https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com Improving Dachshund's Lives Through Education and Inspiration Fri, 08 Sep 2023 02:53:35 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.2 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/cropped-YDWWYW-2023-favicon-1-32x32.png https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com 32 32 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/how-to-spot-a-puppy-scammer/ https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/how-to-spot-a-puppy-scammer/#respond Thu, 07 Sep 2023 21:05:12 +0000 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/?p=82897 Whether you are looking for a Dachshund puppy, or another dog breed, puppy scams are everywhere online. The last thing you want is to get emotionally invested in a new puppy only to have someone take your money and disappear. I’ve spent years researching responsible dog breeders as well as trying to find the common...]]> https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/how-to-spot-a-puppy-scammer/feed/ 0 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/why-im-buying-my-next-dachshund-from-a-responsible-breeder/ https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/why-im-buying-my-next-dachshund-from-a-responsible-breeder/#comments Tue, 05 Sep 2023 02:06:30 +0000 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/?p=82867 Last week, I posted an update about getting a third Dachshund on Facebook. Some people voiced their disappointment that I am getting a puppy from a breeder this time around versus rescuing.  I understand the controversy around breeder vs rescue very well, so I was not surprised. Of course, at least one person tried to...]]> https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/why-im-buying-my-next-dachshund-from-a-responsible-breeder/feed/ 3 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/why-buying-a-puppy-from-a-responsible-breeder-isnt-a-death-sentence-for-shelter-dogs/ https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/why-buying-a-puppy-from-a-responsible-breeder-isnt-a-death-sentence-for-shelter-dogs/#comments Sat, 02 Sep 2023 19:44:10 +0000 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/?p=82857 The debate over whether one should obtain a new dog from a rescue or breeder is a hot one. I’ve been privy to the passionate breeder vs rescue debate for over 10 years. It’s true that there are a lot of dogs dying in shelters each year.  However, the issue won’t be solved simply by...]]> https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/why-buying-a-puppy-from-a-responsible-breeder-isnt-a-death-sentence-for-shelter-dogs/feed/ 2 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/how-to-make-your-dachshunds-toys-last-longer/ https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/how-to-make-your-dachshunds-toys-last-longer/#comments Tue, 14 Mar 2023 00:26:41 +0000 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/?p=82503 Dachshunds are known for being tough chewers that can destroy a toy in minutes. Since that habit can get expensive, you may be wondering how you can make your Dachshund’s toys last longer. Below are 5 ways that can help extend the life of the toys you buy for your dog. 1) Allow Limited Access...]]> https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/how-to-make-your-dachshunds-toys-last-longer/feed/ 5 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/the-3-best-dog-subscription-boxes/ https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/the-3-best-dog-subscription-boxes/#comments Thu, 26 Jan 2023 16:00:00 +0000 http://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/?p=10716 I’ve been a fan of dog subscription boxes since I discovered them in 2012. At one time, I was subscribed to 10 different boxes, so my Dachshunds were receiving a lot of surprise products each month. Evaluating so many different boxes month after month honed my taste and allowed me to start gauging the suitability...]]> https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/the-3-best-dog-subscription-boxes/feed/ 18 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/should-i-get-a-third-dog-my-thoughts-after-trying-it-out/ https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/should-i-get-a-third-dog-my-thoughts-after-trying-it-out/#comments Mon, 02 Jan 2023 02:31:48 +0000 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/?p=22781 I’ve seen more than one rescue or puppy that made me want to bring a third dog home. Those cute faces are irresistible! So I’ve asked myself, “Is 3 dogs too many?” If I did get a third dog, it would be another Dachshund. And if we became a 3 dog household, at least I...]]> https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/should-i-get-a-third-dog-my-thoughts-after-trying-it-out/feed/ 4 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/7-reasons-i-look-forward-to-fall-with-my-dogs/ https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/7-reasons-i-look-forward-to-fall-with-my-dogs/#comments Fri, 30 Dec 2022 10:00:00 +0000 http://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/?p=13783 I used to go into hibernation mode with my dogs when the weather turned cold, but now I look forward to several dog friendly activities unique to the fall season. At a certain point in the fall, I can just tell that things have changed. The mornings are crisp again, I get to break out...]]