The Weiner Wagon Express

How fun is this? We've gotta drive up to Wisconsin to see these dachshunds in action some time soon! This video montage certainly jump-started those warm holiday feelings with some of the images from around the holidays. From youtube: "Miniature dachshunds pulling a covered wagon plus other kinds of wagons in parades. We travel all over the state of Wisconsin to bring joy to kids young and old."
The Weiner Wagon Express Ltd.

Kenzie Wins Best in Show at Isle of Wight

Meet handsome 'Kenzie' and his human Anthony Marsh. Kenzie took 'Best in Show' at the IW Canine Society's autumn open show at the Isle of Wight, England. Way to go Kenzie! Excerpt from the Isle of Wight County Press: Mainland exhibitors dominated the IW Canine Association autumn open show held at Brickfields Horsecountry. Best in show went to a three-year-old dachshund, Marshwick Merrison, owned by Anthony Marsh of Shapwick, Dorset, pet name Kenzie, while best opposite sex went to American cocker spaniel, Saltdean in Yer Dreams, pet name Julie, owned by former Newport man Neville Palmer, of Chatham, Kent.

Dachshund Stitch-it Kit

Dachshund lovers sure are crafty. Much like their dogs. This kit by Egg Press includes two sheets of printed canvas, one with a dog design and one w/ bright polka dots. Cut out the pieces, sew them together, stuff with the filling of your choice and cuddle up. What could be more fun? Finished spotty doxie measures approx 16”x7.5” Check 'em out at Egg Press, or find them for 2 bucks less at fredflare.com.

Winnie Wins Pet Calendar Contest

Meet beautiful 'Winnie!' What a pretty girl, it's no wonder she received over 300 votes more than the 2nd place finisher to win the Longview, Texas, News-Journal's online Pet Star Calendar Contest. She will be featured on the calendar cover. 8-year-old Winnie, a rescue from All Texas Dachshund Rescue , lost the use of her hind legs in August, 10 days before her owner died. She now lives with Kathrine Linton, who inherited the dog from her grandmother. Excerpt from the Longview News Journal:
One morning in August, 10 days before her owner died, Winnie the dachshund lost the use of her hind legs.
Her owner, Janet Garlick, died Sept. 6 from complications of heart-bypass surgery. She never got to see how far Winnie would come.

The rehabilitation has been slow, her new owners say, but with the help of a special wheelchair for dachshunds, Winnie now can run up and down the sidewalk, stand tall for treats and even play in the grass of her front yard.
"It took her about a month to get used to it and realize how to get around," said Kathrine Linton, who inherited the dog from her grandmother. "But now she just rolls. She gets around."
Winnie is winning fans across East Texas. The 8-year-old wiener dog has wheeled herself to victory in the Longview News-Journal's second annual online Pet Star Calendar Contest. In fact, Winnie rolled over the competition, receiving 300 votes more than the second-place finisher, a mini-Australian shepherd named Red.
Winnie will be featured on the calendar's cover. Garlick, known as "Granny Jan," would have been proud, Linton said.
"She would just be tickled pink right now if she knew her baby won the contest," she said.

Read the rest at the Longview News-Journal.

Winnie waits for a treat Friday evening at her home.

Dachshunds in Pop Culture: Lady Ernest St. Maur

Who? Dora Constable, right, with dachshund, was a member of the English Royal Family. She married Lord Ernest St. Maur, son of Algernon Percy Banks St. Maur, and the 14th Duke of Somerset. Her married name became St. Maur.
This 'Society Walk' photo was taken in 1913, and she is pictured with Lady Georgina Agar, left, as they walk through Hyde Park, London.
This is nice documentation of how dachshunds looked about 100 years ago.

'Wiener Takes All' Limited Festival Edition Now Available

Wiener Takes All is a huge hit in the film festival circuit, and there is a limited 'festival edition' of the film now available while they last. Can't wait for the official release? Get it here.

Read the Reviews!

Related: Wiener Takes All: Finally!

