Still Waiting...but info on Flea/Tick and Heart-worm

My giant greyhound-sized kennel came today, and is laying awkwardly (and largely) in the living room alongside the wall. I'm super excited to have it, but...what do I do with it until December? I wish I could set it up :( But that would be kind of pointless...Here (see below) I found a greyhound from the rescue I'm hoping to adopt from...and she sounds perfect! Hopefully there is a similar girl (colors and all!) for me when I'm ready! See her description here: at Petfinder.comI also cleaned out the corner with the boxes upon boxes of random dog stuff and got it happily organized (mostly). I was disappointed I didn't find more potential...

Cuddles

We're quite sure that you remember Dachshund Rescue of South Florida's piebald Rescue 'Cuddles' from earlier this week. She's looking better after just a week in Rescue! Video by kdunning19 who notes: One morning, DRSF got a plea for help to save a little doxie named Cuddles who was due to be put down... and one person put the plea on facebook.. and one said I will help.. and another and another and more and more... and now the beautiful Cuddles is on her path to her new life... all because you helped her... so thank you.... from DRSF.Follow Cuddles on her facebook page, on the DRSF blog, or make a donation to help her at the DRSF official si...

Friday Dachshund Singalong: Wenn ich mit meinem Dackel

Thank Dog It's Friday!  We love to sing - in any language - especially songs about Dachshunds!   Here the incomparable André Rieu & the Johann Strauss Orchestra perform with Karl Moik and 'Grizzly' the Dachshund at Schönbrunn Palace, Vienna in July 2006.  Via youtuber MartyMcFly33.Here are the lyrics very loosely translated:Have you seen my Dachshund yet?Seen him yet? No, not yet?He is clever and he is beautiful,so very clever, so very beautifulbut only when you see us togetherwill you understand . . .When I return with my Dachshundfrom Grinzing home, I waddlethen people will say"just look at that clever beast"and I'll ask you who do they talk about –not me? surely not me?I just couldn't carry my Dachshund,the short-legged thingsweet like a bunch...

A Wiener Sleeps Tonight

We're not sure if this video documents some tribal Dachshund initiation into the human world or maybe it's a human initiation into the Dachshund world - regardless, 'Po' the Dachshund is certainly getting the last laugh in this fun new video by youtuber jfroomkin.  How are they keeping straight faces?Have a great Frid...

The Wiener-Haus

Some lucky dog will be sleeping in this - or at least playing in it - it's Wiener-Haus,  a 6-foot long, tunnel-like Dachshund facsimile dog house, designed by JPRA Architects of Novi, Michigan, and built by the Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters.  This fine piece of craftsmanship is one of nine different dog houses currently being auctioned off in a silent auction which runs through Sunday to benefit The Oakland Pet Adoption Center in Auburn Hills, Michigan.  Find out more about the auction at the Daily Tribune.  The dog houses for auction are currently on display at Somerset Collection...

Shopping for Dachshunds: Christmas in July

Just 5 months until Christmas - drive all your neighbors crazy this year with this 3-foot-long Lighted Lawn Dachshund:The lawn can be a very difficult place to spruce up for the holidays. There is no need to fret anymore thanks to this festive lawn decoration. The item depicts a lit daschund dressed in a colorful red bow as he too prepares for Christmas. There is a total of 100 incandescent mini lights on 18 gauge wire that are clipped to the 0.25 inch steel frame. This item has been dipped in enamel to provide greater than average protection against rusting. Attached to the bottom of this decoration is a 7 inch yard stake that you can use to...

Ohhh Freesia. Lessons learned, greyhound on the way.

Two weeks left with one of the highest maintenance dogs I've cared for. Freesia has continued her everlasting energy stream (with the exception of after midnight, where she is difficult to even move across a room) but has also learned some lessons along the way. Over the past month, she has learned during her visit(most of them the hard way):1. We NEVER jump on counters. Ever. 2. This is also true of couches, baby gates, and people. Never EVER. 3. Jumping for a ball or toy is also completely unacceptable. Particularly when it leads to knocking people over. 4. When I say sit, or down, it means you stay there until told otherwise. None of...

