DOGS’ Spring 2015 T-shirt campaign

DOGS' Spring 2015 T-shirt | April 2015.  Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

DOGS’ Spring 2015 T-shirt | April 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

By popular demand (and down right insistence) we’ve created our Spring 2015 T-shirt campaign featuring Rufus, dachshund extraordinaire. This time around we’ve partnered with Represent.com to oversee the fulfilment of orders. In addition to the positive reviews, we’ve gone with them mostly because they were among the very few vendors to allow us to use a full color original image vs. a one color silkscreen derivative. We’re really excited to see the final product!

In the last three years Rufus has become part of so many more families besides our own. Lots of you tune in daily to see what he’s up to, and we love being honorary members of your pack. It has been fantastic to share him with everyone, and here’s one more opportunity to have a sweet keepsake of Rufus while being philanthropic.

To order yours click here! Additionally, the first 10 people who order a copy of our book 102 Dachshunds at the current advertised price will get their choice of shirt (V-neck or Tank Top) for FREE. After you make your donation for the book, we’ll contact you via email to get your details (size, style, etc).

If we reach our goal and the feedback is positive, we’ll happily consider doing future campaigns featuring Emily and Lily.

Many thanks in advance dachshund friends for the consideration and continued support. We love each and everyone of you!!!

DOGS' Spring 2015 T-shirt | April 2015.  Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

DOGS’ Spring 2015 T-shirt | April 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

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April 2015 monthly meetup

LA Doxies Meetup | April 2015.  Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

LA Doxies Meetup | April 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Jake & Sadie | April 2015.  Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Jake & Sadie | April 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Charlie | April 2015.  Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Charlie | April 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

LA Doxies members | April 2015.  Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

LA Doxies members | April 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Yesterday was our dachshund Sunday funday and we celebrated with about 35 dachshunds and their humans at a local dog park. It was a picture perfect afternoon for it; proof is in the pictures. Enjoy dachshund friends.

Oscar, Andouille & Vienna | April 2015.  Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Oscar, Andouille & Vienna | April 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Bear & Grump | April 2015.  Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Bear & Grump | April 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Auto & Auggie | April 2015.  Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Auto & Auggie | April 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

LA Doxies members | April 2015.  Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

LA Doxies members | April 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

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Action Lily

Lily | April 2015.  Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Lily | April 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Lily really comes alive at the beach. Lily can be a shy little bug, but in certain environments and circumstances, she really seems to shed the inhibitions and runs free. She especially enjoys the beach. Perhaps because she’s being going there regularly since we first got her (nearly 2 years ago). Whatever the reason, it truly warms the heart to see her be so happy. Proof is in the pictures. Have a wonderful day dachshund friends.

Lily | April 2015.  Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Lily | April 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

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Little itty bitty Lily

Lily | April 2015.  Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Lily | April 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Lily has really stolen my heart. She’ll have been with us 2 years this July, and she continues to be a shy and nervous little doxie around people. However, in the privacy of our home, she’s a real love bug. Some dachshunds (and dogs in general) are more affectionate than others. Lily is all about showing her love and fondness for us daily; she loves to drown us in kisses at every opportunity. As a rescue perhaps she really appreciates that we decided keep her, especially since we had no plan to do so in the beginning. Rufus continues to reign king in my heart, but Lily (and Emily) are a very close second. These pups seem to know no bounds when it comes to providing unconditional love to us silly humans. She may be grateful to us for keeping her, but I can say for certain I’m so thankful we did. She makes us happy and our family complete. Keeping her was one of the best unplanned decisions we made as a family. Enjoy dachshund friends.

Lily | April 2015.  Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Lily | April 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

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Bella & Chloe

Bella | April 2015.  Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Bella | April 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Today we’re happy to feature our friends: Bella & Chloe. They both have a pleasing personality and are very friendly, and apparently from the pictures, very photogenic. I really like Bella’s mismatched eyes and Chloe’s sugary sweet disposition and touch of pink nose. Enjoy dachshund friends and have a wonderful day!

Chloe | April 2015.  Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Chloe | April 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

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National Sibling Day

Emily, Rufus & Lily | March 2015.  Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Emily, Rufus & Lily | March 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

These three might not be siblings in the traditional sense, but in my mind they are. They’re a pack lead by big brother, alpha dog named Rufus and supported by two nurturing and loving sisters we call Emily and Lily. If they could, I believe they’d happily celebrate each other today – on the day dedicated to sibling and familial bonds. Have a great one dachshund friends.

Lily, Emily & Rufus | March 2015.  Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Lily, Emily & Rufus | March 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

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Friends

Leo | March 2015.  Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Leo | March 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Scotty | March 2015.  Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Scotty | March 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

For the first time in a long while, I had some free time to just look through my catalog of photos and edit a few of my favorites. These are a handful of our dachshund friends from our last meetup. I really like that our breed is so varied and diverse, just like many of their humans. Enjoy the pictures friends and have a very happy, happy day.

Winter | March 2015.  Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Winter | March 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Charlie | March 2015.  Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Charlie | March 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

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Sparky

Sparky | March 2015.  Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Sparky | March 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

We recently talked to our friend who was feeling a little blue, which is something we can all certainly relate to; today’s post is dedicated to her. Friends, please meet the adorable and sweet dachshund Sparky.

Sparky | March 2015.  Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Sparky | March 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Earlier this year our friend Lenny went to the Rainbow Bridge leaving little Laci alone; after some appropriate time mourning, her family rescued this handsome hound. Sparky is a little shy around men (and the camera) but I managed to grab these shots at our last meetup. Despite his aversion to photos, he photographs very nicely, I think.

When life challenges us, I personally find comfort and strength in my dogs. Their unconditional love and support always seems to make me smile, and I hope today’s featured pictures will make our friend smile. Enjoy dachshund friends!

Sparky | March 2015.  Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Sparky | March 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Laci | March 2015.  Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Laci | March 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

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Happy Easter

Rufus, Emily & Lily | April 2015.  Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Rufus, Emily & Lily | April 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Happy Easter dachshund friends. From our pack to yours, may it be a wonderfully fun and safe weekend for all.

Rufus, Lily & Emily | April 2015.  Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Rufus, Lily & Emily | April 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Lily, Rufus & Emily | April 2015.  Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Lily, Rufus & Emily | April 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

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Celebrating Spring

Emily | March 2015.  Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Emily | March 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Spring is in full force here in Southern California and we’re enjoying it – like totally. Emily especially likes running up and down the shoreline. Have a great one dachshund friends.

Emily | March 2015.  Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

Emily | March 2015. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels ©

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