Dixie Ludean
I've owned many dogs, cats, & other animals in my life but Dixie really found a place in my heart. We (Mary & I) adopted Dixie from CTDR in May 2015. Kristn Moll was her foster mother after Dixie had severe back surgery and was confined to a crate for many weeks. We met Kristn in Georgetown & brought Dixie to our home. She was such a blessing even at the early stages. Only limits she put on us, she would not let us touch her feet or her tail. After a short time we were able to touch her anywhere, she had unconditional love for us as we did her. She was prim & proper like a southern belle so we added a middle name for her, "Ludean". It wasn't long before she knew her name was "Dixie Ludean". In addition she was definitely 100%Texan. Looking at her from the rear it seemed she had leather chaps on. She loved her yard & would work with me when I was cleaning flowerbeds, I assumed she was protecting me from snakes or whatever was in the tall weeds/grass. Once she got left outside of the fence, I went looking for her & she was trying to dig back under a gate. She wasn't going to run off. The sweetest thing she would do to Mary & I even at the very first. She would sit in our lap & look (stare) up at us with a look like "a dying calf in a hail storm". I believe she understood that we had rescued her & really appreciated us. I even told her she was going to give me a complex if she kept staring. She had us trained, very bossy. Time to get up (0530), time to have her eye drops (twice daily), time to eat supper (1700 - 1800), time to go to bed (2100), time to potty/poop, snacks & any other time she could figure out. Could not ask for a better traveler. Heart is hurting as I write this but I know she is without pain & she is smelling all of the flowers across "Rainbow Bridge". Keep of the Good Work, Wally

Heidi Ann
2020 was a hard year for everyone but it hit especially hard when I lost my fur baby Heidi Ann that year. I was a foster fail through CTDR and she touched my life in such a special way, I will be forever grateful not only to the staff of CTDR but to Heidi Ann as well. It was obvious when I got her, that she needed extra love and care but that never destroyed her spirit. She was only with me a year but in that time she showed me what true and unconditional love was and she was always by my side. When I left the house, even for a few minutes, she stayed by the door, eagerly awaiting my return. She insisted that her bed be right next to me at all times and then she would burrow down under the comforter as much as possible. I would see her peek out and check every once in a while to make sure I was still by her side. She loved me and I loved her with all my heart. I miss her every day. I know she is in a better place, playing, is healthy and happy and awaiting my return in the future. I love you dearly and miss you Heidi Ann!!

Sussy
Good Morning, We are sad to share that our sweet Fancy (our given name, she was known as Sussy when she joined our family) passed away this past Saturday snuggled in our arms. She struggled with epilepsy which we managed with her vet and unfortunately the medication took a toll on her kidneys which put her in kidney failure. She enriched our lives in countless ways. Mark and I adopted her while we were still dating and she has been by our side through engagement, marriage, buying our first home, and the birth of our 2 sons. She was so loved by all who met her. We took her on many road trips, even to California! She was happiest snuggling with us in blankets, riding in the car and laying in the sun. When our kids were born she loved them too, giving them kisses and snuggles and showing them patience as their little hands learned to be gentle with her. She was such a loving and sweet soul and we will miss her dearly. We want to extend our sincere thanks to CTDR for bringing her into our lives and taking such good care of her before we adopted her. I have included a bunch of photos of her journey with us to share the joy she brought our family.

Shade
We adopted Shade (our given name) in Spring 2009 from CTDR. He was approximately one year old then. We had been searching for the right family dog for our then 8-year-old son. We drove 160 miles to meet Shade with his foster parent at a local park and my son immediately fell in love with Shade; my son named him Shade as he had a "shadow" of darker hair on his back. We knew we had a wonderful dog once we saw the foster parent crying when we said that we were interested in adopting Shade. Shade truly was a wonderful companion to our teenage son through his teen years, and aided our teenage son to navigate the teen years with confidence and love, with a constant loving companion that only a pet can provide. Once the son went to college, Shade was more of a companion to me (Mom), and was especially appreciated for his companionship during the 2 tough Covid years. He passed away today, and I am still weeping. As life would have it, our son came home from college this past weekend for a visit from across the country, somewhat unexpected and rare, and spent some time with Shade. Shade passed away 4 days later. Shade’s health had been deteriorating, but hubby and I wondered if Shade was “waiting” for his beloved (our son) to say “goodbye” and then he could pass. We will always miss Shade. With love, Mom.

Dollie
It is with a heavy heart that I share my sweet rescue Dollie Sue crossed over the rainbow bridge on December 28, 2022. She came to me in 2019 battered and mistreated. I had the privilege to foster her with Central Texas Dachshund Rescue. I witnessed her transform from a sad, lifeless dog to a happy, vibrant girl and after several months with me, Dollie made me a “foster fail” in every way. I am so blessed to have had her for 4 years and was able to give her a life of love and happiness she so deserved. Needless to say, my heart is broken and my life has been forever changed. Fly high my sweet Dollie Sue! ❤️. You were one of the best!!