Vintage Dachshund Beauty

Mr. and Mrs. Erik Holmberg's CH HOLMDACHS CONSTANT FAVORITEBy Erik and Betty Holmberg1995 De La RegenceSt. Bruno, Quebec, CanadaHere is Favorite photographed at 10 1/2 years of age.  He was one of the four top winning Dachshunds in 1962.  In 1963, Favorite was among the six top winners and in 1964, he was one of five that headed the list of top winners.  He was also the Number 2 Smooth Dachshund in the U.S. that year. Champion Favorite's latest of many champion get, Ch. Holmdachs Constant Comment (dog), finished in April 1970 with three majors.Rudi Tauskey says of Favorite, "A truly great dog."  Then Mr. Tauskey adds, "He...

Wirehair Wednesday

THE WIREHAIRED DACHSHUND - from a scratchboard drawing by the late Knuke Huddleston.via the September, 1972 Stud Register edition of THE AMERICAN DACHSHUND magazi...

Kidnapped Dachshund Found Injured Along Highway

We're happy to report that red smooth 'Chandler' is going to be fine after being kidnapped in a burglary at his home on Monday in Tyler, Texas. He was found injured by a busy highway on Tuesday morning, and taken to a vet by Animal Control officers. "This is our miracle Dachshund, did you know that?" said owner, Maureen Parkhill. Read more at KL...

Unrestrained Dachshund Causes Car to Crash into Liquor Store

Thankfully no one was injured yesterday in Woodbury, Minnesota when Dick Coerber smashed his car into a liquor store.  Apparently his Dachshund jumped from his wife's lap onto the accelerator, sending the car crashing into the store.  Watch the news video at KSTP.Get your Hold-A-Dox Harness at Dachshund Delights. Available in many colors in mesh (as shown), or pick your own fabric. We love ours; it's also a walking harness. Harnesses ship for free if ordered by July 31st, 2010. This is a savings of $4.95-$10.95, depending on number of harnesses order...

Dachshunds in Film: Corky Romano

Corky Romano:  In this 2001 movie, Chris Kattan plays Corky Romano, a veterinarian who is forced by his family to infiltrate the local FBI facility to steal evidence incriminating his father, Mafia boss Francis A. "Pops" Romano of racketeering charges.  The film went on to rank #64 on Rotten Tomatoes 100 "Worst of 2001."At least there was a Dachshund.  Thanks to youtuber hjoen3 for uploading these videos.  Above is the Flying Dachshund scene.  And then of course, the resulting mouth to mouth resuscitation scene.&nb...

Pack the Bags and Head to Durban, South Africa

Still haven't taken that summer vacation and need to get away?   Head down to Durban, South Africa, and check yourself in at The Concierge Boutique Bungalows for a few days.  A Dachshund will greet you on the door to your room, on your menu, and in the courtyard upon your arrival (below).  We're betting that there may be one or two real Dachshunds around to greet you as well.  Durban designing duo Greg and Roche Dry sit a spell on the oversized black fiberglass Dachshund, which came from a 35-year-old mould last used back in the days when the beach-front still had an amusement park. Read more about this hotel's designs...

Pet Rock Motivates Doc the Dachshund in Clovis Wiener Nationals

Whatever it takes to get us to the other end of the track at the races - some Wiener Dogs like their favorite toy, ball, treat, or even a piece of fried chicken - just give 'Doc' his pet rock.  Doc participated in the second annual Wienerschnitzel Wiener Nationals in Clovis, New Mexico on Saturday, and his love of his pet rock led him to take 2nd place!   Hats off to the Doctor!  Excerpt from cnj online:David and Laura Martinez didn’t have to guess why their dachshund, Doctor Martinez, placed second even though it was his first year competing.“We coaxed him with his pet rock, not treats,” Laura Martinez said.Martinez...

