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.


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I also did a thing – while the babies were having surgery I ran down to Aikens and picked up 3 terrified dachshunds with the help of a new rescue friend. They were so scared when I loaded them up – but they are very friendly!! These boys are young adults, neutered, up to date on shots! See MoreSee Less

I also did a thing - while the babies were having surgery I ran down to Aikens and picked up 3 terrified dachshunds with the help of a new rescue friend. They were so scared when I loaded them up - but they are very friendly!!  These boys are young adults, neutered, up to date on shots!Image attachmentImage attachment+2Image attachment

💕💕 Well we did it! Yesterday we took a pile of puppers from Moncks Corner to our friends at PetCare of Newberry for a pile of surgeries! Oliver, Roxie and Bella had their neuter/spays, Bella also had a huge dental and lost all her awful teefers! Roxie had massive tumors removed from her girlie bits and Sophia had multiple mammary tumors removed. All the dogs are home, resting and healing – please send big prayers for quick recoveries – thank you to everyone who donated towards their surgeries – we could not have done it without each and every one of you! ❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹 See MoreSee Less

💕💕 Well we did it! Yesterday we took a pile of puppers from Moncks Corner to our friends at PetCare of Newberry for a pile of surgeries! Oliver, Roxie and Bella had their neuter/spays, Bella also had a huge dental and lost all her awful teefers! Roxie had massive tumors removed from her girlie bits and Sophia had multiple mammary tumors removed. All the dogs are home, resting and healing - please send big prayers for quick recoveries - thank you to everyone who donated towards their surgeries - we could not have done it without each and every one of you! ❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹Image attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment

Could anyone help transport 3 small dogs tomorrow (Monday) from Aiken, SC towards Newberry?? See MoreSee Less

We had an amazing day yesterday at the Puppy Love event and are so pleased to announce that Darlene and Tom Fernandez adopted our sweet Mia! It was a joy to watch her melt into their arms! Happy life sweet girl See MoreSee Less

We had an amazing day yesterday at the Puppy Love event and are so pleased to announce that Darlene and Tom Fernandez adopted our sweet Mia!   It was a joy to watch her melt into their arms! Happy life sweet girl

We are taking the babies on Monday! We are getting so close to our goals! Can you help push us over the edge?? ❤️❤️❤️ See MoreSee Less

We are taking the babies on Monday!  We are getting so close to our goals! Can you help push us over the edge?? ❤️❤️❤️Image attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment

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Our wonderful Teri Degopunk is donating g a portion of every commission this month to our sanctuary! Who do you need to gift with a portrait?? Or have you had your besties done up? She is amazing!! See MoreSee Less

Our wonderful Teri Degopunk is donating g a portion of every commission this month to our sanctuary!  Who do you need to gift with a portrait??  Or have you had your besties done up?  She is amazing!!

💕💕A very huge shout out of thanks to The Art of Dog Grooming by Tina! She has Shadow and Missy looking their absolute best! Aren’t they gorgeous?? You are wonderful Tina!! 💕💕💕 See MoreSee Less

💕💕A very huge shout out of thanks to The Art of Dog Grooming by Tina!  She has Shadow and Missy looking their absolute best!  Aren’t they gorgeous?? You are wonderful Tina!! 💕💕💕Image attachment

Milo takes a treat – 5 days to get him to this point – patience and love will bring him around! ❤️❤️ See MoreSee Less

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AVAILABLE DOGS – interested? Please fill out an application on our website: CindyLousSanctuary.org See MoreSee Less

AVAILABLE DOGS - interested?  Please fill out an application on our website: CindyLousSanctuary.orgImage attachmentImage attachment+Image attachment

Sometimes when things are going so right they go so heartbreakingly wrong. Our sweet Bear who last weekend went out on a foster to adopt and has spent this week doing everything and having so much fun and one on one love, went into acute congestive heart failure this morning and despite being rushed to the hospital and their valiant efforts, he passed away. His X-rays when compared to his X-rays of about 2 months ago show dramatic changes. We are completely heart broken for Bear and his foster parents who texted me on Thursday saying they were in love and felt they were a go to adopt him. We send our love to them for giving him the best week ever, and our thanks to Dr D. And Heidi and the team at North Charleston Animal Hospital for trying everything to save him. Run free until we meet again at the rainbow bridge sweet Bear. See MoreSee Less

