A brief memoriam to an important companion to this old Vic. Jan 5, 2007 our dachshund, Teddy had to be put to sleep. He was an important part of the family and an intrepid guardian. In truth, he had a fearsome bark, but really wanted every stranger to come in the house and sit on the couch with him. Old age and blindness, coupled with the typical weaknesses of his breed left him unable to negotiate the unique twists and turns (and steps) of a Victorian. He was unflaggingly loyal and in love with my wife. We were thankful for his last years with us and hope that we made up for his earlier life with others.