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.
Hey everyone! Teri is the amazing artist who designed our logo! Looking for an awesome gift or portrait of a beloved dog or person for yourself? She is donating $10 from every commission this month to Cindy Lou’s Legacy Sanctuary !!! Message her for more information – Teri DegopunkHey it’s still April! My charity of the month is Cindy Lou’s Legacy Sanctuary Mother’s Day is coming up and spring is here (tho we are supposed to get snow tomorrow 🫣) I am #openforcommissions and $10 from every drawing goes to the rescue #portrait #petportrait #memorialportrait #markerdrawing on paper … See MoreSee Less
Our Super Seniors, Pee Wee and Rex arrived today- they have been at Pet Care Animal Hospital of Newberry having a medical tube up – shots, dental, neuter for Rex, bloodwork. We are happy they are here and do thankful to everyone at Newberry and especially to Friends of Berkeley County Animal Center for their amazing donation to cover the medical care! These two will be going to a very special foster home on Saturday They are both sweet loves! … See MoreSee Less
I’m still trying to find placement for Walter – if you know anyone who could help, please have them reach out to me! … See MoreSee Less
Last night my foster was leash walking two of our babies, June Bug and Shadow when an unleashed, unfenced, unsupervised German shepherd came across the street and attacked. We are very lucky it was not worse. Both dogs are ok and foster was not injured. I want to thank officer Kiemele who came and helped, a big thanks to Island Pet Urgent Care who took great care of them so late last night and of course a big thanks to The Animal Hospital of North Charleston where we are currently doing follow up with Shadow who has the worse of the injuries. Please keep you dogs (of any size ) leashed or fenced and supervised – so many little lives depend on it! … See MoreSee Less
I say often and truthfully that I cannot do this without all of you, supporters, donors, adopters, volunteers. Tonight I want to say an extra thank you to one of our volunteers who has one of the most giving hearts I know. She is one of the regular day time crew, and this past week when my other crew was on vacay she showed up every weekday to help take care of the dogs. She does so much of the unglory work – cleaning crates, mopping, getting dogs in and out, folding laundry, so much of the day to day stuff. But she also helps at events, and sews collar tags, and runs our sales table, and when she’s not volunteering for us, she’s volunteer testing for things like Friends of Berkeley County Animal Center low cost clinic days! She also helps transport our crew to our surgery partner, and is up for pretty much anything! She is truly special and we are blessed to have her as a core volunteer on our team. She adopted Bug from us and is currently fostering Champ. And the little dog in the picture? That’s Jaspar, her favorite at the sanctuary (included just for fun- he’s going to his furever family soon!) Patty, thank you for everything you do! … See MoreSee Less
The puppies are booping in to say a big Thanks to Goose Creek Antique Mall – they chose Cindy Lou’s as their sanctuary of the month for March and sent us a $500 check! We are so blessed with local support! … See MoreSee Less
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Everyone who knows me, knows my heart is firmly rooted in loving and caring for senior dogs, taking care of the tiniest, oldest, sickest of our beloved fur babies – this is most certainly true. When I close my eyes and imagine my sanctuary it’s full of super seniors, down dogs, so many frosty faces – all enjoying the sunshine and love. Then I open my eyes and realize that god must be the ultimate comedian or prankster. It has happened again. I got a call, puppies and a momma in desperate need. Strays in a high risk shelter – puppies at risk- too young to be exposed – can you help. Deep breath, mental gymnastics, and yes – I’ll come in the morning. Still dark, heading out, puppies secure, back to the sanctuary. 7 stinky puppies. 9 weeks old, 3-4 pounds each, big wormy bellies, they have had their first baths and dewormer, dinner and are tucked in bed. Momma is a dachshund mix (looks chiweenie) who will be coming next week after she has medical. Thanks to the folks who sent puppy food today- we are going to need lots of it!!!
We have it listed on our Amazon wishlist pinned at the top of our page – if you want to buy some and send it from somewhere else – we use Hills Science Puppy Small Bites dry kibble
I’m so lucky to be able to say yes to these little lives – thank you all for making that possible! … See MoreSee Less
Saturday we will be at the Foxbank spring event! 10-2:00 we will have some of our adoptable dogs and we would love to have you come out and say hi! The address is 134 Yorkshire Dr, Moncks Corner … See MoreSee Less
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I just can’t believe these pups have not been adopted yet! Would you like to meet them? We will be at Foxbank plantations vendor event this Saturday from 10:00-2:00! At the pavilion/playground – come meet them! They are mixed breed 11 weeks old, all girls! Medium size … See MoreSee Less
Anthony Ditrio reached out to me about helping with Lucy and has offered to foster her near Charlotte! She is scared, but settling in with Anthony and Cait – we appreciate them so much! … See MoreSee Less
Yesterday these two sweet babies came to our care from an owner going into care. The daughter reached out to us earlier this week and we said yes. They are 15 and 16 and need immediate care. Thanks to Brittin Danyail Padgett and PetCare Animal Hospital of Newberry they are spending some time there and getting the care they need before coming to us. If you would like to help with a donation we would so thankful! If you would like to foster please send me a message!
