She may still be a little wobbly on her feet, but there is no more scooting along. She is walking, wiggling, and wagging her tail again!
It may be small steps, but to us, it feels like a miracle. Max and I are so proud of our brave little girl. Mitzi is on the mend.
For Immediate Release
The Muttley Crew would like to report that our sweet Mitzi has had another setback with her back injury. Recently, she woke up partially paralyzed again, making this her third round of this difficult journey.
While that sounds scary, and it is, Mitzi has proven before that she is one strong little girl. Each time this has happened, she has worked her way back with rest, medication, care, and a whole lot of love. We are hoping and praying that this third time will bring another recovery.
The good news is that after rest and medication, Mitzi is improving every day. Her vet is optimistic, and thankfully, she is not in pain.
Even better, her feisty disposition is still very much intact.
Mitzi still loves viewing the outdoors from the patio, keeping watch over her yard like the little queen she is. She still enjoys time outside when the weather is cool. She still loves cuddles, attention, and sleeping in “her” bed at night because, of course, it has always been her bed. The rest of us are just allowed to share it.
Max has been the most incredible brother through all of this. He stays close, watches over her, and makes sure her favorite toy, Lamb Chop, is nearby whether she is resting by the patio door or settling in for the night.
There is something tender and beautiful about the way he looks after her. He may be silly, dramatic, and highly suspicious of empty food bowls, but when it comes to Mitzi, Max knows exactly what to do.
One of the sweetest signs of Mitzi’s determination is that she still scoots to the door to greet me when I come home from work. She may be moving differently right now, but her heart, spirit, and love are as strong as ever.
So today’s official Muttley Crew update is this:
Mitzi is resting.
Mitzi is improving.
Mitzi is loved.
Mitzi is still bossy.
And Mitzi is not giving up.
We are taking this one day at a time, with medicine, rest, hope, patio views, cuddles, and Lamb Chop close by.
More updates will come as our brave little girl continues her recovery.
We recently visited Big R, a magical place where the aisles smell like adventure, snacks, and things we are not allowed to chew.
The toy selection was impressive. There were ropes, squeaky things, fluffy things, and several items we believe were placed at nose level specifically for us.
The treat aisle was the true highlight. We conducted a full inspection using approved dachshund methods: sniffing, staring, tail wagging, and attempting to look deeply neglected.
Mom said, “You don’t need another toy.”
We respectfully disagree.
Our only complaint: too many treats were left on the shelves instead of being placed directly into Mom’s cart.
Final rating: Five paws up. Would gladly return with a larger shopping cart and fewer human restrictions.
Sincerely,
Max and Mitzi
Small dogs. Big feelings. Strong opinions.
The Treat Jar Investigation
An official Muttley Crew Report
After careful sniffing, staring, and one dramatic sigh, we have concluded that the treat jar is being unfairly withheld from the public.
Mom has been named a person of interest.
At approximately 9:03 this morning, Mom walked past the treat jar without opening it. This suspicious behavior was witnessed by both Max and Mitzi, who immediately launched an investigation.
Evidence collected includes:
The jar was clearly visible.
The lid was closed.
No treats were distributed.
Mom claimed, “You just had one.”
This statement could not be confirmed by independent dachshund sources.
Max performed a full inspection of the kitchen floor, while Mitzi conducted emotional surveillance from the couch. Both investigators agree that the situation is serious.
The Muttley Crew is now demanding answers, justice, and at least one small snack while the investigation continues.
Breaking news will resume as soon as Mom wanders within treat-jar distance.
Max and Mitzi’s Guide to Human Training
Written by Max and Mitzi, professional dachshunds and household supervisors
Training a human takes patience, persistence, and excellent timing. Humans are sweet creatures, but they are easily distracted by laundry, schoolwork, phones, and other unimportant things.
That is why we have developed a simple four-step training method.
Step One: Stare.
Do not blink. Do not look away. Make direct eye contact until the human begins to feel emotionally responsible.
Step Two: Tilt Head.
This is where the magic begins. One small head tilt can undo years of human decision-making.
Step Three: Look Tragically Underfed.
Even if breakfast was served seven minutes ago, act as though you have not eaten since the pioneer days.
Step Four: Receive Snack.
At this point, the human should give in. If not, repeat steps one through three, adding a small sigh for dramatic effect.
Training may take time, but do not lose hope. With enough patience, any human can be taught to open the treat jar, share the blanket, and understand that one treat broken in half is still only one treat.
Sincerely,
Max and Mitzi
Small dogs. Big feelings. Strong opinions.
Dairy Queen Drive-Thru
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We recently visited a fine dining establishment called Dairy Queen, where the humans speak into a mysterious box and then treats magically appear through a window.
Excellent service. Very promising smells. The line was a little long, but Max kept watch, Mitzi monitored the window, and Mom tried to pretend she was in charge.
The pup cups were small, but delicious. We would like to suggest a larger serving size, perhaps served in a cereal bowl or directly from the machine.
Our only complaint: Mom kept saying, “Ones’s enough,” which is not a phrase we recognize in dachshund culture.
Final rating: Five paws up. Would bark in the drive-thru again.
