Beth’s Precious Dachshunds & Frenchies

08/19/2024

I don’t post half as much as I should have our babies but it doesn’t mean I don’t love them any less than the ones we keep. I don’t particularly like people “tooting” their own horn. However, we all deserve a moment every now and then. This last litter of puppies have been very hard to find homes for but when they found their homes, I checked in the next day like I always do. I LOVE seeing that my method of raising these babies is working. This is just a small portion of responses I get.

07/29/2024

Sweet Luna sitting pretty like her mama always does!

07/29/2024

Little Charlie went to his furever home yesterday! He is now on his first day at work with his new daddy. Looks like he will be the perfect employee 🤣

07/14/2024

These three babies are still looking for their home.

06/21/2024

These three are still looking their furever home! 2 males and a female

To no fault of her own the other female is back up. They came they saw and wanted the runt! So she has her home.

If you have wanted a frenchie now is the time as we have done a price drop. ☺️

06/17/2024

These babies are now 15 weeks old and looking their furever home!

05/12/2024

Little Bodie went to his furever home yesterday! It’s safe to say the spoiling has already began!

04/29/2024

My girls

04/29/2024

I may be just a tad crazy or maybe a WHOLE lot but I miss my dachshunds and their babies. So I did a thing today. Stay tuned bc we will be having dachshund babies again in about two years or so. 😊

I have Ace and Cooper for studs so that completes my breeding program for my dachshunds. Zailey knew she didn’t want puppies so she prevented that. However she will definitely be staying with us until her last days.

Left to right: Bailey, Lucy, and Tilly

04/28/2024

My boys ♥️

03/31/2024

03/26/2024

Sweet babies are growing to fast!

03/21/2024

Clean blanket and full belly means time for bed

03/15/2024

Having puppies isn’t easy. The work and dedication that goes into them is something that someone who has never done it will never understand. Waking up early, going to bed late! I haven’t posted any more pics simply bc I have one who is struggling to gain weight. I have been consumed with pushing vitamins and milk. Not to mention I have a full time job along with children who have extra curricular activities. I will get to it soon but as of now my time is spent making sure this little one makes it. Willow has done amazing in assisting me. She doesn’t leave them for more than just to use the bathroom. However as you can see my little pinky has finally gained some weight. We still have a ways to go but I’m doing everything in my power to see her thrive!

03/11/2024

03/11/2024

After a very long night we have 3 girls and 3 boys via c-section!

03/11/2024

We are having puppies!!!

03/10/2024

ATTENTION NEW PUPPY OWNERS…….
As puppies head to their new homes I wanted to touch base on a common issue that breeders come across with new owners.

REALISTIC EXPECTATIONS-
You see the breeders pictures and videos and the pups are all social. They are quiet in the pen. The breeder shows you videos of them being totally relaxed, happy, playful. All looks amazing and you bring your puppy home.
Then reality hits. The puppy may cry in the crate for the first few nights making you tired and agitated. The happy social puppy is refusing to greet the half dozen overly excited friends you invited over to see your new puppy. Or the overly excited playful children you have at home. The puppy refuses to walk on a leash. Many are wondering how did my perfect puppy turn into a nightmare.

So let’s discuss realistic expectations of when a puppy goes home.
-First of all the puppy has been in the breeders home since birth. They had their mother and littermates. They had their routine, were taught expectations and were completely in their comfort zone.
Now suddenly they are taken to a totally new environment. Picture yourself being dropped into an unknown country, in a different part of the world. You know only a few words of their language. Different sounds, smells, temperature, animals and people.
Now in the middle of this we are switching up your routine, possibly decide to have a party with people you don't know, and ask you to do jobs you have no idea about. Overwhelming to say the least.

This is what every puppy goes through when going to their new home. Stress manifests in different forms. From not eating, reluctancy to play, and greet people. Being apprehensive at the vet’s office or as strangers reach for them. Diarrhea, vomiting and depression can occur.

So what can you as a new owner do to help your little one acclimate?
- most puppies take 3-4 weeks to acclimate to their new home. Repeat after me THREE to FOUR WEEKS sometimes even Longer! Not a 1-2 days. I can’t stress this enough about how much time is needed for a dog or puppy to feel comfortable in their new home!

PLEASE limit guests during the first two weeks. We understand you are excited to show off your new baby but they need time to adjust. Plan on waiting 1-2 weeks before inviting people over.
- ask guests to remove their shoes before entering the home to prevent germs from spreading to your new vulnerable puppy.
-have guests sit on the floor/ground and wait until the puppy approaches them. NO squealing and grabbing the puppy, as this is very frightening to them.
- set up a good routine
- restrict the puppy to a small area of the house. This not only reduces them being overwhelmed but also allows you to watch them
- don’t expect a 8-13 week old puppy to walk on a leash. Instead work at home with a leash where they are comfortable. Let them drag the leash, use treats to encourage them to walk with you
- if your puppy is refusing to walk give them a good amount of time.
- understand your puppy needs time to see you as family. Expecting an immediate bond is unrealistic. They will need to establish who the leader of the pack is in order to feel safe and understand the hierarchy of the family unit.
- train your puppy. This not only helps you to bond but the puppy to look to you for direction and input.
-Children are also big stressors to tiny fragile puppies, please keep an eye on children around the puppy at all times. The children may need to learn how fragile the puppy is and how scared it may be.
- lastly, most importantly- BE PATIENT. Don’t declare “omg there’s something wrong with this dog”. Nothing occurs overnight.

