Today, Bob completed building Tosca a new whelping box for her puppies.  A proper whelping box is necessary as an aid to the mom to keep track of her new puppies (whelps) and keep them safe.   In the earliest stages  of puppy development all feeding, stimulating, and cleaning is done by the Mom.  Mom and pups will live in this box to nurse for the first 2 weeks of life. 

Note the internal railing in the box.  This is a safety feature of the box that helps to prevent the mom from laying on her puppies.  As well, when the puppies begin to move around, they can only stray within the confines of the box.   Mom will often fetch her pups at feeding time,  from

Tosca Getting Ready for Her Puppies in New Whelping Box Feb 17, 2012

under the railing where they will most likely be sleeping but be warm and safe.

As an experienced breeder, I take much pride in striving to provide puppy owners with happy, rewarding dachshund experiences.   At Pandoradox the goal is to  improve the miniature dachshund breed with each litter produced. 

At Pandoradox, we take breeding and puppy placement seriously.  First and foremost, only dachshunds with long histories of good health and gentle temperament are considered for mating.  Secondly, each sire and dam is selected to properly balance body type according to the breed standards set out by the Canadian Kennel Club and the American Kennel Club.  Once the puppies are born, great  effort is taken to provide the important, necessary good start in life of cuddling, socializing, and play that ultimately ensures the best possible chance for the puppy to develop into a fine, well-behaved, companion dog.   Finally, a written health guarantee is given with each puppy placement. 

Regarding the championships and awards that all our dogs have received, this is the verification of many dachshund experts that we at Pandoradox continue to produce some of the finest dachshunds in both Canada and the U.S.

Regarding puppy placement, all potential buyers are interviewed extensively in order to determine that they can offer their best in care, training, and a loving home. 

Dog ownership is a life-long commitment for both owner and breeder.  At Pandoradox–we are always available to  assist all our dog clients in the maximum enjoyment of their dachshund.

Occasionally I get requests for older dog placement.  Since I must make room for development of new puppies, I do place older dogs from time to time.  Tex and Scarlett were two of my older spayed pets that now live in a new fine home.  Here is a picture and story of Two Peas in a Pod, that I treasure. 

“The time has gone by so quickly, things are going really well with the girls, Tex is relentless when it comes to playing ball It’s so much fun having a dog that likes to play, even when I’ve had a really long day at work, I’m never too tired to play ball with her, it’s so funny to watch. Half the time she doesn’t even need me there to throw it, she’s pretty good at playing ball all on her own! Scarlett of course, still just loves to be petted, I’ve learned to multi-task giving Scarlett all of the attention she craves and keeping an eye out for when Tex needs the ball thrown. These girls are two peas in a pod, some mornings I think they can’t wait for me to leave for work, they curl up together in the bed and actually turn around to look at me as if to say, “aren’t you leaving yet?”, it’s very funny!”

It is so rewarding to hear stories of successful placements!  Thanks, L., for sharing.

                                                              Peas in a Pod