Operation Cuddles

Meet one-year-old 'Cuddles.'  This sweet piebald gal was surrendered to the Humane Society in Key Largo, Florida with a "bad skin allergy."  After many failed attempts with minimal resources to treat her, she was scheduled for euthanization.  Enter Dachshund Rescue South Florida.  The group was contacted last Monday to see if they could help Cuddles, or even make a donation to pay for a specialist for her.  DRSF decided to take her in, and picked her up from the shelter on Wednesday.  Here's an update on Cuddles from the DRSF blog:When I came home from work this afternoon, I sat with Miss Cuddles and just held...

Battle in Seattle

Dachshunds take the track at Seattle, Washington's Emerald Downs for the 14th Annual STAR 101.5 Wiener Dog Races on Saturday, July 24, 2010.  This is a fun little video of the event by youtuber jumpinpup.'Buster' gives his best run during preliminary in the STAR 101.5 Kent and Alan Wiener Dog Races at Emerald Downs on Thursday July 22, 2010. The winning dogs competed on Saturday.  See 14 very fine photos from the preliminary over at seattle ...

Lean and Mean in Abilene

Dogs run to the finish line as their owners and supporters cheer them on in Abilene116 Long and Lows vied for top dog at the annual Dachshund races sponsored by Rescue the Animals on Thursday in Abilene, Texas.  The event was postponed for 12 days after a rain delay, but the Dachshunds still came out in full force on a new day and location to compete.  Congrats goes out to 'Ace' for taking the crown, who is a Rescue the Animals alumni.   Read all about the event and see 17 fun photos at the Reporter News....

Bathtime

Thanks so much to Barbara Campbell for sending in this fun video of bathtime!  This fits in quite well with our aquatic Dachshund theme we seem to have this summer!  She writes: Dear Joey and Maggie,Our family is run by 2 miniature long haired Dachshunds. Mac is 17 months old... Mia is 15 months old. They are spoiled rotten, as all Dachshunds should be. Our daughter decided to make a short video of bathtime. It is always a fun time here! Enjoy!...

Wiener Races on New Day NW

To promote the upcoming Wienerfest Northwest in Elmo, Washington July 31-August 1, some Dachshund Lovers and their long dogs stopped by New Day NW to talk about our favorite four-legged friends and to have a practice Wiener race!  Do you think the Dachshunds ran in the studio for the cameras?&nb...

Dachshunds on The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson

Craig Ferguson had a doxie on his show yesterday.  Well, almost.  Thanks to our pals 'Honey,' 'Teddy,' and 'Chili' for sending in the photo! ...

Vintage Dachshund Pride

It doesn't matter if it's a century ago or today - we love our Dachshunds.Vintage photo circa 1908; source unknown....

Japanese Dachshund Humor: なんでしゅか？

Sometimes no translation is necessary.  By youtuber minipeace...

Patterns For Paws

Three-year-old Dachshund 'Fin,' sports a green loopy creation designed by Alicia Duncan of International Down & Linen backstage prior to taking part in the 'Patterns for Paws' charity dog fashion show, benefiting The Amanda Foundation, at the Pacific Design Center in the West Hollywood, Calif. on Thursday July 15, 2010.  The event featured Dachshund Lover Cesar Millan, and a special performance by the cast of the hit show Glee!  Photo source....

Dachshunds in Pop Culture: Marlon Brando

Thanks so much to our Portuguese pal 'Oscar' for sending in the link to these newly released beautiful photos of Marlon Brando by Life Magazine.  We can finally set the record straight with real photos of Brando with a Dachshund!  See, no doubt that like you, we're big Brando fans, and the very first 'Dachshunds in Pop Culture' column we posted back in 2007 was of a photo of the legendary screen actor with what appeared to be his Dachshund. After staring at the photo for a few days and comparing it to a photo of a Dachshund who was supposed to be the original 'Toto' in The Wizard of Oz, we realized they were all photoshopped and...

