The Dachshund Puppy Pressed His Nose to the Glass on Christmas Eve
Soft snow is falling outside, and a black and tan Dachshund puppy has parked himself at the window to watch it. His long silky ears hang down, his nose points toward the glass and his dark eyes follow the flakes drifting past the house across the street. A little greenery edges the corner of the room, and the whole scene is hushed and calm, as if the world is waiting for something wonderful.
Dachshunds were bred to follow scents into burrows, so they are curious and determined, with a strong nose and a bit of stubbornness. Their long backs deserve extra care, and many vets suggest keeping them at a healthy weight and avoiding jumping from high furniture, using ramps or steps if needed. When picking up a puppy, support both the chest and hindquarters. Window watching is a good activity for dogs, giving them harmless stimulation, though some puppies bark at passersby, so a bit of training and sometimes a lowered blind can help. Warm bedding near the window makes winter views more comfortable.
The evening is quiet, the snow continues to drift down and the puppy has not moved an inch. Maybe he is hoping for reindeer, or maybe he just likes the silence, and either way it is a lovely way to spend Christmas Eve, with a warm house at his back and a hush over the whole street.
