Our beloved Cindy Lou, who lost her battle to live way too soon
The backyard of the sanctuary
Named in honor of our beloved Cindy Lou, the mission of Cindy Lou’s Sanctuary is to rescue and provide sanctuary as a loving and safe home for Dachshunds and other small breeds.
When possible we arrange adoptions to forever homes, but we are always committed to each one’s lifelong emotional and physical care.
3 years since I held this smiley girl in my arms, 3 years since I had to say goodbye to her sweet loves and kisses. She truly was an angel here on earth, my Cindy Lou. Your spirit motivates me to keep fighting to save the next dog, to find the next dollar, to tell your story to every vet and vet tech we work with so you are never ever forgotten. I know you are running with the pack across the rainbow bridge and I will see you again one sweet day. Love you always. … See MoreSee Less
Today is the day! Come on out and play with some of our adoptable dogs! We will be here from 10:00-2:00! … See MoreSee Less
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When this happens, it’s usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it’s been deleted.PUPDATE: Surgery was succesful, Roo was a rockstar (naturally!) she is home and sleeping soundly! Huge thanks to everyone who lifted Roo (and me) up today – it has been a really tough week – and Roo and I – and all the puppers appreciate all you love and positivity 💕
Prayer warriors Please – it’s been a really tough week – but our sweet little Roo who has been through so much already, has been dealing with an eye ulcer – yesterday it got really bad and even though Dr Visser at Charleston Animal Eye Clinic rushed new meds for her and we put two different drops in every two hours yesterday afternoon and through the night we were not able to turn it around. Roo is currently having emergency surgery to remove the affected eye. Please – we could use your prayers and positive thoughts.g Ny … See MoreSee Less
Our “Trio” River, Deeno, and Takoda – I’ve been feeling a bit overwhelmed- not only by their sheer volume, But alsoby the thought of their vet bills ! All outdated shots and needing a thorough checkout, Friends of Berkeley County Animal Center has come to our rescue and paid for the trios vet visit in full yesterday! Thank you so much!!!! We had already done walk in clinic shots last Monday when they arrived and will use all donations already pledged/received to cover those and purchase heartworm protection for these new arrivals. Thanks everyone who helped!! Thanks to the grant from Friends of Berkeley Animal Center, we were able to get all three of these amazing sweet dachshunds seen by our amazing Dr D at The Animal Hospital of North Charleston, and they had bloodwork and heartworm tests. The Trio has been started on a major weight loss journey and are enjoying life at our wonderful fosters farm with Lee and Susan. We only do what we do because of everyone who stands with us! We are humbled and grateful … See MoreSee Less
Today we said farewell to our sweet Chelsea. She was a super senior, and had been with us for almost a year and a half. She spent 6 months at the sanctuary, then the last year as a foster with our amazing Lee and Susan Zellner Hogan who showered her with unconditional love. She quickly became part of their pack and loved her life with them. She will be missed by all, until we meet again at the rainbow bridge. … See MoreSee Less
We will be at the Goose Creek Fall Festival this Saturday with adoptable dogs! We need. Volunteers to help from 10-2 or maybe a little longer – please let me know in the comments or dm if you can come out! … See MoreSee Less
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When this happens, it’s usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it’s been deleted.When you’re sick in bed with a pounding headache all day and your tiny friend is trying to make you feel better … See MoreSee Less
There’s a special deal running on our favorite pee pads today! I’ve added them to our wishlist that is pinned to the top of our page – here’s the picture so you know what to look for! We would love to have some extra! … See MoreSee Less
HELP!!!! We had no Rescue Me so I still have 5 puppies along with all the rest of the dogs – honestly I’m drowning – I just can’t do it. I’m pleading, begging for fosters for these 5. We provide everything you need. I just need an application from you – on our website at CindyLousSanctuary.org We have an event this coming Saturday- I’m hoping we can get them adopted – but I am desperate for help! If you’ve ever thought about fostering – please reach out now! The need is great and urgent! Not up for puppies? I have lots of adults and super seniors that would love a quieter place and a lap to call their own! Want more info? Send me a dm! … See MoreSee Less
RESCUE ME HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO INCOMING WEATHER!!! Thank you to everyone who volunteered to come out and help! … See MoreSee Less
A big shout out to Sitting Pretty Pet Salon! Taylor and Tina provided grooming for 2 of our rescue babies today – don’t they look amazing?!?!!! This is definitely the place to call to get your sweet babies looking their best!!! … See MoreSee Less
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Sleepy wants to know who’s coming out to Rescue Me on Saturday! She says please come out and meet me and my siblings! We need good homes now!! Cypress Gardens 9-4 … See MoreSee Less
Our intrepid trio are here!! Thanks to everyone who made this happen! Cam's Rescue & Transport, Karen Lingle, Josh and Pilots for Paws, Megan Abernathy, Herb Watson. We have discovered that they are all out of date of all shots, etc. So we are waiting at the vaccine clinic to quickly get some shots. Would you like to help us out?? We could use some assist with the costs!
