Blitzen - dachshund
Home: Indianapolis, IN
Birthday: Tue, December 25 2001
Gender: Male
Weight: 14 lbs
Going to visit
Sat, May 26 2007
I just got back from Petco. I love to go visit everyone at the store. I like to go buy treats mostly. I didn't even have to shar. . .
Goose attack!!
Sat, June 02 2007
Oh my gosh. I just got attacked by a goose!!! Mom and dad have been out working in the yard while we were contained to doggy jai. . .
What rescues do with their money
Mon, June 11 2007
Hi all. First of all, I would like to let you know a little bit about me. I escaped from a puppy mill and ran loose for quite a . . .
Finding a new home for your cat
Thu, June 28 2007
Here is some info from Cats Haven here in Indy. They are currently full as are most rescues. Unfortunately, our kitty friends se. . .
Poem for the day
Fri, July 20 2007
Once again, I can't claim it but I liked it. I'm not much of a writer, more of a lover:-)
I Adopted Your Pet Today!
I adopte. . .
I tricked Mom
Mon, July 23 2007
This morning I was bored so I thought I would mess with mom. Since my body's kind of wacky, I have some really stinky smells ema. . .
Are aliens stealing my family?
Tue, July 24 2007
What are these people doing on Tuesday nights? They drug me up with Benadryl then kidnap the other two dogs and take them away. . . .
I got a compliment
Sun, July 29 2007
We got to go to the new Petsmart at Traders Point this weekend. When we were all getting out of the car, some ladies came by and. . .
I'm nervous and scared
Sat, August 11 2007
Mom is leaving me tomorrow night! She's going to her hang out with her friend and won't be back until late Monday. She told dad . . .
Mom's home
Tue, August 14 2007
She finally came home last night. Dad said it was way earlier than he expected her. He also said something about running out of . . .
Mom's leaving
Thu, August 16 2007
I don't know why she has to leave. I think it's because I ran out of the house yesterday when dad opened the door. Or maybe beca. . .
Mom's gone
Sat, August 18 2007
Today was the first whole day that Mom's been gone. I kinda wondered where she was yesterday but I guess I thought she was comin. . .
Mom's gone Day 4-the saga continues
Mon, August 20 2007
she's still gone!!! When will she ever return? Tonight dad lost me in the house and couldn't find me. We came in from the outsid. . .
Mom's home!!!!!
Tue, August 21 2007
She's home, she's home, she's home. I'm so excited that I can't quit doing my "bitsy dance". That's when I rock back and forth a. . .
New clothes too!
Sun, August 26 2007
Chase and I got new clothes too. They are sleeveless sweaters for the fall. Mom had to buy sleeveless because our little legs ar. . .
Wiener round up at Grandpa's
Mon, September 03 2007
We all got to go over to Grandpa's today and play together. Well everybody except Hootie. Chase and him don't play nice so Hooti. . .
My family's leaving me
Wed, September 05 2007
I just heard mom and dad talking about going away this weekend. I guess Dad's like 800 years old and his high school in Ohio is . . .
My family's home!!!
Mon, September 10 2007
I'm so excited! They didn't abandon me after all. It wasn't too bad the first night because there are lots of good smells at Gra. . .
Back from the vet
Fri, September 14 2007
well, I made it through my vet visit. I was so excited when mom came home early and took only me out of the crates. I thought we. . .
Indypaws has a dinosaur!
Sun, September 23 2007
Well, kind of. His name is Dinosaur but he's a puffer fish. That's mom's favorite kind of fish! She got to hold one when she was. . .
My song
Tue, October 02 2007
Mom loves me so much that she has a song she sings to me. Sometimes she sings it when we're hanging around the house or riding i. . .
Blessing of the pets
Sun, October 07 2007
Dad was really brave yesterday and took us to the blessing of the pets at church. I say brave because Mom wasn't there to superv. . .
They called you WHAT????????
Tue, October 23 2007
My name is Blitzen North. Mom thinks it's funny because she had to get my medicine at CVS one time and they thought she was real. . .
Grab the Kleenex again
Fri, October 26 2007
Here's a video of the dogs rescued from the Virginia puppy mill. It'll be happy tears this time, I promise. Look closely for the. . .
