Phoebe doesn’t trust easily. At 15, she’s earned the right not to. She’s a gentle soul who moves through the world on her own terms — slowly, carefully, andalways paying attention. When she first came to DARE, she did what she does best: shewatched. She hid. She waited to see Read more
Meet Ninja, a sweet and spirited 16-year-old senior who has captured everyone’s heart at DARE. Despite his age, Ninja is surprisingly spry, loves to sleep, and gets along wonderfully with other dogs. He’s only got one tooth left and has had jaw and dental surgery in the past, and he Read more
Summer, a sweet and spunky 14-year-old wirehaired dachshund, has faced her share of challenges but remains a cherished member of the DARE Forever Foster family. Weighing just 9 pounds, Summer underwent IVDD back surgery in December 2024 and has made a remarkable recovery. Though she’s a little wobbly on her Read more
Maggie, a sweet 13-year-old red smooth dachshund, is a happy little girl with a big personality. Weighing in at 11 pounds, Maggie adores leashed walks, belly rubs, car rides, and being close to her human—whether that means snuggling up at bedtime or sitting nearby for quiet companionship. She’s house-trained, great Read more
Pops, a dashing black-and-tan senior dachshund, became part of the DARE family in 2025. Estimated to be a spry 18-year-old, Pops faces some health challenges, including heartworms and bad teeth, but his sweet spirit shines through it all. This gentle soul gets along beautifully with everyone—dogs, cats, children, men, and Read more
Chloe Mouse is a beautiful red smooth dachshund with a story that’s come full circle. She was first adopted as a puppy through DARE, but in 2020, this senior sweetheart returned to us due to health and behavior challenges. Now over 15 years old, Chloe knows exactly what (and who) Read more
Opie and Spike are a bonded pair of senior gentlemen who came to DARE in 2021 after being rescued from Jacksonville Animal Care and Protective Services. Life at the shelter was overwhelming for them, but together they found comfort in one another. Spike, a charming tan-and-white Chihuahua, is now around Read more