what the human wants. He loves to play, chew on toys and sticks, fetch (for a short time), dig, go on walks, and snuggle. He’s looking for a forever home where he can learn to understand and communicate without sound. He’s going to need to have regular veterinary check ups to monitor his vision and other potential issues that can arise from his double merle genetic condition. His skin on his face and his eyes will need to be carefully protected from the sun so he can better avoid sunburns, skin cancer, and cataracts because he is way more susceptible to those than other dogs who don’t have the double merle genes. Like all dachshunds, but also due to his higher risk as a double merle, he will need to be kept from jumping off of things or using a lot of stairs to protect his long spine and short legs. More than the average dog, he will need at least annual vet visits to monitor his health and keep him safe. He’s currently a healthy and strong boy. He likes pretty much all dogs and people, and he's been good with confident cats. He is very interested in our guinea pigs, so I don't leave him alone near them. Luckily, he comes away from them when I signal to him and he readliy accepts diversions. He sleeps on our bed through the night. He likes his crate and he will readily enter it and he settles down quickly if we need him to stay there.  If you want a sweet and smart little companion who you can use hand signals with, please apply to adopt Pilot from Mother Gaia Animal Rescue by filling out the adoption application ##2744552##
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Mando

Dachshund Australian Cattle Dog

Male
Denver, CO
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Mando is an approximately 1 year-old, 24-lb Dachshund/basset/heeler mix with maybe some Beagle too. He was found as a stray in New Mexico where no one came looking for him. He's sweet with humans and dogs, but he is also mouthy and still learning his manners. Because of his mouthiness, we recommend a home with no kids under age 12. We also think he would do best as an only dog or with an older doggy sibling who can set a good example for him. He has not been tested with cats, but we don't think he'd be a good fit with them. Mando has been showing great progress with his house training but he still has accidents when his humans don't notice his subtle cues that he needs to go or when he gets too excited to hold it. He has not been intentionally marking in his foster home. He is still figuring out leash-walking and sometimes stops walking altogether until he can be coaxed to continue. Since he doesn't yet potty on leashed walks, he requires a secure, fenced yard in his new home. Mando should also have someone home most of the time as he is still learning to distinguish shoes and furniture from his chew toys. When his people are home, he only chews on his dog toys and is responsive to appropriate redirection. He sleeps through the night either on his doggy bed or on the couch. If you are interested in meeting Mando the first step is to complete our meet and greet application at https://www.corgisandfriends.com/forms We require the application, home and reference check and meet with everyone in the home. Mando is neutered, up to date on vaccines, chipped, and heartworm negative. His adoption fee is $400 and we do not adopt outside of Colorado.October 12, 2026, 2:30 pm
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Johnny

Dachshund Boston Terrier

Male, Adult
Boulder, CO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Little Johnny is a 10lb unique, adorable mutt.  We are guessing he is Dachshund/Chihuahua/Cattle Dog/Boston Terrier/Pug mix?  He has an adorably long body with short little legs and a squished little face.  We hope his forever family does a breed test on him because he is so cool! Johnny was dumped in a parking lot in Texas.  He was so confused and terrified the first week, that the person who found him said he wouldn't eat and was completely shut down.  We can't imagine what was going through his little mind.  He made his way to CO to prevent him from ending up in a shelter.  He has settled in here and is doing very well in his foster home.  Johnny's foster has fostered almost 100 dogs for us, and said he is the sweetest, most loving, and affectionate dog she has ever had.  Just like when he was dumped, he was terrified at first, but attached to his foster Momma pretty quickly.  He is definately a dog who bonds quickly and needs someone who can reciprocate the immense amount of unconditional love he has to give.  He gets along great with other dogs but doesn't seem interested in playing with them, yet(?).  He gets along amazingly well with cats and loves cats.  He would do great in a home with another cat as his best friend.  He also loves to play with cats.  Johnny gets along well with kiddos but since he is a nervous little guy we think older kiddos would make him most comfortable.  Johnny is just truly an amazing, affectionate, loving little guy, just looking for stability and security. If you are interested in adopting Johnny, please fill out our adoption application at brighterdaysdogrescue.com ##2822521##
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Sam

Dachshund Tibetan Spaniel

Male, Adult
Englewood, CO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Barks at other dogs when walking him, gets aggressive. Likes to snap at them unless he knows them, otherwise very friendly. Good with young kids, does not bite. He is the best ball player, wants to play ball all the time. Sam will bring ball back to you and drop it in front of you or in your lap. He does like to mark his pee at times. Sam is very attentive and will sit and beg for a snack. He eats once in morning and once in evening. He goes to his kennel on command and sleeps in it at night with door closed. At park off leash if you are throwing ball he will not run away, stays with you. He is very sweet.

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Mischief

Basset Hound Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 6 mos
Thornton, CO
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Shots are up-to-date,
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Macey

Basset Hound Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 6 mos
Thornton, CO
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
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17.1 miles

Ozzie and Friends Rescue CO

Boulder, CO 80301

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

18.6 miles

Mother Gaia Animal Rescue

PO Box 711, Lafayette, CO 80501

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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18.8 miles

CO Corgis and Friends

Denver, CO 80224

Pet Types: dogs

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19.5 miles

Brighter Days Dog Rescue

Boulder, CO 80305

Pet Types: dogs

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37.3 miles

Havok's Wolfpack - Colorado

Denver, CO 80433

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

40.3 miles

Wild West Pet Rescue & Transport

Fort Collins, CO 80525

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

45 miles

Hope For Animals-Clear Creek Rescue

POB 63, Georgetown, CO 80444

Pet Types: dogs

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