Marcy Mary is the “first-person” tale of a dachshund puppy accidentally separated from her mom. Mary goes on to learn about life, teaching a few lessons along the way, with her adoptive family — the Anthonys.
This is author Kathleen Chamberlin’s first book. She returned to her original love, creative writing after retiring from work as a healthcare executive. As a special treat for Blisstree readers, Marcy Mary, has written a story all about dachshunds. Enjoy!

Dachshunds: The Long and the Short of It
By Marcy Mary, Dachshund-American Princess (as told to Kathleen Chamberlin)

So you are thinking of inviting a dachshund into your …read more

This has got to be one of the cutest things ever. This little dachshund named Jerry plays with an automatic ball thrower that (I assume) is owner made for him. I can’t get over the squat little legs running down the hall in anticipation of a flying ball. So cute!

This week’s Pet of the Week is Duchess:

Emily writes:
Duchess, 6.5 years old, joined our family in April 2007. The Central California rescue group said her former owner believes she is part Dachshund and part Husky. Unless it involved a step-ladder, I’m pretty sure her mother was the Dachshund, but the logistics on that are troublesome as well. In any case, I can’t imagine it was an intentional pairing of the breeds: She’s short and sheds terribly, but has the dignity of a much larger dog.
She’s hilariously quirky: If she thinks she’s going somewhere or getting a treat, …read more