Rehome a Dachshund in South Africa ✓ Safe Home-to-Home

Why People Rehome Their Dachshund

Dachshunds are loyal, brave, and full of character — but sometimes circumstances change.

🩺 Back Problems (IVDD)

Dachshunds are prone to intervertebral disc disease. If your dog needs surgery or ongoing care that you can't provide, rehoming to a family who can manage their medical needs is a compassionate choice — not a failure.

🏠 Moving to a Stairs-Free Home

If you're moving to a multi-storey home or your Dachshund is struggling with stairs, a single-level home may be safer for their back. We'll find a property that suits their needs.

🗣️ Barking & Stubbornness

Dachshunds have opinions and they're not shy about sharing them. If barking has become a problem in your apartment or complex, you're not alone — it's classic Dachshund behaviour.

✈️ Emigrating or Relocating

Many SA families face the heartbreak of leaving a Dachshund behind when emigrating. We've helped dozens of sausage dogs find loving SA homes when their families move abroad.

🐕 Dachshund at a Glance

Size

4 – 5 kg (Mini)

Lifespan

12 – 16 years

Coat

Smooth, long, or wire

Temperament

Loyal, brave, stubborn

Health Notes

Back (IVDD), weight, dental

Needs

No stairs, careful handling

Your Dachshund Deserves the Right Home

Dachshunds aren't just small dogs — they're big personalities in a long, low package. They bond fiercely, they have opinions about everything, and they need homes that understand their unique physical needs. No jumping off furniture. No steep stairs. Careful handling.

When we match a Dachshund, we look for adopters who understand IVDD risk and are willing to manage it. We look for single-level homes or homes with stair gates. We find people who appreciate a dog with character — because Dachshunds have plenty of it.

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Dachshund Rehoming Questions

🩺 My Dachshund has IVDD — can you still help?

Yes. We've rehomed Dachshunds with back problems at various stages — from mild to post-surgery. We're upfront with adopters about medical needs and ensure the new home is physically set up for a dog with mobility challenges.

🐕 Can you rehome two bonded Dachshunds together?

Absolutely. Dachshunds often form strong bonds with their housemates. We'll keep bonded pairs together — separating them is never our first choice.

🏡 What kind of home do you look for?

Ideally single-level or with stair management. A garden is great but not essential. The key things: no unmanaged stairs, adopters who understand back health, and people who appreciate a dog with a mind of their own.

🦴 My Dachshund is overweight — is that a problem?

We see it often, and it's not a barrier to rehoming. Extra weight is a risk factor for IVDD, so we'll look for adopters who are committed to helping your dog reach a healthy weight through diet and gentle exercise.

Rehome Your Dachshund in South Africa