Rufus & Milo | October 2011. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
Before there was Emily, it was strictly the boy’s club with Rufus & Milo. It’s fun watching the dynamic in the house evolve with a female pup around, but Rufus and Milo remain the first ODs – “original doxies” on the scene. Today’s post is a tribute to the duo and their 6-month friendship together before Emily’s arrival.
Rufus & Milo | October 2011. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
Bernie | June 2011. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
Meet Rufus’ friend Bernie. Bernie visited us in June 2011, and the wiggly, high-energy pup was a treat to photograph. I love his black button nose and bright brown eyes. Bernie was 4 at the time.
Rufus & Bernie | June 2011. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
Rufus on yellow tile. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
Simply Rufus.
Rufus on red tile stairs. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
Emily & sister Myfawnw. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
Sunday was a magnificent day for many reasons. One, we formally adopted Emily Sue from Dachshund Rescue & Placement, the adorable smooth black and tan 9-week-old pup. Second, Emily got a chance to roughhouse with her sister this afternoon; which was the first time they have seen each other in 7 days. Lastly but not least, Emily’s sister was also adopted and named today. Her name is going to be Myfawnwy. It’s Welsh. All four puppies from Emily’s liter have now been officially adopted. What a superb day indeed.
Rufus supervises the pups. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
Emily Sue. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
Let me please introduce Emily Sue Ortez-Tibbels. We signed the paperwork today and officially adopted the adorable black and tan doxie. We’re thrilled to have her and look forward to many wonderful adventures and pictures to come.
Emily Sue. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
Emily & Milo. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
You can spend all the money you have on designer dog toys and at the end of the day the toy that gets the most attention, despite one’s protest, is a common, ordinary, every-day run of the mill stick you find in the backyard. Dogs, you have to love their ability to find joy in life’s simple pleasures.
Milo & Emily. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
Rufus & Bruno. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
I love old LA bathrooms. The original tile and colors are very fun to photograph, especially when you add a dachshund or two.
Rufus. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
Emily | January 2012. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
Emily got a clean bill of health on Tuesday and celebrates 9 weeks old on Friday. She still has that new puppy smell.
Emily | January 2012. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
Rufus & the wirehairs | April 2011. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
No matter your opinion on dachshunds and stairs, two things are certain: 1) doxies posing on stairs is adorable and 2) the backstairs of some homes make for prime sunbathing. Apparently some staircases and dachshunds do make for excellent bedfellows.
Rufus & Larry. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
Sophie. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
Rufus and I regularly visit dog parks throughout LA County and often ask our friends to join. Of course, when one arrives at the dog park, what’s one to do – but play fetch with whatever one finds.
Piebald Huntington Dog Beach. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels
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