We are a State of Florida Non-Profit Charitable Organization: #CH27948. We are an IRS Section 501(c)(3) Public Charity.
Dachshund Rescue South Florida
a 501(c)(3) foster-based rescue/charity
About Our Fosters
Fostering
The most important
resource that we
have are our foster
families, since
without them
we cannot rescue. 
Please read more about how the
process works and what it has to offer. You think that you are helping out a dog, but many of our fosters say it is quite the other way around. One of our foster families summed up the experience perfectly in a wonderful account of how fostering changed
their life.
A Fostering Story
What types of fostering are there?
Our group works with two kinds of Foster Families and can offer different commitment levels based on the needs of different homes.


Quarantine Fosters
  • Two week commitment.
  • Perfect for families with no dogs or if you
    have dogs, a separate room (laundry,
    bedroom, etc). Any will do the job as long
    as it is air conditioned.
  • Cats cannot catch kennel cough, so cat
    loving families are great too.

Regular Fosters
  • Commitment is usually 4-6 weeks (sometimes shorter for younger dogs, sometimes longer for older dogs).
  • Learn and share the personality of the dog to help us find the best match for them in a forever family.

What does DRSF provide for foster families?
DRSF has designed our fostering program to be as easy as possible since our fosters are the lifeblood of our organization. Without foster homes, we can't rescue dogs!  When a dog is pulled from the shelter and ready to start their new life, they need some things to call their own, and DRSF provides everything to get them started!
  • Bed
  • Blanket
  • Leash
  • Collar
  • Harness
  • Vetting
  • Medication

(You can also give the gift of a "New Start Kit" containing all the supplies listed above from our Paws To Give Page.  When given as a gift, the recipient will receive a card with a photo detailing the supplies and how they will be used to give a doxie a start in their new life and a photo of the dog who received the kit!)

What does the foster family provide?
What the foster family provides is the
best part! :)
  • Love
  • Hugs
  • Kisses
  • Belly Rubs
  • Patience
  • Understanding
  • More Love

The dogs are almost always traumatized when they are first pulled from the shelter. Many need medical treatment and some time to re-adjust.  All of these things can be taken care of with some love and hugs from the foster family. For more information about fostering, please read our additional Fostering Guidelines.
"I won't be able to give them up!"
Doxies Saved
  • 2011:  29
  • 2010:  115
  • 2009:  92
  • 2008:  53 (9 months)
But what if I want to adopt my foster dog?
That's ok too!!  We have had plenty of "failed fosters" in our group (and that is rescue term of endearment).  In fact, we often refer to fostering as a "lease-to-own" option if you are trying to find a dog that fits with existing pets!
That is what we hear ALL THE TIME but we could put you in touch with any of our foster families and they will tell you there is no better feeling in the world than knowing you helped to save a life. It's amazing to see the joy and gratitude in the forever families' faces knowing that without you, they may not have found their perfect dog. Read about one family's experience in
A Fostering Story.
Get started...
Please make sure you have read our additional Fostering Guidelines.
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