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Are you thinking about bringing a mini dachshund into your home? I’m here to tell you what it’s really like – from the joys and challenges to the things I wish I’d known before picking up my pup.
As a first-time dog owner, I was naive about the realities of dog parenthood, and specifically about what it takes to raise one of these adorable, independent little sausage dogs. Even after researching online and reading all the books I could find, I was unprepared . . . and probably a bit too confident.
If you’re on the same journey to possible mini dachshund parenthood, or if you’re already in the thick of puppyhood or adolescence in your home, let me share my practical, honest and reassuring insight to help you through.
Dreaming of a dachshund?
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Frequently Asked Questions.
Dachshund is a German word meaning “badger hound” and is pronounced “dox-hoond”.
Dachshunds have a reputation for being stubborn and difficult to train, and in my experience as a first-time dog parent, this has proven to be true. I recommend you hire a professional trainer and begin training as soon as your puppy settles in.
With their long spines, dachshunds are susceptible to IVDD or intervertebral disc disease. This can occur when the cushioning discs between the vertebrae degenerate, bulge and press on the spinal cord causing pain and, potentially, paralysis. Keeping your dog at a healthy weight and giving them plenty of exercise is important to help prevent this debilitating condition.