2017-07-20 08:00
Humans have used herbal treatments and natural products for thousands of years and their medicinal properties are said to treat everything from swelling and sinus infections to anxiety and a… Read More
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One-stop dachshund breed information site, with excellent articles and links to expert advice. Covering the breed and it's history, dog-blog, gallery of photos and videos, selected products, health & well-being and feeding advice
2017-06-21 08:06
Possible chemical contamination of well-known dog treat brands have prompted a product recall from the manufacturer. Read the whole story here:http://www.dogfoodadvisor.com/dog-food-recall/r… Read More
2017-04-27 00:55
Alabama Rot has been reported in the UK for several years, but appears to be spreading. Whilst there is no need to panic as it is still very rare, it behoves all dog owners to be aware of th… Read More
2017-04-20 06:48
As a non-smoker, I never realised this was such a big issue- but the nicotine in electronic cigarettes combined with flavourings that make the liquid attractive to pets, has increased the nu… Read More
2017-03-02 08:08
Some pets show strong signs of separation anxiety every time their human family members leave them alone, from a few minutes to a number of hours. This might manifest in crying, barking… Read More
2017-02-16 09:06
Xylitol-Related Dog Poisonings More Than Doubled in 7 YearsThe use of Xylitol as an ingredient in many foodstuffs has increased dramatically in recent years and although the list shown is pr… Read More
2017-02-15 09:16
Came across this useful reference to food allergies in relation to dogs (and cats) and considered it worth repeating, as one small step to gaining a better understanding of our pets overall… Read More
2017-02-04 13:06
Greetings and solicitations fellow dachshund staff. Apologies for the silence for the last couple of weeks. Human life has impinged more firmly on my blogging schedules, but thing… Read More
2017-01-19 14:00
Are we being conned when we buy our petfoods?A class action lawsuit recently bought in the US is testing the law in this regard and covers these specific products:Hill’s Prescription D… Read More
2017-01-14 14:00
In the course of research for an article on dog food, I came across this piece by Susan Thixton, petcare advocate, author and blogger on TruthAboutPetFood website. Information on the site is… Read More
2017-01-13 13:27
Our dogs cannot talk, but they can communicateand do so very well if we just pay attention to their body language and behaviour.But we must take the clues in context, as licking of lips for… Read More
2017-01-08 10:56
In November 2000, a study was published by the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, Graduate School of Veterinary Medicine, Hokkaido University, Sapporo, Japan and entitled 'Hema… Read More
2017-01-05 12:14
Often, when we take our dogs to the groomers, they include a nail-trimming in the session, or alternatively, we have the vet do it during either a regular visit or booked as a specific nail… Read More
2017-01-01 23:50
Hoping you have survived the festivities, received presents that you had wished for and although it is lovely to have been invaded by the family, in-laws and out-laws, have now been left to… Read More
2016-12-23 02:00
Just a few short days ago I started tweeting. I had never done it before and didn't know what to expect. Butplease bear with me, whilst I explain a situationthat I discovered on Twitter and… Read More
2016-12-21 12:29
On average 70 percent of stolen pets were stolen from their owner's property and about half of those from inside their own home. and very sadly the situation has failed to improve over… Read More
2016-12-20 17:53
RSS (Real Simple Syndication)is an 'old' technology when it comes to web access, but it is still a very quick and easy way to keep in touch with news, blogs, articles, etc. from all around t… Read More
2016-12-20 17:27
New photos added to Gallery of our furry friends.New photos added to Celebrities section - check out the Texas Rangers.New expert information link in the Health section - from WSAVA (Wo… Read More
2016-12-15 15:01
It seems to be fairly common practice to only skim-over ingredients lists on products that we buy for our dogs and potentially missing that the foods are lacking nutrition that our dogs need… Read More
2016-12-14 14:42
Very important reading material. No need for me to waffle, the article from DogsFirst says it all Read More
2016-12-14 14:09
Just picked this up from Buzzsharer and had to show you.Not as bad as it sounds - honestly! Read More
2016-12-13 11:46
Get yourself on Twitter they said.You'll love it they said.Err . . . OK, so giving it a try@DachshundLoony#dachsundmadHaven't figured out the point of it yet - can anyone advise me why we Tw… Read More
2016-12-12 13:17
UPDATE: Prevalence of Canine Flu cases have been overstated by vaccine manufacturers (who knew? eh!). Check out this articlehttp://www.dogsnaturallymagazine.com/canine-flu-what-should-you-be… Read More
2016-12-09 23:28
Our friend and fellow Daxie lover, Brett Penn, posted in Dachshund Only Group a few days ago about a local artist in Portland, by the name of Li Tie, who produces amazing portraits.Here is B… Read More
2016-12-09 12:00
15 years ago our son Tom was a 9 year old having his annual summer sports day at school and Nic and myself attended. As we walked on to the games field, Tom ran up to us and said 'Come quick… Read More
2016-12-08 23:08
In this season of good cheer, we generally have an excess of food and drink in the house and when visitors come by, out comes the plates and trays of human snacks, treats and sweetmeats.But… Read More
2016-12-08 12:19
This is not new information, but when posted on Facebook, etc. quickly moves down the page.So to keep it in the spotlight I am posting it here.To be absolutely fair, it is primarily the… Read More
2016-12-05 15:15
How can anyone resist this super-cute Daxie?Mind you, I'm not sure they are impressed at being given a bath ! Read More
2016-12-05 14:29
Changes to the general design and added information on breed history to Home page.Also in the process of adding Dachshunds in Advertising section in the Gallery page Read More
2016-12-04 15:32
Another great turnout for the Brighton and Hove area monthly Sausage Meet in bright sunshine, although a little cold in the shade. I would guestimate there was around 60+ daxies of all… Read More
2016-12-03 14:04
Found this lovely, but brief, historical clip from Pathe News, concerning the South German village of Gergweis in Lower Bavaria, which is apparently where the dachshund breed originally came… Read More
2016-12-02 16:44
What is Pyometra and how do you deal with it?Important information to know from an excellent source and includes conventional and alternative treatments.I'll add a summary and the link into… Read More
2016-12-01 14:49
If you are reading this post, then you are probably already Dachshund Mad!But just in case you are sitting on the fence, let's just take in a quote from Her Majesty, Queen Victoria, who righ… Read More
2016-12-01 12:00
Hallo to all Daxies and their Humans, from Twiglet, Alan and Nic.Today we are very excited and happy to bringDachshund Mad!into being.This has been an interesting and fun project to date and… Read More
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