100% true story good for Halloween
Mon, October 29 2007
I don't know how many of you will believe this but it's all true. Mom has always wondered how I could have made it to the horse . . .
Doggy ghost story-true
Tue, October 30 2007
Mom posted this for me yesterday but it got buried quicker than a juicy bone. I asked her to re-post it because I thought some o. . .
Beware the potty pirates!
Thu, November 01 2007
Ahoy there mateys. Something strange is going on here. I thought I was the one responsible for stealing and plundering around he. . .
The Water Witches
Thu, November 08 2007
The potty pirates are finally no longer a problem. They disappeared earlier this week. I'm not sure how they were banished but o. . .
I'm feeling a little better
Tue, November 13 2007
Hi friends. Mom stayed home with me for awhile this morning and I didn't seem any worse. She ended up taking me to Grandpa's for. . .
No Christmas for me
Thu, November 15 2007
This doesn't sound too fair but mom just said I wasn't getting anything for Christmas. It's not that I'm bad because I'm the bes. . .
Just One Question
Sun, November 25 2007
If you could ask your pet just one question and they could answer, what
would that one question be? Mom says she would ask me h. . .
Happy Got-versary to me!
Sun, November 25 2007
I've been here a whole year now. Wow, it seems like a lifetime ago when I was kept in an outdoor pen and forced to breed over an. . .
Happy Birthday to ?????
Thu, December 06 2007
We are slackers around here. We forgot to wish one of our friends a very happy birthday a few days ago. Any guesses as to who it. . .
My twin
Mon, December 10 2007
Check out this dog on Petfinder. I think she's my sister! We're the same age and look identical. We have the same markings, same. . .
Clinical trials 2nd visit
Wed, December 12 2007
Hi guys. I'm back from the vet again. I had to go back to see if I would qualify for the "no peeing in the house" study. All my . . .
Anybody looking for a Boxer?
Fri, December 14 2007
Rumor has it that we're getting a sister soon(Don't tell Chase). Anyway, she's wayyyyy down in Evansville and mom's really busy.. . .
I'm getting a sissy
Tue, December 18 2007
Yippe, I'm getting a sister! I can hardly wait. Someone to snuggle with and be my friend. It will be wonderful. Yes, Chase lives. . .
Restless night
Tue, February 05 2008
Wow those storms were crazy loud!!! Once they started, Chase had to bark at every clap of thunder that he heard. Dad got really . . .
Puppy Mill Poem
Tue, February 12 2008
Mom got this from a lady at the puppy mill protests awhile back. She promised the lady that she would post it on here and then f. . .
HSI updates
Fri, March 07 2008
Did anyone else see the letter to the editor in yesterday's paper? It was from Ms Boden at HSI. Personally I thought it was a lo. . .
Poor Martha Boden
Thu, May 08 2008
She really gets put through the ringer around here;-) So mom told me to put up some info about her to "help people understand a . . .
A big boost for the animals
Mon, May 19 2008
Seems like this shelter is heading in the right direction.
VALPARAISO - The Porter County Animal Shelter euthanized nearly 1. . .
What the heck was that???????
Sat, May 24 2008
Chase and I were outside this morning just sniffing around and we smelled something funny. He started the alert and I chimed in.. . .
My "sensitive side"
Sun, June 01 2008
This is a little embarassing to write about because I'm afraid Chase will read it. He likes to make fun of me with my long curl. . .
Really great poem
Sat, July 26 2008
Mom wanted me to post this for her. It's called before I was a Dog Mom. She says it's exactly how she feels
I made and ate h. . .
Blitzen's Book Review
Wed, August 13 2008
Hi friends and welcome to my book review. Dad finally went and got a library card after living here 10+ years. So now I can read. . .
Scamper keeps bothering me
I don't know why but about a week or so ago, Scamper decided to start bugging me. He never really did it before, he just always . . .
Done with the study
I'm finally done with the clinical trial that studied my pee problem. I'm on my meds that I have to take twice a day but I get p. . .
