Hi there! Thank you for filling out an application with Low Rider Dachshund Rescue of Florida. We’ve outlined below what you can expect when adopting a Low Rider dog.
We KNOW waiting is hard!
We understand the excitement and anticipation that comes with adopting a pet.
Once you’ve taken the step of filling out an adoption application, you may be left wondering, ‘So, What’s Next?’
What to Expect When You’re Expecting
Our instructions request a specific DOG NAME for your application.
If your adoption application included a name of a specific dog – it will be sent straight to the foster parents of that pet. They play a vital role in helping to find the right fit for each Low Rider pup.
You see, our network of foster families are the folks who have been caring for and getting to know the dog. They will work with the Foster Mentor and provide valuable information with the goal of finding the best possible fit for each dog. It’s not an easy job, and takes some time – especially when we have a young or particularly cute dog (we think they’re all cute) and are flooded with applications. A full dachshund who is 1-3 years old may lead to 100 applications within a day of two of posting to the website and social media. As you can imagine, it’s difficult to choose the BEST FIT from all the terrific applicants.
Often in these cases, there are multiple wonderful homes, but we have to choose just one. PLEASE NOTE: we do not immediately notify other applicants when a dog is adopted because each adopted dog has a two-week trial period to ensure it’s the right match. Once finalized, we’ll email applicants to advise the dog they applied for has found their forever family. NOT TO WORRY, it doesn’t mean you cannot adopt with Low Rider! The next dog you see that appears to be a good fit, you can email: Applications@lowriderrescue.org and request for your app to be moved to that dog . . . until the RIGHT MATCH is made.
If you don’t get the dog you applied for
Watch your email (check the spam folder just in case) and you can also keep a regular eye on our Facebook and Instagram pages. When you spot a dog that is ready for adoption and looks like a good fit, let us know you want your application (already on file) sent to the foster home. Email: Applications@lowriderrescue.org Please be patient, it OFTEN takes several tries.
Always For the Dogs
We adopt to people of ALL AGES with the exception that you must be 21 or over. We care about each Low Rider applicant, but the ultimate goal is to find the best fit for each animal. Our volunteers (we’re ALL volunteers) work tirelessly to make sure this happens.
Our main priority is to find the best possible home for each and every dog. We arrange a home visit by a volunteer and have a 2 -week trial built into the adoption contract to help facilitate this outcome.
Once you have been matched with a particular dog, interviewed extensively (and you can interview and ask questions too), we check vet records and then we will arrange a home visit as the final step. Also, if needed, a volunteer can drive and arrange to meet you for pick up. We have foster homes and transportation volunteers around the state of Florida. The assigned Foster Mentor will guide the Foster Parent and the adopter through this process.
Two Week Trial
There is a 2 week period after adoption for you to be certain you will be happy together.
Because of our process, we do have an incredible success rate!
A 2-week trial period ensures that all parties are happy with the arrangement!
Thank you sincerely for your patience.
P.S. Please keep an eye on your email and spam folder. We will call with any questions or to arrange the home visit when chosen.
We also appreciate those wishing to foster a dachshund. Additionally, we recommend that you check our Facebook and Instagram pages regularly for updates and information on these wonderful adoptable dogs!
Still have questions?
Visit our Frequently Asked Questions page for additional information. Please do not email or message unless absolutely necessary as our volunteers are already very busy working through the process on many applications, picking up dogs, fostering dogs, caring for them, doing computer work, arranging home visits, checking vet records, fundraising and so much more!