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In a news story written by Allan Hall a 7lb Dachshund called Birk saved his owner's life when a 1,000lb bear attacked during a hunting trip. My favourite quote in the article is from the dogs owner: "...Birk came bounding out of the forest like a rat on crack..." |
Thursday 28th December 2000 |
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| A Dachshund from an animal shelter was recruited by police to help a suicidal homeless woman. The woman had locked herself in a toilet cubicle with a knife and the dog - Purzel was the right shape to get underneath the door when their efforts failed. Quote: "...Purzel has been awarded the Order of the Thuringian Service Bone by officials in the German state of Thuringia ..." | |
Friday 19th May 2000 |
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| A burglar got more than he bargained when he broke into a house and was confronted not only by a Dachshund puppy, but a pot bellied pig and two children. Needless to say he made a sharp exit. Quote: "...Who would have thought a puppy and a pig would make a crime-busting duo..." | |
