I stumbled upon this article while researching about the breed. Mine to love kitty-roca and I have to physically keep them away. Your email address will not be published. One of our favorite casual harnesses is the VelPro Choke-Free Mesh Harness. He started nipping at her fur and at one time get he skin and the puppy yelped. The vet says its due to some dementia. After many vet visits, and a surgery it was discovered his bowels had huge holes in them. Theyll hook ya for sure Most people become Dachshund owners for life. Not only did I have to adjust to the personality and neediness of a dog compared to a cat, I had to deal with a Dachshund! If he walked away and came and sat by me, a flag went up as to what they were after or about. My partner and I have fallen for Dachshunds ever since spending a weekend with a family members dog back in May. I miss him terribly. Even with multiples, they get so excited when I come home even from a 1 hour errand run that their little bodies just cant contain their joy at you walked back in the door. They do tend to chase cats, but have never injured or killed one, and they kill the rats in the barn that are too huge and nasty for the cats. I liked my other dogs, but I fell in love with my doxie. What should I do. We were blessed with having our wonderful Reeses for 13.5 years before she sadly passed away early in Nov 2018. I am sorry for your loss. Its also very likely with a Dachshund that weather could be a factor. They have lots of toys but chew on my wood work, couch corners, even pinecones twigs, they have a hugh back yard they run non stop They fight about who gets my attention even if I play with them at the same time. I see that toy is a category now recognized in Europe. It was half his size! He is the BEST companion anyone could ask for. Mocha is going bald on his back. Consider giving them their own place to burrow and nest when they are not on the couch with you the Snoozer Cozy Cave Pet Bed or theEthical Pets Sleep Zone Cuddle Cave Pet Bed. Two are now deceased due to old age (15 yrs). My short-haired mini (Dennis) conforms to pretty much everything here, though hes not much of a digger. They so much steal your heart. When she is finished with it, she maybe has forgotten or is tired enough to nap so she doesnt freak out that Im gone. My little guy just died at 12. This is what some of our readers had to say about a Dachshunds Velcro nature: They are fiercely loyal to their pack. Im interested in knowing how you potty trained him so quickly?? They are raring to go if I want to (they can hike all day) but, when we are home, I would say they sleep maybe 75% of the day? Physically they are quite different, they stand taller, they have shorted noses, their bodies arent as long and they have big ears and paws but boy do they give you a run for your money!. He even disobeys me when I instruct him in something he wants to do. They are not humans and just learn to accept a leash if we choose.) He also cries like this when a baby baby comes into the house. With the food, she should not mess with his food if he has a problem with that. Ive become partial to Dachshund mixes like a Chiweenie (Chihuahua mix), Dorkie (mixed with Yorkie), or any other breed crossed with Dachshund. How To Resolve Aggressive Behavior Issues: 1. Big voice, big personality. He has no qualms about going out in the rain. Your doxie will love you when he isnt home. Its been almost a year since i lost Tripp to IVDD. Indeed, sometimes the difference between a good and bad dog is a loving home and consistency. Nita, Awww, thats cute. I wondered what you take is on letting dachshunds off their leesh? I have to tell my family and friends not to leave their purses and bags on the floor if it has anything in it that Mocha could eat, candy, mints, gum, etc or he will go for it. Per crate-size recommendations, it was just bit enough for her to stand up and turn around. Your Dachshund may refuse to go outside in the cold and rain to potty and do it in the house when youre not looking instead. I can't tell you I'm gonna eat it. But i dont think thats the case, because as long as he sees someone or something in a distance moving or not moving, he will automatically chase that with his tail wagging. After following through with what the trainer told me to do I went from having a dog that was very stranger agressive to a dog that is no longer dangerous and trusts me to keep us both safe. Once it got found we managed it till he left us. I am a vet tech so mine have all came from clinics with stories attached. CONGRATS.Welcome new doxy owner. He is very gentle and respectful when he plays with the cat, ( and the cat really likes him, much to our utter amazement). The ironic thing is, it deters him from going pee in between when I let him out (doesnt wet the diaper). I think I will always own a dachshund. Standard Dachshunds over 22 lbs are generally considered to be medium size dogs. Sorry for my delayed response. Learn how your comment data is processed. Hi, The smell could be various things like an abscessed tooth or fungus/bacteria. In addition if one friend disappears from the environment to take a walk or something else shes like dying until hes back, like a sheepdog who lost a sheep. He was my first dog and simply the best dog ever. Shes 9 (weve had her 4) and I hope she lives many more healthy, happy years. My thoughts are with you. IVDD is a genetic disease that is most likely to afflict Dachshunds. He looks in all to be healthy puppy, is very energetic, happy to be handeled and is very cheeky ( pulling on our clothes with sharp teeth) and is willing to engage. I can tell from