Dachshund Adoption Rescue and Education, Inc. (DARE) views its mission as increasing public awareness against animal cruelty and overpopulation while rescuing and re-homing displaced and unwanted dachshunds and dachshund mix dogs primarily throughout the North Central region of the state of Florida, in the Continental Unites States
We do this by:
1. Rescuing and socializing abandoned, neglected, abused, orphaned and/or surrendered dachshunds and dachshund mixes by providing temporary safe shelter and medical/dental treatments as needed.
2. Procuring temporary foster homes and permanent new homes for rescued dachshunds that will provide a safe and nurturing home environment.
3. Ensuring no dachshund shall be adopted for the purposes of breeding or scientific/medical experimentation.
4. Providing education to the public on the dachshund breed, puppy mills, and responsible pet guardianship including, but not limited to, humane animal care and spay/neuter practices.
5. Displaying courtesy, respect and fellowship toward all volunteers in appreciation of services and support rendered to dachshund rescue and to promoting enhanced teamwork among all rescuers.
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Fundraising Goal
Raised
$5
Goal
$25
Pet Owner's First Name
Darinae
Pet's Age
5
City and State
Galveston, Texas
Pet's Story
My day started with a trip to the funeral home to pick up my grandma's ashes. As I was leaving the funeral home parking lot, I noticed a lady with puppies out at the edge of a Walmart parking lot. She had a sign that said Miniature Dachshunds For Sale! I was emotional and teary eyed and I knew if I pulled in, I would have a hard time not bringing one home. I already had a 3 year old female and 5 year old female, both miniature dapple doxies.
I passed up the parking lot, but something made me turn right back around and go back.
I saw a tiny double dapple with a crooked tail and picked her up. I immediately connected with her.
Little did I know she was my angel in disguise. After having her a couple years, I was diagnosed with Lupus, RA and Fibromyalgia. Every time I have a flare up, she won't leave my side and comforts me until I feel better. My flare ups can last for days at a time. She will come lay next to me and only leaves my side to use the bathroom and eat. She is now 5 years old, but she is still my sweet, tiny, fun loving, spunky little angel.
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