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Do Dog Anxiety Vests Work?

Does your dog suffer from anxiety? If so, you might want to consider getting them an anxiety vest. Anxiety vests are designed to calm dogs that are anxious, nervous, or stressed out by providing a sense of security and comfort. Dogs respond well to the pressure on their bodies because it has been shown to…

Do Dachshunds Need Another Dog?

Dachshunds (DAKS-HUND) are one of the most popular canine breeds due to their vibrant and friendly personality. These loyal companions were originally bred in Germany to hunt badgers. Their trademark is the short legs and long bodies that come with a big personality. Miniature dachshunds range from 5-6 inches tall, and their standard counterparts range…

Do Dachshunds Shed?

Yes, Dachshunds do shed. However, they are not heavy shedders and tend to shed hair less than other breeds of dogs. With proper grooming, you should be able avoid constantly cleaning up dachshund-hair dust bunnies around your home. How much a dachshund sheds depends on the type of coat they have. There are three types…
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Top 10 Tips on How to Prepare for a Dachshund Puppy

So, you’ve found your perfect Dachshund puppy, you’ve been patiently watching them grown until they are 8 weeks old. Now the time to welcome them to your home is fast approaching. This article will teach you how to prepare for a dachshund puppy. Bringing a puppy home is so exciting, but it can fast become…

The 4 Most Common Dachshund Health Problems

As with most breeds, Dachshunds have breed specific health issues that all owners and prospecting owners should be aware of. This article will go over the four most common Dachshund health problems; some of which can unfortunately be unavoidable, whilst there are some, with good breeding, can be eliminated from the dachshund population. 1. Intervertebral…