🐾 It’s Not Forever—But It Could Change a Life

🐾 🐶 What’s It Like to Foster?
It’s a little messy.
A little weird.
And one of the most meaningful things you’ll ever do.
As a foster, you open your home to a pet in need—whether it’s for a few weeks, a few months, or just until their forever family shows up. You provide the love and structure. We cover the vet care, offer support, and cheer you on every step of the way.
And if it turns out that you do want to keep them?
We’ve got a word for that too: foster fail (aka the best kind of failure).

Not all heroes wear capes.
Some carry treats in their pockets and smell like peanut butter.
Every day, we’re asked to take in the dogs no one else wants.
Too old. Too broken. Too “much.”
But we say yes—because behind every matted coat and crusty eye is an underdog waiting for a comeback story.

🐶 Already Adopted from KDR?
Then we already love you. And chances are, you already know what a difference one open door can make. You’re pre-approved to help save more—we just need you to fill out the quick form below to get started.
It’s not about being perfect. It’s about saying yes.
Whether you’re ready to open your home or just want to lend a hand behind the scenes, there’s a dog out there who’s one yes away from a better life.
You don’t need a fancy house.
You don’t need dog whisperer experience.
You just need the heart to help and the willingness to try.
The rest? We’ll walk you through it. Let’s do this. Together.

🧡 What If I Can’t Foster?
That’s okay. We need volunteers just as much. There’s a role for every kind of human:
• 🚗 Transporter – Give dogs a ride to safety
• 🏠 Home Visit Helper – Check out homes for approved adopters or fosters
• 📱 Phone Team – Help with reference checks and check-ins
• 🎉 Event Volunteer – Work meet & greets, bake sales, or just show off cute dogs
• 💻 Admin Help – Applications, follow-up, social media
• 📍 Regional Leads – Be a contact person for local fosters & volunteers
Whether you’ve got an hour a month or a whole free weekend, we’ll put your time to good use.

✍️ Apply Now
🐾 It’s Not Forever—But It Could Change a Life
Become a Foster or Volunteer with Kentucky Dachshund Rescue
We know what you’re thinking:
“I’d love to help… but I’d get too attached.”
And honestly? Yeah. You probably will.
You’ll fall for the dog who snores louder than your partner.
You’ll laugh at the one who thinks your throw pillows are mortal enemies.
You’ll tear up the day they leave—because you gave them a chance to have a real life.
And then, you’ll do it again. Because you’ll know how much it mattered.

🚨 Not a Foster Yet? You Can Still Help!

Be a behind-the-scenes superhero:
• 🚗 Transport Team – From shelters to safety
• 📞 Call Crew – Reference checks & support calls
• 🏡 Home Visit Helpers – Approve forever homes
• 📢 Event Day Warriors – Adoption days, fundraisers
• 🖥️ Admin Angels – Apps, emails, social posts
• 📍 Local Team Leads – Be the go-to in your area

Whether you’re on the road or on your couch, we’ve got a way for you to help