Dachshund Exercise Needs Explained
When I first brought a dachshund home, I expected a lap dog. By day three he was trotting from room to room behind me, nose down, looking for work to do. That is the part people miss. These dogs were…
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Best Beds for Dachshunds
A dachshund spends roughly half his life asleep, and most of the other half looking for somewhere to get horizontal. Where he sleeps is not a small decision for a dog built around one very long spine. I am Umar,…
Are Dachshunds Hypoallergenic? Allergy Facts to Know
If you sneeze your way through every visit to a dog owning friend, this question matters more than most. So here is the honest answer first: no, dachshunds are not hypoallergenic, and neither is any other breed, whatever an advert…
Double Dapple Dachshund: Genetics, Appearance & Health Risks
I am Umar, and the double dapples I have met were never sad little dogs waiting for pity. They were busy, nosy dachshunds who happened to read the world with less sight, less hearing, or a bit of both. That…
Pug Dachshund Mix Guide for New Owners
Cross a pug who lives to make you laugh with a dachshund who thinks he runs the house, and you get the Daug. Owners tell me the same thing every time, the personality is far bigger than the dog. Like…
Piebald vs Dapple Dachshund: What’s the Difference?
I get asked about piebald vs dapple dachshunds more than almost any other coat question. The two patterns look confusing at first glance, especially when a puppy has a lot of white on it. Once you know what made the…
Do Dachshunds Shed? A Complete Guide to Their Coat
Do dachshunds shed? It is one of the first questions people ask me before bringing one home, so I will give you the honest answer straight away. Yes, they shed, though usually less than new owners fear. How much hair…
Wire-Haired Dachshund: A Complete Care Guide
The first time I ran my hand over a wire-haired dachshund, I understood why owners describe the coat before anything else. It does not feel like petting a smooth dog at all. It feels like brushing your palm across a…
How Long Do Dachshunds Live? Lifespan and Care Guide
People ask me this question before almost anything else about the breed. How long will a dachshund actually be with us? The honest answer is a hopeful one, because this is a long lived breed by dog standards. I should…
Best Dog Food for Mini Dachshunds: Complete Feeding Guide
Feeding a mini dachshund sounds simple until you are standing in the pet food aisle, reading ten bags that all promise to be the best. I have been through that aisle many times, and I have learned that the food…
