We're All Wet

Last night, I PASSED my CGC Evaluator test! As soon as my kit comes in, I will officially be able to test dogs for their CGC test, as well as instruct classes! This is a HUGE yay to me! I've been planning on this since before I got Ferguson...I'm so glad I was able to reach my goals! New goals are popping up all over the place though, regarding how I'll proceed with this certification. Will update with a proposal for work later on...To celebrate success, Eric and I took Ferguson to Sugarloaf Mountain for what we thought was a 2.5 mile hike. As you can see from the picture, Ferguson really seemed to enjoy himself. He was much more fit-acting...

Reminiscence: Dachshunds In China, Circa 1937

Meet pretty 'Gretel,' as she appeared in the June, 1972 edition of the American Dachshund magazine:"These are pictures of a typical Dachshund as seen in Shanghai back in 1937," wrote Ethel Bigler of Studio city, California.  A friend of James and Ethel Bigler recently unearthed the old photographs of Gretel.  The wicker table that Gretel is standing and sitting on was her post at all cocktail parties hosted by the Biglers' friends."Almost weekly we would go to her owners' home on Sunday morning and engage in a game of ping-pong on their roof.  When the ball would be overshot and go over the roof, Gretel would race down two flights...

Dancing With A Low Rider

Dachshund Freestyle Alert!  We think that cute little 'Prana' and her mom does a pretty good job here, but the video description notes:  Not the best we could do by far and I am prett y bummed about that but my own stagefright (everybody who knows me can tell you I am very shy :D) and the lack of training due to being extremely busy has left it's mark. Bark On, Prana.&nb...

Did You Get Taken To Work?

Last Friday was the 13th Annual Take Your Dog To Work Day, as established by Pet Sitters International to celebrate what great companions dogs make.  Handsome 'Hans,' seen here, was one of the the lucky Dachshunds who got to go to work with his Dad, Gerald Schulz of Grosse Pointe, Michigan.  Like all good Dads, we see that Mr. Schulz has a Dachshund calendar on his wall to remind him of his Hans on all those other days when he's sitting at home, just waiting for his Dad's return from work.  Sour...

Get Frankie the Walk 'N Roll Dog's New Activity Book and Help Dodgerslist!

If there's a youngster in your life, or if you yourself are young at heart, you don't want to miss this limited opportunity:  Through July 2nd only, Frankie the Walk 'N Roll Dog is running a special promo to help as a fundraiser for Dodgerslist, your IVDD resource, and will be donating 30% of sales to the group for new activity books purchased. Sweet!We happened to see an advanced copy of the new coloring and paper doll activity book, and we must say, it is very well done, and you won't be disappointed.For those of you who don't keep up with Frankie on her blog, she does some pretty amazing things - from visiting...

Lexy

Yes, this is a dog blog, but occasionally, other things may slip in...one of them being my new friend, Lexy the rabbit. My neighbors are gone for two weeks, and I've been caring for Katrina, Lexy (See above), and Pebbles, another rabbit who lives separately from Lexy. However, over the past week, Lexy and I have become great friends. He is always very sweet, easy going, and runs to greet me when I come in the room. In the photo, he is enjoying a bit of carrot I brought to him. He's even made me re-think getting a rabbit of my own...though Pebbles is alternatively very skittish and active, and they both poop a ridiculous amount for their...

"Celebrity" Dachshund Watch: Snookie vs Nellie!

We first posted photos of everyone's favorite guidette Snookie with a Dachshund puppy a few weeks ago, and our readers, like us, weren't too thrilled thinking that the train wreck known as Snookie could actually properly care for a little furry one - much less a Dachshund.  Stop, take a deep breath, and relax, because the Dachshund in question, 'Nellie,' is owned by a shop keeper in Italy where the new season of Jersey Shore is being filmed.  Shew!  Excerpt from Teddy Hilton:Snooki's Newest Feud!We thought the cast of The Jersey Shore was getting along so well with their Italian friends. But it appears that Nelly, the shop keeper's...