> https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/7-reasons-i-look-forward-to-fall-with-my-dogs/feed/ 8 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/magical-dachshund-childrens-books-that-teach-kindness-and-diversity/ https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/magical-dachshund-childrens-books-that-teach-kindness-and-diversity/#respond Fri, 17 Dec 2021 19:18:47 +0000 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/?p=20966 Two Washington State creators teamed up to create a series of whimsical Dachshund children’s books that that inspire kindness and imagination. Writer Kizzie Elizabeth Jones (Edmonds) imagines stories that use her favorite dog breed – the Dachshund – and other animals to model and honor kindness, compassion, collaboration, and diversity. “I hope each time the...]]> https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/magical-dachshund-childrens-books-that-teach-kindness-and-diversity/feed/ 0 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/how-to-take-a-funny-photo-of-your-dog-using-treats/ https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/how-to-take-a-funny-photo-of-your-dog-using-treats/#comments Sat, 25 Apr 2020 21:24:53 +0000 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/?p=19467 Have you been inspired by the Dogs Catching Treats photo series and want to capture your own? Well, I did. I was stuck around home for a while and decided to make this one of my special projects to keep me busy. I thought this might be a fun thing for other people to do...]]> https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/how-to-take-a-funny-photo-of-your-dog-using-treats/feed/ 1 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/best-dachshund-dog-sitter-seattle/ https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/best-dachshund-dog-sitter-seattle/#comments Sun, 17 Nov 2019 10:00:09 +0000 http://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/?p=4828 Spoiler alert! It’s me! While I was in graduate school, I started a dog sitting and dog walking business. Although I no longer walk dogs, I do still occasionally invite Dachshunds to stay in my home while their owners are on vacation or out of town. I choose to specialize in Dachshunds because: If you’re...]]> https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/best-dachshund-dog-sitter-seattle/feed/ 24 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/8-tips-for-taking-great-smartphone-photos-of-your-dog/ https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/8-tips-for-taking-great-smartphone-photos-of-your-dog/#comments Sun, 07 Apr 2019 10:00:48 +0000 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/?p=18089 When your dog is your constant hiking or travel companion, there will be a lot of opportunities to capture great photos of your dog. The camera you are most likely to have on hand when you want to capture the moment – because it’s the only one you have or you forgot your “good camera”...]]> https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/8-tips-for-taking-great-smartphone-photos-of-your-dog/feed/ 5 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/best-adventure-dachshund-photos-instagram/ https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/best-adventure-dachshund-photos-instagram/#comments Tue, 08 May 2018 10:00:40 +0000 http://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/?p=7636 I love, love, love and appreciate all of our fans on social media. Facebook is where we found all of our passionate Dachshund friends. Instagram is where I’ve found a community of people who like to hike, camp, and adventure with their dogs. I also love Instagram there are so many great photographers posting pictures...]]> https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/best-adventure-dachshund-photos-instagram/feed/ 43 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/is-the-cairn-outdoor-gear-subscription-box-worth-it/ https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/is-the-cairn-outdoor-gear-subscription-box-worth-it/#respond Sat, 05 May 2018 10:00:28 +0000 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/?p=16498 I see a lot of people on social media asking if the Cairn outdoor gear subscription box is worth it. I’ve also seen a lot of people take to social media to complain about their box. I’ve been receiving the box for years and love it. However, I think whether you like the box or...]]> https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/is-the-cairn-outdoor-gear-subscription-box-worth-it/feed/ 0 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/barkbox-inspires-getting-more-than-whats-inside-the-box/ https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/barkbox-inspires-getting-more-than-whats-inside-the-box/#comments Sun, 25 Jun 2017 17:30:23 +0000 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/?p=16238 I  love dog subscription boxes and we’ve tried many of them. I ordered the first BarkBox for my Dachshunds almost 7 years ago and I’ve been hooked ever since. The treats and toys that come inside the box are high quality, are always made in the USA, are of similar quality to what I would...]]> https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/barkbox-inspires-getting-more-than-whats-inside-the-box/feed/ 4 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/julie-austin-pet-photography-dog-cat-horse-seattle/ https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/julie-austin-pet-photography-dog-cat-horse-seattle/#comments Tue, 20 Jun 2017 04:00:00 +0000 http://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/?p=14853 Sometimes it’s fun to be a tourist in your own city. A few months ago, I visited some of the best dog friendly attractions in Seattle with Chester and Gretel. While I have a gazillion (almost an exact figure. Ha, ha.) photos of my Dachshunds Chester and Gretel, I don’t have many of us together....]]