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jade Hersey June 03, 2024

Dachshund Yoga Session: Partnering with Your Pooch for Relaxation and Stretching

Get ready to roll out your yoga mat and invite your furry friend to join you for a zen-filled session of Dachshund yoga! In this unique and delightful practice, you'll partner with your Dachshund to incorporate them into your poses and stretches, cre...

jade Hersey June 03, 2024

Dachshund Treasure Hunt: Searching for Hidden Treats and Toys

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jade Hersey May 30, 2024

Summer Safety Gear: Essential Products to Keep Your Dachshund Safe

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Heatstroke Awareness: Knowing the Signs and Symptoms in Dachshunds

Summer is a season of fun and outdoor adventures, but it also brings a hidden danger for our furry friends: heatstroke. Dachshunds, like my beloved Bella, are particularly vulnerable due to their small size and long bodies. Knowing the signs and symp...

jade Hersey May 30, 2024

Shade Seekers: Creating a Dachshund-Friendly Outdoor Oasis

As the summer sun blazes down, our little dachshund Bella has a knack for finding the coolest, shadiest spots in the yard. However, even the most dedicated shade seeker needs a bit of help when the heat really ramps up. Join us on a humorous and pers...

jade Hersey May 30, 2024

DIY Dog Toys: Fun and Easy Projects for Your Dachshund

If you have a dachshund like Bella, you know that these little bundles of energy need plenty of entertainment. While store-bought toys are great, there's something special about making your own dog toys. Not only are DIY toys cost-effective, but they...

jade Hersey May 30, 2024

Our Cross-Country Road Trip with a Doxie

Road trips are always a thrilling adventure, but when you throw a dachshund into the mix, the experience reaches a whole new level of excitement and unpredictability. This is the story of our unforgettable cross-country road trip with Bella, our spir...

jade Hersey May 30, 2024

Exploring the Great Outdoors: Hiking with Your Dachshund

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jade Hersey May 30, 2024

Dachshund Fitness Challenge: Getting Active with Your Doxie

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jade Hersey May 30, 2024

Dachshund Adventures: Planning the Ultimate Day Out with Your Doxie

Are you ready to embark on a thrilling adventure with your dachshund? Whether you call them doxies, sausage dogs, or wiener dogs, dachshunds are the perfect companions for a day full of fun and excitement. Let’s dive into how you can plan the ultimat...

jade Hersey May 29, 2024

Dachshund Photography Tips: Capturing Your Doxie's Best Moments

Dachshunds are known for their unique personalities, quirky behaviors, and undeniably adorable looks. As a proud Dachshund owner, you've probably tried to capture their best moments only to end up with a blurry tail or a half-closed eye. Fear not! Wi...

jade Hersey May 29, 2024

Throwing the Perfect Dachshund Birthday Party: Celebrating Bella's Special Day!

Every dog deserves to be treated like royalty, especially on their birthday! If you're a proud Dachshund parent like me, you know just how important it is to celebrate your furry friend's special day in style. Join me as we dive into the world of Dac...

jade Hersey May 29, 2024

The Ultimate Dachshund Decoder: Crack the Body Language Puzzle Today!

Communication is key in any relationship, and that includes the one you share with your Dachshund. Understanding your furry friend's body language is crucial for building a strong bond and addressing their needs effectively. In this article, we'll de...

jade Hersey May 29, 2024

From Stubborn to Obedient: Our Training Journey with Bella

They say you can't teach an old dog new tricks, but Bella, my Dachshund, proved that adage wrong. Our journey together has been filled with ups and downs, laughter and frustration, but through it all, we've forged an unbreakable bond. Join me as I sh...

jade Hersey May 29, 2024

How to House Train Your Dachshund: Step-by-Step Guide

House training your Dachshund can seem like a daunting task, but with the right approach and consistency, it can be a smooth and rewarding process. In this comprehensive guide, we'll walk you through the steps to successfully house train your Dachshu...

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

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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

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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!)

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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

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

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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 ...

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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.