Monthly Archives: September 2015

Professional dachshund portraits, do it!

Hello friends. Let me impart some words of wisdom and experience. Between 2005 and 2009, I had Rufus‘ portrait taken by some of the best pet photographers LA has to offer. We had his photo taken by 6 professional photographers … Continue reading

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A pile of love

It truly warms the human heart when I happen to walk into the kitchen and find all three dachshunds piled up together basking in the warm rays of sun. To me that’s the look of genuine unconditional love. These three … Continue reading

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Rufus is back baby!

Tuesday, 20 days since his attack, Rufus returned to the very same beach for a wonderful sunset frolic with his pack. Today was a very happy day for us. Rufus was certainly elated to be back at one of his favorite … Continue reading

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LA Doxies’ monthly meetup

Today Rufus attended his first LA Doxies‘ monthly meetup post dog attack, and he did great. He even climbed a tree chasing after a squirrel, which made me smile. It was also very nice to have a such a great turnout … Continue reading

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Rufus update; day 17

Rufus got his stitches out yesterday (Friday) – yippee! The wound looks great, but we were reminded that we can’t bathe, play at the beach or do any excessive licking in that area for THREE MORE DAYS, sigh. So, we’re … Continue reading

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RIP Pookie

Today we got word that a friend went to the Rainbow Bridge. He was 19 years old. It hurts the heart every time we hear that another is gone, but we find comfort in that he lived a very long and happy life. … Continue reading

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Road to recovery; day 11

Today was a milestone for us. It was Rufus’ first public outing since he was attacked. He still has his stitches for three more days, but we elected to go out and about despite them since his wound seems to be … Continue reading

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In-home photo shoot

At the encouragement of friends, on a very limited basis, I’m making my photography services available for in-home photo sessions i.e., have lights, camera, backdrops and will travel. Bailey, Bertie and Dexter were my first official in-home photo shoot, and … Continue reading

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Oscar Mayer RIP

On Sunday, August 16, 2015, our sweet friend Oscar Mayer went to the Rainbow Bridge. His family agreed that a tribute in pictures to his loving memory would be welcomed, and I got to work on the photos soon thereafter. It’s … Continue reading

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Rufus update; day 9

Friends, THANK YOU so much for the continued concern and request for Rufus updates. We are really feeling the love, and your support and positive feedback has really made a bad situation better. Rufus’ spirits are great, and we’re trying … Continue reading

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