| Originating in Germany, the Dachshund dog breed has | | | | for these dogs to get lots of exercise and fresh air |
| been around for centuries. They were primarily used | | | | by taking them for walks in the park. Several |
| for hunting hares and badgers (in German, the word | | | | Dachshund behavior issues are caused by insufficient |
| "Dachs" means badger). Also referred to as "wiener | | | | exercise. If a Dachshund is kept indoors for several |
| dogs" and "sausage dogs, the name of the dog is | | | | days without being able to work off his surplus |
| spelled both as Dachshund and Daschund. Dachshund | | | | energy, he is likely to act out. |
| is the correct name. | | | | Dachshunds can become overweight without regular |
| Training a Dachshund can be challenging as they are | | | | exercise, which can lead to blood sugar, spine or |
| prone to being highly determined and stubborn. This | | | | heart health problems. Dachshunds are prone to spinal |
| can make them difficult to handle for an | | | | problems, so care should be taken to avoid exercises |
| inexperienced dog owner. | | | | that could cause spinal damage. Children must be told |
| The Dachshund dog breed is curious, entertaining, | | | | that Dachshunds have a weak back and must not be |
| stubborn, and energetic, and they can some times be | | | | treated roughly. |
| mischievous. They require lots of attention. If they | | | | The first step in your Dachshund training is |
| don't get the amount of attention they require, they | | | | housetraining which should begin as soon as you bring |
| will act up. | | | | him home. There are many different ways to house |
| Although they are usually compatible with children and | | | | train a dog, including crate training, on command, and |
| pets, they can be jealous and, if overly indulged, may | | | | paper training. No matter which training method you |
| become bad-tempered and snappy. For this reason, | | | | choose for your Dachshund, you must make sure |
| they are probably better suited to a family with older | | | | that you are understanding and patient with your |
| children. However, Dachshunds can also be very loyal, | | | | dog. There will be accidents and you should not |
| affectionate, and devoted pets that will heap love on | | | | expect him to get it right immediately. |
| their owner. | | | | Once you bring your new puppy home, you should |
| If left alone, many Dachshunds will whine until they | | | | also start obedience training. Dachshund obedience |
| have companionship. Some Dachshunds are prone to | | | | training sessions should be frequent but short - for |
| separation anxiety and may chew objects in the | | | | example, a maximum of fifteen minutes, three to |
| house to relieve stress. Going by their attitude and | | | | four times per day. The optimal time for puppy |
| personality, they appear to be totally oblivious of | | | | training is before meal time. Just like people, dogs |
| their small size. As with many hunting dogs, | | | | don't feel like exerting themselves right after they've |
| Dachshunds are brave and will stand up to bigger | | | | eaten. |
| dogs. | | | | Don't expect your dog to be well-behaved |
| Dachshunds are happy to play inside which makes | | | | immediately. As Dachshunds are so strong-willed, |
| them an ideal dog breed for apartment dwellers or | | | | plenty of patience will be required for their training. |
| for homes with little or no back yard. Even so, they | | | | With love and patience, you will have a playful, fun, |
| are lively, boisterous and playful dogs. It is important | | | | and devoted pet to enjoy for many years to come. |