Things you should know before owning a dachshund

Before being a dachshund owner, it’s important to understand the breed properly. Dachshunds have a different physical structure that distinguishes them from other dogs. This unique body shape makes them susceptible to serious back-related issues, such as intervertebral disc diseases (IVDD). This condition can be very dangerous and may even lead to paralysis if not …

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Long haired dachshund grooming styles

Long-haired dachshunds are accessible to many style options from which we can choose the best that appear attractive to our long-haired dachshunds.  Their silky hair makes them suitable for many hairstyles, which are the benefits of having long hair. As we know, long-haired dachshunds are different from other coat types. In this blog, I will …

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Do Dachshunds Get Along With Cats? A Pet Owner’s Guide

Many double pet enthusiasts wonder whether a dachshund can be left with cats or not. Some of them already have a cat in their home, and they want to get a dachshund puppy. They have one question in their mind: Do dachshunds get along with cats or not? As a dachshund owner, we need to …

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Wire haired dachshund grooming styles: You need to try

Wire-haired dachshunds are known as the most distinct dachshund breed among the three types of dachshund breeds because of their unique coat. These unique types of features made them beautiful for many dachshund owners. I know many dachshund owner very loves their wire-haired dachshund; they are also probably confused about which grooming style is suitable …

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Pros and cons of owning a dachshund

Like any dog, owning a dachshund has its own advantages and disadvantages. Owning a dachshund can be an adventurous journey. They can be a best companion for you and are extremely loyal to you. Their long body and short legs give them a unique and cute appearance. In this blog, we will explore the pros …

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Can a dachshund swim?

Dachshunds can swim but they don’t like it naturally, dachshund dosent prefer to swimming for various reason, they were bred to hunting badgers and other burrowing animal, during hunting time they mostly need to stay undergrond, they don’t spend much time in water are which made them a dog who dosent like water, as we …

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Dachshund Dental Care: The Ultimate Guide

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Dachshunds are prone to many dental-related issues, which affect their teeth and gums. Their narrow jaws, diet, and genetics can contribute to a problem if not managed well. When they eat the food, the food piece gets stuck between their teeth. This can build harmful bacteria in their teeth, which can cause inflammation, and cause …

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Why do dachshunds hate rain?

Have you ever wondered why do dachshunds hate rain? Is their aversion random, or is there an instinctual reason behind it? Dachshunds were originally bred to hunt badgers and other burrowing animals. Their long body and short legs may cause discomfort in wet conditions. Additionally, their strong hunting instincts make them sensitive to various smells; …

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Dachshund Coat Types: The Ultimate Guide

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Many dachshund lovers are often confused about which coat type of dachshund they should choose. Dachshund mainly comes in 3 main types of coat smooth haired, long haired, and wire haired. These all coat types have different appearances, some of the dachshund like to choose smooth haired dachshund, and on the other hand, others like …

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Raising a dachshund: What to know about?

After bringing a dachshund puppy home, many dachshund owners aren’t aware of the things that they need to do initially. I was also quite confused when I was in the initial stage of raising a dachshund. If you also have a dachshund, then you also face this issue in the initial stage.  In today’s blog, …

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Facts about dachshund

Origin facts Dachshunds were bred in Germany 600 years ago for hunting badgers and other burrowing animals. Name meaning Dachshund comes from the German word means “dachs” = badger and “hund” = dog, so dachshund = badger dog.  Nicknames Dachshunds have earned many unique, funny, and cute nicknames because of their unique appearance and funny …

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How much exercise does dachshund need?

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Have you ever wondered how much exercise does dachshund need to be healthy? Because dachshunds are inclined to obesity issues. It’s important to provide them enough exercise to keep their weight in a healthy range. If they are not provided enough exercise, they become overweight easily, which can lead to back injuries like IVDD. That’s …

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