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30+
Amazing
Foster Homes
2000+
Dogs
Rescued
20+
Years Saving
Dogs
Who We Are.
We are completely volunteer operated and all of our dogs are located in foster homes, which means we get to know them really well!
100% of our operating costs are funded through tax-deductible contributions and fundraising - we receive NO government funding. We envision a time when every dachshund in Georgia has a loving home for its entire life.
DREAM's Featured Foster Home
Meet Marge Griffin — a devoted DREAM foster who’s opened her home and heart to countless dogs in need!
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Former DREAM Board member, a talented manager of dogs with challenging behaviors, pickle ball champ, Midwesterner at heart and lover of all things punny.
I began supporting Dream and attending Howl and other events around 2005. I really liked the organization and respected their approach and dedication, so I began fostering in 2010. Even though we had a houseful of dogs and cats, I grew up in big family and my Mom’s saying was ‘we always have room for one more’. So when I began to
learn more about the need for fosters, I knew ‘we had room for one more’. I wanted to offer a safe place to land
for the dogs to heal, decompress, learn to trust, learn manners or just have a place to hang out until they
transitioned to the next phase.
Some of the most memorable fosters are the ones that were the most challenging and
taught me many lessons on managing behaviors and lessons in life. A few that come to mind:
Jupiter - fostered in 2013. Found as a stray, not very dachshund-esk but Dream saw the need and had the ability to help so we did. He was very high energy, long legs and bouncy; we walked into the kitchen and he was in the sink :) Learned a lot from him….how to manage energy, keep him from counter surfing and patience finding the perfect family to match his energy level and take him on adventures! A big bonus was the family that adopting him became life-long friends :)
Sapphire - fostered in 2019. She was left in a house when the family moved out. A neighbor contacted Dream about her situation, and again, Dream stepped up to save this sweet soul. Sapphire was young, full of energy and deaf. We had experience with deaf dogs and high energy so we said ‘yes, we’ll foster her!’ She taught me patience and thinking outside the box for exercising her. On a whim, I threw a ball in the backyard and she immediately chased it, brought it back, and waited for another throw. This became my way of bonding with her and tiring her out so a win-win!
And finally Max - fostered in 2024. He came to Dream with a few challenges and was not a fit for most foster homes. I decided to give it a try. Within a few days, we started trusting and respecting each other and he quickly became a different dog. The trainer showed me how to set boundaries and set Max up for success. Big thank you to the trainer and Dream for giving this boy a chance. He found his forever home and is flourishing. Sometimes just taking a chance and being deliberate in the process makes all the difference.
Being a foster is a big part of my life. I have met so many wonderful people that volunteer with Dream, adopt these little guys, trainers who help us manage behaviors, veterinarian staff and of course the dogs. Helping to save these dogs feeds my soul and I will continue as long as I can. I know I cannot save all of them but I can be part of the community that saves one at a time.
Upcoming Events
Howl-O-WeenieSep 27, 2025, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PMDunwoody, 4770 N Peachtree Rd, Dunwoody, GA 30338, USA
DREAM in Action!
DREAM Dachshund Rescue actively participates in community events to raise awareness, connect with supporters, and celebrate our love for dachshunds. These events not only help showcase our adoptable dogs but also provide an opportunity for education, fundraising, and building a stronger rescue community.
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How To Help
DREAM’s biggest need is donations to cover veterinary costs for our foster dogs. Your 100% tax deductible contributions may be made via the Paypal link or via check to the address below:
Dream Dachshund
Rescue of Georgia
P.O. Box 4323
Marietta, GA 30061
We'll provide you a letter for your taxes. You can also donate via our Facebook page. Facebook takes no fees and we receive the whole donation!!
Other Ways to Support Us.
There are many ways to give! Consider a yearly donation, explore corporate matching funds, host a social media birthday fundraiser, or include us in your estate planning. Every contribution helps us rescue and care for Dachshunds in need!
Select DREAM Dachshund Rescue of Georgia as your non-profit of choice with our partnered retailers and donate a percentage of your purchase to our organization. Follow the instructions on the links from each of our retailers to make an impact.
(Enter 52714 in the search box. It’s our special code. Then just use your Kroger card!)
PetMyWiener.com
(use code DREAM & we get 20% of your purchase!)
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