Blitzen's book review
Ok, this one I didn't really pick-mom did. Well actually Jennifer from HCHS suggested it for Scamper. It's called "The Dog Liste. . .
Help me please
Mom can't figure out what's going on with me. When I started getting so itchy a couple of months ago, it seems like my personali. . .
a Puppy Store Free LA
Wouldn't it be awesome if we could have the same here in Indy? It's great that this politician is so vocal in his support of thi. . .
This will help you stay cooler
Hi guys. Well summer is officially here and the days are hot and muggy. Mom likes to take us to the park but it's kind of hard o. . .
Huge puppy mill raid
Officials in Tennessee have raided a puppy mill in what is their largest raid to date. Over 700 animals were seized including do. . .
Dad glued my mouth shut!
Chase says I'm being overdramatic but it's true. Mom and Dad were gone a long time yesterday at Grandpa's house. They didn't tak. . .
My "sensitive side"
This is a little embarassing to write about because I'm afraid Chase will read it. He likes to make fun of me with my long curl. . .
Very special Wiener Wednesday
Hey everybody. Happy WW to all the wieners and wannabes out there. Today is a very special WW around here. It's our mom's birthd. . .
My day at massage class
Ahhh, what a relaxing afternoon. Mom and dad went to see Waylon today while we stayed home and slept. Then mom came and took me . . .
Happy Wiener Wednesday!!
Hi to all our Doxie and non Doxie friends. We would like to wish everyone a yappy Wiener Wednesday. We learned so much at our Da. . .
More puppy mill protests
Here's a great article about PM protests in California. This is great that the pet store's business seems to be lacking. Wouldn'. . .
Update on clinical trial study
Hi guys. I'm about done with my clinical trial that I've been participating in. I have to go back next week for another check up. . .
Dachshund meet up was great!!!
Hi Doxie friends. Cocoa and me got to go to the Dachshund meet up yesterday at Amanda and Reno's house. Amanda shows Doxies and . . .
Incredible case of hoarding
Wow, I can't believe these people had 800 dogs and 80 parrots in a double wide trailer!!!! Hoarding at its worst! I just don't u. . .
Indiana puppy mill info
Good news puppy mill protesters. There are now TWO billboards in Indy that say Help stop puppy mills. How exciting is that???? T. . .
More Puppy mill protests!!!
Hurray, more chances to make our voices heard so no more animals have to suffer like I did. There are going to be 2 more Uncle B. . .
Call 6 for help-DVR alert
Make sure you watch Channel 6 News at 6 on Wednesday. They are investigating a woman who runs a "rescue" called Kritten Heaven a. . .
Dog fighting ring busted
This just happened yesterday. I hope the dogs that can safely go to new homes are adopted and that the others go peacefully to t. . .
Petsmart's response to PETA
Here is what Petsmart has to say regarding Rainbow Exotics. This is the place that supplies Petsmart with many small animals. PE. . .
Pet Shop/Puppy Mill Quiz
How much do you really know about pet store puppies and puppy mills? Take this quiz to find out the real truth. I think some of . . .
Crazy PETA's at it again
Mom was telling us about the crazy PETA lady that showed up at the end of the protests last week. She said they should go in the. . .
Petsmart in trouble
What a disturbing video. I know some people on here questioned why we are so vocal about puppy mills but not other animals sold . . .
Great show on TV
Don't miss this show! It's called "Dogs that Changed the World". I'm hoping to see myself in there somewhere. It will air on the. . .
Where's my mommy?
My mom has been gone for days now and still no sightings of her. Dad won't let us get on Indypaws to try to track her. We hear h. . .
More prayers needed
Not for me or any of us furry ones this time. Dad's been sick for over two weeks with bronchitis. Then he got sick at Grandpa's . . .
More puppy mill info
Newsweek has a great article about puppy mills. Here is the link to it. http://www.newsweek.com/id/77831/page/1
Stop the bell i. . .
It's Protest time
Please don't forget that today is the day for our humans to make known their feelings about puppy mills. They will be protesting. . .
Your doggy soulmate
Do you believe in doggy soulmates? You know, dogs that are truly meant to be with you. Like I am mom's doggy soulmate. She call. . .