> https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/julie-austin-pet-photography-dog-cat-horse-seattle/feed/ 4 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/barkbox-subscription-fun-unique-dog-goodies-in-the-mail/ https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/barkbox-subscription-fun-unique-dog-goodies-in-the-mail/#comments Fri, 14 Apr 2017 12:30:00 +0000 http://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/?p=15465 There are so many dog goodie subscription boxes on the market today. The trend started with BarkBox though. BarkBox was founded in 2011 and, while having options is nice, BarkBox has had the longest time to perfect their box just for your dog. And that they did. Chester and Gretel first experienced BarkBox way back in...]]> https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/barkbox-subscription-fun-unique-dog-goodies-in-the-mail/feed/ 8 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/10-unique-gifts-for-dachshunds-and-dachshund-lovers/ https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/10-unique-gifts-for-dachshunds-and-dachshund-lovers/#comments Fri, 25 Nov 2016 17:00:00 +0000 http://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/?p=14201 I’ve kept an eye out for cool products all year precisely with you in mind. Every year around Christmas time, I like to share our favorites. Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, which means I earn a small comission on qualifying purchases. Updated: December 8, 2022 Gifts For Dachshunds 1) Teckelklub Luxy Jacket...]]> https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/10-unique-gifts-for-dachshunds-and-dachshund-lovers/feed/ 8 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/how-to-get-the-smell-of-dog-pee-out-of-your-carpet/ https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/how-to-get-the-smell-of-dog-pee-out-of-your-carpet/#comments Mon, 21 Nov 2016 19:00:31 +0000 http://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/?p=14308 Trying to get the dog pee smell out of carpet is a frustrating task that comes with being a dog owner. Over the years, I’ve had to deal a dog peeing in the house from: A dog learning potty training A dog with separation anxiety Guest dogs we were sitting that were confused about where...]]> https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/how-to-get-the-smell-of-dog-pee-out-of-your-carpet/feed/ 14 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/11-secrets-to-capturing-an-instagram-worthy-picture-of-your-adventure-dog/ https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/11-secrets-to-capturing-an-instagram-worthy-picture-of-your-adventure-dog/#comments Mon, 15 Aug 2016 00:30:00 +0000 http://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/?p=13545 Updated: May 14, 2019 I’ve always loved photography. My mom was an amateur photographer when I was a kid and I remember sitting for hours looking at slides with her (yes, I’m that old). I started playing around with landscape photography when I discovered hiking. I switched to “landscape with pets” photos when I started...]]> https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/11-secrets-to-capturing-an-instagram-worthy-picture-of-your-adventure-dog/feed/ 10 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/dog-subscription-box-review-may-pooch-perks/ https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/dog-subscription-box-review-may-pooch-perks/#comments Mon, 23 May 2016 03:00:00 +0000 http://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/?p=13036 I’m bummed that I didn’t open our subscription box from PoochPerks earlier. Each box is themed and based around the holiday that month if there is one. May means Cinco de Mayo but I opened our box after May 5th so Chester and Gretel didn’t get to use the fun goodies to celebrate. Pooch Perks puts a lot...]]> https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/dog-subscription-box-review-may-pooch-perks/feed/ 3 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/perfect-dog-mom-purse-haiku-gotoconvertible/ https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/perfect-dog-mom-purse-haiku-gotoconvertible/#comments Thu, 10 Dec 2015 14:00:00 +0000 http://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/?p=11758 Many years ago I discovered the wonder of having a great dog walking purse. I discovered a great bag for dog walking – sort of a small messenger bag but with a lot of purse qualities and a lot of pockets – at a thrift store. I bought it thinking I would just use it...]]> https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/perfect-dog-mom-purse-haiku-gotoconvertible/feed/ 100 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/subscription-dog-box-review-oct-pooch-perks/ https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/subscription-dog-box-review-oct-pooch-perks/#comments Tue, 27 Oct 2015 10:00:00 +0000 http://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/?p=11095 We’ve been getting the Pooch Perks dog subscription box for several months now. It’s helpful to see the monthly dog boxes we review several times to get a good picture of what they are about and what they offer. After several months I can say that Pooch Perks is a dog subscription box that is...]]