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jade Hersey May 10, 2026

Summer Safety Gear: Essential Products to Keep Your Dachshund Safe

Summer is in full swing, and while it’s a time for outdoor adventures and fun in the sun, it’s essential to prioritize our dachshund’s safety in the heat. Bella, my adventurous doxie, loves nothing more than exploring the great outdoors, but I alway...

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!

Are you a proud dachshund parent worried about your furry friend's safety during car rides? You're not alone! Discovering the perfect dachshund car seat can be a challenge, but fear not – we've got you covered with this comprehensive g...

jade Hersey July 16, 2024

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

As a proud dachshund owner, you know how important it is to keep your furry friend active and healthy. Dachshunds, with their unique body structure, require special care when it comes to exercise. High-impact activities can put strain on their joints...

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

Every Dachshund owner knows that these spunky, long-bodied pups are brimming with personality. From their quirky habits to their insatiable curiosity, Dachshunds are a breed like no other. In this article, I’ll share insights into my own Dachshund's ...

Famous dachshunds in History and Pop Culture

jade Hersey June 06, 2024

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

When it comes to charm, intelligence, and a dash of mischief, Dachshunds—affectionately known as sausage dogs—have a unique place in our hearts and popular culture. From historical figures to stars of the silver screen, these adorable, long-bodied pu...

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 ...

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Golden Carrot Bone Broth Dog Gummies: The Joint-Soothing Treat Your Dog Will Beg For

A farm-tested recipe for soft, nutrient-rich gummies that support digestion, mobility, and happy tails The Morning That Changed How I Feed Max It was one of those crisp California mornings where the fog still clings to the oak trees along our proper...

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Salmon and Quinoa Sensation: The Best Homemade Dog Food for Dogs with Itchy Skin and Allergies

There’s a particular stillness that falls over our little patch of California farmland just after dawn. The fog rolls low across the pasture, the olive trees drip with dew, and for a moment, everything feels exactly as it should. But a few months ag...

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Easy Frozen Yogurt Dog Treats: The 5-Ingredient Strawberry Recipe That Keeps My Labrador Cool

Last Tuesday, the thermometer on my porch here in Northern California hit 88 degrees before noon. The oak trees were barely moving, the chickens had retreated to the shade of the barn, and Max — my ever-enthusiastic Yellow Labrador — had abandoned h...

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Say Goodbye to Stinky Dog Breath: The Best Homemade Dog Treats Recipe with Parsley and Mint

There is a moment every morning on our small farm in California that I live for. The sun is just beginning to burn off the coastal fog, the rosemary hedges are still damp, and Max—my eighty-five-pound Yellow Labrador—comes padding up the porch steps...

The “Shine Booster”: My Farm-Tested Omega-3 Recipe for Dull Dog Fur The “Shine Booster”: My Farm-Tested Omega-3 Recipe for Dull Dog Fur – The Best Home Remedy for a Dry Dog Coat

The late afternoon sun was filtering through the old oak trees on the farm, casting long, golden shadows across the dry California grass. I was sitting on the porch, sipping a glass of iced tea, watching my Yellow Labrador, Max, do what he does best...

The 2-Minute Rule: How to Make Vet-Approved Dog Treats Faster Than You Can Brew Coffee

Homemade dog treats don't have to take all afternoon. Here's the recipe that changed everything for me and Max. A California Morning I'll Never Forget I still remember the morning light filtering through the eucalyptus trees in our little California...

Your Dog's Liver Deserves Love: The Detox Bowl That Changed Max's Life

A farm-fresh, vet-informed recipe with chlorella & nettle to gently cleanse and revitalize your pup from the inside out. There's a moment I will never forget. It was a quiet Tuesday morning here on my farm in Paraguay — the kind of morning where...

Crispy Apple Peel Chips for Dogs: The Crunchy Treat My Labrador Max Can’t Resist

It all started with one innocent apple… And a Labrador named Max who believes everything that falls on the kitchen floor is automatically his. You know the type. Big eyes. Wagging tail. Zero shame. One afternoon, while peeling apples for myself, Max...

🐾 Max’s Favorite Homemade Dog Food for Energy & Digestion: Tuna & Sweet Pea Mash 🐟🌿

If you’ve ever watched your dog stare at you with those “feed me now, human!” eyes, you know the struggle of finding a meal that’s both nutritious and tail-wag-approved. Enter Max, my ever-hungry Labrador, and his new obsession: my Tuna & Sweet ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

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 ...

🍕🐶 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...

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...

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...

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...

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Jade Hersey

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.