chloe

Hi, I'm Chloe — a chocolate-coated standard dachshund with a tail that basically never stops wagging. I'm about 6 years old, I'm calm and easygoing around the house, and my idea of a perfect day is a good leash walk followed by a long nap in my bed (or my crate — I'm a fan of both). I came into foster care after my person had to move into assisted living, which wasn't my choice, but I'm handling the change like a champ. Give me a little time to settle in and you'll find I'm a pretty chill, food-motivated girl who just wants her people and her routine back. My Ideal Home Good with other dogs, older children, men, and women. House-trained and crate-trained. I'd do best with a family who can help me lose about 5 pounds through leash walks and reasonable portions — I love to eat, maybe a little too much. A Few Important Things to Know Still settling in: On my first day in foster care, I growled at a larger dog I was meeting for the first time. My foster mom thinks it was a new-environment reaction rather than my normal personality, but adopters should plan a slow, supervised introduction with any resident dogs. Handling sensitivity: I'm not a fan of having my mouth examined, and my vet notes that I can nip during procedures like exams or nail trims. I do best with a calm, experienced handler who respects my space during vet visits and grooming. Can be vocal: I've been described as barky, especially when I want something or someone's at the door. I'm otherwise calm and settled in the house. Weight management: At 32 lbs, I'm a bit overweight for my frame. I'll need a family committed to portion control and regular walks to help me get to a healthier weight. What I Bring to the Table I'm a sweet, tail-wagging girl who's calm in the house, easy on the leash, and quick to settle into a routine. I've had a lot of change thrown at me lately, but I'm rolling with it — and I'd love nothing more than a steady home where I can be somebody's favorite couch companion again. If you know I'm your forever pup, fill out an adoption application at daretorescue.org/adoption-application — and don't forget to put my name on your application! Can't adopt but want to help? You can sponsor my care while I wait for my forever home — donate at daretorescue.org/donation or send a check payable to DARE: DARE | PO Box 21161 | Tampa, FL 32210 August 11, 2026, 8:03 pm