Sunsong Dachshunds
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We are Sue and Ian Search, and we own the Sunsong Dachshunds. Our website was created in 1996 to be your first choice for news, views, photos, show results, and information about UK Wirehaired Dachshunds in particular, and Dachshunds in general.
Sunsong Dachshunds
1M ago
I was presented with a lovely line-up of quality dogs for Best In Show, from which I selected O’Connell’s RIJOBEAU RITA BIX WITH LLENNOCOR. This compact, well-balanced, correctly constructed black and tan Miniature Smooth caught my eye on the initial circuit of the ring and did not disappoint on further examination. On the table my ..read more
Sunsong Dachshunds
1M ago
Understanding Pet Health and Longevity: Insights for Dog Owners As a dog owner, ensuring the well-being and longevity of our pets is a top priority. Recent research (Farrell et al) analysing the mortality of over 53,000 deceased dogs and cats in the United Kingdom provides valuable insights into factors affecting pet health and longevity. This ..read more
Sunsong Dachshunds
2M ago
Richmond is one of our “lucky shows”. Sue has won 10 CCs there over the years. This year, Spruce won the Dog CC (his 4th) and Pumpkin won the Bitch CC (her 2nd). Spruce was also Best of Breed. ..read more
Sunsong Dachshunds
3M ago
The Hidden Cost of Inbreeding: New Research Links Genetic Health to Veterinary Care Needs in Dogs As dog breeders and enthusiasts, we’re constantly striving to produce the healthiest puppies possible. We carefully select breeding pairs, conduct health tests, and do our best to avoid known genetic issues in our lines. But new research suggests that ..read more
Sunsong Dachshunds
3M ago
Thank you to judge Melanie Chapman. Pumpkin has mostly been in the shadow of her brother, Champion Spruce, so it was a pleasant surprise to have her awarded the Bitch CC. We think she’s beautiful and she’s such a lovely character; bold and extrovert ..read more
Sunsong Dachshunds
3M ago
Mini Wire Dachshunds – WKC 2024 It’s 6 years since I last judged Mini Wires and I have previously expressed concerns about too many with nervous temperaments. On this occasion, I have to say this was not a major issue and there were plenty of happy, confident dogs on the table and on the move ..read more
Sunsong Dachshunds
4M ago
Miniature Smooth-haired Dachshunds – Bournemouth 2024 Thank you to the exhibitors for a lovely entry in the sunny South of England. My last CC appointment in this variety was in 2008 so I was interested to see what, if anything, had changed. By and large, temperaments were good. There were a few dogs that were ..read more
Sunsong Dachshunds
4M ago
Wirehaired Dachshunds – Bournemouth 2024 This was an appointment I approached with some trepidation. Over the past couple of years, I have despaired seeing so many exhibits with nervous temperaments and completely incorrect hindquarters. Some judges have also commented on mouth faults but, today, this was not a major issue from what I could see ..read more
Sunsong Dachshunds
4M ago
Bournemouth Championship show 11/8/24 – Longhaired Dachshunds I had been looking forward to this appointment as, incredibly, it is 24 years since I last awarded CCs in Longs! I was certainly not disappointed as although it was a numerically small entry, there was quality in abundance. If this entry is representative of the breed as ..read more
Sunsong Dachshunds
4M ago
Introduction: As Dachshund owners, we’re all too familiar with the dreaded words “intervertebral disc disease” or IVDD. This condition, which can cause paralysis in our dogs, has long been a source of fear and heartbreak in the Dachshund community. But a new study published in the Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine offers a ray of ..read more