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Witches, ghosts, and wieners… OH MY! 👻🌭🎃 We’re getting into the Halloween spirit with a look back at our HOWL-o-Weenie 2026 costume contest! Dreamrescue.org #DREAMRescueGA #HOWLwithDREAM #DachshundLove #DachshundRescue #AtlantaDachshunds

Our sweet Zara is still waiting for her forever family, and we can’t figure out how this little nugget hasn’t been scooped up yet! Zara is an IVDD warrior who has worked incredibly hard to get back on her feet. These days, she’s walking with her signature little wobble, and when those tiny legs get tired, she’s perfectly happy to cruise around on wheels. But Zara’s real specialty? Being your shadow. If you’re sitting, she wants your lap. If you’re standing, she’d prefer you pick her up. Personal space is simply not part of her vocabulary. ❤️ Zara does need a family willing to follow a consistent potty routine and help with a quick bladder check, but her care is very manageable. In return, you get one incredibly loving, playful little girl who doesn’t let anything slow her down. 🐾 Please SHARE her story! Her perfect family might be just one share away. 🏡 Learn more and apply at dreamrescue.org #DREAMRescueGA #IVDDLife #DachshundLove #IVDDRecovery #AtlantaDogRescue

❤️ Welcome to DREAM, Wilbert. ❤️ Alright, DREAM family. We have a new little guy who could really use some love and support. So many of you reached out to us about this sweet boy who was at risk at a local animal control. This morning, one of our amazing volunteers went straight there to get him, and thanks to her, Wilbert is now safe with DREAM. We wish we could say that was the hardest part, but this little guy has quite a battle ahead of him. As you can see, Wilbert is severely underweight, and his skin is in terrible condition from flea allergies. What you can’t see is that he’s also heartworm positive, has advanced dental disease, and has two masses on his belly. His teeth are in such poor condition that he will likely need most, if not all, of them removed. We’re also concerned about the condition of his jaw. Unfortunately, Wilbert isn’t stable enough for surgery just yet. For now, our priorities are getting some good food into that tiny body, beginning his heartworm treatment, and helping him get strong enough for the medical care he needs. He’ll be reevaluated in a few weeks to determine whether he’s ready for dental surgery. And here’s what we already know about Wilbert: His name means “bright will,” and we have a feeling he’s going to live up to it. Judging by his freedom ride this morning, he’s pretty happy to be out of animal control. Now it’s our turn to show him just how good life can be. We’ve started a fundraiser to help cover Wilbert’s medical care. Between his heartworm treatment, dental needs, and the additional care ahead, we know his expenses will be significant. Welcome to DREAM, Wilbert. You’re safe now, little buddy. We’ve got you. ❤️🐾 Dreamrescue.org #DREAMRescueGA #DREAMAlumniClub #DachshundLove #GeorgiaDachshunds #DachshundRescue

Meet Patti! At just 10½ pounds, Patti has a whole lot of personality packed into that little body! This 3½-year-old IVDD warrior has been working hard in physical therapy and continues to make great progress with her mobility. When she’s not busy being a PT rockstar, Patti enjoys following her foster mom everywhere, playing fetch, giving cuddles, and performing quality control inspections on her squeaky toys. Stuffing and squeakers beware! 😂 She’s house-trained, gets along with other small dogs, and has pretty much mastered the art of being adorable. Patti’s perfect match? Someone who will continue her PT, happily throw a ball 500 times, supervise her toy destruction, and provide unlimited snuggles. ❤️ We know her forever family is out there. Help us find them! 📲 SHARE Patti and help this little girl find her happily ever after! 🐾 Learn more and apply at dreamrescue.org #DREAMRescueGA #GeorgiaDachshunds #RescueDogsGA #AdoptableDogs #DachshundLove

If there’s one thing we know about dachshunds, it’s that they don’t give up easily. Our little IVDD warrior Trixie is showing off that famous dachshund tenacity at PT, and we’re loving every bit of her progress! ❤️ And that face at the end? Pretty sure she’d like to speak to management about the lack of treats involved. 😂 Trixie is available for adoption! Learn more at dreamrescue.org 🐾 #DREAMRescueGA #IVDDWarrior #IVDDRecovery #DachshundLove #DachshundRescue

Looking for a ride-or-die companion? Meet Cleese! This little guy has gone from scared and overwhelmed to a certified clinger and cuddle king! He’s even dipped his paws in the ocean and discovered a love for RV adventures with his foster mom. 🐾 Cleese is still building his confidence and would love a forever home with a canine buddy to show him the ropes. He’s working on house training, loves his snuggles, and has made one thing VERY clear…crates are not his thing. Got a dog looking for a bestie and room for one more cuddle buddy? Cleese might be your guy! ❤️ Learn more and apply at dreamrescue.org #DREAMRescueGA #DachshundRescue #AtlantaRescueDogs #AdoptMe #DachshundLove

