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Jade Hersey September 04, 2024

Dachshund Lifespan: 7 Simple Steps to Help Your Doxie Live Longer

Have you ever wondered, "How long will my dachshund live?" The dachshund lifespan is a topic of great importance for every Doxie parent. In fact, understanding the dachshund lifespan can help you make informed decisions that could extend your...

Jade Hersey August 22, 2024

How a Dachshund Car Seat Can Save Your Pup’s Comfort - And Your Sanity!

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jade Hersey July 16, 2024

5 Safe, Low-Impact Exercises for Your Dachshund's Health

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jade Hersey July 14, 2024

Mastering Dachshund Grooming Techniques: Your Ultimate Guide

Grooming your Dachshund is more than just a routine task; it's an art form that ensures your beloved pet stays healthy, comfortable, and looking their best. With three distinct coat types—smooth, long-haired, and wire-haired—each requiring speci...

jade Hersey July 13, 2024

7 Essential Tips to Protect Your Dog's Paws from Scorching Summer Heat

As the mercury rises and summer kicks into high gear, our furry friends face a hidden danger lurking on every sidewalk and street: hot surfaces that can burn their sensitive paw pads. Many pet owners overlook this risk, but protecting your dog's...

jade Hersey July 09, 2024

Unleash the Truth: 5 Mind-Blowing Facts About Dachshund Temperament That'll Make You Fall in Love

Think you know everything about those adorable sausage-shaped pups? Think again! Dachshunds, with their long bodies and short legs, have been stealing hearts for centuries. But there's more to these pint-sized pooches than meets the eye. Today, we're...

jade Hersey June 06, 2024

Dachshund Spa Day: Pampering Your Pooch with DIY Spa Treatments

There's nothing quite like treating yourself to a relaxing spa day, but why should humans have all the fun? Your Dachshund, with its adorable long body and big, soulful eyes, deserves some pampering too! A DIY spa day is the perfect way to show your ...

jade Hersey June 06, 2024

Doxie Meal Prep: How I Keep My Dachshund Healthy with Home Cooked Meals

As a proud parent of Bella, my spirited Dachshund, I’ve always been passionate about ensuring she receives the best nutrition possible. After much research and some trial and error, I discovered the wonders of home-cooked meals for Bella. Not only do...

jade Hersey June 06, 2024

Avoid the Dachshund Doughnut: Top Tips to Prevent Obesity and Keep Your Sausage Dog Fit!

Dachshunds, with their unique body shape and irresistible charm, make for delightful companions. However, their adorable long bodies are particularly prone to obesity, which can lead to serious health problems. Ensuring your Dachshund maintains a hea...

jade Hersey June 06, 2024

My Dachshund's Favorite Things: A Look at Their Preferences and Personality

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jade Hersey June 06, 2024

The Dazzling Dachshunds: Unleashing the Most Famous Sausage Dogs in History and Pop Culture

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jade Hersey June 04, 2024

Summer Safety Essentials: Packing a Dachshund-Friendly Beach Bag

Calling all dachshund pawrents! Sunshine, salty breezes, and endless sniffs – the beach sounds like doxie paradise, right? Well, hold on to your hot dog toys! While a beach trip can be a blast for your fearless explorer, a little preparation goes a l...

jade Hersey June 04, 2024

Doxie Day Trips: Adventures with Bella, the Fearless Four-Legged Explorer!

Woofin' hello, fellow dachshund devotees! It's your favorite sausage on legs, Bella, here, ready to take you on a whirlwind tour of my Doxie Day Trip adventures!As a dachshund, my daily routine can get a little...well, repetitive. Snuggles on the cou...

jade Hersey June 04, 2024

Calling All Doxies! Dive into Dachshund Day at the Beach with Bella!

Hey there, fellow sausage dogs! It's your girl, Bella, here, ready to unleash the ultimate guide to a pawsome beach day for any dachshund daring enough to join the fun!The beach – a vast expanse of sand, endless sniffs, and the salty breeze ruffling ...

jade Hersey June 03, 2024

Summer Grooming Guide: How to Keep Your Dachshund's Coat Healthy and Comfortable

As the temperatures rise and the sun shines brighter, it's essential to pay extra attention to your Dachshund's grooming routine to ensure they stay cool, comfortable, and healthy during the summer months. From regular brushing to pet-safe sunscreen,...