Vancouver Wiener Champ: Joey Delivers Again at Hastings Racecourse

Congratulations to all Sixty-Four Long and Lows who competed for the purse at a showdown Saturday and Sunday in Vancouver, Canada, in the Second Annual 'Wiener Takes All' Dachshund races at Hastings Racecourse.  This is a great video of the Final by youtuber TelePhotoBC who have documented all the heats.  Special congrats goes out to the returning champ, 3.5-year-old red smooth 'Joey,' and his human Nancy Green, for taking the crown again this year.  Way to go!As if that cool video wasn't enough, see fifteen fantastic photos from the event at The Vancouver S...

Love Your Dachshund

I love his beautiful eyes.  I love her long soft hair.  I love his fleshy nose.  I love her silky smooth belly.  I love his leathery ears.  I love her crooked tail. I love his penchant for long walks.  I love her beautiful smile when she bares all her teeth.  I love his wicked laughs.  I love how she can hear other dog's tags from blocks away.  I love his never-ending desire for food.  I love her desire to protect us.  I love his spots.  I love her furry muzzle.  I love the long deep stares from his big brown eyes.  I love her too-quick glances with that gleam in her eye. ...

Luverne MN Hot Dog Nite 2010

A Wiener Dog Beauty Contest, Wiener Races, and 10,000 free hot dogs can mean only one thing:  the Luverne, Minnesota Hot Dog Nite!  This annual event took place last Thursday, July 15, 2010, and our roving reporters 'Oscar' and 'Hans' have graciously provided the scoop again this year with some great photos!  Thanks guys!  They report:Hey Joey and Maggie!Another GREAT Hot Dog Nite is in the books...and it was awesome! As always, we got to see so many of our fellow longdogs, including a lot more wirehairs than in years past. The beauty pageant had some very creative costumes, and the race action was as thrilling...

Dachshunds: The Noisiest Dogs In New York City

Who, Me?Labels.  Hhhmph.  We've had a run at being called the oldest dogs as well as the most aggressive dogs, and now we're being called the noisiest dogs.  What's a Dachshund to do?  Certainly we are the most lovable dogs, right?  Meet one of Ruth Carmelitano O'Sullivan's two Dachshunds, who are the noisiest dogs in New York City.  Yep, 'Elizabeth' and 'Emily' have had 2 animal noise violations issued against them, the most issued to anyone in New York City over the last year.  Excerpt from the New York Daily News:One neighbor at the John Jay House co-op on E. 76th St. said residents "suffered through [the...

11-Year-Old Dachshund Survives 4 Weeks in the Wilderness

If you're looking for some of that Dachshund inspiration to kick off your Monday with a bang, you've come to the right place.  Meet beautiful 11-year-old 'Honey,' and his human Denise Beirnes, who hail from West Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.  They were out doing some off-leash hiking in the woods around Capilano River with 'Eddie,' the other Dachshund in the family, when all of a sudden Honey was just gone and nowhere to be found.  Excerpt from North Shore News:"I looked around and he was gone," Beirnes said. "So I am calling and calling and calling him and there is no response, so we started this all-out search."Despite...

Dachshund Relaxation: Diving Dachshund is CRAZY about Swimming!

If I should take a notionTo jump into the oceanAin't nobody's business if I do ~ Billie Holidayvia youtuber Verysupercool who notes:Martin, a.k.a. Mr. Paddles, is CRAZY for the water! When he is near water he can not help but to bark and/or cry with delight... and then dive in! We adopted our boy Martin from Central Texas Dachshund Rescue. He has a bad heart, and he's on lots of medication, but he still LOVES to swim. He can't swim nearly as much as he used to, but it he can get a few dives in and paddle around the pool for a few minutes, he is one very happy boy!There are lots more dogs like Martin online. Please consider adopting or donating to Central Texas Dachshund Rescue.Have an awesome Frid...

