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Amelia - Dachshund / Mixed (short coat) Dog For Adoption

Dachshund-Unknown Mix Dogs For Adoption in Arlington, VA, USA

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Nickname
Amelia
Breed
Dachshund-Unknown Mix
Gender
Female
Age
Young
Location
Arlington, VA, 22204, USA

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Dachshund-Unknown Mix Dogs For Adoption in Arlington, VA, USA

Dog Breed: Dachshund / Mixed (short coat). Meet Amelia. This sweet girl was surrendered to a rural county shelter along with two other pregnant dogs from the same home. Stories like this break our hea

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rts—three expectant moms under one roof, likely the result of unaltered male and female dogs living together. When the shelter reached out for help, Worthy Dog Rescue stepped in. We took in Amelia, and one of our partner rescues welcomed her puppies, ensuring this little family gets the bright future they deserve. Thankfully, Amelia was able to deliver her puppies in the safety and comfort of a foster home, where she proved to be an attentive, loving mom. It was immediately clear that she adores people—she’s affectionate, cuddly, and always eager for human companionship. She also has excellent doggy social skills, getting along with every pup she meets. Currently, she’s in a foster home with a larger dog and three cats. Her foster mom describes her as a very friendly pup who adjusts well to new situations—"A couple of sniffs, and she’s good to go!" She enjoys playdates with a neighbor’s dog and loves romping around with her foster sibling. Amelia is still a young pup, with all the energy and enthusiasm of adolescence. She’s always up for an adventure—whether it’s a walk (which she loves!), a road trip, backyard zoomies, or a car ride. She’s social, confident, and the perfect sidekick for an active household. But when the day winds down, she’s also a champion cuddler, happiest curled up on the couch with her favorite human. She sleeps soundly through the night, nestled in a cozy ball on her foster parent’s bed. House manners? Amelia has them! She’s fully house-trained and has never had an accident in her foster home. She tolerates the crate for treats (even if it’s not her favorite), and her leash skills are decent—she may pull a little when excited to meet a new dog, but only out of friendly enthusiasm. Her foster parents crate her when they leave her home alone to avoid her getting into mischief. Her foster mom describes her as medium energy—she’s playful and active but also respectful of the older dog in the home, knowing when to settle down and entertain herself with a toy or nap. We think that Amelia would thrive in an active home with another playful pup and maybe some kids to romp around with. She’s a fantastic family dog just waiting for the perfect match. Apply today! BREED ESTIMATE: Dachshund Mix GENDER: Female APPROXIMATE WEIGHT: 29 lbs APPROXIMATE AGE: ~ 1 to 1.5 years old COAT TYPE: Short ADOPTION FEE: $425 OTHER INFO: UTD on shots/spayed/microchipped LOCATION: Washington, DC - NW FOR MORE INFO OR TO ADOPT: Please go to adopt.worthydog and complete the application. You can also help save dogs like this one by becoming a foster, providing a rescue dog with a temporary home and giving them the love and care they need until they are permanently adopted. Every person who fosters is directly responsible for saving the life of a dog, because we can only save as many dogs as we have foster families available to welcome them into their homes. If you think you might be interested in becoming a foster and want to learn more, please go to foster.worthydog and fill out an application. Worthy Dog Rescue is an all-volunteer, foster-based rescue that primarily adopts to families in the DC Metro area.

Physical Attributes

Coat Length
Short
Likes to Vocalize
Quiet

Behavioral Characteristics

OK with Kids
Yes
OK with Dogs
Yes
OK with Cats
Yes
Energy Level
Moderate
Activity Level
Moderately Active
Exercise Needs
Moderate
Obedience Training
Has Basic Training
Owner Experience Required
Species
Other
Yard RequiredLeash TrainedCrate TrainedHousetrainedGood in a CarLikes to Play with ToysLikes to Be in Your Lap

Personality

Playful
Yes
Affectionate
Yes
Eager to Please
Yes
Intelligent
Yes
Even-Tempered
Yes
Goofy
Yes

Additional Information

Was the Dog Found
No
Up-to-date on Vaccinations
Yes

Rescue Information

Organization name
Worthy Dog Rescue
Location
Arlington, Virginia, 22204
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Ad Statistics

Ad ID
ADN-1457747
Date Listed
05/07/2025
Date Expires
08/05/2025

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