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The Dachshund Haven
from DQ Magazine Issue 1B
by hqmagazine
LOVING LITTLE LONG DOGS
The Dachshund Haven is a breed-specific rescue organisation that focuses on the rescue, rehabilitation and rehoming of this wonderful breed. We do not use a shelter environment as these guys don't do particularly well if they are not spread out on a couch or taking over someone's bed, so instead, we use foster homes. Without our fosters, we would not be able to assist as many Dachshunds as we do each year.
Our dogs come from various situations; for example, we receive strays, abandoned dogs, dogs from emigration, divorce or challenging financial situations, and dogs belonging to elderly people who are unable to take their beloved dogs with them to their care facility or retirement complex.
By being specific to the breed, we can offer tailor-made advice to our adopters. For instance, we offer specific weight loss guidance to all adopters and the general public to ensure that their Dachshund remains healthy and not overweight. This is crucial as these long dogs are often genetically predisposed to IVDD or Intervertebral Disc Disease, which is a spinal disorder that follows the herniating, bulging or tearing of an intervertebral disc. Obesity increases the risk of IVDD, and exacerbates the problem if it is already present. IVDD, of course, results in severe pain for the dog and the need for surgery in many cases, which can be incredibly costly. Therefore, we also recommend that all our adopters and anyone considering the adoption of a Dachshund get pet insurance.
The Dachshund Haven team is always ready to engage with the public to guide them and support these 'little long' dogs.
We have an incredibly hardworking and dynamic team (Kimbal, Arnel, Julie, Tatum and Jetty) who are available to assist wherever we can.
We are solely funded by the public, so every cent received is put to good use, allowing us to further our reach and ability to care for as many Dachshunds in need as possible.
We can be contacted on: Adoptions@thedachshundhaven.co.za or via WhatsApp on 083 325 2484 (Kimbal).