Sometimes when things are going so right they go so heartbreakingly wrong.  Our sweet Bear who last weekend went out on a foster to adopt and has spent this week doing everything and having so much fun and one on one love, went into acute congestive heart failure this morning and despite being rushed to the hospital and their valiant efforts, he passed away.   His X-rays when compared to his X-rays of about 2 months ago show dramatic changes. We are completely heart broken for Bear and his foster parents who texted me on Thursday saying they were in love and felt they were a go to adopt him.   We send our love to them for giving him the best week ever, and our thanks to Dr D. And Heidi and the team at North Charleston Animal Hospital for trying everything to save him. Run free until we meet again at the rainbow bridge sweet Bear.Image attachment

UPDATE: Welcome Milo! We loved all the suggestions and tried them all out, Milo was the one he responded to. (Flicked his eyes at me) 💕

Made an early morning run to Marion County Animal Shelter today to pull this sweet boy – he was surrendered yesterday by his owner who was being evicted from their home and could no longer care for him. He is terrified as you can see, but not aggressive. We are searching for a brand new name for him to give him a fresh start! We’d love to hear your ideas in the comments!! We did convince him to stick his nose out of his open crate to pick up some freeze dried chicken so he’s on his way!
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UPDATE:  Welcome Milo!   We loved all the suggestions and tried them all out, Milo was the one he responded to. (Flicked his eyes at me) 💕

Made an early morning run to Marion County Animal Shelter today to pull this sweet boy - he was surrendered yesterday by his owner who was being evicted from their home and could no longer care for him.  He is terrified as you can see, but not aggressive.  We are searching for a brand new name for him to give him a fresh start!  We’d love to hear your ideas in the comments!!  We did convince him to stick his nose out of his open crate to pick up some freeze dried chicken so he’s on his way!Image attachmentImage attachment

UPDATE: we have found the owner, due to a number of circumstances they have asked us to assist with Him – his name is Snickers and he will be staying with us as we get home ready for his new furever home! Please no hate comments – they have made the best decision fore Snickers

We made a late evening run to Summerville to help out a young lady who found a stray a couple days ago, this sweet pup will finish out his stray hold with us and then get all his vetting done, and will be loved on by all before we work st finding him a wonderful forever home! Welcome Punkin to Cindy Lou’s!
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UPDATE:  we have found the owner, due to a number of circumstances they have asked us to assist with Him - his name is Snickers and he will be staying with us as we get home ready for his new furever home!  Please no hate comments - they have made the best decision fore Snickers 

We made a late evening run to Summerville to help out a young lady who found a stray a couple days ago, this sweet pup will finish out his stray hold with us and then get all his vetting done, and will be loved on by all before we work st finding him a wonderful forever home!  Welcome Punkin to Cindy Lou’s!

Spencer update – our sweet boy who had hip surgery a couple of weeks ago is doing great! His stitches are out and he is up and running around. We are so thankful for everyone who donated to make this possible and for the surgeon and staff at PetCare of Newberry who provided the care! We are so grateful that this amazing boy now has a chance at a wonderful life!! See MoreSee Less

Spencer update - our sweet boy who had hip surgery a couple of weeks ago is doing great! His stitches are out and he is up and running around. We are so thankful for everyone who donated to make this possible and for the surgeon and staff at PetCare of Newberry who provided the care! We are so grateful that this amazing boy now has a chance at a wonderful life!!Image attachmentImage attachment

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Welcome to Cindy Lou’s Sanctuary OLIVER! Thanks for all the great suggestions- I couldn’t pick – so I put all the names on the wheel and spun! I just posted the spin!! See MoreSee Less

Welcome to Cindy Lou’s Sanctuary OLIVER!  Thanks for all the great suggestions- I couldn’t pick - so I put all the names on the wheel and spun!  I just posted the spin!!

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If you’d like to use Zelle for donations we have that set up now!

Donations@CindyLousSanctuary.org

Thank you in advance!
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If you’d like to use Zelle for donations we have that set up now!  

Donations@CindyLousSanctuary.org

Thank you in advance!

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We have met the match challenge and are more than half way to our goal! Can you help put us over the top and send these babies to surgery next Monday?
Venmo: @Janet-Chicka
PayPal: Donations@CindyLousSanctuary.org
Zelle: Donations@CindyLousSanctuary.org

Every Dollar helps!