Mom's Christmas
I know what mom wants for Christmas and I'm going to tell dad. I think she wants a little doggie sling pouch thing to carry me i. . .
Clinical trials update
Well, I had to go to the vet this morning for my first visit. This was to see if I'm healthy enough to participate and if I meet. . .
This is puppy mill action week
How ironic is it that WTHR is running their expose tonight during Puppy Mill action week?
The Humane Society of the United Stat. . .
My Life as a Puppy Mill dog
Hi guys. Just a reminder to watch WTHR at 11 PM tonight for the story about puppy mills and their connection to pet stores. I kn. . .
Pet Cancer Awareness
November is Pet Cancer Awareness Month. I know we've had some friends on here that are dealing with this problem. Currently canc. . .
How do you decide?
Monica here again. I've got another question for all of you. How do you decide when to take your dog to the vet for a possible i. . .
Anybody been in clinical pet trials
Hi guys-Monica here. Poor little Blitzen continues with his excess urination problem. I've had the carpet cleaner out twice toda. . .
Water witches Part 2-Need help
Hi, Monica here. I thought I needed to step in so you don't all think we live in Crazyville. First, there were no potty pirates.. . .
I'm injured
I swear it's just one thing after another with me. I finally managed to chase off the potty pirates for good. I haven't seen the. . .
I guess I'm not number 1:-(
Mom found this site that tells you what breed of dog would be good for you. There are several questions then it lists the breeds. . .
Happy Hallowiener Wednesday
Mom here. The little ones are all back to snoozing this early in the morning. I thought I'd share some of my thoughts about that. . .
Puppy mill rescue
Here's the latest puppy mill rescue that was assisted by Best Friends. I can't wait for the day when other dogs won't have to en. . .
Great volunteer opportunity
Hi guys. The HSUS is looking for volunteers for their National Disaster Response Team. This link has all the info you need to ge. . .
Secret Confession
Yes, I have a deep dark secret I've been hiding. I know you would expect something like that from Chase rather than me but it's . . .
The No Kill Declaration
Hi guys. It's your fuzzy little activist back again. Mom says she can't wait until Monday to hear Nathan Winograd speak and get . . .
Wiener Wednesday
Hi guys. Sorry I'm so late with the posting. Mom's been so busy getting ready for puppy weekend that she forgot to turn on the P. . .
A Wag of the Tail
Mom thinks this is very interesting. Did you know that the direction that your tail wags in may indicate what you're feeling? He. . .
Breaking Vick news
Not only does he abuse animals, he's a druggie. He's failed his drug test and is on house arrest. I'm going to ask mom if it's t. . .
Vick news
Is it possible that the scumbag will face more charges? It is according to TMZ. Here's what they had to say about it.
More le. . .
Going to the vet again
Mom says I have to go to the vet tomorrow. She even wanted to give me a bath first but she got home too late. I don't know why I. . .
Update on the Rushville pets
Here's the latest on the pets that were saved from Rushville.
This Saturday, meet the 6 cats and kittens who are part of the I. . .
Need a new pet???
If anyone was inspired by my cousin Allie's post and wants a Weimeraner, there is one for adoption at the Anderson Animal Shelte. . .
Cooling products review
This is a review that an individual did. She tried out different types of items that are supposed to help dogs stay cool. Mom wa. . .
New appalling web site
Mom was on Ebay tonight trying to find some good dog stuff. She knows they're not allowed to sell live animals on there. She sea. . .
Petsmart wants to sell bunnies!
Your little fuzzy activist is at it again. This time it's to help our little rabbit friends. Petsmart is "test marketing" the id. . .
Looking for breed checks
Does anybody know a place to get checks with your breed on them? Dad used all the checks without telling Mom so she says she's g. . .
Wiener Wednesday
Hi guys. I'm next up for wiener Wednesdays. That's when one of us dachshunds tells something about our breed. My topic today is . . .
Help dogs in need
Here are some ideas of ways that you can help homeless pets. Not everybody can be a foster momma or adopt more pets but there ar. . .
These people and their swimming
What is up with the humans? Why do they think we want to swim? Do you see any fins or gills in my pictures? NO! Therefore, I do . . .
