After the sudden and heartbreaking loss of our beloved Tiggy in early January, our home felt incredibly quiet. Tiggy was a much-loved Dachshund Rescue Australia (DRA) dog, and losing him so unexpectedly left a huge hole in our hearts.

We weren’t planning on welcoming another dog until after our six-week trip, but then we saw Rosie. As soon as we read her profile, we just knew. Sometimes the right dog finds you when you need them most.

We were incredibly lucky that my aunt was already coming to house and pet sit, which meant Rosie wouldn’t need to be moved around again. So we made the 6½-hour drive to Goulburn to bring her home in person – a drive that was more than worth it.

From day one, Rosie has fit seamlessly into our home. She bonded instantly with Chester, our 11-year-old cat, and quickly made herself part of the family. She is resilient, bubbly and endlessly patient, with the biggest heart. All she wants is to love and be loved.

Her days are spent rotating between her many comfy beds, curling up on a lap, or sunbaking happily in the yard. She loves wearing the outfits I make for her and is always keen to come along on adventures with us. It’s now impossible to imagine life without her.

Dachshund Rescue Australia have been absolutely amazing throughout the entire process, and we’re so grateful for the care, support and dedication they show to every dog they help. Rosie has brought joy, comfort and laughter back into our home, and we feel incredibly lucky to call her ours.