Dachshund Rescue Dogs & Puppies for Adoption in and around Maidstone
There are 3 Dachshunds looking for a new home in and around Maidstone right now, listed by Foal Farm Animal Rescue, Pro Dogs Direct and Stokenchurch Dog Rescue. Includes Dachshund crosses.
All 3 are with rescues reachable from Maidstone, in places such as London, Aldershot and Stokenchurch. Each card shows the town and how far it is.
By listed age: 1 puppy, 1 adult and 1 older dog.
Each profile links to the rescue, who will talk you through their adoption process and fee.
1 Dachshund puppy available in and around Maidstone
Twelve months old or under, listed by rescues and rehoming centres. Each one links to the rescue to apply.
Dachshunds near Maidstone right now
3 Dachshunds are listed in or around Maidstone today, with 3 rescues. By age: 1 puppy, 1 adult dog and 1 older dog. 2 are male and 1 female. The newest was added on 30 October 2026.
- Foal Farm Animal Rescue at London, about 31 miles away: 1 Dachshund
- Pro Dogs Direct at Aldershot, about 54 miles away: 1 Dachshund
- Stokenchurch Dog Rescue at Stokenchurch, about 66 miles away: 1 Dachshund
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About Dachshunds
| Breed group | Hound |
|---|---|
| Size | Standard: medium. Miniature: small |
| Weight (breed standard) | Standard: 9 to 12 kg ideal. Miniature: 4.5 kg ideal, 5 kg desired maximum |
| Exercise | Up to 1 hour a day |
| Size of home | Small house with a small or medium garden |
| Grooming | Smooth-haired: once a week. Long-haired and wirehaired: more than once a week |
| Coat | Smooth-haired: short. Long-haired and wirehaired: medium (all shed) |
| Lifespan | Over 12 years |
What Dachshunds are like to live with
The Royal Kennel Club describes the Dachshund as a "German badger and rabbit hunter" that "comes in a variety of sizes and coat types". It says the breed is known in Germany as the Teckel (badger dog), and is still used there for tracking wounded game and going to ground after badgers or rabbits.
Dachshunds listed in and around Maidstone today
As of 8 November 2026, 3 Dachshunds are listed with rescues in and around Maidstone on LocalPetFinder: by their listed age, 1 puppy aged 12 months or under, 1 adult and 1 aged 7 or over.
The rescues mark 1 with cats and 1 with other dogs. Where a profile says nothing, it doesn't mean no: ask the rescue.
Sources (checked 30 September 2026)
- The Royal Kennel Club: Dachshund (Smooth Haired) (Miniature, long-haired and wirehaired values from their own Royal Kennel Club pages; weights from the breed standards. All in sources.)
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Breed descriptions are general. Every rescue animal is an individual, so the rescue's own assessment of the animal comes first.
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Dachshunds in Maidstone: your questions
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How many rescue Dachshunds are available for adoption in Maidstone?
As of 8 November 2026, 3 Dachshunds are listed for adoption in and around Maidstone on LocalPetFinder, from Foal Farm Animal Rescue, Pro Dogs Direct and Stokenchurch Dog Rescue. All are with rescues reachable from Maidstone, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.
Which rescues near Maidstone have Dachshunds right now, and how old are they?
As of 8 November 2026, Foal Farm Animal Rescue (at London, about 31 miles away): 1, Pro Dogs Direct (at Aldershot, about 54 miles away): 1 and Stokenchurch Dog Rescue (at Stokenchurch, about 66 miles away): 1. By age, that is 1 puppy, 1 adult dog and 1 older dog. The newest was added on 30 October 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.
Where can I adopt a Dachshund in Maidstone?
With the rescue that has the dog. Today the Dachshunds on this page are with Foal Farm Animal Rescue (1), Pro Dogs Direct (1) and Stokenchurch Dog Rescue (1). Open a profile and apply to that rescue: each one runs its own application, home check and adoption fee. We don't rehome animals ourselves.
What is the difference between a Dachshund and a miniature Dachshund?