SQUEAK SQUEAK SQUEAK SQUEAK SQUEAK!

Thanks to our Slovenian pal 'Princess Leia' for sending in the link to the latest Dachshund Drabble Cartoon.  She writes:Hello Joey and Maggie, Was looking at Drabble comics and found this.  Had a great laugh due to the fact I do this all the time....Hope you're all well and having fun...

Rep. Ken Calvert's 'Cali' Wins Award in HSUS Photo Contest

Contest photo via flickrCongrats to our favorite gal on Capitol Hill, 'Cali' for winning the Humane Society of the United States 'Barker of the House' Award.  HSUS recently held a Congressional Pet Photo Contest, with over 200 entries.  Excerpt from The Press Enterprise:Rep. Ken Calvert , R-Corona, took to Twitter last week to announce his office's latest triumph. No, it wasn't passage of one of his bills or news of a deal struck with Democrats in the debt ceiling debate."Cali my office dog won Humane Society's 'Barker of the House' Award!" he declared to his nearly 900 followers. "We are very proud!"Cali, a rambunctious Dachshund often...

Shakespeare the Wake Surfing Wiener Dog

Summer is officially here.  Would you?  Could you?  By youtuber bsurline, Sarasota native surfing/skurfing behind the boat with Shakespeare (1 year old black dachshun...

Darwin Gets Dinner

Our website host, Blogger, isn't allowing photos to be uploaded today, but we can certainly watch a couple of cool new videos!  Here, Darwin Gets Dinner by vimeoer Tyler James Metcalfe....

When Seagulls Attack!

HarleyPoor smooth black and tan dappled 'Harley' can't get a break.  He was just sitting on the patio eating treats at his Ventura, California home last month when he got into a tussle with a seagull.  The event has even been chosen as the most unusual insurance claim in May by Veterinary Pet Insurance (VPI).  This puts Harley in the running for the insurance company's annual "Hambone Award."  Excerpt from Veterinary Practice News:“Harley loves to eat his treats on the patio but we’ve never had a problem with seagulls before,” Robin Baer, Harley's mom says. “The two got into a fight over food. I could tell Harley was...

Jerk Veterinarian Keeps Dachshund Waiting In Empty Lobby For 45 Minutes

At least according to The Onion's News In Phot...

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A Year Later: Dachshund Heroine Fritzie Saves Her Mom's Life

This'll start your week off with a bang.  Meet 3-year-old pretty red smooth 'Fritzie,' and her mom Clara Lynch, who hail from Dobbin, Texas.  Mrs. Lynch was making her way into the kitchen for a drink in the wee hours of Father's Day 2010 when she collapsed on the floor from a brain aneurysm.  She probably wouldn't be here today to talk about it, had it not been for her little heroine.  Excerpt from Your Conroe:“I had never had a seizure or any type of health problem like this before,” said Clara. “I don’t remember a thing, but doctors said if I had lain on the floor all night, I probably wouldn’t have survived.”Moments...

The Wiener Dog Ranch

If you're looking for a new place to call home near Austin, Texas, you couldn't go wrong with "The Wiener Dog Ranch" sitting on 3 acres and now up for sale for $379,900.  The 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath 1,664 sq foot 10-year-old house was built to look like an old farmhouse.   And it's got a porch meant for hound-lounging.  Via The Statesm...

Wienergate, Continued

Most of the drama may be over, but the jokes?  They just keep rollin' on in. ...

Vintage Dachshund Relaxation With Dad

Some things never change....thankfully.  See the 1930's version here.Photo circa 1950's; source unkno...

How I Became A Doxieholic: Meet Hatcher and Hamilton!

Who's Handsome?  Hatcher........and Hamilton!We can't thank Kristi Jeter, who hails from Dallas, Texas enough for sending in such beautiful photos of her beloved black and tan longhair boys (and their Chihuahua brother!).  And the story of this Dachshund family is just so heartwarming that it really needs no introduction; just grab a Doxie, put him on your lap, and enjoy!Dear Joey and Maggie,After the death of my beloved yorkie, I began to contemplate what breed of dog I would like to bring into my home to be a friend to my Chihuahua, Julius. I looked on Petfinder.com almost daily at all of the small dogs, but still couldn’t...