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Sweet Potato and Apple Balls for Dogs: The Treat That Made My Labrador Max Believe in Magic

It started with a stare. Not the cute, casual kind. The deep, soul-piercing “I know you’re hiding snacks” stare. My Labrador Max had just discovered that the bag of boring store-bought treats was… well… boring. And when a Labrador loses faith in sna...

Dog Food Recipe for Digestion and Skin Health: Easy High-Protein Raw Beef Meal for Dogs

The day I cracked a raw egg into Max’s bowl, I didn’t just serve dinner… I started a legend. My Labrador Max looked at me like I had finally understood him. Tail spinning like a helicopter, eyes wide, posture straight. This wasn’t just food. This wa...

Detox Dog Treats Recipe: Carrot & Parsley Chews for Digestion & Fresh Breath

I knew I had a problem when my Labrador Max breathed on me and my houseplant started to emotionally withdraw. That was my aha moment: it was time for detox dog treats… and fast. If you live with a Labrador, you already know: these dogs don’t “breath...

Homemade Immune Support Dog Food Topper: The Veggie Sprinkle That Transformed My Labrador’s Health

One afternoon, I was in my kitchen surrounded by random healthy leftovers: dried spinach powder, carrot powder, flaxseed, and a tiny bit of kelp. I thought, What if I make a Garden Boost Veggie Sprinkle for Dogs? Max watched everything from the floo...

Chicken Liver Soft Chews for Dogs: The Treat That Made My Labrador Max Forget His Manners 🐶😂

If you had told me that blended chicken liver would one day turn my kitchen into a war zone and my Labrador Max into a drooling ninja, I would’ve laughed. Loudly. But here we are. The first time I made these Chicken Liver Soft Chews for Dogs, Max sa...

Pumpkin Chia Soup for Dogs: The Fall-In-A-Bowl Recipe That Even My Picky Labrador Begged For

If you had told me a year ago that my Labrador Max — a dog who once spit out a $12 gourmet treat while maintaining eye contact — would go wild over a bright orange bowl of homemade dog food with pumpkin… I would’ve laughed, grabbed a coffee, and tol...

Chamomile & Honey Calming Dog Treats: The Day My Labrador Max Became a Zen Master

If you’ve ever lived with a Labrador, you know one universal truth: they have exactly two moods—zoomies and snack time. So imagine my surprise when my own chaos-loving sidekick, Max, suddenly transformed into a relaxed, slightly drooling cloud of bl...

Homemade Rabbit & Green Bean Kibble: The Sensitive-Stomach Recipe That Turned My Labrador Max Into a Food Critic

If you’ve ever lived with a dog who claims to have a “sensitive stomach,” you know the drill: one suspicious kibble and suddenly you’re Googling “homemade dog food for sensitive stomachs” at 2 a.m., wondering how your canine garbage disposal became ...

🎄 Apple & Blueberry Christmas Bone Treats for Dogs: A Festive Kitchen Adventure with Max

If your dog starts vibrating like a Christmas ornament every time you open the treat jar… oh honey, you’re in the right place. 🎁🐾 Because today, we’re diving into homemade dog treats, holiday magic, and the kind of kitchen chaos only a Labrador can ...

🍕🐶 The Day My Labrador Max Demanded Pizza… and I Actually Said Yes

I swear, every dog parent has that one moment where their pup looks at them as if to say, “Human… we both know you can do better.” For me, that moment arrived on a sunny afternoon when my Labrador Max sat in front of me, head slightly tilted, tail t...

Berry & Chia Chew Sticks for Dogs: The Treat That Turned My Labrador Max Into a Kitchen Supervisor

If you’ve ever wondered whether a dog can judge your cooking, let me assure you: yes. My Labrador Max has perfected the art of staring at me like Gordon Ramsay wrapped in golden fur — equal parts love, pressure, and “human, don’t mess this up.” And ...

Homemade Beef, Mushroom & Barley Stew: Max’s Ultimate Warming Winter Dog Recipe 🥩❄️

Ever tried cooking something so delicious that your dog actually sits politely instead of attempting a full-on counter heist? No? Well, meet Max. My Labrador has a PhD in snack-snatching, a degree in “how to look cute while stealing a bite,” and the...