reading all the many stories that my Ms. Gracie Mae needs a playmate. Fantastic Dachshund Dog Memes Dachshund Dog Memes Recommended Products They will certainly steal anything and everything they can get their little mouths on. If shes not chasing or stalking, her nose is always to the ground. Hi Penny m y name is Robin, I have a 7 year old long haired Dashund I have been taking care of her owners, one passed in August and husband in hospital couple days ago. His nature tells me that he desperately loves to walk in my courtyard, which is shared with two of my neighbours. I have a dachshund/yorkie mix who stole my heart when she was 8 months old. And my girl Mini Doxie, Latte, she is a different story. We have had beagles, a loving corgi and a cairn terrier. I think he either got into rat poison or ate a dead rodent full of it on his little trek out. Yes, good advice. Dachshunds were bred to hunt badgers and rabbits so Im not surprised They generally have a VERY high prey drive. Or a dog called a sniffer for that matter. But they are bred to be hunters, remember? Hi If you think that is the reason. As I get older he has learned to tell me its time for them to eat, if i forget to feed them. Ive been privileged to have bee able to be Mom to ten beautiful girls so far. 7 hard to potty train. she also seems to whine and cry when we leave. We adopted our beloved Newman (standard) 10 years ago when he was 1. She thinks they are so adorable, but being so small it would be hard to have them in the yard and stuff as they could get out so easily. Orphanage name: Dneprodzerzhinsk City Baby Orphanage. There are almost always warning signs that go ignored before a bite occurs. On days that they get a walk (30 40 minutes), they sleep more of the day. Who would of ever thought that eleven years later, me, who never wanted a dog has ownership of both dogs because my grandson grew up and moved out and my husband a I got a divorce leaving me with the dogs. Genetically, they are the same (besides whatever gene determines whether they stay small or grow larger, color, pattern, etc). His name is weenie, Im glad weenie has found a loving home with you. I know, personally, I could never live with myself if my Dachshund got lost or killed just because of my desire to have them off leash (despite what some would argue, I really dont think a dog cares that much. forms: { We are working on that. Keep in mind that anyone can view public collectionsthey may also appear in recommendations and other places. She sounds like she is choking after drinking water. They are unique. She was fostering 3 mixed breed dogs. Youll have to work totrain a Dachshund to stop barkingand keep it under control in most cases. Could you please clarify who you were asking about a group and which group you are referring to? I believe, and have heard the same from several Dachshund owners, that its not very hard to potty train a Dachshund if you are dedicated and consistent. !.I get a little throaty growl when its time ( according my dachsie Dustys schedule!!) We knew that she had picked us out to be her family member for life! I could give you many examples unless my eyes were not being closed by my needs to sleep right now. As a longtime and devoted Doxie Mom, I can tell you that the growling, howling, barking, and excitment from your dachshund when you come home from work is normal for my dachshunds. I love the breed and am looking to add another to our family . T-Bone was a short haired, red puppy. It would be a dream at my house if Chester and Gretel actually let people get in the door before they went nuts on them and demanded attention. My boy Pablo is more like a cat. I have found that when a dog is getting possessive with someone, it is that persons behavior that allows it. If so, how do you deal with it? 377 c. [19202020 . I Wuv my Weenie! Youre in for a wonderful time with your doxy. Its up to you to have the willpower to say no when theyve had enough treats and provide the proper quantity of food. Even though she is a mix, Id guess at least 75% Doxie, she matches every item on your list except for No. Kitzel is pregnant, and the father is a Yorkie, cause Im absolutely mad about Dorkies. Obsesses on toys and Ive lost count of the ones he has killed and un-stuffed. Jessica, thank you for the information. Luckily where I live, we have mobile vets that are less costly than stand alone vet clinics and this helps tremendously with the charges. My father says my dog sounds like she is possessed. Dachshunds respond more to love and need a reason to perform. And a great judge of character of people. They are bred to follow their nose and instincts can kick in no matter how much they have been trained. Some are easier to negotiate with than others (Chester always tries to stick with his way while Gretel is more eager to please) but it is indeed always a negotiation Thanks for reading my blog. He would kiss with long strokes on my cheek n sometimes would stop mid stroke, tounge still stuck to my cheek n just ponder the moment, doxies are always thinking. Once the pup uses the pad consistently, take the used, but not with b.m. Once the breed gets into your heart, theyre hard to get out . I have a 12yo standard who is also an Odie! I cant imagine life without her and I cant imagine loving another Dachshund, or any dog for that matter, more. One cant always tell a double dapple by looking at them. A well exercised Doxie is less likely to bark incessantly and chew things in the house that they shouldnt. I definitely think is a great fun fact for folks in the US and other countries to know how to pronounce the breed in German and to