Thank Dog It's Friday!

Patrick by flickrer Dachshund ClubeSmiles everyone....SMILES!  See more smiling Patrick at flic...

A MAN WHO LIKES DOGS

A MAN WHO LIKES DOGSby Paul Coatesfor the Los Angeles Times some time in 1965There is an aged theory (probably first advanced by Dr. Ross for his own selfish reasons), that you can always trust a man who likes dogs.And they also argue that every boy should have one.It builds character, they tell us.That is simply not true.Perhaps it builds character for a dog.  But it does nothing for a boy.This is, of course, a highly volatile statement.  And I would not make it if I were not fully prepared to back it up.Just look at me.And be honest about it.Am I the sort of person you would want to buy a used car from?Yet, I have always had...

Baxter and Duk Duk's Amazing Feats of Summer Part 1

What's our buddy 'Baxter' up to?  He and his toyfriend 'duk duk' found a copy of the Guinness Book of World Records lying around, and now they are gonna make and break their own world records, and catalog them as their amazing feats of summer!  If you don't read about Baxter every day over at kalyxcornucopia, you should.   Fun stu...

Vintage Dachshund Anticipation

Hungry Through The AgesEarly to mid 1900's photo source unkno...

Dachshund Therapy: Lexi and Laci

There's no therapy quite like Dachshund Love, as these patients at Pinecrest Rehab in Delray Beach have discovered.  We're so proud of the work you do Lexi and Laci!  Read more about this Dynamic Duo over at WPTV.c...

Meet Penny Lane, Los Alamitos Wiener Nationals Champion!

Congrats again to 'Penny Lane,' this year's champion from the 2010 Los Alamitos Wienerschnitzel Wiener Nationals, which took place on Saturday in Los Alamitos, California.  Ms. Lane beat out 98 Dachshunds to take the crown!  She is seen here with her human Trish Ausilio, and city of Cypress Mayor Prakash Narain.Excerpt from the OC Register:An estimated 12,000 people attending this year’s event.Penny Lane’s win collected $1,000 for Ausilio, and an official Wienerschnitzel crystal trophy and a red dog house.Proceeds from the event benefited the Seal Beach Animal Care Center.In addition, Wienerschnitzel will award Ausilio a trip...

Forest and the Los Alamitos Wiener Nationals 2010

Congratulations to all the Dachshunds who raced in the 15th Annual Los Alamitos Wienerschnitzel Wiener Nationals on Saturday in Los Alamitos, California.  A special congrats goes out to 'Penny Lane' for taking the crown this year, as well as defending champion 'Presley' for finishing in second place.And thanks to our pal 'Forest' for sending in such a fine video from the event!  The video notes:  Forest, our 1 and half year old miniature dachshund, participated in this year's 15th Annual Wiener Nationals at the Los Alamitos race course sponsored by Wienerschnitzel. He was in trial #7 - he did his very best coming...

It's Almost Here: Hot Dog Nite!

(click photo to enlarge)If you live near Luverne, Minnesota, don't miss the annual Hot Dog Nite this coming Thursday, July 15, 2010.  Did someone say 10,000 free hot dogs?  And if you don't live near Luverne, Minnesota, then stay tuned right here for all the coverage from our Dachshund News Correspondents 'Oscar' and 'Hans.'  Woof, WOOF!  Be sure and check out the write-up from last year's event.&nb...

So Much Pun

While browsing the net for the morning Dachshund News, we found a familiar face on So Much Pun!  They ponder:  The Real Question Is, Which Is Cuter?  Joey was enamoured with his friend 'Frankie' at the local Dachshund meetup that day back in 2008.Related:  Got A Lig...