Dachshund Lovers and the Proclamation of Animal Compassion

Deacon Joe Dwyer (with his dachshunds) says animals should be used as models of faith for their compassionate, loving ways.

Religious leaders will head to Washington, D.C., on Wednesday to sign the Proclamation of Animal Compassion. The simple document, created by dozens of leaders of diverse faiths, has a clear message: compassion for animals makes the world a better place, not just for them, but for all of us. (Woof!) The leaders promise to work to promote kindness to animals in their religious communities.
Excerpt from New York Daily News: Deacon Joseph Dwyer of the Archdiocese of Newark points out the importance of everyone pitching in and putting aside religious differences for the sake of the animals.
"This is proof positive that given an issue where you have a common goal, that you can put aside your religious differences and get on the same page," he said.
Dwyer, who has two dachshunds, Rommel and Greta, and Spartacus, a rescued beagle mix, attributes his love for animals to growing up an only child with a golden retriever that greatly influenced his life.
He believes the most misunderstood issue is that animals are also God's creation and should be treated with proper respect.
"They are very compassionate loving creatures that live in the moment and have no agendas," he said.
"We should be using them more as models of faith in many ways."
For example, the annual blessing of the animals held annually around Oct. 4, in honor of St. Francis, should be performed throughout the year.
Dwyer and other leaders hope to inspire members of their communities to do things such as adopt homeless animals, become aware of factory farming's inhumane practices and speak out against land development that ousts wildlife populations.
Find out more about the Proclamation of Animal Compassion at New York Daily News.

Dachshunds Inspiring Art

The Artful Dodger: Eight-year-old Brianna Sapp constructs a paper Dachshund during an art class hosted by the University of Missouri - Columbia, Art Education Program. Drawing a sketch beforehand, the children used glue, staples, pom-poms and glitter to build a character inspired by their favorite books. We're wondering what book is the favorite? Source

Dachshunds Auctioned Off For Charity in the News

We're not so sure of what to make of this, but a female black and tan smooth dachshund puppy was auctioned off this week in Azle, Texas, to raise money for a local hospital expansion. Regardless, it looks like her new mom, Betty Ralls, will love her lots. Excerpt from Azle News: The term “live auction” took on more of a literal meaning when a registered female dachshund puppy donated by Eagle Mountain Veterinary Clinic went to Azle resident Betty Ralls for $600.

She kinda reminds us of 'the dachshund Kohler ad lady,' so we're hoping that it's a match made in heaven and wish them the best of luck. We love this ad! Have a great Friday.

The Bold Look of Dachshunds (click image to enlarge)

Halloween Wiener Wrap-Up

We hate to see our favorite month, Dachtober, come to an end. 'Bowie,' a long-hair docksen, (sic) swiped his gangster hat from an American Girl doll and headed down to the Andersonville Howl-o-ween Parade in Chicago. Bowie is owned by Danica Milich and Terri Klinsky of Chicago. The event, sponsored by the Andersonville South Neighborhood Association, also included a costume contest. (Stacia Timonere/for Pioneer Press) We know Bowie, he's our friend! Look at how handsome he is!

Honolulu resident Dennis Pearson held his dachshund dragon, 'Pono,' at the Ward Warehouse's "Howl-O-Ween" canine costume contest yesterday in Kakaako, Hawaii. Winners received goodies from the Pet Spot, including food, apparel and treats. Source.

Five year old dachshund sisters 'Thelma and Louise' enjoyed watching the Jim Thorpe Halloween Parade along with their owner Erin Kennedy of Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania. These irresistible gals were dressed appropriately in hot dog costumes topped with mustard and ketchup for the occasion. Source

Poe's First Draft of 'The Raven'

The Dachshund
Once upon a midnight dreary as I plodded weak and weary
To my bed with visions full of Slumberland’s enchanted shore.
I was taking off my socks and suddenly I spied my dachshund
Curled up like a sleeping fox in just the space that I yearned for
“Move yourself off of my bed, please, I am weary and footsore”
Quoth the dachshund, “No. You snore.”

