Alayne took this series of photos this morning of little Daisy climbing into a chair in the living room. Daisy is one of our Dachshunds with neurological problems ... she walks with an odd gait, kind of rocking back and forth on her hindquarters, and she makes a clump-clump-clump sound with her tiny feet as she goes. But she's also a bossy little thing, and believes everything is within her grasp ... including that chair. The first photo above was her initial attempt; she didn't quite clear it so she regrouped for try No. 2, which Alayne captured in these subsequent shots. (Notice in that photo who's in the other chair. Yes, that's Widget alright.)
So here she is preparing for the second attempt:
And now she's launched:
She just barely makes it over the goal line:
She's pulling her hindquarters onto the chair:
And finally, success!
Awww, she looks so proud of herself!
Just goes to show that a little determination goes a long way.
Posted by: Rebecca M. | February 14, 2008 at 01:56 PM
Daisy is such a sweetheart. She looks so proud of herself in the last picture.
So what does Widget think about a beagle winning Best in Show at Westminster for the first time? She always knew she was the top dog and this just proves it!
Posted by: Mary | February 14, 2008 at 10:47 AM
Doxies Rock!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: Kelli | February 14, 2008 at 05:22 AM
Such heartbreak with the news of losing your sweet old boy Dillon and then today the silly antics of those "pushy girls". I hope Dillon is smiling down from doggy heaven as he watches their mini-drama of "On and Off the Chairs - to be continued". God bless you Alayne and Steve for being so strong.
Posted by: Regis Dalton | February 13, 2008 at 05:56 PM
That's a great sequence of shots to get the full effect of the effort Daisy had to make to get into that chair. It's so cute in the last shot how she's looking right into the camera, as if she'd been there all along. It's nice to be all cozy.
Big hugs to all,
ginger, Tobias & Tlingit
Posted by: ginger & Tobias (the greythound) | February 13, 2008 at 04:07 PM
And she is so proud of herself.. look at her eyes.. the eyes say it all!!
Posted by: Debbie | February 13, 2008 at 02:28 PM
Yayaya Daisy!
Posted by: Vicki | February 13, 2008 at 11:57 AM
Way to go, Daisy! Never say die, up man and try!! You are really a cutie. You look so happy in that chair. It was worth the struggle. Thanks to Alayne for such great pictures. You two must carry a camera with you for all occassions. I never have one ready when I need it. Have a good day!
Posted by: Sonya Brooks | February 13, 2008 at 10:35 AM
Steve, your captions made me laugh even more at Daisy's attempt to hop in the chair!
I love the last photo of her...darling!!
Posted by: Boundforglory | February 13, 2008 at 09:18 AM
Good going, Daisy. She looks very satisfied, and comfortable. As does Widget in the background. But it does raise the question: Where do you and Alayne sit? On the floor? (Imagine a smiley face inserted here)
Posted by: Helen Rietz | February 13, 2008 at 09:07 AM
Never underestimate a doxie's determination!
Sorry I didn't send my condolences on your loss of Dillon...in truth, I couldn't gain my composure enough to think of anything to say....so many losses in such a short space of time...I don't know how you manage..my prayers to you and Godspeed to dear Dillon.
Posted by: Debbie | February 13, 2008 at 08:52 AM
What a sweet look she has after reaching her goal. It looks like a nice warm place for a nap. Is that "Lonesome Dove" I see in your video cabinet? Dern good choice for a western.
How is Trooper doing?
Mary
Posted by: Mary Ware | February 13, 2008 at 08:36 AM
can I be one of the first to clap my hands for Daisy ((((clap))))) and say "Well done" :-)
Posted by: amuela | February 13, 2008 at 07:45 AM
and the Gold Medal goes to.....DAISY!
Posted by: Shirley & James, Portland, OR | February 13, 2008 at 12:38 AM
Go Daisy! Go!
Nice job of catching Daisy in action :- ) Can't help but smile at her success.
Posted by: Karen | February 12, 2008 at 11:13 PM