Nicknames

March 16th, 2006

Perhaps we are just nickname people but I think it’s more likely that dachshunds simply engender nicknames naturally.  Because of their slightly comical appearance and nature there may be a subconcious need to give them their own “special” names to illustrate their importance in our lives.  It’s also possible that a doxie forces their way into your life (without a hint of shame or guilt) until they feel like a truly trusted friend or family member.  Regardless, Mikkey and Abbie have nicknames that they get called as often, or more so, than their given names.

Mikkey

• doodle
• doodle boy
• Mik
• Mikker
• Mikker do
• Mikker the vicar
• Mikster trickster
• and the list goes on

Abbie

• girlie
• the mite (cause she’s so small)
• peapod
• Abbers
• Abber girl
• Abber doodle
• doodle girl
• and her list goes on as well

There is no question that Mikkey has more nicknames and even a few songs made up for him.  His personality is more comical or exaggerated than Abbie’s which lends itself to spontaneous bouts of creativity.  Look for a post on the Mikker do song sometime soon.  (sung to the tune of “Praise ye the Lord”)

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