Category Archives: Emily

Beach day

We celebrated the 4th of July with hike in the mountains, and today we continued the post-holiday activities with a weekday visit to a nearly empty beach. Rufus and Emily are living the good life. Proof is in the pictures. … Continue reading

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Being patriotic and prepared

Today Rufus & Emily wish everyone a very happy and safe 4th of July holiday. Remember some doxies may suffer from firework anxiety so prepare and plan in advance. The number one thing I can suggest is to please ensure … Continue reading

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Doxies in cars

I think dogs in general like going for rides in cars, and I also think some doxies (especially those that don’t suffer from car sickness) really enjoy seeing the world for an elevated perspective. Dachshunds are smart dogs with strong … Continue reading

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It’s my birthday!

Two of my favorite gifts continue to be Rufus and Emily, my dachshunds.  For all those celebrating a birthday today or the month of June, Happy Birthday!

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Happy Birthday!

Yesterday was Emily’s 7th month anniversary of life along with her sister Myfanwy and of course we have to mention the milestone. Additionally, June is filled with many birthdays and this post is dedicated to them all. To name just … Continue reading

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DOGS laser tag fundraiser

Rufus, Emily and friends are lending today’s post to the not-for-profit organization DOGS (Dachshund Outreach Giving & Socialization) and tomorrow’s laser tag fundraiser event in Sherman Oak, CA. If you’re local please try to come out and join us. If … Continue reading

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Thank you Poland!

Yesterday was a milestone for us; it was a record breaking day. Daily we receive fun reports on how many views we get to the site and by what country. Generally, the US is atop of the leader board with … Continue reading

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Emily Sue Friday

Today we celebrate Emily Sue. I like the top picture because Emily looks like a perfect statuette sitting on a mantel. In the bottom one she is a little more ominous and serious with her fixed gaze, but still completely … Continue reading

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Emily’s purple

The color purple represents royalty and is often associated with nobility. The color can also suggest riches and romance. For me all these things are present in these pictures of Emily with the fallen purple foliage from the Jacaranda tree. … Continue reading

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Wilacre Park in Fryman Canyon

Hiking makes up a significant part of our weekly routine. We try to hike about 3-4 days a week and many Saturdays with a sub-group of doxie friends affectionately called the Leaner Wieners Hiking Club. If you’re local to LA … Continue reading

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