Indiana no puppy mills site
Hi guys. Your little fuzzy activist is back at the 'puter. My paws got really tired last week so I had to take some time off. He. . .
New petition to stop dog auction
This is info about a dog auction in our neighboring state of Ohio. They were hoping to get 1500 signatures and have already gott. . .
I can't swim
Apparently, I'm the joke of the house today. We went to Holliday Park for the first time and mom decided to take us in the water. . .
My poem for the day
Of course, I didn't write it but it conveys my message. I'm sorry if I'm bringing anybody down today but I've got to warn everyb. . .
Help stop puppy mills
Mom's sitting here crying after watching this video. It's very upsetting but needs to be seen by everyone. I'm sure many people . . .
The wrabbit wranglers are coming!
My mom is no fun. First she wouldn't let us catch the bunny(like some lucky dogs on here get to do). Now she's actually having p. . .
stray bunny
Much as I would like to eat it, mom says NO! Does anybody know how to catch a loose bunny? There is a loose domestic rabbit in o. . .
Need shampoo/conditioner help
Hi. My name's Blitzen and I'm a shed-aholic. Mom says I'm still blowing out all that old nasty stuff that passed for hair back i. . .
Is Advantage dangerous to cats?
My friend's mother in law went to her vet to get some flea protection for her dog and cat. She asked my friend what she uses on . . .
Car safety
Mom's mean and makes us ride in our crates when we go visit Grandma and Grandpa in Ohio. Why can't we just bounce around in the . . .
Defender of the Bread
Well as you know, mom's been sick this week so she was in the computer room trying to catch up a little. She kept hearing that f. . .
Cooling vest/bandannas
Has anybody used any of the cooling vest or bandannas? Mom saw them at the store the other day and wondered how well they worked. . .
Find out your real dog/human age
Check out dogage.com or catage.com to find out your real age in human years. It will tell you whether you are younger or older t. . .
I'm a dog, not a cereal bowl
Why do my people insist on washing me in the kitchen sink? I just had to endure another one of these indignities. Don't they kno. . .
Baby and Bow Wow class
Hey you furkids that might be adding human kids to the home, here's a class for you. Clarian North is going to have a Baby and B. . .
Does your decor match your pet?
Hi all. I told mom I would check with everybody to get their thoughts on this. When Mom and Dad got married, he didn't have any . . .
Missing dachshund
Mom said there was an article in the paper about a missing doxie. He was an unusual cream color and was training to be a star. H. . .
Owner: Monica
About Me: I'm not sure where to start. I guess when I was young, I lived in a bad noisy place in a cage. I only got to go out to "attend to the ladies" there. One day though, I got very brave when my gate was open and ran and ran and ran. Then I was on a horse farm but I wouldn't let anybody near me. Finally one day they caught me and called their friends at Wags Strays to take me and find a good home for me. My mommy is friends with Pam and that's how they found me. They came to Petco to see me. I had just had a bath and was very sad and lonely. I wouldn't look at anybody or do anything-just lie there. Mommy asked Daddy if it was ok to take me home and love me forever. So I went home with them and my brother Chase. It's been a long road but my hair has all grown back and I'm a pretty good looking guy if I do say so. I've been with my family for about six months and I love them. I had to learn all about inside things like stairs and phones and things but I'm a little braver now.
Nicknames: Itsy Bitsy, Velcro boy, Bitsy Baby, Low rider
My Motto: I love to snuggle
Likes: My mommy! She is the best and snuggliest ever. I like to be warm. I like to get in bed with mommy in the morning before breakfast and have snuggly time.
Pet-peeves: My brother Chase(what an appropriate name). The orange cat that lives down the street. Having to come inside after pottying(I want to explore)
Best Tricks: Does looking really pathetic count?
Favorite Activities: Morning snuggle time with Mommy. Being held like a baby. Eating. Barking at anything I can see through the glass doors.
Favorite Food: Anything but my low cal dog food. I especially love anything I'm not supposed to have
Favorite Toy: Hmm, I don't really play with toys much
Favorite Walk: Around the neighborhood to look for the orange cat with my brother and Daddy.
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