Homemade Beef Jerky Sticks for Dogs: The Treat That Turned My Labrador Max Into My Shadow 🐶🥩

If you’ve ever wondered what it feels like to be truly adored, forget romance novels — just make a batch of homemade beef jerky sticks for dogs. Because the moment I pulled these chewy treasures out of the oven, my Labrador Max transformed from “ind...

Cooking for a Diabetic Dog: Our Homemade Recipe for Balanced Blood Sugar

If you had told me a year ago that my lovable, lumbering Labrador, Max, would become a connoisseur of cauliflower rice, I would have laughed until I spilled my coffee. But life, much like Max when he spies a squirrel, can take sudden, unexpected tur...

Frozen Yogurt Pops for Dogs: The Healthy Homemade Recipe That Curbed My Lab's Snack Heists

It was a Tuesday in deep December—the kind of grey, slushy afternoon that makes even the most energetic Labrador mope by the radiator. My kitchen was a monument to beige: oatmeal, chicken, kibble. And then I saw them: a lone carton of strawberries, ...

The "No-Fuss Tummy" Secret: Quick Chicken & Veggie Stew Recipe + The 3-Day Blending Method for Homemade Dog Food Transition (Day 2 Challenge!)

After the success of our base meal yesterday, you’re probably feeling great about making the switch to homemade dog food! But let’s talk honestly about the biggest hurdle: the homemade dog food transition. When I first tried to move Max away from ki...

Stop Guessing! The Balanced Chicken & Rice Dog Recipe (Day 1 of Your 30-Day Homemade Dog Food Challenge!)

When I first started dabbling in homemade dog food, I thought I was a canine culinary genius. Max, my ever-loyal Labrador, would woof down anything I put in front of him. "Look at me!" I'd brag to anyone who'd listen, "I'm...

Max’s Tail-Wagging Beef & Carrot Porridge: The Porridge Experiment: From Kitchen Chaos to Canine Euphoria

I knew I’d hit rock bottom when my Labrador, Max, looked at his expensive, “gourmet” kibble, then at me, and let out a sigh so deep it ruffled the papers on my desk. It wasn’t just a snub; it was a full-blown, furry-faced critique of my parenting sk...

Peanut Butter Sweet Potato Chew Sticks for Dogs: Why I Started Making Homemade Dog Chew Sticks

It was a Tuesday. A glorious, sun-drenched Tuesday where I had treated myself to the perfect, medium-rare steak. I turned my back for exactly 12 seconds. That’s all it took. A woosh of yellow fur, a loud, triumphant gulp, and my Labrador, Max, sat t...

Beef and Apple Stew for Dogs: A Homemade Dog Food Love Story

How My Labrador's Hunger Strike Led to the Most Delicious Discovery It started on a rainy Thursday morning when Max, my usually food-obsessed Labrador, did something that completely shattered my reality. He walked away from his breakfast. Not j...

Peanut Butter Banana Pupcakes for Dogs: The Day My Labrador Max Stole My Heart (and My Cupcake)

It was a Tuesday afternoon when Max, my ever-hungry Labrador, decided that my kitchen counter was no longer off-limits... Max isn't just any dog. He's my 80-pound shadow, my morning running partner, and apparently, my most critical recipe ...

Vegetable and Beef Stew for Dogs: Why This Homemade Dog Food for Digestion & Immunity is a Game-Changer

The Day a Lab's Stomach Declared War (And How We Negotiated Peace with Stew) It started with a sound no dog owner wants to hear at 3 AM. A gurgle. Not a cute, little stomach rumble, but a deep, cavernous glug-glug-glug that seemed to echo from ...

Pawsitively Perfect Christmas: DIY Dog Treats for a Howl-iday Celebration

The first Advent is here, and my living room is a symphony of cozy chaos. The wreath is on the door, the first candle is waiting to be lit, and my Labrador, Max, is conducting a thorough forensic investigation of the Christmas decoration boxes. His ...

Max's Favorite Homemade Beet & Turkey Crunchy Kibble

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The Paw-fect Recipe: Homemade Pumpkin Dog Cookies

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Meet Jade Hersey, the passionate Dachshund devotee behind The Dachshund Journal. With a heart as big as her love for these lovable long-bodied pups, Jade is on a mission to share her expertise and experiences as a proud Dachshund owner and advocate. From heartwarming tales to helpful tips, she's here to celebrate the unique charm and undeniable charisma of these delightful dogs. Join Jade on her journey through the world of Dachshunds, where every wag of the tail is a story waiting to be told.