Donate below, through Venmo or PayPal, or call the clinic directly at +1 (803) 276-2498 and let them know it is for Cindy Lou’s Sanctuary to care for Rex and PeeWee
Venmo: @Janet-Chicka
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I am still desperately searching for a foster for Walter. We have a hard out date for his current foster for next week and I have no place that I can take him to. Please share, please reach out if you have been thinking about possibly fostering. No children. Please please help! … See MoreSee Less
Yesterday while we were with the puppies at Hollywood Fedd our good friend Anthony at Cam's Rescue & Transport was giving this sweet senior his freedom ride! We are welcoming Corby, a 10 year old senior chihuahua to Cindy Lou’s and so thankful for Anthony! … See MoreSee Less
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Today’s the day! Come out to Hollywood Feed in Carnes Crossing from 10:00-1:00 and meet Squirt, Lucky, Pepper and Cookie! They are 10 week old puppies ready for adoption – currently between 8-9 pounds each and have had first two shots … See MoreSee Less
Help!
Does anyone have the ability to help with Walter – he has become more aggressive with his people over space and barriers – I need an experienced foster – he is about 25 pounds and I need immediate help – PLEASE! I have a trainer who will come out and work with him but I need to get him to a new place immediately … See MoreSee Less
Hi everyone! I’m searching for a new foster for Walter!!! He is a great dog but a bit mouthy and his current foster has a very young child. He really needs a home with adults and no young (under 12) children. He is too big to come to the sanctuary so I’m in deep need! Please reach out if you are interested – we provide everything you need!! … See MoreSee Less
Yesterday we joyfully welcomed this sweet little boy to the sanctuary. He was found on a mountain completely matted and emaciated, taken to a shelter we work with regularly and they made a call to see if we could help. One look at that face and my heart melted. Thanks to shelter volunteer Jacqueline and our volunteer and foster Jennifer we were able to transport him to the sanctuary Today we got him straight to our wonderful vet, The Animal Hospital of North Charleston. We have a refeeding schedule set up and extra vitamins but this boy has a ways to go. He is currently 9 pounds and Dr D thinks he should probably be
25ish to be a healthy weight. We stopped at Hollywood Feed after for some extra loves and a treat and the wonderful manager, Cathy, said he looks like a Rocky – because he’s a fighter! So welcome to the Sanctuary Rocky! We are all fighting with you and can’t wait to see you bloom! … See MoreSee Less
Bella is so adorable! And available! Apply at: CindyLousSanctuary.org … See MoreSee Less
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One more happy little intake to share – this is Jack! He is a 6 year old Chinese crested fluff! He is funny and sweet and loves EVERYONE! He will be at our event today at Charleston Sports Pub in Goose Creek from 1-4 … See MoreSee Less
I have to catch up on Intakes! Here are Mowgli and Lainey – Mowgli is a young, limited vision boy and Lainey is a young petite beagle! We are working up Mowgli, if you want to meet Lainey, she will be at Charleston Sports Pub with us today from 1-4 in Goose Creek … See MoreSee Less
Yesterday I got one of those calls – there’s a dog who has to leave or he will be euthanized – horrible back story – taken in covered in Matt’s and feces and fleas. Taken directly to local animal er and shaved down and treated, stabilized and then taken to shelter. Very rough shape. I got the call yesterday morning at 10:32 – at 3:00 he had been flown in thanks to Matt at Pilots for Paws and I was rushing him to see our amazing Dr D at The Animal Hospital of North Charleston. He was shaking so hard and very disoriented. Thanks to the team he is doing well, is stable and has started medication to help with his issues. He had a good nights sleep, ate and drank. And walked around the yard a little bit this morning (maybe 15 feet). He came to us a shaggy, but we’ve decided he needs a noble name so we are calling him Franklin Sterling. Welcome to the Sanctuary sweet boy. We love you already. He is a senior and we think a toy poodle mix, big heart murmur, old man neuro issue, horrible teeth, collapsing trachea, just to get started. If you’d like to help you can donate below or send to our Venmo or PayPal. Thanks in advance!