Boy Meets His Heroine: Frankie The Walk 'N Roll Dog

Our busy friend 'Frankie,' the Walk 'N Roll Dog is in the news again, and this time she made the day of one of her admirers, a young Illinois boy named Cameron Thien.  Cameron was traveling with his family and visited Elkhart Lake, Illinois, when he was fascinated by Frankie's book in a gift shop there.  Turns out the owner of the shop knew Frankie's mom, Barbara Techel, and set up a chance for Cameron to meet Frankie!  Here's an excerpt from Fox 11 News:  Barbara says the most valuable lesson Frankie teaches is no matter what life struggles you face, you can be happy. Barbara says Frankie has given her a new outlook...

North East Ohio Dachshund Picnic 2010

The 13th Annual North East Ohio Dachshund Picnic took place on Saturday, July 10, 2010 at Plum Creek Park in Kent, Ohio.  Nearly 400 Dachshunds and over 500 humans attended the event!  Above, 'Brocklee' (left) and 'Peanut' enjoy a game of ball.  They "belong" to Jim Runion and his fiancee, Amy Shutler of Sebring.  See several nice photos, and read all about the event at Ohio.com.  ''It's their personality,'' attendee Katie Medlock said about the Dachshund breed. ''They're so boisterous and annoying — but love you so much...

Exhausted Little Wiener Champ

'Tater Tot,' 3, is carried on the back of his owner after winning his heat in the Wiener Dog Races during the Marion County Fair in Salem, Oregon, on Saturday, July 10, 2010.  See about 7 photos from the event at the Statesman Journal.&nb...

Vintage Dackel Conformation

Typical, striking head.  Beautifully flowing line from the nose ridge to the forehead.  Attitude and bearing challenging, vigorous.  Powerful jaws.  Correctly set and correctly carried ears which are not too large or too small.   ~translated from Der Dachshund magazine, March, 1965.Unrelated 1931 vintage photo source unkno...

Meet Daisy Stephanopoulos

Did someone say Dachshund Lover?  When last we mentioned George Stephanopoulos, he was grieving the loss of his beloved Dachshund 'Gilbert.'  Yesterday the television journalist and former political adviser debuted the newest 4-legged addition to his family on ABC's Good Morning America.  Was it a Dachshund?  You betcha!  Meet 'Daisy,' the beautiful red smooth Dachshund puppy whom the Stephanopoulos family rescued from the local Humane Society!  Daisy joins the other 4-legged member of the family, 'Charlie,' a Dachshund-Jack Russel mix.  In this video, Daisy attempts to pick the winner of the World Cup. ...

The Working Dog: Diggy The Coolest Hunting Little Dachshund

Thank Dog It's Friday, and in honor of our four-legged friends who actually work for their supper, meet 'Diggy,' the hunting Dachshund.  Too bad about some of the expletives in the video, and it might be a little squeamish for some folks, but this is what hound dogs do afterall.  Via youtuber Birdsfearme, who notes:  This is Diggy a Red Short Hair Dachshund hunting Chukar on EGA a private game bird perserve in Southern Californis on March 2010. Diggy was discovered at the local feed store and was to be a house dog for Andies wife the care taker of EGA but after hanging out with Andy he picked up the hunting skills of his working dogs and soon became more skilled than the other dogs that Andy start letting Diggy do the heavy lifting. Now if he could only retrieve waterfowl...

Vintage Dachshund Relaxation

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Dachshunds To Watch Out For

If this chocolate sweetie looks familiar, that's because you recognize 'Riley,' the long dog who took the races this past March at the grand opening of a Pink's Hot Dog restaurant in California.  Or maybe you recognize Riley's human, Brittany Hayes, who won an Olympic Silver Medal in the 2008 Beijing Olympics for water polo.  This smashing duo will now be competing at the 15th running of the Wienerschnitzel Wiener Nationals on Saturday at Los Alamitos Race Course in Los Alamitos, California.  “I am competitive, of course,” Hayes says. “But Riley just loves to race. He’s a natural. People might think I’m a crazy dog lady. Well,...