Learn The Story Of The Dachshund That Cleans The Streets Of New York

More and more pets are becoming famous people on the internet for more or less noble reasons. This is the case of Crusoe, a dachshund who, wearing various costumes, stars in videos and poses for photos that are not indifferent on social networks. For example, during the strong storms of March, which hit New York and surrounding areas, he could be seen riding a small tractor sweeping the snow.

The virtual life of a dachshund

The little animal has become a celebrity. He has almost one million seven hundred and fifty thousand followers on his Facebook account. But he also gets noticed on Instagram, Twitter, Youtube and Vine. And it has a website and a blog written in the first person.

This beautiful specimen of the miniature achshund breed , black and tan, seems to be happy in the role that its owners imposed on it, who are behind all these moves. We will refrain from giving any further opinion in this regard. The truth is that the animal is seen disguised with different costumes made in a homemade way and “living” different situations. For instance:

• Playing hockey.
• Performing a rescue like a Red Cross dog.
• Watching TV and dancing like Ellen DeGeneres.
• Preparing delicacies like a celebrity chef.

But it can also be seen in everyday attitudes, like a “normal” dog, waking up in the morning and receiving a good dose of caresses. That seems to be the best version of Crusoe.

The good deals of the Crusoe owners

Everything seems to indicate that this friendly dachshund is a good deal. And that was noticed by its owners when, in 2010, it won a television contest for the “best trick”, competing with furry dogs of the same breed.

Of course, a book has been published with his “adventures” that became a best seller. And how could it be otherwise, it has an online store where you can buy various objects with its image. For instance:

• Cups
• Kitchen fronts
• Handbags
• Cushions
• Teddies

Crusoe, a sausage with IVDD

Crusoe was born 7 years ago in Montreal and currently resides in Ottawa. Although he could be called quite a traveler and cosmopolitan if we stick to his public image. However, not all seem to be roses in the life of the famous dachshund.

In 2016 the animal had to undergo an urgent operation due to an intervertebral disc disease (IVDD). Surgeons had to remove remnants of his ruptured disc from his spinal cord. Luckily, everything went well and he managed to recover satisfactorily. Although, literally, he had to learn to walk again.

In any case, beyond the fun proposal that it presents on its website, it has a section to inform and raise awareness about the details of this ailment that affects 25 percent of Achshund. But also other breeds are affected, especially those with the longest back of the trunk. For instance:

• Beagle
• Basset hound
• Shih Tzu

In addition, the blog and videos were used to show their rehabilitation process, in order to help dogs that go through similar situations. Congratulations.

Learn details about intervertebral disc disease

IVDD manifests itself when the intervertebral discs calcify and run the risk of exploding under different impacts (jumps, “rough” games, etc.). That is why they run more risks during the most active stage in the life of the furry.

If this calcification compresses the spinal cord, it can cause pain, loss of motor control and, in severe cases, paralysis.

But anyway, preventive measures can be taken. Between them:

• Maintain a strong skeleton in the furry ones
• Prevent sudden movements during games
• Avoid having to climb stairs

• Put ramps to access sofas and beds

Image source: Facebook Crusoe the Celebrity Dachshund