Category Archives: Rescue

Lovely Lily

Posted on August 1, 2013 by rufusontheweb

I know the longer Lily is with us, the harder it will be to say goodbye but I know we can do it. Milo was part of our daily lives for a year and half. We loved him and the … Continue reading →

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Lily, Emily & their stick

Posted on July 30, 2013 by rufusontheweb

Dachshunds (and probably dogs in general) love sticks. Despite my continued protest they insist on chewing on sticks. I provide an array of other chew toys, but apparently nothing is as good as an old fashion stick. I’m constantly taking … Continue reading →

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Lily’s log: day 10

Posted on July 29, 2013 by rufusontheweb

Sunday marked Lily’s 10-day anniversary with us. She continues to blossom with my pack. Emily provides lots of opportunity for play and rough housing, while Rufus has become her favorite snuggle buddy. Like many dachshunds we all know, Lily loves … Continue reading →

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Lily and Emily at play

Posted on July 26, 2013 by rufusontheweb

Today’s post illustrates why a dachshund puppy needs another young at heart doxie to be her playmate OR a very active human. Doxie puppies love to eat, sleep and play. The eat and sleep part are easy, but can you … Continue reading →

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Let’s talk about Lily

Posted on July 25, 2013 by rufusontheweb

Let’s talk about Lily and me. Let’s talk about all the good things and the bad things that may be. Let’s talk about Lily. Oh my goodness, Lily is awesome. I’m big advocate that puppies should not be left home … Continue reading →

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Dachshund Delights discount for DOGS

Posted on July 24, 2013 by rufusontheweb

We’re big fans of Dachshund Delights’ hug-a-dog harnesses. I absolutely love them and regular visitors to the site have repeatedly seen my pair sporting theirs. Well… making her hug-a-dog harness debut in one of Emily’s hand-me-downs is Lily. Isn’t she … Continue reading →

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Lily’s log: day 4

Posted on July 23, 2013 by rufusontheweb

Lily the tiny 4-pound red smooth doxie rescue continues to do well in our foster care. Her personality is starting to shine through and she doesn’t seem to be overly shy or timid. She is not obnoxiously bold and brave, … Continue reading →

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Lucy 2013 update

Posted on July 22, 2013 by rufusontheweb

Last August I met this adorable 7-week-old puppy named Lucy; later that summer I stepped up to co-fostered her with another friend and this Sunday (nearly a year to date) I got to meet the new and bigger Lucy. She’s … Continue reading →

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Lily’s log: day 1

Posted on July 21, 2013 by rufusontheweb

Friday, July 19, 2013: Lily’s first day and night with our pack. She did remarkably well. There were no accidents inside and though some credit is due to Lily, I have to confess much of it goes to my vigilant … Continue reading →

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Introducing Lily

Posted on July 20, 2013 by rufusontheweb

Lily is my new foster doxie puppy. She’s a lovely red smooth purebred dachshund estimated to be 3 months old and is only about four pounds; she’s tiny. Her adoption is being overseen by Dachshund Rescue and Placement, but before … Continue reading →

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