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Hello everyone, Floppy here. As a member of the dachshund community, I feel obligated to tell you about Lafora disease. All dachshunds are vulnerable to this form of hereditary, progressive myoclonic epilepsy. Lafora disease is found in nearly 5% of dogs, affecting my breed in particular. Both male and female dachshunds […]
I am a dachshund dog and I am very different from your average dog. I am easily spotted out and about with my distinctive features. Let me explain to you what they are. As you can see, I am quite petite when compared to most other dogs. I am also […]
I am an adorable, playful, and fun-loving dog, and so are most dachshunds. We love to eat, cuddle, and play. We are also known for our highly energized nature and hot dog-shaped body. However, we tend to get sad and jealous if our owner does not give us proper attention […]
Our breed’s name is hard to spell and pronounce. You might have heard that people call us different names, including Daxie, Dackel, or Teckel. However, we love to be called weiner dogs and sometimes people call us sausage dogs because they think we look like sausages. Our name is of […]
As a dachshund, I am very adorable. It is a compliment that I get everywhere I go. I know people love me and I am quite lovable. If you are planning to get a dachshund, there are a few things that you need to consider and understand so that you […]
I know I am very cute and running around the house is my absolute favorite thing to do. Honestly, I look cute doing it. Running to fetch things is my passion and I want to build my career around it. If you have a lawn at your house and you leave […]
I come in different sizes, colors, and coat lengths. You can choose a dachshund puppy from various mixes. And each of these mixes brings in a unique quality in terms of appearance as well as other attributes. Doxle Doxles come from mixing a dachshund and a beagle. A beagle is […]
I am a small-breed dog that has a long body, short legs, floppy ears and a friendly nature. I am an intelligent dog that was bred for hunting, so I tend to exhibit behaviors associated with that purpose. I have an inclination to bark and dig, though these behaviors could […]
Generally speaking, if you keep your dachshund fit, well exercised, and fed a healthy diet, he will live a long life. According to a Kennel Club health survey, dachshunds live 12 years and 8 months on average. Below is a list of some of the health problems that could affect […]
A dachshund is known by several names. Whether I am known as a wiener dog or a doxie, I have remained extremely popular for many decades. I am spunky, and I have a big dog bark. Dachshund puppies are just as feisty as adult dachshunds. Like all puppies, we are always eagerly looking […]
Preparing your house for the arrival of a new dachshund requires a high level of diligence. If your house is not dachshund proof, I will gnaw on or swallow nearly anything and I can get myself into trouble very easily or even hurt myself. So how are you going to […]
We are very unique and active little dogs. Over the years, I have found my way into the hearts and homes of countless people across the world. Even though I am small and instinctive, I thrive by keeping busy and I will happily take as much exercise as my owner can provide. My breed […]
Dachshunds always have a bold, fun-loving and gregarious nature, which explains their popularity. However, there are many interesting things that ardent fans are not even aware of, so we’re going to discuss some interesting facts. We Are Hunting Dogs When most people think of hunting dogs, they are thinking of […]
Dachshund owners often have to deal with behavioral problems, which can sometimes be frustrating. However, with research and behavioral techniques, it is possible to manage most of these challenges. Veterinarians can also be good sources of support when it comes to behavioral issues with your dog. Common Behavioral Issues With Dachshunds […]
I have been described by the legendary H. L. Mencken as “half a dog high and a dog and a half long,” but my small and drop-eared breed is strong enough to take on a badger. In fact, I have been bred to do so and this is how I got my […]