> https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/subscription-dog-box-review-oct-pooch-perks/feed/ 1 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/pooch-perks-subscription-dog-box-review-and-giveaway/ https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/pooch-perks-subscription-dog-box-review-and-giveaway/#comments Fri, 03 Jul 2015 14:30:00 +0000 http://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/?p=10786 We recently tried the Pooch Perks subscription box for the first time and they definitely got off on the right foot with us. Two things really caught my attention about the Pooch Perks subscription box. First, their toys are held to the same rigorous standards and children’s toys. What does that mean exactly? Toy safety...]]> https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/pooch-perks-subscription-dog-box-review-and-giveaway/feed/ 17 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/look-ma-were-running/ https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/look-ma-were-running/#comments Wed, 01 Jul 2015 13:00:24 +0000 http://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/?p=10798 I wasn’t a runner. Then life forced me to be. Then I liked it. Then I couldn’t. Now I might be a runner again. I wasn’t much into sports. I grew up training to become a ballerina and, after I stopped, I wasn’t into taking on any kind of sport in high school. One day I...]]> https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/look-ma-were-running/feed/ 29 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/i-would-like-to-thank/ https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/i-would-like-to-thank/#comments Wed, 03 Jun 2015 15:00:07 +0000 http://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/?p=10559 It’s been award-winning year for us (if you count by calendar year anyway). In September of 2014, this blog was nominated for Best Active Living Blog in the Petties. It’s a voter-based award and you all blew me away by voting me to the top even though I never really asked (that meant SO much...]]> https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/i-would-like-to-thank/feed/ 20 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/dog-friendly-camping-lake-wenatchee-state-park/ https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/dog-friendly-camping-lake-wenatchee-state-park/#comments Thu, 21 May 2015 14:00:00 +0000 http://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/?p=10389 When my hubby and I got paddleboards, we started itching to take the dogs on an adventure. We chose Lake Wenatchee State Park because he had never been there, I hadn’t been in years, and dogs are welcome. It was early spring and, although Seattle can receive a lot of rain that time of year,...]]> https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/dog-friendly-camping-lake-wenatchee-state-park/feed/ 12 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/dog-subscription-goody-box-review-pupjoy/ https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/dog-subscription-goody-box-review-pupjoy/#comments Tue, 07 Apr 2015 04:00:00 +0000 http://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/?p=10180 We’re on a mission to try every dog subscription box available. We recently got the opportunity to try the new PupJoy subscription box. As more and more subscription boxes flood the market, a few are truly trying to stand out from the rest. PupJoy is one of them. Nowadays it’s almost standard for companies to...]]> https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/dog-subscription-goody-box-review-pupjoy/feed/ 5 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/animal-communicators-talk-to-pets-seattle/ https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/animal-communicators-talk-to-pets-seattle/#comments Mon, 01 Dec 2014 16:00:00 +0000 http://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/?p=9639 I don’t know about you, but sometimes I wish I knew my dogs knew how to speak English so I would know what they’re thinking. Instead I am left trying to infer meaning from their body language and it’s totally a guessing game. UPDATED: December 27, 2022 Do those kisses mean that Gretel loves me...]]> https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/animal-communicators-talk-to-pets-seattle/feed/ 25 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/creating-a-dog-friendly-entryway/ https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/creating-a-dog-friendly-entryway/#comments Fri, 28 Mar 2014 04:00:00 +0000 http://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/?p=8264 Oh, how I drool over photos of fancy dog friendly mudroom ideas on Pinterest. But the problem is, every house I have lived in had no space for me to build a mudroom. Not having one causes a problem for me when I come home from a rainy walk or muddy hike with my dogs...]]> https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/creating-a-dog-friendly-entryway/feed/ 34 https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/peek-inside-the-north-face-of-dog-gear/ https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/peek-inside-the-north-face-of-dog-gear/#comments Wed, 21 Aug 2013 17:00:00 +0000 http://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/?p=7358 So there I was, fawning all over like a giddy teenager in front of her crush. A couple of weeks ago I was at Superzoo – a huge pet product trade show – and visited the Ruffwear Performance Dog Gear booth. I had a special mission. My hubby and I were going to Bend, OR...]]> https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/peek-inside-the-north-face-of-dog-gear/feed/ 25