Judy's Donuts in Newbury Park: Best Stop on Our California Road Trip
Our California dachshund donut trip had one required stop: Judy's Donuts in Newbury Park. I haven't stopped thinking about those glazed donuts since.
The Dachshund
Zoey
Miniature dachshund. Certified nap expert. Relentless treat negotiator. Zoey is the author behind 1Dachshund and has strong opinions about squirrels, car rides, and the correct amount of belly rubs (more).
About Zoey
Zoey is a miniature dachshund with a big personality and an even bigger appetite. She was born with the typical dachshund combination of extreme stubbornness, surprising intelligence, and an absolute refusal to accept that she is not the center of the universe.
She splits her time between napping in the sunniest spot in the house, investigating suspicious sounds from the backyard, and authoring 1Dachshund — where she shares everything she has learned about being a dachshund (and about training the humans she lives with).
When she is not writing, Zoey can usually be found buried under a blanket, demanding a walk, or staring intensely at someone who has food.
Zoey's Favorites
Definitive rankings from the most opinionated dachshund on the internet.
Napping
Best done on the couch, preferably on top of a human. Blanket required.
Treats
All of them. Every single one. More please.
Car Rides
Yes please — head out the window, ears in the wind, destination anywhere.
Belly Rubs
Non-negotiable. She will present her belly and wait for as long as it takes.
Investigating
Every smell tells a story. Zoey is committed to reading all of them.
Squirrel Watch
A full-time job requiring constant vigilance from the window sill.
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Latest from Zoey
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Best Dachshund Names — and How I Got Mine
Looking for the best dachshund names? Here's how Zoey got her name — plus a full alphabetical list of the most popular dachshund names.
Trazodone for Dachshunds: How It Got Me Through the Fourth of July
Trazodone for dachshunds can be a vet-prescribed lifesaver during fireworks, thunderstorms, and other anxiety triggers. Here's how it helped Zoey survive the Fourth.
Partially Paralyzed Dachshund Enjoys His Stroller Walk
Monty the dachshund lost the use of his hind legs, but his mama makes sure he still gets to enjoy the great outdoors — from his very own stroller. Zoey is a huge fan of Monty and knows firsthand how hard the road back from paralysis can be. Watch the video and try not to smile.