#dachsundmix

[keirku]

Lazy morning with the #furbaby #bassetmix #dachsundmix #mixedbreed #mutt #dogs #dogsofinstagram #anime #dbs #dragonballsuper https://www.instagram.com/p/CpY65DKOO7C/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[strangelyokay]

Didn't want a Dog, now I have Three !!!

I never wanted dogs. I know that by saying that, I sound like a terrible person, but it wasn’t just dogs, I didn’t want pets in general. Personally, I just didn’t see the logic of getting a pet, especially during college, everything is already super expensive. If I got a dog, I would need to buy it things, not mentioning the vet bills, apartment pet deposit or any damages done by the dog. Also, pets need attention, love, time, and that’s almost impossible if I’m working or in class, I would feel bad. The point is I didn’t want a pet, maybe when I graduated, or when I thought having one would be less work, I didn’t want the responsibility.

The problem was I started dating someone I really liked, and he had a dog named, Bristol. Bristol hates everybody except my boyfriend, I mean she can tolerate people/other dogs, but for the most part she rather be by herself with my boyfriend on a beach somewhere alone. This dog is a 15 years old, chihuahua/Pomeranian mix, who is filled with so much attitude it borders on hateful. This dog hated me, but I couldn’t take it personal, since it hated everybody else too. Now my boyfriend (lets call him James) loves this dog, I mean this dog has been with him for 15 years, he loves this dog. I wasn’t that big into dogs, I had one as a kid, love it, it died, and I haven’t had one since. My parents took care of my childhood dog, Chona, so I had fond memories of her, but not compare to people who do the grunt work.

Bristol

Anyway, James and I moved into the same apartment, a studio apartment, super small with the kitchen, living room and bedroom all in one open space, the restroom had the only door, so yeah it sucked. Bristol was new to me, when I moved in, I didn’t have a job (that’s how you know James loved me lol) so all my time was spend with her, she kept to herself and expected me to do the same, unless she needed to potty (go to the restroom). Like I said before, I never wanted another dog, I didn’t want the responsibility, and Bristol wasn’t my dog, but we spend a lot of time together, at that point she was 13, still old, but still playful (with James not me). Since she didn’t care for me, she would never cuddle, always bark when I tried to hold her, and never listen me.

I want to point out, I never hated this dog, but that didn’t mean I was always thrilled to wake up to one who hated me. Also, Bristol wasn’t like an ugly T-Shirt James had that I could convince him to throw out (not that I ever wanted too). I was simply uninterested in doing the dog person responsibilities, I didn’t want to walk it or take it out to pee or basically be considerate of it, I just wanted to be responsible of me. I know how ridicules all of this sounds, but I thought it was interesting how people fall in love and then change, not for someone else, but because of someone else.

James loves dogs obviously, but he loves just about any other pet too, he ones convinced me to get four baby ducks at a Tractor Supply Store. Well he didn’t convince me, more like I said, “no they’ll poo everywhere”, and he took that as gets four baby ducks while I’m at work, because there cute. They eventually found a good home, just not with us.

Bristol is old, she will eventually move on, and James knows this, but obviously isn’t thrilled about it, I know this too, and while I eventually have gotten to the point of  loving Bristol in my own way, I will be sad in a different way than James. I am terrible with sad events and originally, I look up on ways to help people grieving over lost pets, as a precaution, I wanted to be prepared So I would know exactly what to do. Not that me knowing would really change much, but I did read an article that said getting the person another dog after the loss of one, would feel like they are replacing the one that died.

I read that sometimes it helps to have a dog that knew the old one, that meant getting another dog. I talked to James about it and we agreed that it was something to think about. James knew I didn’t’ really cared for dogs, so he was basically asking me to think about it, because James of course wanted the dog. That’s how we ended up with Whiskey, a nervous dog, a little shy and very sweet, but Bristol didn’t care for her, since Bristol hated everybody, but they learned to live together. However, Whiskey was lonely, Bristol was too old to play and fragile, and while Whiskey was super sweet towards Bristol, you could tell she wanted Bristol to pay attention to her too. So again, me and James talked, I said “let’s get a fluffy dog this time.”

Whiskey

Well I went to pick one out at a dog Rescue, but she turned out to not be fluffy at all, she was definitely mix with a dachshund and honestly wasn’t my first choice, but she kept looking at me with sad eyes and I just couldn’t say no. Also, I felt like James would love this one too, but the best part was that she and Whiskey seemed like old friends. We named that one Ruby. Three dogs.

Ruby

The funny thing is that I didn’t realize I had three dogs until I did, if that makes any sense and it was interesting to say the least, all of them had their own personalities. The weird part was that I can honestly say I love them, its weird to say that, because I just never thought I has the potential to care about something that isn’t human. I know that’s strange, but it was just an unexpected positive in my life.

