Milo | February 2012. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
Yes, I’m completely and totally bias and I proudly admit that I love the eyes of a dachshund. Maybe it’s true for all dog lovers. Those puppy dog eyes (even as adult dogs) make me melt every time. The older they get, the more soulful they seem.
Milo | February 2012. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
Sydney | January 2012. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
Longhair dachshunds seem to have an effortless beauty about them. What do you think?
Sydney | January 2012. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
Emily | January 2012. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
Emily flashback Friday. Enjoy the puppy days because they grow fast. Luckily I have the pictures to remind me of that chubby little cherub puppy body and face.
Emily | January 2012. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
Milo & Rufus | July 2011. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
Narrowing the selection from thousands to just a hundred was a tough and difficult process for the forthcoming book 102 Dachshunds. On the bright side, I still get to share many of them with you here over the next several months. Honestly I adore them all, and I could fill a book two or three times over. Nonetheless, I do believe the final 102 dachshunds I handpicked are a balanced, fun representation of the diverse breed we love. Today’s doxies are among the featured 102, but imagine if these exact photos didn’t make the cut, what did?! You’ll just have to buy the book and see because I’m not telling. Remember the $125 tax deductible donation offer is only good through Oct. 31, 2012; and there’s only about 200 books remaining. When all 250 are sold, that’s it. The book is truly a limited edition, special collector’s item.
Mercedes | May 2011. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
Dust Jacket Layout by Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
If you have admired my original photography these last 275 days, we have some great news. For the first time, a 104-page, four color processing book showcasing 102 different dachshunds is being made possible by a grant received from California Institute of Contemporary Arts (http://cica.us.com/). The book is your gift for a tax deductible donation to the 501c3 Dachshund Outreach Giving and Socialization (DOGS) of $125.
If you reserve your copy today, we’ll cover the shipping expense. This is a special, limited edition book with only 250 copies being produced worldwide. They won’t last long, so buy yours now while you still can. They will arrive at your doorstep late November, just in time for the holiday season. 102 Dachshunds makes the perfect gift to give or get for any doxieholic.
The advance sale price of $125 is only valid through Oct. 31. We accept PayPal and checks. To inquire about paying by check please email johnny@johnnyortez.com for details.
A few pages from the book by Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
Lucy | August 2012. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
Barring any unforeseen circumstances, Lucy will be placed with her forever family on Friday, Oct 19. In the interim my family has taken over the fostering duties. By request from Lucy’s previous foster we’re showcasing some more Lucy.
Lucy | August 2012. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
Rufus | September 2011. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
Rufus is either in our laps or at our feet and he is nearly always looking up at me for one reason or another. Rufus has many different gazes; sometimes it’s a wanting look other times it’s a look of love, I imagine. Point, I never grow tired of Rufus’ presence or looks. In fact, I feel happiest when he is near. Life with a dachshund is good.
Rufus | September 2011. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
Bailey | May 2011. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
The lovely Bailey turned 11 yesterday and in celebration her humans created AARF – American Association of Retired Furballs on Facebook. The group is open to all senior dogs and the people that love them. Rufus is wishing his friend a very happy birthday and many happy returns. We don’t think you look a day over 8.
Bailey | May 2011. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
Rufus & Milo | November 2011. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
Milo can drive me nuts with his barking some days, but there’s no doubt he is Rufus’ partner in crime. Emily happily forgoes the squirrel chasing for grazing ficus tree berries, but Milo is right there with Rufus the whole time on the off-chance one takes a misstep. Doxies that play hard together naturally enjoy some downtime together. Here is Rufus and Milo taking a respite before their next squirrel hunt.
Rufus & Milo | November 2011. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
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