newest member of our family...

If he makes you happy then of course he is a part of the family. My sister has the same type of dog (actually two of them) and they are her 'children'. Thanks Zelo

congrats on getting a cute dog although i am not very fond of dogs. first i thought this is a discussion about a new born baby but i see you have got a new dog. it is nice to hear that it keeps your family happy because many times you see dogs in other peoples house an they create a lot of ruckus at home. all the best with the dog in the future as well. is dachshund a breed of dog?

I saw the picture on your profile... and your new baby is really so cute and lovable... so for sure that the whole family would fall in love with you dog in no time... it is like a new addition to the family... and for sure he will start acting more human than dog... good thing you agreed to have him in the family... that is like extending the love you have for your husband and children to someone who really deserves it...

Your dog is so cute Nhey. I bet you & your husband are so excited about being a parent's to a new pet! I love dachshund's, I use to have one when I was young and they are sweet. I would love to be able to have a dachshund or a dachshund chihuahua mix.But we plan on moving soon and Me and my hubby have decided to wait to get a dog after we have moved and settled in..

I too would love to have a dog. But as for the moment my wife does not want it since nobody can care for it well. I am always out of town due to my job, my wife also goes to here office. We have a child, he is still 5 years old and most likely would not be able to properly care for the dog. Well, maybe perhaps when the time comes, we will be having one. I am glad that you are happy with your newest family member. Dogs are surely a great pet to have.

Reminds me of Moochie. lol! Well yeah pet do give joy to homes. Right now, our home won't be the same without Moochie walking around the house. We look forward to playing with him before the day ends. Moochie will be having a little brother come Saturday. Mom will bring home a Shih Tzu given by my aunt. I do hope Moochie and the new pup will get along pretty well. That will be double the trouble for me that's ok. lol!

You see you were denying yourselves the pleasure of a pet in the house. I feel like a home doesn't feel like home unless I have a pet of some kind. Fish, a cat something. Because our landlord requires a $600 pet deposit we won't be getting a dog any time soon , but I have a cat, the landlord doesn't know about him yet and he has been here for about 10 months now.I am glad that you are happy with your new pet. I am also glad that you chose a small dog over a large one, primarily because you have a young baby and sometimes bigger dogs can be a little rough and tumble for baby when he starts crawling and then walking. Smaller dogs are easier to care for, to wash, to clean up after. I think that you made a very good choice. dachunds are so energetic and sweet and very family oriented.

That is so wonderful. We have had our baby for eleven years this June also on the 17th. He will celebrate his birthday with me LOL. My whole family loves dogs too and we always have had one.

hi, I 've looked at the picture of chowder and he is a real cutie ! i have a little dog too, he is a shih tzu called dexter. we have had him for about 4 years and he is adorable. we also have 4 cats and i love all my cats and my little dog so much. animals are such good company and they never let you down. i hope you have many happy years with your little dog. hugs xx unfortunately until i have 500 points or whatever i can't download any pictures on mylot :-( so i can't post any pictures yet.

A Doxie is a wonderful first dog, they are full of fun and love, a real people dog. I'm happy your found him.

That is cool! I think Dachshund is a good breed and they look clean. Do they know how to take care of themselves? Like: no crap on the floor and such? Did you have it trained someway or did you train it yourself? The moms usually get attached to the pets a lot especially if they pets stay inside the house :P I guess it has something to do with actually being seen around the house and making the children/family members happy. Mothers like it when their loved ones are happy :D Thanks for the response on my discussion!

We have a dog too...As well as two cats and a bird! I love my animals they are such a joy to have around. They are a lot of work and expense but they are worth every penny and sweat! You will have years of fun with your new friend. The puppy stage I found somewhat difficult but we’ve had our dog for eleven years now and, although she is not as well trained as we would like (our own fault) she is still a joy. I suggest you take your puppy to dog training and keep it up, well worth it. Congratulations for the new addition to your family, daschhunds are gorgeous... enjoy him!

I absolutely agree that dog is the best friend of people. My wife and I both love dog. We often fantasize the scene about we walking peacefully with two dogs. But it's not a suitable time now. We have to be busy with our work. So I admire you very much. I believe your family will get more happiness from your newest member, especially your kids. Good luck.

Just get along well with it. http://wangtf.edublogs.org/

Oh yes, dogs certainly are part of the family like another child in the house especially when they are puppies. They are so loyal - no matter what mood you are in, the dog will always give you a warm welcome and a wag of his tail. - Derek

I am so glad that you are able to have both a pet and baby in same house. I found that having a baby and my dog toomuch, he got very jealous and ripped my kitchen apart one day when I popped out. I was so upset.

Congratulations in your new addition to your family. I've no doubt your kids will love to have a dog around the house. Dogs are very lovable pets, especially if you get the friendly breeds. They can enhance the relationships in the home so much, and create so much joy, happiness and excitement just interacting with humans. I'd love to have a dog too but my mother-in-law who is staying with us in our apartment is scared of dogs in the house, so instead I have a dozen or so 'pet' cats downstairs around my apartment area. They are so lovable, and some of them are so close to me and my wife.

Hello Nhey16, Great to hear that you and your family are happy with the newest member in the family. I don't have a pet at home and don't intend to have any in a near future. My husband doesn't like pet animals and so do I. But my 2 1/2 year old son loves pet animals very much. Maybe I have to find one when he is big enough to take care of his own pet!

yes i think that all the children normally like to have a pet or especially dog at home because he will become a real new componet of your family so nice and loveble!! I think is normal after few period you can exablish a good link between all the family and surely he will be very good to play and take cae of your kids and all family!!Dogs normally are really cute as animal to have at home i think..

i grew up with pets and so did my kids.i can't think of not having one.all they want is someone to love and take care of them and they are always there for you.i hope you continue to enjoy your dogs company.