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Ready to Adopt?

Adoption Application

Before applying to adopt, please read the MWDR adoption guidelines on our Adoption Process page. 

If this will be your first time welcoming a Dachshund to your family, please take a moment to visit our About Dachshunds page to familiarize yourself with the breed and consider whether it is a match for your family.

For the wellbeing of the dogs we rescue, ALL adopters must meet the following:

NOTE: You must meet all three eligibility requirements in order to proceed with the application.


To preserve our commitment to providing the highest level of care for displaced Dachshunds, we are unable to make exceptions to these classifications.

Contact Information

Multi-line address

Household and Family Dynamics

Type of Residence
House
Condo
Apartment
Mobile Home
Other
Do you own or rent your home?
Own
Rent
Other
Do you have a yard?
Yes
No
Are there stairs in your residence?
Yes
No
Do you often have other people visiting your home?
Yes
No
Grandchildren?
Yes
No
Other children?
Yes
No
Have your children (if applicable) been exposed to Dachshunds?
Yes
No
Not applicable
Are you aware that Dachshunds are not the best choice for families with very young children?
Yes
No
Is everyone in the residence and family agreeable to adopting a Dachshund?
Yes
No
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Can I stay over for a while?

Not quite ready to adopt? 

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