For such small dogs, Dachshunds are notoriously feisty when it’s time to get their nails cut. Despite their reticence to the process, keeping your doxie’s nails trimmed to the right length is very important. When your pup’s nails are left to grow too long it can lead to joint problems and cause pain. It can …
Dachshunds are beautiful, bouncy little bundles. But constantly running so close to the ground does come with its disadvantages. Namely, dirt. If you’ve had your doxie a few months and you’re likely wondering if you need to be bathing them. Likewise, if their coats are starting to look grubby or oily, or if they’re starting …
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The humble Dachshund. The sausage dog. A nugget of joy, who occasionally bites. But how hard can a Dachshund bite? And how do you stop them doing it?
Are you a proud parent to your Dachshund and obsessed with its energy while you explore its traits? What are the best temperatures for a Dachshund? Well, let me tell you one thing; every Dachshund mommy thinks of that at some point while raising her pooch. We have gone over this topic at length to …
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Dachshunds, those ‘wiener dogs’ that we love so much, have quite a distinctive look already. Low, and stretched out, it’s impossible to mistake them for any other breed. That said, there are quite a few varieties of Dachshunds out there, as it turns out that mixing them with various other breeds has some interesting –and …
The idea of a dachshund as a service dog may sound strange to you. They aren’t what most of us picture when we hear the term, and they may seem an unlikely option overall. However, you might still be wondering whether it’s possible to train a dachshund as a service dog. Yes, dachshunds can be …
If you’re a keen walker, you’ll have a lot of fun with a four-legged friend alongside, but you might be looking at your dachshund and wondering whether it really needs the leash. Do dachshunds manage to walk safely by their owners, or do you need to use a leash to make sure your dog stays …
Generally, Dachshunds, also widely known as weiner dogs, sausage dogs, or doxies, are not good with chickens. These dogs were originally bred to hunt small animals, such as badgers and rabbits. This means that they are not ideal to keep around chickens, as there is a risk these hunting instincts could still be present. However, …
If you are thinking about getting (or have already got) a dachshund, you’re likely to be interested in anything to do with its health and wellness. You may have heard of Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) and started wondering what that is and how it might affect your dog – as well as what you may …
A Dapple Dachshund costs anywhere from $700 to $1,500 as they tend to be more expensive than the average Dachshund. Since they are a rarer breed, you can expect them to be on the more expensive end and more challenging to find, which can also drive up pricing. What Makes A Dachshund A Dapple? A …