also know that its most commonly called Dackel in Germany. I would suggest that anyone thinking about getting a dachshund or is involved with dachshunds educate themselves NOW about IVDD & the available treatment options. Krivoy Rog City Orphanage. Kind of creepy, really. I want to mention that I got him when he was 7 weeks and 1/2 old and hes been sleeping in the pen, in my bedroom, next to the bed since then so we had the crying issues (that are gone), separation issues (are gone) now its the chewing on EVERYTHING part that its getting worse instead of getting better . Miss him so much and so did Mr Kipps my older dog so good to read your news Joy. Very informative, and I can confirm almost all of what you said. My daughters is a mini and ours is a small standard, 18 lbs. Also the breeders insisted we meet at a location other than their property, considering their property was a matter of a few hours extra along that seemed helpful at the time. He does like to sleep in the bed and does growl when he wants something. But they are not stubborn as a matter of fact they both behave very nicely and do not bark at the door bell ringing or people coming in. I have some questions for you about your experience with dachshund puppies! day or night. Ive done this with many dogs and it does certainly help. It can vary but I believe, also, that they do not demand the payment be cash only. She is tiny and dainty and is turning gray. I firmly told buddy not to hurt the puppy and to be nice. Shes probably just over-excited. My dog Duke recently has growled at me Im had him about 7 months now and hes never done that before what to do. There was a problem subscribing you to this newsletter. Sandra (& Dolly). We've sent you an email to confirm your subscription. After about a month I contacted my friend that bred Doxies. He hated it, but it seemed to make him more aware of what he was doing and motivated him to go out. They love to snuggle with you on the couch, sleep with you in bed, and follow you around the house (including into the bathroom). . Thank you. I agree that it is difficult to house train a dachshund. I'm hangry #moonpiestarbox. Sorry lost sight of the post it would be a good thing for you to find another one to love it did wonders for my husband I know you will never forgive yourself for what had to be done and he still hasnt to this day but he knows hes in a better place and we talk about him often and it seems to help, Im so sorry for your loss. Love everthing you have done at this site. Anyway, good luck with your new pup when you get it. Then Im home all evening with her. Reeses was the perfect little Doxie to us and she gave us so much joy and happiness to the end. I would, however, suggest you at least consider adoption. ?and as all owners know just leaving the room for 30 seconds and receiving the same welcome as if you were gone for 3 hours is fab!!! If they were getting walked 4-5 times a day, Im pretty sure they would never wake up When we spend all day hiking, they barely move for the next day or so. I am not for sure of his age. Dachshunds are genetically prone to a condition called Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD). I cant say that for my first two boys. You can consider a Dachshund mix. So has my friends dog. Dogs that age often start to lose one or the other and that can make them fearful and anxious. I am really concerned about all the little lumps on his body. Would love to hear feed back on dachshunds in the country and off leash but supervised. Maybe a little . Hold onto that leash when near small animals and know that random wildlife in your back yard may meet an early demise. He is everything you said he is..loyal to a fault (if you are in his circle), courageous, funny, and everything that belongs to him is his and everything that belongs to us is his, too. Prior to having Daisy I didnt know that mini doxies could produce standard pups. They are what we called failed fosters, thats right, after having them for several months I knew there was no way I could give these two up. Not just specific items, but he can balance nearly anything on his head including dog toys, donuts, and even a tower of cards! She was the first dog that was ever truly mine & I loved her so very much. I dont have dachshunds, per se, although Kitzel LOOKS like a purebred doxie. They have a diva mentality; they are really competitive and actually easier to train with other dogs. I assume its different than during the first few hours? Hello everyone..I just adopted my first dashound ever..hes a mini. Yes, its like having a toddler all over again! Thats an interesting but heartbreaking story. It is so loud !! good hiking companion. Great breeder, dogs were outside(cept for mammas n babies)but pens were huge with igloo houses and trees and a small fenced feild to let them out and play. If you already own a Dachshund, you should learn all you can about them and learn to work with them instead of against them. With the Doxie determination, thats a lot! Now he walks the little ones and I trained and walk Molly. We actually just got the contact info for a new trainer the other day. I just need some good advise please. Stretch, the wonder weenie is now 11 years old. Understand that he is willing to treat you like an equal. Jack thinks that he is a big dog as he was raised with big dogs. I needed this information so desperately. I was going to purchase another type of puppy, but when I walked by him, he literally stole my heart. Harlso is an adorable Dachshund that has become a social media star thanks to his unusual talent. 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