Adopting Taffy (formally Alice - our red dapple, wired hair Miniature Dachshund), from Dachshund Rescue Australia has been one of the most rewarding experiences for our family. From the moment we welcomed her into our home, she has brought so much joy, energy, laughs and love to our lives. Her cheeky nature and affectionate personality quickly made her an integral part of our home and family (and a contentious snuggle buddy between our 3 boys at bed time)!

Settling Taffy into our family wasn’t without its challenges - we had forgotten what it was like to have a puppy again (she seems to love chewing on my hats), and like any puppy, she needed time to adjust to her new surroundings. We had to establish routines to help her feel secure, buy treats to assist her with training, support and ensure a loving bond between our new pooch and our existing 3yo short haired Mindarie Dachshund (Snickers) and buy lots of coffee for the early morning puppy toilet breaks! Training her has been both an adventure and a bonding experience for our whole family, and although she is still learning, we’ve all grown together as a family and can't imagine our lives without her.

Despite the typical hurdles of raising a puppy, the adoption process with Dachshund Rescue Australia has been incredibly supportive. Their dedication to matching dogs with the right families ensured that Taffy was the perfect fit for us (and us for her). Andi in particular has provided us with resources and guidance to help us understand her needs and make her transition into our home as smooth as possible.

Taffy has not only brought happiness to our lives but has also reminded us of the importance of compassion and responsibility. Adopting her has reaffirmed the significance of giving rescue dogs a second chance of life, love and affection due to a myraid of reasons beyond their control.

We are grateful to Dachshund Rescue Australia for the opportunity to welcome Taffy into our family and look forward to many more adventures with her by our side.