Dachshunds of yesteryear

I recently discovered Volumes 1 & 2 of Van Bylandt’s ‘Dogs of all Nations’ in a bookshop in Hungerford.
This is the second edition (published in 1904) and It is a truly epic production – a jewel of canine literature.
It possesses scores of photographs of dogs that I haven’t seen published before and over the coming weeks I will post some of these fascinating photographs (of various breeds) for owners & fanciers to pore over.
Today, I’m going to focus on my breed, the Dachshund, interestingly I have heard/read about a number of the dogs featured but have never seen photos of them before.
I hope Dachshund lovers enjoy them!

A Mini Dachshund Mystery

I recently wrote a piece on the extraordinary rise of the Miniature Dachshund for American dog magazine, Canine Chronicle.

Whilst researching it I came across a fascinating photograph of a girl with what looks like a very respectable looking Miniature Wirehaired Dachshund.

What’s so odd about that you may ask?

Fit for function, fit for purpose

In issue 27 of Edition Dog (Dec 2020) I reflect on my own experience of owning and breeding dogs with working ability, and discuss what ‘fit for function’ really means.

A proper dog

Is there still such a thing as a man’s or woman’s dog? I take a closer look and reflect on personal experience in issue 25 of Edition Dog (October 2020).

Top tips on how to look after our golden oldies

My Canine Chat column in Torbay Weekly (8th October 2020) was about my veteran Dachshund, Alfie, and how older dogs can stay fit and healthy.

Read more articles on Torbay Weekly’s website here

Rehome a graceful greyhound

My Canine Chat column in Torbay Weekly (13th August 2020) raised the issue of greyhounds in need of rescue and reflecting on my own experience with the breed.

Read the online version and other articles on Torbay Weekly’s website here

A dog is for life, not just for lockdown

The first article for my new Canine Chat column in Torbay Weekly was published on 11th June 2020. It also features our Standard Dachshund, Otto.

Read the online version of the article on Torbay Weekly’s website here

To spay or not to spay…

…that is the question

In issue 20 of Edition Dog (May 2020) I question the need for spaying and neutering in modern times.

A Canine Afterlife?

In issue 11 of Edition Dog (Aug 2019) I share my story of my Dachshund, Mollie, coming back to visit after she passed away.

The importance of a good breeder

In issue 6 of Edition Dog (Mar 2019) I highlight the benefits of buying a puppy from an experienced breeder.