Dear Diary,
It rained. Heavily. Perfect conditions for what I call Paw-Spa Day. I rolled, splashed, and painted the yard in glorious brown art. Dad gasped when he saw me—a true masterpiece. Louie barked encouragement; Alfie joined halfway through. The bath that followed was… less spiritual.
Lesson: Dachshunds love sensory play. Mud, grass, sand—it’s all adventure. Provide clean enrichment alternatives: digging boxes, sandpits, or sniffy garden time. Dirty fun keeps minds active, but a warm rinse after keeps skin healthy and your floor clean. Balance chaos with care.