Venmo – @Janet-Chicka
PayPal – Donations@CindyLousSanctuary.org
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When this happens, it’s usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it’s been deleted.Our 3 intrepid travelers are settling down for the night in Charlotte, and will be flying down to us tomorrow thanks to Pilots for Paws! A huge thank you to Anthony Ditrio at Cam's Rescue & Transport for making a last minute run to Ohio to rescue these babies and another big thanks to Karen Lingle for hosting them overnight! ❤️ … See MoreSee Less
TRANSPORT HAS BEEN ARRANGED!!!
Thank you everyone!
Transport help!! These three are coming to us – we need to get them from Charlotte to the sanctuary tomorrow- Sunday September 21st. They will be arriving in Charlotte around 5 pm – can anyone help get them to Moncks Corner????? Or even meet halfway?? … See MoreSee Less
What a day this boy has had! Freedom ride, vet visit where he met our wonderful Dr D and Allison at The Animal Hospital of North Charleston – we discovered he has a collapsing trachea, horrible teeth, very little to no sight, but is a sweet boy! He went from there to the sanctuary for a much needed bath (he was super stinky and slimy!), dinner (ate every bite) and then some trimming of his grinchy feet and toenails – he is worn out!!!!! He is now sound asleep in a comfy crate with a soft blankie and extra thick pad 💕 … See MoreSee Less
Today’s freedom ride! Just pulled from DeKalb, GA – going straight to The Animal Hospital of North Charleston to be checked out! … See MoreSee Less
Sneezy is adopted! He’s now Bartlebee! And settling right into his new home! Happy life sweet boy! ❤️❤️❤️ … See MoreSee Less
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Baby Olivia tries her first dish of puppy food mush and loved it! … See MoreSee Less
Puppies at Pet Supplies Plus – Goose Creek, SC! We’re here til 1:00 … See MoreSee Less
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Have you been aching to meet our puppies? Here’s your chance! We will be at Pet Supplies Plus – Goose Creek, SC today from 10:00-1:00 with our 7 little puppers! Come on out and snuggle a little buddy! 5 girls, 2 boys, they are loves!!!! 208 St James Ave – in the shopping center with Publix and Starbucks. See you soon! … See MoreSee Less
The puppies and want to say a big thank you to the Volunteers who came out tonight and helped with our remembrance Day event by the time I’ve gotten through my day. I was so exhausted. I wasn’t sure I could hold my head up but thanks to Angie Davis, Paty Strain, Laura Dutkiewicz and Bonnie Denhay not only were the puppies taken care of, but they were a splash with all the folks that came out. They were well tended and lovingly taken care of. I appreciate each of you so much! … See MoreSee Less
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Sometimes you have to stop and enjoy a lovebug! This is Scooter he’s 8 months old and sweet as he can be! He is looking for his forever person ❤️❤️❤️❤️ … See MoreSee Less
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Still looking for volunteers to help on Saturday! Please reach out if you can assist … See MoreSee Less
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When this happens, it’s usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it’s been deleted.We are so thankful for The Art of Dog Grooming by Tina for grooming our sweet Gertie today!Meet Gertrude….. she is the sweetest little old lady. She is looking for her forever home at the following link.
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Our 7 puppies had their vet visit today! Dr T and Dr D had some love time with them, so did the rest of the gang at The Animal Hospital of North Charleston! They are so wonderful to our gang! Dr T did all their exams and all are healthy and in good shape! They get their second puppy shots on Saturday and we are looking for fosters and adopters for all of them!