Outings should be planned after the puppy has received ALL vaccinations and then only at the puppy’s speed. So while you might imagine a fun walk around the lake in reality your puppy might only be able to handle walking a short distance that day. They may be curious and energetic, they may become overwhelmed. Watch the puppy for cues on how to proceed.
Most outings for me take a long time, as I am often just standing still as the puppy cautiously explores the new environment. Patience is key!
Remember if the puppy was wonderful at the breeder’s house but now is struggling, you as the owner, need to help the puppy adjust which takes time, patience and training. Have realistic expectations and give the puppy positive feedback and happy experiences. Each puppy is an individual, don’t compare your current puppy to past pets and judge their behavior based on how another dog handled things. Lastly, try to see thing’s from a puppy’s perspective and adjust situations accordingly.

Love your puppy and they will love you 100 times more in return.

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03/07/2024

Fun fact lol that last x ray of Willow wasn’t really her. I didn’t even catch it.

02/23/2024

That belly is just a growing!!

01/08/2024

We officially will be expecting frenchies around March 10th!

01/08/2024

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1/10/24 update: more brands https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=965255491625961&id=100044245578564

If you believe ANY BRAND of pet food is causing or has caused illness or death:
Stop the food immediately.
Report it to the FDA: https://www.fda.gov/animal-veterinary/report-problem/how-report-pet-food-complaint
Contact your veterinarian. Request a copy of your pet's medical records. Report your concerns to the pet food company and ask your vet to do the same.
PLEASE COMPLETE THIS SURVEY https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/S8SMQGD

*Update as of 1/4/24 - 213 dogs and cats (155 dogs, and 58 cats) sick eating Purina, 57 of which have died.

Since 12/5/23 in the 'Saving Pets One Pet @ A Time' group on Facebook there have been 48 dogs and 3 cats sick eating Purina, 10 of which have died. It seems to be from all different types of Purina, with Purina Pro Plan being the most common. If you or someone you know is feeding this food, I would stop immediately! Do NOT wait until your pet gets sick or Purina issues a recall.

Join the Facebook group 'Saving Pets One Pet @ A Time' for additional information and resources.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/DuncanStrong/?mibextid=CTbP7E

info from Savings Pets One Pet @ a Time:

"Stop the food immediately. Post in the group above what your pets current diet is and medical conditions and we will help you find a more nutritious and safer diet.

Save the pet food. Do NOT release it to Purina in any circumstances.

Contact your vet and request a copy of your pets medical records. Ask the vet to report your concerns to Purina.

Report it to the FDA (https://truthaboutpetfood.com/report-a-suspect-risk-pet.../)

Report it to Purina (https://www.purina.com/contact-us)

Do NOT agree to send them the food. If you feel compelled to do so, only send a small portion. Keep the rest of the food in the freezer.

Do NOT send the medical records to Purina.

Document your conversation with Purina.

Purina may eventually say they will pay your vet bills and reimburse you for your pet food. If you agree to this they will ask you to sign a form which will prohibit you from taking legal action. Eventually, if there is a class action lawsuit you will be unable to join if you do this or if you want to file your own lawsuit.

Consider getting your pet food tested:(https://truthaboutpetfood.com/help-to-check-your-pet-food/) This would be helpful if you want to pursue legal action.

Purina has already been notified by numerous pet owners and they have not done anything to alert unsuspecting pet parents. Initially, there were offering to reimburse the pet owners for their pet food. Currently, they are offering pet parents $10 in coupons (which is what Hills offered me for my dead dog) and having a third party contact the pet parents.

Eventually, we may see Purina pet food become “unavailable” on the store shelves. This is called a silent recall. The pet food manufacturer doesn’t want to admit there is a problem with the product, so they start pulling the products off the shelves quietly. (Hills did this for 60 days before the recall)."

12/29/2023

Zoomies are real

12/29/2023

Little update on Willow’s babies

12/29/2023

We hope everyone had an amazing Christmas and hope everyone has a safe and great New Year!

Little exciting news here, WILLOW (the frenchie) is in heat. Zailey (the dachshund) is also in heat. I have paired Zailey with Ace this time hoping that does the trick. We have had 3 failed attempts at breeding with her. This will be my last time trying.

11/24/2023

Thanksgiving wore these babies out!

11/10/2023

This is something I never imagined however it is my job to help educate on everything I can. If you are still using this food as I am and as I have provided each pup that has left me, please be aware of the dates on the bag before purchasing.

11/03/2023

Time for a pup update! Anyone that has gotten a dachshund or frenchie from me please post pics in the comments so we can see them. If you remember their bday post that as well so we can pair up the puppies to their litter mates! ♥️♥️♥️