Bringing home a new dog is a very rewarding experience. But as is the case with bringing any pet home, there is going to be a period of adjustment. It is important to know that we very much like routine. Consistency from the very beginning is a significant part of […]
Dachshund Care
Easy Steps To Make Your Dachshund Behave
Bringing home a dachshund puppy is super exciting, and at the same time, can feel like you’re bringing home a wild animal. Your new puppy has a lot to learn about the world around him; he also needs to learn how to interact with human beings and other animals as […]
Identifying The Dachshund’s Emotions
Most dachshund owners will agree that their pets have a lot of emotions. Science has confirmed what my owner already knows – dachshunds do feel emotions. However, there is a difference between which emotions we feel and which emotions you think we feel. Love Most dachshund owners love their pets […]
Dachshund Sleep Explained
Dachshund owners, especially new owners, are often concerned about how much sleep their dachshund needs. Either their dog keeps dozing off during the day after a full night’s sleep or he simply yawns when his owner is trying to interact with him. This can be puzzling considering the dachshund’s reputation […]
How To Keep Your Dachshund’s Coat Shiny?
A number of dog breeds come with certain health concerns. While some concerns are minor, some are major. For example, some dachshund owners have to face issues related to their dog’s skin and coat. It is possible that my coat may become thin and dull. Some dogs regularly scratch or […]
How To Prevent Your Dachshund From Diseases?
It is very important to keep us fit and not fat. My owner should adopt a mixed regime of on-and-off leash exercises. As I grow from a puppy to an adult, my owner should also increase the amount of exercise. It is also very important that I am fed a […]
How Long Can I Leave My Dachshund alone?
New dachshund owners often ask how long is too long to leave their dog home alone. First of all, how much isolation I can endure and how much isolation I should endure are two different matters. Generally, it is okay to leave me alone at home, but there is a […]
Games That You Can Play With Your Dachshund
We are an energetic breed of dogs and are up for pretty much any game or challenge. However, we are prone to back problems like IVDD and ruptured disc, etc. and must not engage in activities that require jumping around. You need to find activities that are fun and designed specifically for a dachshund.
Dachshund and The Precautions You Must Take If You Have One
Having a dachshund at home is the most joyous thing. They are one of the cutest dogs that you will come across and having a dachshund at home will multiply your happiness in multiple ways. I am a dachshund, too, and I can tell you that I can ensure joy, […]
Do Dachshunds Understand Emotions?
I am Floppy and I am the cutest thing that mankind has ever seen, I can assure you of that. I am short and cute with stunted limbs that add to my cuteness. I am very friendly and I am generally shy, but depending on who my parents are, I […]
Recognize The Early Signs That Suggest Your Dachshund’s Oncoming Demise
Adopting a dog is a hugely rewarding activity. We are loyal to a fault, immensely loving, and can be your companions for life. Well, for as long as our lives last. It is heartbreaking, but dogs die earlier than humans. Many dog owners live in fear of the inevitable death […]
How To Take Care Of A Dachshund And Protect Them From Illnesses And Diseases
Before adopting a dachshund, you need to know how to care for us in order to ensure our welfare. Dog owners often end up with guilt when their dog gets sick or dies of a physical illness that could have been prevented with the right knowledge. Knowing the breed that […]
Common Reasons Behind Your Adult Dog Peeing In The House
Dachshunds are a loving, free-spirited and energetic dog breed. Dachshund parents often wonder whether our free-spirited nature makes us spiteful after we’ve been left alone or punished. Are soiling the bed sheets and peeing on the floor outcomes of that spitefulness? The answer is no. It’s true that my stubbornness […]
The Breeding Process and The Heat Cycle Of Dachshunds
Dachshunds are a complicated dog breed. We are available in various sizes, colors, coat types, and patterns. Predicting the color and pattern of the to-be-born dachshund pup is based on DNA analysis. There are a few of us who are born disabled due to the lack of expertise of the […]
The Most Important Thing To Know About A Dachshund’s Health
Approximately 25% of dachshunds suffer from Intervertebral Disc Disease or IVDD during their lifetime. That means that one out of four of us is likely to experience back problems. We can also get easily hurt if we fall or get into an accident. Dachshunds have a long back, short legs, […]