So first off, I can only apologise for how quiet we have been however we do have a little bit of an excuse. Most of you will already be aware if you follow me on social media that our worst nightmare came true in January when my brother Alan was struck down by IVDD. This is what all dachshunds dread will happen to them, it’s always lurking in the background and unfortunately our poor Alan has been affected. He ruptured two discs in his back which rendered him paralysed.
He was taken into surgery straight away once we got him to a referral vets, it was very upsetting to see him like that. He spent a week at the vets having lots of cuddles, he’s perfected the puppy dog eyes (I’ve taught him well!) and eating all their chicken. Apart from the pain poor Alan was in, I have to say, I was a little jealous – a week away from our crawling hoo-brother, sleeping the day away & being fed chicken by the nurses – bliss!
When he first came home Mum & Dad had to use a sling to help him walk, something he was not happy about as our Alan likes to be up & about but he’s ditched that now and is walking by himself again.
He rested up lots…
And it wasn’t long before we were eating dinner together again…
He had to have a special penned area so that he didn’t walk around too much but now he’s spending his days with me in our lounge sunbathing in the Spring sunshine. However, I do miss the pen as I used to hide in there with him sometimes to have time-out from our hoo-bro, he wears me out!!
Mum & Dad do physio exercises with Alan everyday, which look very relaxing!
Alan is also doing hydrotherapy to help his recovery, he’s not the biggest fan of water but to be fair to the little guy, he’s doing really well at it! 
I even go along to cheer him on (and for the biscuits afterwards)…
And he’s back out taking a short walk everyday to aid his recovery, perusing the park for babes more like it…
So Alan is doing really well, we were all very worried about him to begin with but he’s getting stronger everyday and is almost back to his old bouncy self, he was even in the mood to celebrate Valentines Day, the old smoothie…
Talking of getting romantic, our hoo-brother Joey was also feeling the love…
He’s really getting into the dachshund spirit…
And can you beleive he is nearly 9 months old already, where has the time gone?!
Best of all, I’ve got him well trained, next up, roast beef…
Dach’s all for now – we hope to be back very soon!
Jeffrey x
March 25, 2018
O dear!!! What a trying and scary time for you all! So very nice to se Alan so well again! I am sure your good support and company has been of trenendous help to him. All the best to you all and it is good to see you have your hu-bro well trained in giving you food too. Me and the doggies wish Alan all the best recovery!
March 25, 2018
Hi,
So glad that your household is getting back to normal after Alan’s awful experience. You should all be very proud of the way you’ve cared for him. You’re quite a team. We only hope that he’s been a good patient!!!!!
It must be a joy to see him get a little bit stronger every day.
Still got our paws crossed.
Finn and Timm
March 26, 2018
Oh My goodness my heart was in my mouth and head in hands when I read this. I hadn’t realised Alan had been so unwell. Everyone sympathises when they have a little sausage or two in their house as they really really steal your heart. How absolutely dreadful. I am still in shock but trying to pick myself up, I realise he has made such good progress with his recovery. Love to you all and yes of course that is you too Jeffrey xx
March 26, 2018
Wondered where you had all been. ? Just thought your new little human had taken over. Take it easy Alan and all the best for a complete recovery. XXX
March 26, 2018
So sorry to hear that Alan has been so poorly and happy yo know he is on the mend.
Lacey is eleven today,taking it easy as usual!
We send our best wishes to you all; love the photos of you all! Xx
March 26, 2018
Good to see things are getting back to normal! Great to see you all on Saturday. Love Mama xx