Startled by the stillness marked by such display of cheeky snark
Quickly did I point my finger toward the bedroom’s open door.
“Get thee hence, you little brat, I’ll take no sort of sass like that,
Upon my bed I’ll stretch out flat, my wearied senses to restore.
After all my toil I crave the yielding mattress’s contour.”
Quoth the dachshund, “Try the floor.”

I had scarce the strength to quibble, “Listen here, you know that kibble
That appears as if by clockwork in your dish upon the floor?
It does not grow on the trees, nor does the salve that wards off fleas,
So I would think you’d try to please the person who buys treats galore.
If I do not get my rest, I’ll not be going to the store.”
Quoth the dachshund, “You’re a bore.”

And the dachshund, never stirring, lay just like a kitten purring,
By my lack of will inferring his was now the winning score.
Anyone who owns a dachsie must concede they’re full of moxie,
Both directly and by proxy, your commands they will ignore.
Best admit that any chance of winning you long since foreswore.
You’re the master nevermore.

Photo: 'Halloween Dwyn' by Doug Watt.

Model: 'Dwyn'

Author: Jerry Stemnock for Dachshund Delights

Make sure to check out more frightfully nice photos of Dwyn over at flickr.

Dachs Boot

What a great costume for a little German dog! Make sure to check out all of istolethetv's photos of Halloween Dogs 2007 in this set of photos.

And check out all the most recent dachshund halloween photos right here at flickr. It'll make your day!

Here are a few to wet your appetite:

Witch Honey by doxieone

Dachshund and human in matching skeleton costumes by courtnei

King Stout the Mummy Puppy and Count Doxula von Porter by Annie's Sweatshop
Pot Roast Dog by istolethetv

Dachshunds in Literature: The Hallo-Wiener

Got this fun holiday children's book in your collection? The Hallo-Wiener is a Halloween story by Dav Pilkey about a dachshund named 'Oscar.' Poor Oscar is relentlessly teased by all the other dogs, and his mother doesn't help matters any. Oscar daydreams about Halloween, looking forward to wearing a scary costume. But he finds out his mom has made him a hot-dog costume! Poor Oscar! Not wanting to hurt his mother's feelings, Oscar wears the embarrassing costume. The other dogs, of course, tease Oscar when they see him on trick-or-treat night. To make matters worse, the other dogs hog all the treats, leaving Oscar empty-handed. Now, what story would be complete without a happy ending? Yes, Oscar saves the day, and before you know it, Oscar, The Hallo-Wiener, is the "Hero Sandwich."

Check out Dav Pilkey's website for more info, sample pages, special notes, and games.

Dachshunds in Pop Culture: Jack Paar

Who? Television and radio pioneer Jack Paar (1918 - 2004) has been called the most imitated personality in broadcasting. He virtually created the late-night talk show format as the host of The Tonight Show , one of television's longest continuously running programs. The Washington Post said, "Jack Paar was genuine, and the footprints he left on the loony moonscape of television are enormous; they will be there forever." Above, Jack, his wife Miriam, and their dachshund enjoy the swimming pool at their home, early 1960s.
As the stars of stage and screen were rising around him, Paar was becoming an icon himself, on television sets in the homes of millions of Americans across the country. During the Golden Age of television, Paar was its golden boy, charming guests and viewers alike.
From 1957 to 1962, Paar was the king of late-night television as host of The Tonight Show, which NBC eventually renamed The Jack Paar Show. He turned it from a typical variety format into something very different. With a rare combination of intelligence, irreverence and intuition, he invented a new genre of programming that would become ubiquitous to television.
Paar helped launch the careers of such performers as Carol Burnett, Woody Allen and Liza Minnelli, but his guests weren't limited to the glitterati. He discussed religion with Billy Graham, visited Albert Schweitzer in Africa, and talked politics with Richard Nixon, all before the transfixed eyes of the American television audience. Find out more about Jack Paar at wikipedia.