We Love Our Dads

via youtuber nutelladivine who notes:  This is Vuchko's welcome home routine every nig...

Let's hear it for Boone!

Wow Boone, look at the size of those ribbons!We couldn't be happier to report that Helen Paradise, who has submitted many stories over the years here, has her first AKC Champion of Record in one HANDSOME red smooth named 'Boone.'  Way to go Boone and Helen!  She writes:Hi Joey and MaggieLove your blog, read it everyday. I wanted to bring some exciting news to you and your readers. On Saturday June 11th, my 16 month old red smooth male, Boone, officially became my first AKC champion of record. He won a 5 point major and was awarded Winners Dog and Best of Opposite Sex at the famous Greenwich Kennel Club (GKC) dog show in Norwalk,...

Anthony Weiner Resigns: What Will Anthony Weiner Do Next?

The Huffington Post suggests, among Hot Dog Salesman, Social Media Consultant, and Viagra Spokesperson, that he should consider taking up Dachshund Photography.  Works for us.Related:  TWEET YOUR WEINER RIGHT!Related: WIENERGATE: How To Properly Post Photos Of Your Wiener on the NetRelated: Anthony Weiner’s Apology Speech (Presented By Guilty Looking Dachshunds)...

"I Love Ya, Man"

For more than 15 years, handsome red smooth 'Frank' was the constant and loving companion of Michael Brownstein, keeping him company on drives to MontanaThere's nothing more expressive than humans writing about the loss of their furry friends - the friends who are there to enjoy the good times with us, comfort us in the bad times, and are just always there to please - and then one day they are gone.  Michael Brownstein recounts his days with his beloved 'Frank' for the San Francisco Chronicle.  Here's an excerpt.  Thanks to Allen J Burton and David Larsen for sending in the link.For more than 15 years, Frank was...

TWEET YOUR WEINER RIGHT!

And on the news that embattled Democratic New York Rep. Anthony Weiner will resign his seat in the House of Representatives - thanks to a good friend for sending this in.  As he noted:  "It had to happen."  If you'd like this on a t-shirt, contact sheri@wienertales.com with your color/style/size selection. Paypal payments accepted.Pre-orders are now being taken for our limited edition "Tweet Your Weiner Right" T-Shirt. Available in ladies or mens 100% heavyweight cotton shirts. You choose the color! $20 including shipping! All pre-orders will be shipped Tuesday the 21st of June and orders must be placed no later than Monday...

Lost Dachshund Leads To Petition Against All American Dachshund Rescue For Her Return

'Alpina' from her facebook page:  Give Back AlpinaThere is a highly volatile story emerging in the world of Dachshund rescue - a story where such words have been thrown that it is unlikely at this point that a happy ending will ever occur.  At the very center of the story is a beautiful chocolate girl named 'Alpina,' or as she was known while being rescued and fostered by All American Dachshund Rescue:  'AnnaJo.'   AnnaJo was adopted by Megan Courtney, where she was to live with Megan's boyfriend, Tony, and a Dachshund sibling, in the Lowell, Massachusetts area.  Alpina, as she was now known, got away...

Therapy Dogs: A Teckel Named Tinker

Pet partner Becky Cade and Tinker visit Ashley Castro on Monday, June 13, 2011, at the Edinburg Children's Hospital in Edinburg, Texas.We mostly sit around the house all day and wait for Dad to come home from work.  Not smooth black and tan 'Tinker' though.  This is a Dachshund who makes things happen.  Excerpt from The Monitor:Little 5-year-old Ashley Castro wanted to leave the hospital where she had been since Saturday, but as soon as she saw Tinker — a miniature Dachshund — she got off her hospital bed and knelt to pet the dog.“She was crying because she misses her dog,” said Amparo Castro, Ashley’s mom. “She wanted to...