Happy 4th on the 6th from the Sheridan Avenue Boys

These guys rock our world.  The stunning Sheridan Avenue Boys write:  Better late than never! Hope everyone had a great 4th! 

Lotsa Love.

Boniface, The Deep-Diving Dachshund

Thanks to the many readers who sent in links to news stories about 'Boniface,' the Russian Diving Dachshund.  We got so many emails about the story, we can't begin to thank everyone, but trust us, we're humbly grateful for the story tips!  It's funny how odd little stories like this blow up to be global news.  We first featured Boniface back on May 6, 2010 with little fanfare, but once The Associated Press sends out a news story, it sure goes viral - which happened over the weekend.  And it's great when Dachshunds get such global attention!
Here's the breakdown from the AP:

MOSCOW — Any dachshund owner knows the feisty breed rarely backs off from a challenge, but one in Russia is taking that reputation to new heights — or depths.
The dog named Boniface is learning how to scuba dive.
Owner Sergei Gorbunov, a professional diver in the Pacific Coast city of Vladivostok had a diving suit complete with helmet made for the dog and is teaching him the tricks of the trade.
In a recent demonstration, Boniface barked eagerly as Gorbunov readied the equipment and uncomplainingly endured being hung upside-down as Gorbunov fitted the suit on him.
Once underwater, he seemed to have a different outlook, emitting some high-pitched whines.
Gobunov says, "Underwater, I don't think he experiences any stress."

Now honestly, we're not the biggest fans of this story - we're not so sure that deep under water is the place for a Dachshund to be.  Sure, we might dive down a little depth to fetch a ball or something, but generally that's because we want to, and some of us Dachshunds are comfortable doing that.  Not all of us though. 



Personally, we tend to agree with these ABC World News Now correspondents:  "Oh, Good God."  What's your take?

See 7 more photos at the Associated Press

Dachshund Fends Off Coyote

 

We hear so many sad stories of Dachshunds meeting their end when they have a tussle with a coyote - now here's a tale where the Dachshund show's what's what.  Meet our newest hero, sweet smooth "Little Puddin,'" a chocolate and tan who hails from Bayside, Wisconsin, population 4,518. 

Canada Day Wiener Dog Races

We'd be remiss if we didn't wish our Canadian friends a belated happy Canada Day while we're off celebrating Independence Day here in the states.  The Dachshunds came out in force to the first ever Wiener Dog races at Northlands Park in Edmonton on Thursday to help celebrate the big day.  Enjoy this great video by vimeoer thehorses.com.

Happy Independence Day!

'Schatzenheimer,' 'Savannah,' and 'Lil' Brandee' wish everyone a Happy and Safe 4th of July!

Thanks so much to Kristi Eberhard for sending in such a great photo of her beautiful pack!

Anxiety

Maggie's Little Helper

BOOM!  Whistle, POP! fizzle....KaPow!  It's a tough weekend for 'Maggie,' your Long and Short of it All hostess, and many of our Dachshund friends.  Does this herbal anxiety med help relieve the stress?  Not really.  But along with soothing music, closed windows, lavender spray, kisses, and a few extra treats, it's a start. 

Be safe and have fun. Read tips to protect your Dachshund today at The Humane Society of the United States.

Don't Let This Happen To You!

An annual reminder from The Long and Short of it All.

Friday Dachshund Fun: Caption This Photo

Royal Dachshund Watch: Caroline, Princess of Hanover

We are Royalty after all, and as such, we love it when we're favored by the Monarchs.   Caroline, Princess of Hanover, formally styled Her Royal Highness The Princess of Hanover, has returned to reside in Monte Carlo with her children.  The Princess of Hanover is the eldest child of the late Prince Rainier III of Monaco and his wife, the former American film actress Grace Kelly. She is seen here with her two Dachshund puppies on June 25, 2010, while watching her daughter Charlotte perform in the Equestrian Grand Prix.  Source.

The Vintage July Dachshund

Stories of Suspense and Treachery:  Stay tuned to The Long and Short of it All.

Calling All Girls, July, 1965

Those Special Dachshunds: Meet Jed!

Thanks so much to Jolyn Liam for sending in such nice photos of her handsome red smooth 'Jed.'  This duo hails all the way from Malaysia, and they enjoy watching the world cup together and rooting for Germany (of course)!  Jolyn writes:

Dear Joey & Maggie,

I've been reading your blog for the past 7 months and I have been constantly delighted by its contents. Great job you guys!

Here are a couple of photos of my standard dachshund, Jed, whom i adopted at 3 months and is currently 10 months.

