Tag Archives: #dachshund

Happy 13th Birthday Emily “Mimi” Sue

Posted on November 25, 2024 by rufusontheweb

We’re celebrating Emily’s “bark mitzvah” today; which is to say Mimi has officially turned lucky 13! And we’re beyond grateful because 5 weeks ago this Monday, Emily woke up with two wobbly back legs and a very uncertain future. So … Continue reading →

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Emily’s 3 week update

Posted on November 6, 2024 by rufusontheweb

First. Thank you to everyone who shared their love and support during this emotionally challenging time. Three weeks ago this Monday, Emily’s back two legs just stopped working properly. She had trouble standing and could not walk. The path to … Continue reading →

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Emily’s wobbly back legs

Posted on October 21, 2024 by rufusontheweb

Today we woke up ready to celebrate my spouse’s birthday, and instead we were greeted with Emily’s wobbly back legs when we took her outside to pee and poop. Ugh. Heartbreaking. A dachshund humans’ worst nightmare. Emily “Mimi” Sue turns … Continue reading →

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We are back

Posted on February 17, 2024 by rufusontheweb

After a 909 day hiatus; nearly 2 years and 6 months, post Rufus’ passing, we’re back! For me, it has been a long and hard road back to life without him. Thank goodness for our girls, especially our sweet little … Continue reading →

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Life update May 2022

Posted on May 19, 2022 by rufusontheweb

Hello friends. šŸ‘‹šŸ¼šŸ˜Š It has been a minute since we have offered an official update, so how about we do that now. Overall our pack is healthy, happy and safely staying close to home these days. We are grateful for … Continue reading →

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Happy Got-you Day Rufus!

Posted on October 30, 2018 by rufusontheweb

Fourteen years ago today, I met a little red miniature dachshund and our lives changed forever. Rufus was born on August 21, but we got him on Saturday, October 30, 2004. ā¤ I have photographed over 500 dachshunds over the … Continue reading →

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New Threadless shop

Posted on December 15, 2017 by rufusontheweb

Check it out friends; Rufus joins the Threadless family. Here’s your chance to snag some great last minute ORIGINAL gift ideas; grab them for yourself or give them to your favorite dachshund person.Ā https://rufusontheweb.threadless.com/Ā Ā Simple, timeless and clean designs in white or … Continue reading →

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Hug a dog harness

Posted on December 1, 2017 by rufusontheweb

Rufus has been wearing hug-a-dog harnesses for a decade or more. We have tried other harnesses, and enjoy options, but for us hug-a-dog harnesses have a proven track record. Our handsome hounds get to look stylish while giving their humans … Continue reading →

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Celebrating June 1st

Posted on June 2, 2017 by rufusontheweb

June 1st begins the countdown to my birthday which happens to be June 29th. I usually spend the next 28 days reflecting on the pervious year; like what I’ve learned, where I’ve succeed and the areasĀ I could use some improvement. … Continue reading →

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Help Cappie, please

Posted on May 25, 2017 by rufusontheweb

Hello friends. This is just a friendly reminder and update on theĀ darling doxie Cappie – as some of you have asked. He is doing much better, and of course, his progress comes at a price. Today’s test alone cost his … Continue reading →

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