Size. The Royal Kennel Club recognises two sizes in the UK. The breed standards give an ideal weight of 9 to 12 kg for the standard size and 4.5 kg for a miniature, with a desired maximum of 5 kg. Both sizes come in smooth-haired, long-haired and wirehaired coats, and all six varieties share the same breed standard.
Do Dachshunds have back problems?
They can. Dogs Trust says Dachshunds are predisposed to intervertebral disc disease (IVDD), similar to a slipped disc in humans, which can cause weakness, loss of balance and even paralysis. The Royal Kennel Club asks breeders to screen their dogs' spines under its IVDD screening scheme. Ask the rescue whether this dog has had any back problems, and see your vet promptly if you notice weakness or wobbliness.
Are Dachshunds good with children?
It depends on the dog, not the breed. None of the 3 Dachshunds listed in and around Maidstone is marked by its rescue as able to live with children today. Where a profile says nothing, ask the rescue what age of children the dog could live with.
How much does it cost to adopt a Dachshund in Maidstone?
The Dachshunds listed in and around Maidstone today are with Foal Farm Animal Rescue at London, about 31 miles away (1), Pro Dogs Direct at Aldershot, about 54 miles away (1) and Stokenchurch Dog Rescue at Stokenchurch, about 66 miles away (1); each profile shows that rescue's fee. Each rescue sets its own adoption fee. Battersea charges £230 for a dog over six months and £275 for a puppy under six months, Dogs Trust charges £300 for a puppy or adult dog in England, Wales and Scotland, and Blue Cross fees start from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over and £335 for dogs aged 1 to 7. The fee usually covers neutering, microchipping and first vaccinations, and each rescue confirms its own fee.
Are there Dachshund puppies for sale in Maidstone?
No. We don't list animals for sale. Every Dachshund on this page is with a rescue or rehoming centre. The 3 Dachshunds listed in and around Maidstone today are with Foal Farm Animal Rescue at London, about 31 miles away (1), Pro Dogs Direct at Aldershot, about 54 miles away (1) and Stokenchurch Dog Rescue at Stokenchurch, about 66 miles away (1), and each rescue shows its own fee on the profile. For comparison, Battersea charges £230 for a dog over six months and £275 for a puppy under six months, and Dogs Trust £300. If you searched "dachshund puppies for sale Maidstone", the Dachshunds here are the rescue route: you apply to the rescue and pay its adoption fee, not a sale price. In England, Lucy's Law has meant since 6 April 2020 that puppies under six months can't be sold by a third party such as a pet shop or dealer: you buy direct from the breeder or adopt from a rehoming centre.
Can I get a free Dachshund to a good home in Maidstone, or one under £500?
Usually not. UK rescues normally ask for an adoption fee, which pays towards neutering, microchipping and vaccinations. Of the 3 Dachshunds listed in and around Maidstone today, each shows its rescue's fee on the profile; the nearest rescue is Foal Farm Animal Rescue at London, about 31 miles away. Many rescue fees are under £500: Battersea charges £230 for a dog over six months, Dogs Trust £300, and Blue Cross from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over. An animal offered "free to a good home" is usually a private advert rather than a rescue. All dogs in the UK must be microchipped by 8 weeks old, and in England, Wales and Scotland a dog can't pass to a new keeper until it is chipped, so ask to see the microchip details.
Are there Dachshund puppies for adoption in Maidstone?
Yes: 1 puppy of the 3 listed in and around Maidstone is 12 months or under by their listed age.
Are there older Dachshunds for adoption in Maidstone?
Yes: 1 of the 3 listed in and around Maidstone is aged 7 or over by their listed age. Some rescues charge less for older dogs: Blue Cross fees start from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over.
Is there a Dachshund rescue near me in Maidstone?
As of 8 November 2026, the Dachshunds listed in and around Maidstone are with Foal Farm Animal Rescue at London, about 31 miles away (1), Pro Dogs Direct at Aldershot, about 54 miles away (1) and Stokenchurch Dog Rescue at Stokenchurch, about 66 miles away (1). The nearest to Maidstone is Foal Farm Animal Rescue at London, about 31 miles away. You can also see Dachshunds across Kent. To see what is closest to you, search by postcode with the pet finder on our home page. To hear when one is listed, set up an email alert on this page.
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