A back yard barbecue
Hampstead, North Carolina
July, 2009
Scott Prince, his wife, their dachshund Rommel, and friends
A kabob fell on the ground and the dachshund got it.
A great time was had by all - until one of the kebabs landed on the ground. The Princes' 2 1/2-year-old, 15-pound dachshund, Rommel, rushed in and gobbled down a roasted onion.
Big mistake: In no time, the dog was deathly ill. The Princes had to rush Rommel to the Animal Emergency and Trauma Hospital of Wilmington, at 5333 Oleander Drive.
This story ends happily, Rommel made a total recovery. To do so, however, the dog spent several days at the emergency hospital and at Topsail Animal Hospital. Meanwhile, a quick Internet search showed the Princes they were lucky.
After my recent issues with Kody, I realize how careful I have to be about foods. As dachshund owners we have small dogs and have to be very conscious of what foods our dogs have access to and even what products we wash our dishes with. But still, it's hard to be perfect all the time. I'm sure it must have been hard for the family.
Oh, by the way, NEWS IS BACK!
Our Dog Cooper is now in training for the 2010 Wiener Run in Morresville, NC. Any tips from previous competitors?