Venmo: @Janet-Chicka
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Join us tomorrow (Saturday, March 28th) from 1:00-4:00 at Charleston Sports Pub – Goose Creek we will be on the covered patio with some of our adoptable babies! Come see the puppies- Beau, Bentley, Scout and CD along with some of our adult dogs who are available! … See MoreSee Less
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The little black puppy is CD he is 9 weeks old and is available for adoption. He weighs 2.9 pounds and has had his first 2 shots. He is a Chihuahua mix. The little brown girl is not currently available … See MoreSee Less
National Puppy Day?!?!?! Did I almost miss it?!?! Here’s the new batch that came in on Saturday – the Girls: Lucky, Cookie, Strudel, Squirt, and Pepper – and the lone boy – Niblet! They have had their first shots so they can’t come out to play yet, but the will get their second shots on April 1st (no fooling!). And will be ready for adventures!! They are between 5 and 7 pounds right now and we know nothing of their breed. If you are interested, please put in an application now at: CindyLousSanctuary.org … See MoreSee Less
I cannot believe Bentley and Beau haven’t been adopted yet! These puppies are amazing! They’ve been working with one of volunteers who has training experience and are doing awesome with potty training and manners!! They are 4 months old and have had all their shots! They are about 15 pounds and will be medium sized (20-25 pounds) when fully grown Bentley is a Chihuahua/Feist mix and Beau is a complete mutt! Apply at CindyLousSanctuary.org … See MoreSee Less
Looking for a perfect wine basket raffle? This is from Friends of Berkeley County Animal Center who help us with so many of our surgery babies! … 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.Today we had 6 puppies flown to us by Pilots for Paws from North Carolina. There are 5 girls and one boy. They’ve all had good long baths and been scrubbed thoroughly! No more stinky! They are cute and will be available in just about 2 weeks – as soon as they get their second shots. No I have no idea what breed they are. They are bigger than our usual, so if you’re looking for a medium size puppy- please get your application in now! CindyLousSanctuary.org … See MoreSee Less
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Welcome Chia! Freedom ride and ready to go! … See MoreSee Less
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So this happened yesterday! At their vet appointment Scout was scooped up for a trial at home with Tracy and her pack. Then Scooter had a “love at first sight” adoption. We are thrilled for both boys! … See MoreSee Less
Here comes the fluff! Yesterday we took in 2 bichons – Lucy and Lily! They are sweet and friendly and we are evaluating to see if they are bonded. Lucy is 3, Lily is 13. They both need a groom but are spayed and we got them up to date on shots yesterday. … See MoreSee Less
Next is June Bug a 4 year old Chihuahua who arrived at the shelter with awful skin issues but is doing much much better! She’s a complete snuggle bug and lap lover! Loves to play and is doing great with her foster mom! … See MoreSee Less
Let’s talk intakes! First up – two 3 1/2 month old brothers – Scooter and Scout! Dachshund mixes who are funny and sweet and will be at our event on Saturday! … 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.Please mark your calendar! This Saturday we will be at the metro North Market and Craft Fair from 10:00-2:00. 109 Central Avenue, Goose Creek … See MoreSee Less
It’s really been a weekend – there must be one heck of a party happening at the rain bow bridge. After getting back to the sanctuary, our sassy Mr Tinker, who had stopped eating on Friday decided it was time for him to join his pals across the bridge. He passed peacefully in my arms, having gotten some special love from Tammy too. He was one of the best crabbiest boys I’ve known. He hated anyone touching his face or feet, he hated his eyes drops and being held too much, he loved being in the sunshine and doing the 💩 dance. We loved you and all your quirks! Run free and happy sweet Tinker ❤️🐾🌈💔 … See MoreSee Less
This afternoon I got a call from our amazing foster Maggie Felkers mom. Maggie is away and Winston is failing what do I do? We set up a time to meet- this is what we’ve been expecting since we took this boy in. He came to us with very advanced cancer of the jaw. We didn’t think he’d last a month. Maggie stepped in and said I’d love to fospice him. That was 7 months ago. He had love and joy from Maggie and her mom every single day.
I met Maggie an hour or so later and Winston was already gone, passed peacefully in his bed at home. Loved so well by all who knew him – he was here at the sanctuary for a weekend recently and I’m so glad we had that time to love on him. He will be missed greatly. Fly free across the rainbow bridge until we meet again sweet boy ❤️🐾🌈💔 … 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.This morning as I was gathering up the dogs and getting ready for our event I picked up our sweet Gus and carried him inside, he snuggled into me, took a deep breath and crossed the rainbow bridge. He was 17 and had not had adequate care for a long time, we gave him love and sunshine and comfort. But it couldn’t roll back the clock or the damage already done. I loved him for even the short time we had him. A special thanks to Maria Basini for fostering and transporting him to us. Until we meet again at the bridge my sweet boy- run free and happy ❤️🐾🌈💔 … See MoreSee Less