More about Timmy

We are an all-volunteer/foster home-based rescue. Apply to adopt by filling out the online adoption application on our main website dakotadachshundrescue.org Click on Adoption Info under the Navigation bar on the left side of the page. Fill out the form by clicking on the picture of the computer screen with our logo on it.Timmy update January 6th 2026: He is now 1 yr 7 months old. He has gotten much stronger but still has some issues. He typically needs a little help getting in the door. He does bark when he needs to potty but doesn't always get outside in time. If he barks I carry him outside and he does his job. Timmy is quite the snuggler on the couch. He cannot get on and off the couch by himself. He sleeps in an expen at night with another dachshund. We continually try to get more weight on him, it has been a long slow process as his tummy was shrunk down very small before he came to us, he was basically starving to death Timmy update Friday August 15th. Timmy came to us when he was 11 months old, he was the size of a 4 month old.Timmy has neurologic issues. We have done extensive bloodwork including bile acid challenge and xrays.Timmy does not walk normally, his body moves sideways when his head is trying to go forward.Sometimes he has issues standing. If we try to lay him on his left side he flounders, we have to put him in his bed on his right side.He is still very thin, we feed him small kibble mixed with canned so he can swallow it easily otherwise he chokes, we also offer mashed Fresh Pet and try to feed him multiple times throughout the day to try to get some weight on him. Timmy will need a very special home that can continue to work with him. His feedings take about 30 minutes with him sitting next to you and coaxing him. Are you that special person that can continue with Timmy's cares with lots of love and patience? Timmy update 5/5/2025 Timmy is doing well, he is up to 6.2 pounds! He is a bit stronger. We will get him neutered once he is to a safe weight.Timmy is a sweet boy. Unfortunately he has some neurologic issues we are trying to figure out. He is in for a bile acid challenge today to see if perhaps a liver shunt. Timmy needs some special angels to sponsor him while Dr Paul figures out what his issues are. Please keep Timmy in your prayers     My adoption fee helps cover all of my vetting needs such as HW test, rabies, DHPPL, Bordetella, neuter, dental if needed and microchipping.