Jack Paar, daughter Randy, and their dachshund

Fear The Dachshund

Kevin McCormick, the artist over at Obey The Purebreed, offers up this hilarious brand new dachshund t-shirt design.

Also, check out this very nice "In Dog We Trust" 19x25" hand silk screened poster print now available in a limited edition of 150 archival quality signed and #'d prints. They're only 19 bucks.
"This design is a tribute to the Dachshund (which began in 1885) and to the Dachshund as a revolutionary hero. The Wiener Dog Revolution will continue until the world obeys the Dachshund's radical, yet peaceful ideology." Obey The Dachshund.

Dachshunds Nursing Kitties in the News

Meet 'Roxy' and her four kitties. Roxy was due to give birth this year, but lost her puppies. Her humans are miniature dachshund breeders, but were surprised to find Roxy in the shed nursing the abandoned kitties. Best of luck Roxy, you're quite the mom! Read the rest at The Daily Mail.

"She is very protective and couldn't be happier."

Related: Kitty Induces False Pregnancy and Nursing Response

Related: Red Piebald Dachshund Mom and Pups Adopt Kitty

Rub My Belly

Enjoy a new commercial from Pedigree dog food featuring a.....you guessed it.... a dachshund(!) and have a great day!

Peaches The #1 Mini Smooth Dachshund in NAFA flyball

Meet 'Peaches' and her proud mom Tanya Petrucha of greater Chicagoland. Peaches, aka 'The Flying Sausage,' earned enough flyball points on Sunday in Iowa to become the #1 Mini Smooth Dachshund in North American Flyball. Way to go Peaches, we're so proud of you! We know Peaches personally, and she's the best girl. She was a rescue girl with a troubled past, but her love of balls and her caring mom led her on to great things including flyball and even wiener racing down in Buda, Texas! From Tanya: At our flyball tournament on Sunday, The Flying Sausage became the #1 Mini Smooth Dachshund in North America Flyball!!! I can't even begin to express how proud I am! When we first started racing, I figured it would be years before Peaches earned enough points to celebrate this if we ever did at all. She's only been racing for 15 months! She never ceases to amaze me with her determination and spirit!
Find out more about flyball at the North American Flyball Association.

Peaches flies over the hurdles with proud Dad, John Petrucha, at the box.
The Flying Sausage relaxes between races.

Enjoy this video of the race along with some others from the tournament.

New Dachshund Momma Post C-Section

What a beautiful photo, and we're glad to hear that the new dachshund mom and her puppies are doing great! This is an excerpt from Critter Capers, "a recently graduated veterinarian's capers with critters of all shapes and sizes...plus other animal news of interest."
And the other big news of this week was that I had my first emergency C-section! This little dachshund had been in labor for 24 hours and had produced one puppy...almost 12 hours before the owners called me. Very long story short, we ended up doing a late night C-section on her Thursday night. All told, she had 7 puppies (5 males, 2 females) all of whom were alive and doing well by the time they left. The owners weren't quite sure what the father was (either a Peke or a Chihuahua....probably a Peke by how the pups looked), but I'm sure they'll be pretty cute when they grow up. Mom had been hit by a car when she was a puppy and had a pelvic fracture, which -- combined with the fact that the largest pup in the litter was blocking up the works -- explains why they had problems. I certainly hope they do well! Here is a pic of the new mom and her litter while she was waking up from surgery.
Check out lots of fun animal stories and news at Critter Capers.

Dachshunds Getting Ready for Halloween in the News

What do you dress your wiener dog as for Halloween? Well, a hot dog, of course. And yes, the whole 'dressing up a dachshund as a hot dog' is overdone a bit, but it's fun, and people love it. So do most of the dachshunds.
Meet 5-month-old 'Lola.' She's quite the pampered pooch, as mom made this hot dog costume for her, as well as most of her outfits. Lola loves to wear her clothes as much as mom enjoys making them. Read all about it, as well as some tips on choosing a costume, and where to buy at The Daily News out of Halifax, Nova Scotia. Better hurry and get that costume together!