Love Is A Doxie

Zara's dachshund Frank is one lucky dog! In this episode, we learn about his close-call in New York, a big journey back to Australia, and an encounter with the dreaded IVDD.Credits:Music for Lesfm from PixabayMusic from ZakharValaha from PixabayMusic from WinkingFox Music from PixabaySounds from Zapsplat.com 

In this episode,  dachshund-lover and artist Jean Ballands talks about how rescuing her Ruby lead to the creation of two very special programs: Reading to Dachshunds, for teenagers and visits to the aged care homes. In both cases, the dachshunds involved bring joy and comfort to those who need it most.Credits:'In the Forest' by Lesfm'Acoustic Guitars Ambient Uplifting' by Lesfm

The horrendous death of her dachshund, Pancake, has compelled Yvette Goldberg to fight for the introduction of Pancake's Law so that no other dog dies the same way hers did and there are consequences for the owners of aggressive animals.In this episode, she shares her memories of this brave dachshund and explains why Australia must bring about this law for the safety of all dogs and their owners.CREDITS:Music by JuliusH from PixabayMusic by Lesfm from Pixabay

They might not strike you as being the ideal farm dog, but Poppy the dachshund from New Zealand pretty quickly proved sceptics wrong. Poppy's owners, Harriet and James, adored her, but when James died in a farming accident their world was turned upside-down. Now, Harriet Bremner and Poppy are on a mission to educate others on farm safety and speaking out about mental health.  To find out more about Harriet's work and her books, visit her website. CREDITS:‘Time for Poetry' by One Man BookMusic by WinkingFoxMusic from PixabayMusic by JuliusH from Pixabay

First diagnosed with multiple sclerosis then three different cancers, Justine Martin had just one wish: to get better and bring a dachshund into her life.  Obviously, that's what happened and, in this episode, she talks about her and her dog, Pansy, are helping others with disabilities to thrive.CREDITS:'Still-True' by KetsaMusic by WinkingFoxMusic from PixabayMusic by Asepirawan20 from Pixabay 

Welcome to season two! In this episode, Jarrel and William from Trinidad and Tobago talk about bringing Dante the dachshund into their lives following the death of his owner, and how all their lives changed as a result.Credits:'Until You're Gone Forever' by Johny GrimesMusic by Lesfm from PixabayMusic by Palle1958 from Pixabay

In this episode, we hear from members of the Dog Meat Trade Dachshund Support Group in the United Kingdom and learn about the dachshunds they have rescued from China and Korea. There are happy endings for the dogs that feature in this episode; not only did they find freedom, but they were welcomed with loving arms by their new owners. CREDITS:Pictures of the Floating World, 'Tiger'Gotama, 'Piano Dreams #3'Serge Quadrado, 'Infinity'

In this episode, Barbara Techel talks about the joy that caring for disabled dachshunds in wheelchairs brought to her life.CREDITS:Pictures of a Floating World: 'Pale Tussock' and 'Death's Head'Guitar Folk Acoustic by Asepirawan20

As the owner of a German Shepherd, author Matt Whyman didn't think his wife's new pet, a miniature dachshund, would have much impact on his life. But when Matt insisted on naming the dachshund Hercules, it was just the start of their adventures together. CREDITS:‘Chronicle' by Ketsa‘Nice View' by Crowander‘Sunday Morning' by Caffeine Creek BandSounds from Zapsplat.com

In this episode, we talk to the Porth family, who used the lockdown period to rescue and re-home 20 dachshunds with Dachshund Rescue of Los Angeles. 12-year-old Greyson Porth explains why it feels so good to help these dogs, and how he's able to bring music to their ears. 

Pip the miniature dachshund caught the whole world's attention when she faced a gruelling five-month journey to get back home to her family in Australia.In this episode, we hear about her family's devotion to being reunited with her, and the strangers who made it possible.CREDITS:Sounds from Zapsplat.com'Sunshine' and 'Sailing' by Delicate Steve'Melancholia' by Godmode'Seaside Piazza' by Aaron Kenny

In this episode, we learn about two blind dachshunds: Nikki and Reesie, whose owners have done everything they can to give these special dogs a very special life.Listen to Joe talk about rescuing Nikki, and Paul Lachance, who wrote a children's book, Reesie The Blind Dachshund, about the new addition to his family.Music credits:'Dream Escape' by The Rides'A Quiet Thought' by Wayne Jones'Dreamland' by Aakash Gandhi

So, you thought we'd disappeared after not posting for a while? Nope – we're back! In this episode, Anne-Marie from Arthur & Co. Pet Concierge talks about helping one Sydney family find their missing dachshund, Gracie. Spoiler alert: it's a happy ending (we need more of those!) Song credits:‘Outcast' by Myuu‘Forgiven Fate' by Dan Lebowitz‘A Walk in the Park' by Doug Maxwell‘A Hand in the Dark' by Underbelly & Ty Mayer‘Building Blocks' by Nate BlazeSounds from zapsplat.com

Joe had wanted a dog for a long time, but he was certain that a dachshund wasn't the breed for him. Until he met Greta. In this episode, he shares the story of a chance encounter that changed his life, and how a difficult dog taught him about patience and never giving up on the one you love. 

Van Badham never thought she'd be a dog-owner. The award-winning playwright and columnist for The Guardian has never been one to shy away from the tough issues, but for years she had a deep fear of dogs. But when her partner, Ben, brought home a dachshund, Germanicus, everything changed ...CREDITS:Pictures of a Floating World, 'Bumbling'Nathan Moore, 'The Crows Did It'; 'Checkmate'Steve Adams, 'Slingshot'

When my sister, Kristen, was battling terminal illness, her miniature dachshund, Cali, was never far from her side.In this first episode, I share the personal reason for embarking on this journey and look at how Cali has healed and helped our family at a time when we needed it most. CREDITS:Pictures Of A Floating World, 'Bumbling'Dan Lebowitz, 'Sweet Release'Aakash Gandhi, 'Dancing Star'Meydän, 'Tired of life'Steve Adams, 'Ponte de Abril'Sounds from Zapsplat.com and Freesound.org

So, what's this project all about? Join me, Mitchell, on this exploration of the power of the dachshund. In each episode, we'll meet the owner of a very special doxie and discover how their dog changed their life.CREDITS:'Ponte de Abril' by Steve Adams