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Dachshunds come in two sizes. The standard size usually weighs between 16 and 32 pounds. The miniature Dachshund weighs 11 pounds or under. |
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Depending on which Dachshund you have, some will need more grooming than others. The Smooth will be easier to brush and bathe. The Longhaired will need brushing more often, and the Wirehaired may need some trimming that could be done by a professional groomer. |
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Dachshunds are friendly and like to be involved with whatever you're doing. They are clever and brave. |
Like
any small dog, the people in a Dachshund's life must treat him carefully
and gently. Rough play with a puppy or a Miniature Dachshund can be
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Dachshunds
don't need a lot of exercise, but they should not lay around the house all day long. |
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A Dachshund would love a long walk once or twice a day. It's very healthy for him to get out and move his muscles. Even if you have a yard, it's important to go for long walks. Exercise will keep your dog's heart strong so that he lives for a long time. |
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Going to a dog park, the beach, a mall, or to a friend's house is a great way to visit other dogs, and meet new people. This is called socializing and it helps your dog become a good citizen. |
Know Your Breed Since Dachshunds were originally bred to hunt badgers, foxes, weasels, and rabbits, they can be good diggers. Some Dachshunds may have a lot of instinct (they're born with it) to dig holes. So don't be surprised if your new puppy digs up your yard or your mothers's garden! |
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Dachshunds
are lively dogs who enjoy barking. They think it's important to watch
out for strangers and things that look and sound different. A Dachshund
may need extra training so that he doesn't bark too much. |
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Once in a while, Dachshunds can be a little stubborn. They can act like a big dog in a small body. Starting obedience at an early age will help him become a good citizen and help him to have good manners. |
Your
Dachshund may
be a little difficult to housebreak. But
if you are kind, patient, and persistent, your
dog will learn. |
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Because Dachshunds are small, they make great dogs for condos and apartments. They like to live in the city or the country. |
Dachshunds may be small, but they are very long! This is because their spine, or backbone, is very long. Sometimes a Dachshund can develop serious back problems, especially if they are overweight. Help your dog have a healthy back by making sure he doesn't weigh too much. You may have to watch his diet and avoid too many snacks. |
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Remember that you will be making a commitment to take care of your dog for his whole lifetime. Dachshunds have a long life span, longer than a lot of dogs. A Dachshund can easily live to be 15 years and even as old as 17 years or more! That's a good thing! | ![]() |
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"Dachshunds
are ideal dogs for small children, as they are already stretched
and
pulled to such a length that the child cannot do much harm one way or
the other."
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Robert Benchly
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There are many Dachshunds around the country without homes. Have your parents call a Dachshund rescue to adopt a warm, loving Dachshunds just waiting for a home. You'll be doing a good thing. |
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Why
did the cowboy buy a Dachshund? |
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Do you want to know more about Dachshunds? Click on a link below. When you're finished, just close the window and you'll be right back here! |
Watch this 12 year old Miniature Dachshund try agility for the first time! Click here! |
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Click here to teach your Dachshund some tricks.
Click here to train your Dachshund.
Click here to name your Dachshund puppy.
Click here to add your Dachshund's photo to our Gallery!
Here
are some good books about Dachshunds
or visit
our Dachshund Shop.
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