Most of us have had a special connection with a dog, and when the beloved pet crosses over to wait for us at the Rainbow Bridge, many of us feel that the connection remains. We think about these special pets off and on at certain events, in certain locations, and at specific times of the year. There's usually that moment or two when the memories are so happy it's like they were with us again.

People who volunteer their time and effort to the dachshund rescue cause typically have one or more specific dachsies that are responsible for this dedication to the breed — the soul mate that we were bonded to in the past, or our current companion animal.

For many individuals who were involved in the early stages of Dachshund Rescue of North America, there's another very special dachshund that has somehow come to serve as a continual reminder of how important and needed our efforts truly are. Even though she only touched our lives for an extremely brief period of time in the physical sense, she has been a compelling and extremely positive motivating force behind our actions which will endure.

In tribute to a dachshund many of us will always remember, and for those countless special dogs that have touched our hearts and souls, Dachshund Rescue of North America has dedicated this Memorial Garden...

As loving and loyal as our dachsies are, I think most of them would be honored to be remembered in a way that would help a fellow dachshund in need. If you would like to make a contribution to DRNA in the name of a beloved dachsie that waits for you at the Rainbow Bridge, we will be glad to acknowledge it by posting a picture and a few personal comments about your companion. If you are making a contribution on behalf of a fellow dachshund lover who has passed away, we will be glad to inform the family of your gift if you supply us with the appropriate name and mailing address at the time of your donation. As with all contributions to DRNA, money will be used directly for the rescue of dachshunds less fortunate than the ones who currently share our lives. Email us your story.