Jed is still a very naughty pup but he never fails to put a smile on my face - even when he gets into trouble. Just one look at him instantly brightens up my day and I love him to bits. I especially love his 4paws-in-the-air gig which he does when he snoozes. ;p

All I can say is after waiting 23 years for a dog, Jed is perfect!

Looking forward to more great posts from you guys.

Woofs n licks,

Jolyn & Jed

Jed's handsome mug

Nom-ing a treat

If You Think You're Putting That Thing On My Snout For a Photo Op, Guess Again

'Owen,' a miniature Dachshund owned by Doylestown, Pennsylvania, Fire Company firefighter Jim Shepard, although declining to test out a new pet oxygen mask, seems to be happy about the fact that two kits were donated to the firehouse by Tony Trasatti of Invisible Fence in Doylestown this morning.  Source.

Piebald Therapy

Handsome black and tan piebald 'Patches,' a helper dog, gets some attention from Johnny Adams (left), 13 of Haltom City, Jonathan Jones, 16 of Waco, and Harrison Vaughan, 12 of Dallas, at a summer camp sponsored by the Muscular Dystrophy Association at Camp John Marc, near Meridian, Texas, Thursday, June 24, 2010.  Apparently Patches' nickname is 'Speed Bump!'  Read all about the Muscular Dystrophy Association camp at the Star-Telegram.  

Wirehair Wednesday: Diving Dachshunds!

Then followed that beautiful season... Summer....
Filled was the air with a dreamy and magical light; and the landscape
Lay as if new created in all the freshness of childhood.  ~Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

Awesome new video via youtuber EllieMaze who notes:  2 wire haired Dachshunds having some big time fun!

Two-Face

double dapple dachshund "two face" 2 by flickrer Soggydan

A dapper double dapple Dachshund enjoys the 2010 Dachshunds On Parade in Ellensburg, Washington. 

Blind Dachshund Wanders Into Traffic; Causes Wreck; Reunited With Humans

Thankfully, neither the driver nor the Dachshund were injured in Liberty, Missouri, when a blind Dachshund found its way into traffic, causing the driver to smash into a curb.  KansasCity.com reports:

There are happy endings.
Police reunited a blind dachshund with its owners this afternoon, about 14 hours after it meandered into traffic causing a wreck.
Police were able to track down the owners through the dog’s rabies vaccination tag. It took a while to reach the owners because they were out looking for the lost dog.
The owners didn’t know the dog had gotten away. It wandered into the street about 10:45 p.m. Monday near Sumac Drive and Claywoods Parkway in Liberty.
A driver in what is believed to be a 1995 Toyota saw the dog, swerved to miss it and ended up striking a curb, said Sgt. Matt Kellogg, a police spokesman. The driver was not injured, but her car was not drivable after the crash.
An officer took the dog and brought it to animal control.

One commenter at KansasCity.com wonders: 

Did the reporters at the KC Star take a correspondence course in journalism? .... the owners were out looking for a dog they didn't know was missing.....

File this under Hot Mess.

Real Men Love Wieners

Get this new design on a t-shirt for the one you love for just $14.99 at Wiener Tales, who notes:  Wiener Tale's fans have been waiting for this one for some time now. "Real Men Love Wieners!" Created specifically for those of you who have been searching for a not so cutesie version of a Dachshund lover's shirt. After many requests, Mike, our design pro, came up with this one. This is a must for our more masculine wiener dog fans out there. Currently only available in black.  

Live Long is another fun new design, and 100% of its proceeds goes to Dachshund Rescue.

Related Real Man:  Dachshunds in Pop Culture:  Clint Eastwood

Pendleton Wiener Dog Races 2010

Kisses! 

The fourth annual Children's Museum of Eastern Oregon's Wiener Dog Race, with the theme "Snow White and the Seven Dachshunds," took place June 25 on Block 4 of Pendleton, Oregon's Main Street. The event included a Wiener Dog race and costume contest, raffle, food, and kid activities.  Were you there?  Tell us about it! 

See 14 nice photos from the event at the East Oregonian. 

2010 flyer

Rochester Dachshund Parade 2010

The 9th annual Rochester Dachshund Parade took place at Washington Square Park in Rochester, New York on Saturday June 26, 2010.  Obviously, a great time was had by all 'cause you just can't beat a big pack of marching Wiener Dogs!  See more photos and find out more about this awesome annual event at Rochester Dachshund Parade.

Dachshund Collector's Corner: Dachshund Spool Holder

Thanks to an anonymous Dachshundist for sending in a photo of one of their favorite vintage pieces.  This old spool holder is a nice slice of Americana harking back to a time when sewing was a necessity and not so much a hobby as it is today. 

What's your favorite vintage Dachshund collectible? Send it in and tell us about it!