Patti is still waiting for her forever family! She 3½ years old and is an IVDD warrior who has been working hard on her recovery (and doing great). Patti is sweet, loving, house-trained, has excellent recall, and gets along beautifully with other small dogs. Basically, she’s got the whole package. ❤️ Her ideal family will continue her physical therapy and, most importantly, appreciate a girl who takes her games of fetch VERY seriously! 🎾 📲 Learn more about Patti and apply at dreamrescue.org. #DREAMRescueGA #AdoptableDachshunds #GeorgiaDachshunds #IVDDRecovery #DachshundLove

The HOWL-o-Weenie Howling Contest never disappoints! We had some serious talent this year, but you know we had to save the reigning champ, Bodhi, for last! 🏆🐾 @ddandthedude Dreamrescue.org #HOWLwithDREAM #DREAMRescueGA #DachshundLove #DachshundRescue #AtlantaDogs

If you were at HOWL last weekend, you may have spotted Zara greeting everyone at our Wheelie Warrior tent or showing off her courage as the Cowardly Lion in the costume contest. 🦁 Our sweet little IVDD warrior is still searching for her forever home, and we just know the right family is out there looking for her too. Zara is a professional lap dog, expert snuggler and part-time wheelie queen. She loves being with her people and is just waiting for someone who will embrace everything that makes her uniquely Zara. ❤️ Maybe you met her at HOWL. Maybe you’re meeting her right now. Either way, help us get Zara in front of her people. 📲 Share her story or learn more at dreamrescue.org #DREAMRescueGA #WheelieWarrior #IVDDLife #DachshundLove #AdoptableGeorgia

How cute are these?! 💌 A big DREAM thank you to Gaby Varela of @keiraandlulu for donating these adorable dachshund note cards to us! Cute, creative AND covered in dachshunds? We’re obsessed. Thank you, Gaby, for this incredibly sweet donation! 🐾 Dreamrescue.org #DREAMRescueGA #DachshundLove #DachshundLife #ShopSmall #CommunityLove

Chrome may be missing a little hair, but he certainly isn’t missing any charm. This sweet senior is an Isabella dachshund with Color Dilution Alopecia, which has caused him to lose much of his coat. Chrome, however, couldn’t care less. He’s gentle, happy, and really just looking for the important things in life: a warm lap, plenty of snuggles, and someone to spend his golden years loving. 🥹❤️ We’re still getting to know this wonderful little guy, so stay tuned for more about Chrome! dreamrescue.org #DREAMRescueGA #DachshundRescue #SeniorDogs #DachshundLove #RescueDogs

Meet Nina and Cleese Nina is the new girl, still settling into her DREAM foster home and showing us what a sweet, gentle soul she is. And Cleese? This once-scared little guy has officially transformed into a certified cuddle king. ❤️ He loves his people, and does great with his foster siblings. Both are looking for a home with a canine buddy to help keep building their confidence. Learn more by visiting our website at dreamrescue.org #DREAMRescueGA #DachshundRescue #AtlantaDogRescue #RescueDogs #DachshundLove

Well, that didn’t take long… Dayzi Mae (L), now Dolly, came to DREAM after being found as a stray and she barely had time to unpack before finding her forever family! 🏡 Happy tails, Dolly! You’re officially a DREAM alum! ❤️ #DREAMRescueGA #DREAMAlumniClub #HappyTails #DachshundRescue #ForeverHome

Meet Trixie! This sweet little IVDD warrior has come a long way since arriving at DREAM unable to walk. After surgery, she’s getting back on her paws and showing us just how determined she can be! But don’t let that sweet face fool you. Trixie has opinions, and she’s not afraid to share them. 😂 Usually something along the lines of “rub my belly” or “where are my treats?” She loves her toys, cuddling with her foster mom, and making sure she’s the center of attention. She gets along with other dogs but would be perfectly happy being someone’s one and only! Trixie is looking for a home with no children under 12, a family willing to support her continued recovery, and someone who doesn’t mind providing a little extra reassurance during thunderstorms. She’s got so much love to give. Now she just needs someone to give it to! 🐾 Help us find Trixie’s people! SHARE her story or learn more and apply at dreamrescue.org #DREAMRescueGA #DachshundRescue #IVDDWarrior #AdoptableDogs #AtlantaDogRescue

Our sweet senior Boscoe is HOME! This little guy has been through quite a bit during his time with DREAM, including a very scary medical emergency that had all of us holding our breath. But Boscoe fought his way back, returned to foster life, and got back to doing what he does best: snuggling his people. And now this smart little Houdini and expert cuddle buddy has something even better… His very own forever family. 🏡 Happy tails, Boscoe! After everything, we couldn’t be happier to say you’re HOME. ❤️ Dreamrescue.org #DREAMRescueGA #DREAMAlumniClub #HappyTails #DachshundRescue #ForeverHome

