17 Years Ago Today

[David C.]

November 22, 1992:  I brought home a male dachshund puppy, my very first dog ever.   He didn't have a name yet, although I had several in mind.  My 10 year old neighbor picked "Rudy" from the bunch.   He was the first one of several puppers:  Max, Scally and Rusty, who are now at the Bridge, as well as Zora and Zeke.   This doesn't even take into consideration our "guests" at the Dachshie Hilton:  Meshach, Basie, Willie, Kong, Eddie and Duke, as well as the countless other four-legged friends we made.   

I remember my parents asking me why when they found out I got a dog.  I can't think of a good reason why not.  What a great ride it's been.   There's ups and downs, but certainly far more ups than downs.  My life has been considerably enriched due to the presence of four legged ones.

[Lowriders in Ohio]

I couldn't agree more.  I feel lucky to have the boys in my life.  Their unconditional love warms my heart every single day!

[Spanish Teckels]

I can´t imagine life without a dachshund or two (or three, or more) by my side throughout all the ups and downs and smooth sailing too.  Bet it seems like yesterday you brought Rudy home.  I can still remember the day my Rexy came to us when I was 5 and I´m up near the 50 mark now.  Bless them all.

[klsb]

Fin is really MY first dog. I had dogs growing up but they always liked my parents more (I was a very loud, fast child who loved animals a little too much. If you remember Elvira from Tiny Toons http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LAlQoei16AM .. that was me. So i dont blame the dogs one bit..)

He makes my life 100% better.

[Dianne]

David, there is nothing better than our fur children.  I hope you have another 17 years of fur-covered companionship!

[cheryl186]

I couldn't agree with you more, David.  Life is good....but dachshunds make it soooo much better!!

[Dee Dee and Hallie]

Wow 17 years...time sure flies. You were both very lucky to have each other! They sure do give us a lot while they are here they just don't get to stay long enough.

[Barb]

What an awesome memory !!!   Happy Remembrance Day !!!