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DONOR MATCH CHALLENGE!!!!
I have an anonymous donor who will match up to $500 in donations to help us make surgery happen for these babies! Can you spare $10? Can we blow this up and reach our goal?? These sweet babies will be adoptable once they’ve had their surgeries!! Please help! 💵💸❤️❤️‍🩹❤️🐾
Thank you!!

❤️💵 SURGERY ALERT! We need your help, we have 4 of our sweet little babies going for surgery on February 10th and need to raise $2,000 to make it happen- can you help? Thank you in advance! Every dollar helps! 💕🐾
Sophia needs mammary tumors removed
Roxie needs large vaginal tumors removed and a spay
Tiny Bella needs a spay
Oliver needs a neuter
When these are done these four will be ready for adoption! Can you help them take this big step to their forever homes??
Zelle: Donations@CindyLousSanctuary.org
Venmo: @Janet-Chicka
PayPal: Donations@CindyLousSanctuary.org
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We have met the match challenge and are more than half way to our goal!  Can you help put us over the top and send these babies to surgery next Monday? 
Venmo: @Janet-Chicka
PayPal: Donations@CindyLousSanctuary.org
Zelle: Donations@CindyLousSanctuary.org

Every Dollar helps! 

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DONOR MATCH CHALLENGE!!!!  
I have an anonymous donor who will match up to $500 in donations to help us make surgery happen for these babies!    Can you spare $10?  Can we blow this up and reach our goal??  These sweet babies will be adoptable once they’ve had their surgeries!! Please help! 💵💸❤️❤️‍🩹❤️🐾
Thank you!! 

❤️💵 SURGERY ALERT!  We need your help, we have 4 of our sweet little babies going for surgery on February 10th and need to raise $2,000 to make it happen- can you help?   Thank you in advance!  Every dollar helps! 💕🐾
Sophia needs mammary tumors removed
Roxie needs large vaginal tumors removed and a spay
Tiny Bella needs a spay
Oliver needs a neuter 
When these are done these four will be ready for adoption! Can you help them take this big step to their forever homes?? 
Zelle: Donations@CindyLousSanctuary.org
Venmo: @Janet-Chicka
PayPal: Donations@CindyLousSanctuary.orgImage attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment

Update- and the spin of the wheel chose OLIVER! Thanks for all the suggestions- we loved them all! I just posted the spin!

Our newest rescue! 3 year old Brussels Griffon/Maltese Mix Male! Sweet as can be – let’s find him a new name! I’ll put all your suggestions together and pull one out!
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Update- and the spin of the wheel chose OLIVER!  Thanks for all the suggestions- we loved them all!  I just posted the spin! 

Our newest rescue!  3 year old Brussels Griffon/Maltese Mix Male!  Sweet as can be -  let’s find him a new name! I’ll put all your suggestions together and pull one out!Image attachment

Rolf says to heck with this weather – wake me up when it’s warm out!! See MoreSee Less

Rolf says to heck with this weather - wake me up when it’s warm out!!

There must be 20 beds, along with fluffy crate pads, blankets, etc here… Tony decided the best place to fall asleep was on one slipper 🐾❤️🤣 See MoreSee Less

There must be 20 beds, along with fluffy crate pads, blankets, etc here… Tony decided the best place to fall asleep was on one slipper 🐾❤️🤣

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It’s a once a decade snow day here in Moncks Corner, SC! We are taking advantage and having a snuggly day! What is everyone doing? Hope yall are staying safe and loving on your dogs! Stay warm! See MoreSee Less

It’s a once a decade snow day here in Moncks Corner, SC!  We are taking advantage and having a snuggly day!  What is everyone doing? Hope yall are staying safe and loving on your dogs! Stay warm!Image attachmentImage attachment

Our sweet Petey Peanut met his new Daddy this weekend! We are so excited to tell you that Petey Peanut went all the way to Baton Rouge to his new home! Thanks to Anthony Ditrio at Cam’s Rescue & Transport we were able to meet Peteys new Dad in Biloxi. They are doing great and I’ve been getting daily updates on their antics and activities! Happy tails sweet Petey! Thanks so much to Tammy for fostering! ❤️❤️ See MoreSee Less

Our sweet Petey Peanut met his new Daddy this weekend! We are so excited to tell you that Petey Peanut went all the way to Baton Rouge to his new home! Thanks to Anthony Ditrio at Cams Rescue & Transport we were able to meet Peteys new Dad in Biloxi.  They are doing great and I’ve been getting daily updates on their antics and activities! Happy tails sweet Petey!  Thanks so much to Tammy for fostering! ❤️❤️Image attachment

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Little Taz update – his bloodwork is perfectly perfect! We are starting seizure meds since his first was such a violent seizure and will be monitoring him closely. He is currently monitoring me closely and says he’s is doing OK! See MoreSee Less

Little Taz update - his bloodwork is perfectly perfect! We are starting seizure meds since his first was such a violent seizure and will be monitoring him closely.  He is currently monitoring me closely and says he’s is doing OK!