We know your camera roll is full… 📸 😏 If you snapped photos at HOWL yesterday, we want to see them! Add your favorites to our shared Google Photos album and help us capture all the fun we may have missed. Our event photographers will also be adding their photos to this album, so be sure to check back for more! Huge thank you to those photographers: @torophoto.media @scarlett_starlet1 @s.slight A quick note: Photos from Jason Meek with JM Photographics will be shared in a separate Google Photos album once they’re ready. We’ll post that link as soon as we have it. 📸 Add your photos here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/BtaZSmEoBtpCFU436 or use the link in our bio. Thank you all again for coming out yesterday. It was an amazing day, and we hope you had as much fun as we did! Dreamrescue.org #HOWLwithDREAM #DreamRescueGA #DreamRescueGA #AtlantaDachshunds #DachshundCommunity

It takes a village to pull off this much dachshund chaos…and we need YOU! 🎃 HOWL-o-Weenie 🎃 is coming Saturday, September 26th at Brook Run Park, and we’re looking for an awesome crew of volunteers to help us make the magic happen. Whether you’re an early bird ready to help with setup, want to keep things running during the event, help with contests, sell some HOWL swag, or stick around for cleanup…there’s a spot for you! 🐾 Multiple shifts & volunteer opportunities available 🐾 Grab a friend and volunteer together 🐾 No experience needed, just bring your helping hands and love of a little organized weenie chaos! Facebook Sign up here: https://signup.com/go/nikeyDS Instagram: Link in our bio. We truly couldn’t pull off our biggest event of the year without our incredible volunteers. Come help us make HOWL 2026 one to remember! 🧡🐾 #HOWLoWeenie2026 #DREAMDachshundRescue #DachshundsOfAtlanta #AtlantaVolunteers #DunwoodyGA

Another DREAM doxie has found her happily ever after! ❤️🐾 Pearl (R) is officially HOME, and we couldn’t be happier for her and her new family! Here’s to lots of love, snuggles, and spoiled-dog privileges ahead. Happy tails, Pearl! 🌭 #DREAMRescueGA #DREAMAlumniClub #HappyTails #DachshundRescue #ForeverHome

We can’t wait to see everyone on Saturday! To help make your arrival a little easier, here’s a map of Brook Run Park showing where to park and where to find all the HOWL fun! 🚗 Plenty of parking is available in the areas marked on the map. The event will take place at the Great Lawn Amphitheater & Pavilion, marked with the yellow EVENT icon. 📅 Saturday, September 26 | 11 AM–3 PM 📍 Brook Run Park | 4770 N Peachtree Rd, Dunwoody, GA Save this map so you’ll know exactly where to go. We’ll see you Saturday! 💜 Dreamrescue.org #HOWLwithDREAM #DREAMRescueGA #BrookRunPark #DunwoodyGA #AtlantaDogEvents

The cones are questionable. The goggles are fabulous. The patients can be a little dramatic. 😂 But our vet techs? Absolutely amazing. Happy National Veterinary Technician Week to the wonderful humans who put up with all the dachshund drama and keep our DREAM dogs in good hands! ❤️ Dreamrescue.org #DREAMRescueGA #VetTechWeek #NationalVetTechWeek #DachshundRescue #ThankYouVetTechs

Looks like Sweet Pea (L) found exactly where she belongs. New family. New adventures. Plenty of love ahead. Dreamrescue.org #DREAMRescueGA #DREAMAlumniClub #DachshundRescue #AtlantaDachshunds #FureverHome

Everyone’s excited about an extra hour of sleep. Except the dachshund who expects breakfast at 6 AM sharp. Note - Dream alumni, Gabby, has been adopted and living her best life. Dreamrescue.org #DreamRescueGA #DreamAlumniClub #DachshundTime #DachshundLife #RescueDogsAtl

Trixie is ADOPTABLE! 🏡❤️ Full bio + application at dreamrescue.org #DREAMRescueGA #IVDDWarrior #IVDDRecovery #DachshundLife #GeorgiaDachshunds

Today we’re sharing another long timer who is still looking for her forever home. ❤️ Meet Zara. Our little IVDD warrior still walks with her signature wobble, and when those little legs get tired, she happily cruises around in her wheels. She also needs a little help with potty time, but none of that slows this girl down. 🐾 Zara is full of cuddles and would happily spend 24/7 by your side. Her perfect home is simply one that understands her needs and celebrates everything that makes Zara…well, Zara. She’d be happy as your one-and-only or with a companion around her size. We KNOW Zara’s people are out there. Please SHARE and help us find them! dreamrescue.org #DREAMRescueGA #DachshundLove #IVDDLife #WheelieWarriors #DachshundRescue

The sweetest treat this Halloween? Tootsie found her forever home! 🍫 This little girl came to DREAM after her owner passed away, and we’re so happy she gets to start a new chapter with a family of her own. No tricks here, just one very sweet happy ending! Dreamrescue.org #DREAMRescueGA #DREAMAlumniClub #HappyTails #DachshundRescue #DachshundLove