Nobody likes their cute little dachshund to cry, but dachshunds do cry when they are separated from their owners. We need the love of our owners at all times, and crying, howling and barking are what happens when our owners leave us. When our owners leave, we suffer from anxiety and a strong urge to be united with them. Also, we need comfort.
You may wonder what the best method is for getting your dachshund to stop crying. Luckily, there are some things you can do.
Cure Separation Anxiety
We dachshunds cry when we want our owner’s attention. We may also be suffering from separation anxiety. As such, it may be difficult to leave your dog at home or with strangers. The best method to prevent your dachshund from crying is to provide him with the comfort that he needs.
In general, a dachshund may react a certain way when you are going to leave the house. If this happens, you should practice by pretending to leave the home. For example, get your purse, your keys and go through all the motions as if you’re going to leave the house. This signals the dog that you are going to leave the house. However, instead of going away, come back and sit on the couch. This action can be repeated on several occasions, but eventually, add in actually leaving the house for some time and then, eventually, for longer periods. This activity will remind your dachshund that you are going to come back even after you have left.
Dogs also respond to love languages. By comforting him with soothing words, your dachshund will know that it is okay. The calm tone of your voice will help him become less alarmed when you are going to leave the house. You should not make a big deal about leaving the house. Simply let your dachshund know that everything is okay. This way, he will realize that even if you leave the house, it is not a big deal and you are going to return soon.
Giving Your Dog A Toy
Another method of comforting your dog when you leave the house is with a favorite toy. Your dog will become excited about seeing the toy and it will help him deal with the pain of separation anxiety. Toys can provide the same comfort to a dog that a good memory can. When his owner is away, a dog can use the toy to help him remember the good memories that he has of playing with his toy and his owner. A toy can be a very good method of distraction and it will make the dog very happy.
You need to be careful with the type of toy that you give your dog. It should not have any small pieces that may break off and pose a choking hazard. A toy should not have with it a possible cause of pain or harm. Such a toy can be particularly dangerous when an owner is away.
We also respond positively when we are left with something that reminds us of our owners. It can be a piece of clothing or a blanket that smells like you. This item can help soothe us when we miss you.
Crying Due To Pain
There is a difference when your dachshund is crying because he is missing his owner and when he is crying because he is in pain. Always pay attention to the way your dachshund reacts when he is playing or moving around. If your dog cries when he is lifted up or when putting pressure on one of his paws, it is not a good sign.
Also, keep a close eye on your dog’s eating habits. If there is a sudden change in his eating habits, you can assess whether the cause is due to pain caused somehow by eating. This situation can be particularly dangerous in case your dog is suffering from pain and immediate steps are not taken to deal with it. The best course of action in such a case is to contact your local vet and ask for their opinion regarding the problem. The vet may decide to examine your dog further or may suggest a change. Meanwhile, you should continue to pay attention to your dog and also notice at what time of the day he generally cries. Keeping an eye on both of these things will help you save your dog from potential unhappiness and may even save his life.
Using The Crying Of Your Dachshund
Even if your dachshund cries a lot, it can be used to your advantage. Dachshunds do not only cry when expressing pain or discomfort, but also when they want to speak to you. You can actually train your dachshund to cry when he needs to go outside. You can start by teaching him which door to use; practice by opening the door for him.
Another thing you can teach him is to cry or bark at strangers instead of your friends. A lot of people are fans of dachshunds because of their amicable nature and protectiveness. A dachshund will bark at a stranger and warn his owner that someone is approaching. This can be very helpful for an owner.
One way you can make your dachshund cry or bark only at strangers and not at family and friends is to invite your friends to the house. You should allow your dachshund to become acquainted with your friends, particularly those friends that have other dogs. Dogs can do better if they recognize a scent. If you invite your friends and relatives to your house, your dachshund probably won’t bark or cry as he will be comfortable around them. Give him some time to smell and play with visitors to your house. You can also take your dachshund to the local dog park, which will help him familiarize himself with other dogs; then he will not cry or bark at those dogs.
Do Dachshunds Smile Or Laugh?
Animal behaviorists have debated this issue, but most of them agree that dogs cannot laugh. At least they cannot laugh in the way that humans do. But dogs make a sound that is similar to laughing. They do this particularly when they are playing. The sound comes from a breathy panting that is exhaled forcefully. A dog will use this sound to invite humans and other dogs to play with him.
