8.06.2012

An Early Anniversary Present : )


So my husband is officially the sweetest, most thoughtful man ever. Our one-year wedding anniversary is coming up next month, September 17th. Yesterday evening, I got my present a little early.

We had agreed that this fall we would get a doxie puppy. We had planned this a year ago. And last night, Stephen surprised me by taking me to a small town an hour away to meet with a sweet couple who breeds mini dachshunds at their country home.

(The man looked JUST like Santa Claus, haha!)

(On the left.) We think we'll call her Ruby, as she is "red" in doxie lingo.

As of August 19th, the sweet little girl with the black nose will be ours! She weighs less than a pound now, so she's a teeny little girl.


We really missed having two dogs. As much as we adored Cash, we couldn't keep two mammoth German Shepherds (two alpha dogs equals LOTS of debauchery) and we also were only fostering him temporarily, as he was dropped on us. The couple that adopted him said he absolutely LOVES being on the farm - so it worked out for everyone!

Ari says: "Can't wait to be your big brother, Ruby!"

This tiny girl will be a great addition to our family of three!


P.S.- This whole thing was already in the works before I heard of the finding of those 38 doxies in Texarkana  earlier this month, but if you're looking for a warm, furry companion - I highly suggest contacting Jeff Tarpley!

Be blessed, lovelies-

35 comments:

  1. Aw, she's adorable! Congrats on the addition!!

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  2. How adorable! Congrats on the new little one.

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  3. How sweet! What a precious little girl. And love the name Ruby - she looks like a Ruby. Can't wait to see how she and Ari get along:)

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  4. So cute! Enjoy your new addition.

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  5. I have a mini doxie and love love love him!

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  6. Aww love Doxies! And the name Ruby is even cutier! My cat has the same name :)

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  7. are you kidding me? Best present ever!! What cuties!!

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  8. What a sweet, sweet surprise!! Ruby is such a precious name too! :)

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  9. How sweet. Your new puppy is adorable!

    Lauren
    http://laurensweetnothings.blogspot.com/

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  10. Oh my goodness, you will absolutely love her! I was not a dog person until my husband talked me into getting our sweet little long-haired doxie... she is adorable! And Ruby is the perfect name!

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  11. Um, first we share the same anniversary (well, mine is the 18th, but close!) Second, I want a doxie so bad; we have a chihuahua and border collie, so we need to wait a bit to get another. I'm so jealous! What a wonderful gift! Enjoy!

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  12. Oh My gosh, How Exciting!!

    I've been nagging about wanting a puppy but we don't want to get one until we offically have our own place without roomates!

    Ruby is ADORABLE! I am so happy for you!!

    -Ashlee Michelle
    http://lifeofashlee.blogspot.com/

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  13. love it!! I have a mini doxie too and she is the cutest and best dog ever!! enjoy!!

    http://allthingsprettyandlittle.blogspot.com/

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  14. So cute! Happy early Anniversary to you!

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  15. She is just the cutest little thing! Oh my heart be still.

    Lindsay @
    LindsayJEveryday..blogspot.com

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  16. awww what a great present! Can't wait to see more pictures. hope you had a lovely weekend!
    xoxo
    Pam

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  17. I have a miniature dachshund, also red in color, and she is the light of my life! (Besides my husband, of course lol). Dachshunds are such good pets, they are so sweet and lovable. How exciting!

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  18. They're so cute! I want to get a puppy so bad but unfortunately my apartment building doesn't allow dogs :/ Happy Anniversary!

    I'm having a giveaway on my blog so stop by and enter if you get a chance!
    ~Christine
    xadayinthelifex.blogspot.com

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  19. Oh, how precious! I have two doxies, and there is just nothing like them!

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  20. My parents have two wieners and I have one, all "red". You will have so much fun, they are the greatest little buddies. Love me some wieners :) congratulations and can't wait to watch her grow up in your home.

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  21. She is absolutely adorable! My husband and I are in the market for a new puppy and we both want a mini dachshund also!!! We are having to wait until my business travels in Japan are complete and then its hello NEW puppy!! I cannot wait!

    http://pearlspinkandsouthern.blogspot.com

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  22. What a precious new puppy...great present!!

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  23. Ah! How sweet! Dogs are the best!

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  24. I just got a puppy this weekend, too! They are soo cute when they are so tiny. Yours looks adorable and I LOVE the name :)

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  25. so sweet! My old sister (my parent´s kitty) is visiting me for few days and she is the company that I was needing.

    Please, photos!!

    Laura

    http://fallinlove.com.ar/?lang=en

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  26. Aw! My anniversary is Sept 17th as well! A new puppy is quite the treat!

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  27. I am sooooo excited for you're new little bundle of joy! Dachshunds are the best! :)

    Marianna
    Delightfully Dunn

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  28. So so sweet! I have two mini dachshunds...after 14 years with a 90 pound basset hound! They are the best dogs! Enjoy your new addition :)

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  29. I have a puppy named Ella that is a dachshund/corgi/chihuahua mix. She is the cutest thing EVER! She is red too and has the dachshund look. Hope you enjoy your new puppy...love the name!

    http://myromancewithreading.blogspot.com

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  30. I have a red mini doxie and she is my girl through and through! They are the BEST dogs ever! You definitely have a new cuddle buddy for the winter!

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