Together

Links to Articles about pet Loss:

10 Ways to Heal After Losing a Pet

Coping with the death of your pet

Coping with Losing a Pet

[rolypolypunk]

Welcoming our new member of the family...🐶❤️ #dachsundmix #burlingtoncountyanimalalliance #adoptdontshop #muttsofinstagram (at Yardley, Pennsylvania) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bx_NLJBAasT/?igshid=1a1gbv705d79v

[aluraspets-blog]

Aw Gee whiz ma. 😇 🐾 🐾 🐾 #dogs #dogsofintagram #ilovemydog #cute #cutepups #ilovemymutt #rescuedog #sherescuedme #love #shitzumix #dachsundmix #fluffy

[sgvhs-blog]

"Good morning everyone, my name is Roxie and I am a Doxie ( get it? 😁). I am about 2 years old and I am new at the shelter. I was so scared at first that I could stop shaking and trembling, but I begin to see now that the staff and volunteers are here to help me. Please come visit me and make me a part of your family..." www.sgvhumane.org/available-pets #dachsund #dachsundmix #dog #hotdogdog #muttsofinstagram #dogsofinstagram #adoptdontshop #sgvhs #sgvhumanesociety (at San Gabriel Valley Humane Society)

[talemadretalefiglia]

Annuncio con piacere di essere diventata collìa (collega+zia) di 3 adorabili cucciolotti. Julia vorrebbe “accocolarli” tutti, ma ha un debole per la femminuccia nera. Voi quale preferite? 💕💙 Ricordo che un cucciolo è per sempre, richiede impegno e attenzione in cambio di un mondo di amore. Evitate, quindi, di fare regali stagionali! #buonnatale #pets #newbornpet #dachshund #newborndachshund #cucciolidibassotto #cuccioli #christmaswishlist2017 #lovedachshund #lovedachshunds #instamamme #instamom #bambiniecani #bambinieanimali #thewomoms #womoms #dachsundstyle #dachsundmix #petslove

[thebindoggins-blog]

Sunday funday at the bay. Buckley doesn't enjoy being in the water. Husker Jean on the other hand doesn't mind as long as she can play fetch 🏖️ . . . . . #bindoggins #fiestaisland #sandiego #missionbay #poodlesofinstagram #poodles #pitbullsofinstagram #dachshundsofinstagram #pitbull #pitbullmix #dachsunds #dachsundmix #mutts #muttsofinstagram #fetch #chuckit

[norfolkrosee-blog]

My evening consists of watching #crufts2017 with my #pup he's well please 😊 #myloves #beautifulpuppy #2andhalfyearsold #dachsundmix #dachshundcross #gorgeous #mybaby (at Dereham, Norfolk)

[keirku]

Somebody got a new blanket for their bed… #dogs #dogsofinstagram #mutt #muttsofinstagram #mixedbreed #mixedbreeds #mixedbreedsofinstagram #bassetmix #dachsundmix #happypupper https://www.instagram.com/p/ClPuwYOO9d0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[thatprincessgirl]

Can you believe this little boy is almost 5 months old?? He’s getting so big!! Follow @merlintheadventurepup on his new Instagram page! And don’t forget to share my good boy! #puppy #puppylife #aussiemix #rescuedog #rescuepuppy #dachsundmix #spanielmix #puppiesofinstagram #redhead #puppyselfie #dogselfie #dogmom — view on Instagram https://ift.tt/3neqRZH

[bootsykitty]

Rudy was curious about something on the powerlines. Probably a squirrel. #puppy #dachsundmix #dachshund #ManchesterTerrier #minpin

[instagrampuppies]

I’m six months old today! 🥳 here’s a video of me barking at the other dogs outside. . . . . . #dachshund #dachsundmix #dachsundmixofinstagram #puppies #puppylove #puppiesofinstagram #dogsofinstagram http://bit.ly/2yRMkiE

[mybestbuddydog]

London And I met today. She has a very committed family. We are working on resource guarding issues and reducing stress in her environment she is an amazing dog we think dachshund - corgi mix. #corgimixes #dachsundmixes https://www.instagram.com/p/BnesNirAdWS/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1ajiye5jw14qr

[sgvhs-blog]

Good morning! 😙😘☀ ABOUT CHOCOLATE Chocolate is a very handsome boy who is as sweet as his name. Chocolate was surrendered to the shelter by an owner who could no longer care for him. He is a friendly, affectionate dog who seems to love the company of people. He greets new friends with a smiling face, wagging tail, and lots of kisses to share. Chocolate seems interested in meeting other dogs as well. He has a lot of energy and would benefit from some leash training, but he loves going for walks. This happy boy is full of personality, and just wants to find a loving home where he is treated as part of the family. If you have room in your heart for a great little dog, come meet Chocolate - he is as sweet as a Hershey's kiss! Primary Color: Brown Secondary Color: Black Weight: 20.4 Age: 1yrs 10mths 1wks  Animal has been Neutered MORE ABOUT CHOCOLATE Pet ID: 28785 Spayed/Neutered • Current on vaccinations #chocolate #dachsundmix #dog #adoptdontbuy #chihuahuadachsundmix #muttsofinstagram #happydog #adoptme #sgvhs #sgvhumanesociety (at San Gabriel Valley Humane Society)

[keirku]

Kelso’s #dumbo #impression #sillypupper #mixedbreed #mixedbreedsofinstagram #dog #dogsofinstagram #mutt #bassetmix #dachsundmix #blep https://www.instagram.com/p/CfKojJmrByo/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[thatprincessgirl]

“I dunno, he looks kinda hairy and slobbery to me.” Merlin is my life now, sorry not sorry. I’ve never had a dog before (my parents decided against it for pragmatic reasons), and this sweet boy is only 9-weeks old, so he’s quite a handful! But we’re getting the hang of training him, and he’s getting smarter and more aware of his environment by the day! He’s a little scared of the laundry machine, but we sat on the floor watching the spin cycle the other day. Mostly, though, I e’s a dream come true. Merlin was rescued by @tobiessmalldogrescue, check them out if you live in LA! You can also make them your Amazon Smile donation recipient at NO cost, so if you haven’t set that up yet, I encourage you to add them there! #rescuepuppy #redhead #puppy #ariel #thelittlemermaid #rescuedogsofinstagram #aussiepup #dachsundmix #aussiemix #spanielmix #cutepuppy — view on Instagram https://ift.tt/3CInRMi