Atlantic Canadian Dachshund Rescue
Helping dachshunds in need in Atlantic Canada for over 20 years.
Atlantic Canadian Dachshund Rescue is an all-volunteer charitable organization that focuses on dachshunds and dachshund mixes. Begun as an offshoot to Canadian Dachshund Rescue in 2001, in time ACDR became its own entity. It now operates throughout the four Atlantic provinces.
The Latest News

Stitch Pup-date
Wow, what an adventure I have been on! I came to ACDR at the end of September. I was on …

Kuechly Pup-date
Hey everyone. I came into care over the Christmas holidays. I love having a cat-brother and spending time with my …

Valentine’s Draw
Don’t know what to get that special person for Valentine’s Day? Or would you like to give yourself a treat? …

Twiggy Pup-date
Hi all, Miss Twiggy here. I’ve been doing well in my foster home. I was seizure-free for two months, so …

Henley – Assessment Hold
ACDR would like to welcome Henley. Henley is a beautiful, six year old, red male. We are giving him some …

#BettyWhiteChallenge
We have all been inspired by Betty White’s love and dedication to animals. Today, Jan 17, 2023, is the late …

Bella – Adoption Applications Closed
Bella is a sweet, gentle 7 year old short-haired, black & tan female, weighing approximately 15 lbs. She’s very happy-go-lucky …

A year in reflection….
Wow, what a year! In reflection of our accomplishments in 2022, with new events and venues, I am humbled knowing …

Kuechly – Assessment Hold
Please help us welcome Kuechly into care with ACDR. This handsome fellow came into care today and will be on …

Gunther – Adoption Final
ACDR is thrilled to announce that Gunther’s two week trial is over and he has officially been adopted. Congratulations Gunther, …

Griffin – Adoption Final
Yet another Happily Ever After story. Griffin has completed his 2 week trial, he has found his perfect forever family, …

Roxy & Gizmo – Adoption Final
Roxy & Gizmo have completed their two week trial and we are happy to announce they are now officially adopted. …
Compassionate Care





When dogs come in with severe medical or behavioural challenges, a special breed of humans commit to providing palliative care for those who have a terminal illness, or nursing care for those with severe chronic conditions for the rest of the dog’s life.
ACDR takes on all the burden of care and added costs, knowing that it will be difficult to find an adopter able to take it on.
Our Compassionate Care program is a major reason why ACDR needs your donations. Covering the full costs of vet care, special diets / veterinary food, medication, or any possible behavioural training runs into thousands of dollars every year.
If you can, please consider donating to support our work.
Happy Tails
Each of these dogs have found their forever families through ACDR.













ACDR Angels
Gone from our lives, but never absent from our hearts.


