Monday afternoon and back at the Vet again – this time for Taz – he had a big seizure and still doesn’t feel himself. See MoreSee Less

Monday afternoon and back at the Vet again - this time for Taz - he had a big seizure and still doesn’t feel himself.Image attachment

Friday morning vet visit! We are really just here for tiny Bella – but she likes to travel with an entourage! Where are my teeny Chi lovers!! ❤️❤️ See MoreSee Less

Friday morning vet visit!  We are really just here for tiny Bella - but she likes to travel with an entourage!  Where are my teeny Chi lovers!! ❤️❤️Image attachment

We had a great day at Pet Supplies Plus! Now everyone is ready to head back to the sanctuary for a nap! See MoreSee Less

We had a great day at Pet Supplies Plus!  Now everyone is ready to head back to the sanctuary for a nap!

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Venmo for Cams rescue is: @Camsrescue

Hey friends – here’s some awesome news! Petey Peanut has a potential adopter! He has a friend that has fallen in love with him and wants him to come live with him I. Baton Rouge! We have a great friend who does transport – he has a 501c3 charity to make that happen – if you would like to help with Petey transport costs here is his Venmo! Thanks so much Anthony Ditrio at Cam’s Rescue & Transport!
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Venmo for Cams rescue is:  @Camsrescue

Hey friends - here’s some awesome news!  Petey Peanut has a potential adopter!  He has a friend that has fallen in love with him and wants him to come live with him I. Baton Rouge!   We have a great friend who does transport - he has a 501c3 charity to make that happen - if you would like to help with Petey transport costs here is his Venmo!  Thanks so much Anthony Ditrio at Cams Rescue & Transport!Image attachment

Spencer says look at me go! He was up and outside for potty today even in the wretched weather! He is spending most of his time relaxing and healing with his cozy blankies Foster momma Tammy Glee Smith says he is doing well and is the sweetest, handsomest boy! ❤️❤️❤️ See MoreSee Less

Spencer says look at me go!  He was up and outside for potty today even in the wretched weather!  He is spending most of his time relaxing and healing with his cozy blankies  Foster momma Tammy says he is doing well and is the sweetest, handsomest boy! ❤️❤️❤️Image attachment

Spencer is back at his foster mommas, resting well and doing fine! Now he just needs some time to heal and he will be ready to find his forever home! ❤️ we are so grateful to everyone who has helped support his surgery! He will have follow up appointments and we will be able to cover those along with being able to pay for the surgery in full today! Yall rock!!!! Thank you Thank you Thank you!!!!!! See MoreSee Less

Spencer is back at his foster mommas, resting well and doing fine!  Now he just needs some time to heal and he will be ready to find his forever home! ❤️ we are so grateful to everyone who has helped support his surgery!  He will have follow up appointments and we will be able to cover those along with being able to pay for the surgery in full today! Yall rock!!!!   Thank you Thank you Thank you!!!!!!

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Looking for a cutie pie? We’ve got ‘em!!! See MoreSee Less

Looking for a cutie pie?  We’ve got ‘em!!!Image attachmentImage attachment+Image attachment

We had our newest bonded pair- Peaches (black and tan) and Bubba to the Vet yesterday. They’re doing pretty well for 15 year-old, mostly toothless, super arthritic, extremely sweet babies.! peaches has a bit of an intestinal thing that we are working on and they both need pain management  See MoreSee Less

We had our newest bonded pair- Peaches (black and tan) and Bubba to the Vet yesterday. They’re doing pretty well for 15 year-old, mostly toothless, super arthritic, extremely sweet babies.! peaches has a bit of an intestinal thing that we are working on and they both need pain management 

Spencer’s surgery is next week! We are still collecting to help with his costs – any amount will help 🐾❤️❤️💸❤️‍🩹❤️🐾Spencer – our sweet boy! He is asking g for your help for a better new year! Spencer dislocated his hip and it turns out he needs FHO surgery to fix it. We are scheduled for January 8th and need to raise about $800 to cover his expenses for surgery and aftercare. Can you help give this sweet boy back his life? Thank you in advance! ❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹
Venmo: @Janet-Chicka
PayPal: Donations@CindyLousSanctuary.org
Or click below!
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Spencer’s surgery is next week! We are still collecting to help with his costs - any amount will help 🐾❤️❤️

When it’s time to make a vet run! Off we go in the wagon! See MoreSee Less

When it’s time to make a vet run! Off we go in the wagon!

