27 of 366 Outwear doxie tips

Emily | December 2014. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Emily | December 2014. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Earlier this week we showcased Rufus in his badass faux-leather bomber jacket with hood. Well today is the girls‘ turn. We have Emily in her popping hot-pink peacoat, and Lily is her own badass faux-leather bomber jacket with pink hood (for that touch of femininity).

What we enjoy about these coats (for all of our hound friends fighting to keep warm and dry this season) is the flattering fit and protection it offers to their undercarriage. We often recommend outerwear that covers their big barrel chests. Some versions of outerwear have a single strap underneath – which is easy to put on and easier to fit a variety of shapes, but… our low-riding hounds need that extra coverage down low – otherwise, what’s point?! Yes, coverage on top is good but our hot dogs are low to the ground, mud and damp – which is what we want to protect them from, right?!?

Finding outerwear that fits and protects our handsome hound is a challenge, but if you make a list of what’s important to you, it’ll help when you’re shopping. Good luck friends, and let us know if you have a favorite brand or retailer that you like for our darling dachshunds.

Lily | December 2014. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Lily | December 2014. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

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26 of 366 Beach day

Emily, Lily & Rufus | January 2016. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Emily, Lily & Rufus | January 2016. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Everyone on social media is posting pictures of themselves playing in the snow, and it’s easy to feel a little left out (for a second) but… then I think to myself, that I’d much rather share photos of us playing in the sun, sand and surf!!! Today we made a trip to local favorite beach and enjoyed January Southern California style. Whatever the weather is like in your part of the world, make the the most of it. Enjoy the photos friends.

Lily, Emily, Rufus & their human | January 2016. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Lily, Emily, Rufus & their human | January 2016. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Lily, Rufus, Emily & their human | January 2016. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Lily, Rufus, Emily & their human | January 2016. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

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25 of 366 Rufus

Rufus | December 2012. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Rufus | December 2012. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Rufus looks like a badass in his faux leather bomber jacket. It remains a favorite of mine; we got it back in December 2012. It is stylish, fits well and keep his adorable underbelly covered from mud and debris. Love it so much I eventually got matching jackets for my girls. Proper outerwear is important for our low-riding hounds. Enjoy the photos friends.

Rufus | December 2012. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Rufus | December 2012. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Rufus | December 2012. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Rufus | December 2012. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

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24 of 366 Lazy Sunday

Rufus, Emily & Lily | January 2016. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Rufus, Emily & Lily | January 2016. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

This is what we did today; lounge around the house and be lazy. It was an eventful and easy day. We loved it. Hope you and yours had an equally great one. Enjoy the photos friends.

Rufus, Emily & Lily | January 2016. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Rufus, Emily & Lily | January 2016. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Rufus, Emily & Lily | January 2016. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Rufus, Emily & Lily | January 2016. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

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23 of 366 Little Lily

Lily | July 2014. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Lily | July 2014. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Here is little, precious, lovely Lily from July 2014. She is so pretty.

Lily | July 2014. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Lily | July 2014. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Lily | July 2014. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Lily | July 2014. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

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22 of 366 Cute classic

Emily & Rufus | January 2013. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Emily & Rufus | January 2013. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

We love all dachshunds: smooth, longhair and wirehair. We love all the many different color combinations also; however, there is some to be said about the classic pairing of a smooth regal red and black and tan beauty. For many of us they’re a time-honored combination. Enjoy the photos friends. These are from January 2013 B.L. (before Lily).

Emily & Rufus | January 2013. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Emily & Rufus | January 2013. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

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21 of 366 Precious pups

Emily & Lily | 2013. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Emily & Lily | 2013. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Rufus | 2013. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Rufus | 2013. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Sometimes you have to just let sleeping dogs lie because they’re just too precious to disturb. We love watching our hounds sleep. It truly warms the heart, especially when they cuddle with one another or use each other as a pillow. Enjoy the photos friends.

Lily & Rufus | 2013. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Lily & Rufus | 2013. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Lily & Emily | 2013. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Lily & Emily | 2013. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

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20 of 366 my happy hounds

Lily, Emily & Rufus | December 2013. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Lily, Emily & Rufus | December 2013. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

These are from December 2013. I love these happy hound dogs so very much. Enjoy the photos friends and share yours with us on our DOGS’ Facebook page.

Lily, Emily & Rufus | December 2013. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Lily, Emily & Rufus | December 2013. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Lily, Emily & Rufus | December 2013. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Lily, Emily & Rufus | December 2013. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

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19 of 366 Rufus & Emily

Rufus | January 2013. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Rufus | January 2013. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

These are from January 2013. Enjoy the photos friends.

Rufus & Emily | January 2013. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Rufus & Emily | January 2013. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Emily & Rufus | January 2013. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Emily & Rufus | January 2013. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

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18 of 366 Throwback to December

Bernstein Shore Pack | December 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Bernstein Shore Pack | December 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

These are from our December exhibit; we created two new original prints showcasing something I like to call repetition, rhythm and pattern; my modern interpretation of dachshund iconography. I love these as 16×20 prints, but I think they’d also be fun as a wallpaper, wrapping paper or a textile used to make bags, clothes or other fun stuff. What do you think friends???

Heffler Pack | December 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Heffler Pack | December 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

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