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UPDATE. SECOND SURGERY IS COMPLETE AND ROO IS HOME AND RESTING. Thank you to everyone who sent healing thoughts, prayers and wishes. She is a fighter! She is sound asleep and will have lots of follow up
Monday morning emergency vet trip – Roo’s incision opened up overnight – we were back at the vet first thing – she has to have another surgery to remove more dead tissue and close the wound again. We are so thankful to everyone at The Animal Hospital of North Charleston, especially Dr Ingram and Alison who are working on her today, Mandy the practice manager, Jordan and Grace at the front desk who are always so kind – and all the other doctors and techs that work tirelessly to take care of our babies daily – yall are wonderful!! 💕
If you’d like to help with the cost of this second surgery – call in a donation to the clinic at: (843) 552-8278. Or send a donation to us via
Venmo: @Janet-Chicka
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10 week old puppies playing outside in their own yard space! … See MoreSee Less
The Puppies! The 7 Dwarves – here’s individual pictures of each one – 5 girls, 2 boys – ready to adopt or foster! … See MoreSee Less
Thought I’d take a minute out of a crazy Saturday to show you my heart and my passion – super seniors, old dogs, medical dogs, the ones no one ever seems to wat to adopt. This picture is of Bubba and Marie, Bubbas about 17 and lost his bonded mate at the beginning of the year. He’s so arthritic he can hardly walk some days, he has not teef, and loves to sleep in the laundry room next to the warmth of the dryer. Marie is 15 and blind. Her coat is like velvet, she loves to sleep in the sun – even when it’s way too hot outside to be safe for her to do that. Since Peaches passed away, she has comforted Bubba and frequently sleeps tucked into him – providing each other warmth and comfort. This is why I do what I do. ❤️❤️❤️ … See MoreSee Less
When you have to go back and follow up with the doctor and you decide to be cute for him ❤️
Roo 💕 she is doing well, The Animal Hospital of North Charleston is amazing – Dr I yesterday, Dr D today and Megan as our vet tech both days taking such great care of us! Roo may need further debridement, but watching her closely … See MoreSee Less
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❤️🩹❤️🩹❤️🩹❤️🩹We have 2 of our dogs at the vet today – brand new Lincoln and our sanctuary Roo and are looking at about $800 in vet bills for them. Can you help? It looks like Roo was bitten by some kind of bug while out in the yard yesterday and needs debridement and medication. Lincoln needs his leg x-rayed, and we don’t know what additional treatment yet- but he is feisty and will need sedation for that. His bill is already around $250 We would appreciate any help
Venmo @Janet-Chicka
PayPal. Donations@CindyLousSanctuary.org
Call for direct donation to our vet: Animal Hospital of North Charleston (843) 552-8278
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Bashful and I are sending out another big thank you to Friends of Berkeley County Animal Center for another great donation of pee pads, puppy food, and dog gates! We put it all to immediate use with the 7 dwarves!! Thank you so much for supporting us! … See MoreSee Less
Sleepy is popping in to say a big thank you to everyone who has sent things off their wishlist! We’ve already started started receiving items – including some great chew toys and food! The toys are all in with the pups and they are ENTHUSIASTIC!!!!! … See MoreSee Less
Anyone have extra time to volunteer at the sanctuary this week for dinner time? I could use some help! Any evening around 4:00ish? … See MoreSee Less
We could use a few things for the 7 new puppies that just arrived! Here’s a wishlist! … See MoreSee Less
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Oh my gosh guys! Cuteness overload!!! Today Pilots for Paws flew in 7 puppies and a sweet Pom boy to us! The Pom boy we have named Lincoln – he has a sore foot and is only 5 years old- he is sweet and wants a person who he can be with all the time!!!
The 7 puppies came to us named for the 7 dwarves – so we are keeping that for now. They are 10 weeks and all about 6ish pounds. And cute beyond belief! There’s at least two that have 2 different eye colors and they are all gorgeous! There are 5 girls and 2 boys, they’ve have their first shots, been treated for fleas and hookworms and are happy little babies! We will get everyone to the vet, and will immediately start taking adoption and/or foster applications!
I’ve also made a wishlist for them (we have no puppy toys! Yikes!) I will get pictures posted of each of the puppies tomorrow- with their names and all! If you’d like to help with vet bills you can Venmo @Jant-Chicka PayPal: Donations@CindyLousSanctuary.org, or call our vet directly and make a donation to our account – Animal Hospital of North Charleston: (843) 552-8278
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Our pilot and the puppies! … See MoreSee Less
Pilots for Paws arrives … See MoreSee Less
Update on our two very sick girls – Lucy is settled into her new temp foster and is doing well, eating, taking her meds, spent some time out in the sun today! She has started meds for her collapsing trachea and they seem to be helping
Ruby is also finally showing improvement! She has begun eating and is taking her meds! Ruby has even been playing with some new toys! We are thrilled. We are so thankful to Heather, Jennifer and Josie for the love and care they are lavishing on these little girls! … See MoreSee Less
FOSTERS!!!!! Help! There are 7! (Yes, 7) 10 week old puppies at one of my partner shelters in desperate need of freedom – they have shots and are basically healthy. I need fosters who can help save these tiny babies – all are right around 6 pounds at 10 weeks old. They were brought in by a homeless gentleman who could not care for them and wanted them to have a chance! I’d like them to go in pairs – or if you could take an older dog to foster and free up space at the sanctuary that would be great too! Pilots for Paws will fly them here on Monday so there’s not much time to figure it out – CAN YOU HELP SAVE A TINY LIFE?! … See MoreSee Less