All American Dachshund Rescue

Sammy
AADR is a non-profit 501(c)(3) volunteer based organization.
We work tirelessly to save homeless Dachshunds and
place them into loving, forever families.

Adoption Policy Updates
- AADR is now accepting applications from Canada.
Canadian residents must come to the US borders to receive approved pet.
- We help with transports within the US states we serve
(states east of the Mississippi River)
AADR does not adopt out to the west coast.

He is shy but with love and patience we know he will be the most loving little boy you have ever had.

Samson is a retired breeder dog out of NC. He is shy and still learning what it is like to be a pet. This is where you come in! Patience is the key to Samson’s heart. We can tell he wants hugs and kisses but he is just not sure. Remember breeder dogs are not shown attention like other puppies that go into peoples' homes so he must warm to the idea of being a pet and he still has a ways to go. Can you help him?

After having him in his foster home for a bit, we realize that he really does not need a fenced yard because he really does not care to be outside, especially in the cold and rain. So, you would have to be committed to walking him on a leash. If you just let him out without a leash he would run off and we don’t want that phone call, ever!

Samson is not a barker so he can be in an apartment or condo, ground floor. He says he would also prefer a warmer climate than here in Tennessee!

Our must haves for Samson are:

Ground floor apartment or condo
Someone who is home more than not
Another adult small dog for him to hang with
Someone who is patient and reassuring, and has breeder dog experience

If you meet these requirements then make Samson’s wishes come true: People who love him no matter what and a place to call home before Spring. Apply online today. Samson says he’s waiting for YOU.

See additional photos and get more information about Samson by visiting his pet page, here!

She is doing very well: 6 year old little happy girl with the wobble walk, looking for IVDD experienced home!

BIO UPDATE (01/03/2026): Every morning, Luna wakes up in her soft crate , so happy and flips over for belly rubs. Once out in the grass, she does a happy dance when I call her “Pretty girl” and wants more belly rubs. See the video of her morning outside rubs on her pet page. Luna has lost some weight due to running around and having fun! She is working to regain her weight.

BIO UPDATE (11/4/2025): Luna started playing some with her 2-year-old foster brother! She also cuddles with her foster sisters. She goes up and down ramps like a pro now. Luna does great with spine walking. She's a smart cookie. This girl so deserves a forever home, please consider her!

BIO UPDATE (9/13/2025): Luna is doing very, very well. She is almost finished with her physical therapy and will soon be going to her permanent foster home, where she will remain until she finds her forever home. Luna is a happy little girl! She will always “wobble walk” (check out her video), but she is doing very, very well.

ORIGINAL BIO: 6 years old, 11 lbs, English cream smooth coat, Luna came from a breeder in North Carolina when she went down in the back. We took her immediately to our specialty vet clinic, and they determined that she was not a candidate for surgery. So, we had to put her through physical therapy to teach her to spine walk. Spinal walking (SW) occurs when a paralyzed dog with no pain sensation or feeling in their legs learns to walk and stand through reflex. Luna is doing very well and is also getting laser therapy and Acupuncture. She will never walk normally, but she has learned to walk instead of dragging her back legs. She is a very determined little lady, and she deserves a home where they appreciate her willingness to keep working to strengthen her legs.

Our must-haves for precious Luna include:

A fenced yard to get out and continue to strengthen her back legs. She is FAST.
Someone who is home more often than not
Someone with IVDD experience
Another small young dog for her to hang with
No apartments, high-rises, or condos

Our adoption fee is "a donation from the heart" for this precious girl. Before applying for her, you can email her foster mom at aadrpresident@gmail.com, and she’ll be happy to answer any questions you have!

See additional photos including 3 videos, read updates and get more facts about Luna, here!

We have Dachshunds in our system not yet listed on this site:

Some of our rescued dogs just aren't ready for adoption yet, usually due to
the need of medical attention. If we don't currently have "your" special dog,
please watch our website for new dogs added weekly.
If you don't see any Dachshunds in your exact location, don't let that discourage you!
We have members and supporters all over the country which allows us to
have a wonderful volunteer transportation network. We will make our best effort
to work with you on getting that special Dachshund as close to you as possible!
Please understand we can not adopt to the West Coast as that is just too far
to transport our dogs. Look for Dachshund rescues on the West Coast.

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