Hello Jake, and best wishes for a good new year to come! Thought I’d let you know how we’re doing with our first dachshund. Since we’ve always had herding dogs we are often surprised by Baxter’s reaction to things but we are learning that it’s all about the nose for him? At 9 mos and 14 lbs, our vet thinks he’s about done growing, very sturdy and muscular. He has a lovely coat, nice dentition and bite as well. We take him everywhere and another surprise was how many people would come up to tell us they have or had a dachshund, or know someone who does, and share their opinion of them. There doesn’t seem to be a lot of middle ground – people either think they’re the most wonderful dogs ever or they don’t like them much. When we first got Baxter it was a bit scary to have that negative input – impossible to potty train, don’t like people much, inclined to be snappy, dig and bark incessantly, don’t get along with other dogs, etc. Since NONE of that is true about our little guy I just laugh now and let those folks see for themselves how awesome he is! Baxter is awesome. Healthy, loving, handsome, playful, comical and yes, a bit spoiled because he’s so darn cute we just can’t help ourselves!

Hi Jake Just wanted to send you some new pictures of Louie. He is such a good boy. He is very well taken care of. We love him and he has brought so much joy to us. Thank you.

Good morning! Finny is growing so much and is such a character. The vet said she was 6.8 lbs this week. The first toy she got is still her favorite and she takes it everywhere with her! We are so happy with her! Thanks guys!!

Our hearts and home are full with these two in it. Opal Diana is very affectionate, patient and faithful. Matilda Anne is devoted, fierce and kindhearted. They are a perfect match. Hope you are all well.

Hello Jake & Josh, A very big and heartfelt thank you for introducing us to this magnificent pup that we have named Chloe. We are so in love and Chloe has integrated into our family perfectly. She is so sweet, smart, brave, calm , adventurous and a love bug. Honey is helping with potty training and I can report we’ve hardly had accidents. She has caught on so quickly. Starting to sit on command (copies Honey) and we are working on recall with her name. She has already grown so much, using ramps and stairs for furniture and very respectful to Honeys first days of grumpy attitude. Now they are play and snuggle friend. She eats well, sleeps great and loves to play. She was a champ in the car ride home with no issues at all. We are going to stay with our pack of two for now and when Honey moves on will be back in touch to get a puppy sister for Chloe. I’m so impressed with the quality of this dog. Thank you!!!!!!! Gina, Hunter, Sabi , Chris and Honey

Oliver is one in a million, Jake. He is learning so many words, now. Today, he finally understood “wait” at the top of stairs for me to get there. He is so funny, having a definite sense of humor. He laughs at me quite often, and makes me laugh at myself. He now likes to retrieve two balls, carrying one in his mouth, while kicking the second with his paw. Rather remarkable. I have been scrap booking, looking at my history with dogs, including the 4 Guide Dog puppies I raised in 4-H. We had pugs and mastiffs on the ranch. Oliver is above and beyond any dog I have ever known. I have been thinking about a sister for him. But, I could not do justice to two. Just a year ago, I slept for the first week holding him in my chair all night. I was so worried Terry would never, ever bond with a dog. How silly. The hours of training are paying off. And, Terry loves Oliver as much as I do. I just bought Ollie a martingale training collar. He is responding well. It seems he is more responsive than with a regular training collar. I like the design. Still a choke collar, but a little different. Carry on with your amazing pups. I am so glad I found you and Oliver. You never know when we might decided we need another. Merry Christmas,

Hello One year ago today this sweet girl came into our lives. She’s a very smart, loving dachshund. Wishing you well.

Jake, Josh Happy New Year and All the Best in 2021! Sadie, Carol, and Ken

Hi Jake, Lucy(Elizabeth) is doing great. She goes with me to the park, to the food bank where I volunteer. My coworkers like to visit with her We love Lucy.

Penny’s doing great. It’s amazing how many people tell me how sweet she is. Are not all dachshunds sweet? Hope all is well.