💸❤️‍🩹❤️🐾Spencer – our sweet boy! He is asking g for your help for a better new year! Spencer dislocated his hip and it turns out he needs FHO surgery to fix it. We are scheduled for January 8th and need to raise about $800 to cover his expenses for surgery and aftercare. Can you help give this sweet boy back his life? Thank you in advance! ❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹
Venmo: @Janet-Chicka
PayPal: Donations@CindyLousSanctuary.org
Or click below!
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💸❤️‍🩹❤️🐾Spencer - our sweet boy! He is asking g for your help for a better new year!  Spencer dislocated his hip and it turns out he needs FHO surgery to fix it.  We are scheduled for January 8th and need to raise about $800 to cover his expenses for surgery and aftercare. Can you help give this sweet boy back his life? Thank you in advance! ❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹
Venmo:  @Janet-Chicka
PayPal:  Donations@CindyLousSanctuary.org
Or click below!

It’s Christmas Eve and my Sous Chefs are all helping me prep for tomorrow! Hope everyone is having a fun and happy Christmas Eve! 🎄🎅🏼❤️ See MoreSee Less

It’s Christmas Eve and my Sous Chefs are all helping me prep for tomorrow! Hope everyone is having a fun and happy Christmas Eve! 🎄🎅🏼❤️

Big thanks to The Art of Dog Grooming by Tina – she worked her magic on Pearl and Sophia! Aren’t they fabulous?? Thank you so much Tina!! See MoreSee Less

Big thanks to The Art of Dog Grooming by Tina - she worked her magic on Pearl and Sophia!  Aren’t they fabulous??  Thank you so much Tina!!Image attachment

Christmas Joy is happening! Our lovely Teddy was recently adopted and is settling in wonderfully with his new family! ❤️❤️ See MoreSee Less

Christmas Joy is happening!  Our lovely Teddy was recently adopted and is settling in wonderfully with his new family! ❤️❤️

Welcome to Cindy Lou’s Bubba and Peaches! A bonded pair of 15 year old dachshunds who’s owner loved them dearly but has ended up in a nursing home and their is no family to take them. Big thanks to Herb Watson for going to get them and bring them safely to the Sanctuary. ❤️❤️ See MoreSee Less

Welcome to Cindy Lou’s Bubba and Peaches!  A bonded pair of 15 year old dachshunds who’s owner loved them dearly but has ended up in a nursing home and their is no family to take them.  Big thanks to Herb Watson for going to get them and bring them safely to the Sanctuary. ❤️❤️

Our sweet Jazz crossed the Rainbow Bridge this afternoon, leaving a hole in our hearts and overwhelming sadness tonight for all the little ones that we don’t get to love on that are in her condition. Jazz was sweet and loving, I’m not sure her feet ever touched the ground once she arrived at the sanctuary as her happy place was in a lap and we were all happy to oblige. We did our best to erase as much of the bad as we could in the short time she was with us.
She was not with us long but touched us deeply and her memory will push us to continue to rescue others in her predicament Tonight I’m holding my furbabies close, I hope you are too and we thank you for the love and prayers you have poured out on our sweet Jazz. Run free sweet girl til we meet again 💔🌈
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Our sweet Jazz crossed the Rainbow Bridge this afternoon, leaving a hole in our hearts and overwhelming sadness tonight for all the little ones that we don’t get to love on that are in her condition. Jazz was sweet and loving, I’m not sure her feet ever touched the ground once she arrived at the sanctuary as her happy place was in a lap and we were all happy to oblige.  We did our best to erase as much of the bad as we could in the short time she was with us. 
She was not with us long but touched us deeply and her memory will push us to continue to rescue others in her predicament   Tonight I’m holding my furbabies close, I hope you are too and we thank you for the love and prayers you have poured out on our sweet Jazz.  Run free sweet girl til we meet again 💔🌈Image attachment
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