Nicknames
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”)