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Advantages of Owning a Dachshund

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Advantages of Owning a DachshundBy Darren Gibson

If you are considering getting a dog for yourself or your family you should consider owning a dachshund, which is one of the smaller dog breeds. Small dogs have become more fashionable in the public view lately, probably due to the fact that there have been quite a few celebrity appearances with smaller dogs. There are many advantages to having a small dog. Some of these include portability, ability to keep at home, fear of larger dogs, bonding, and maintenance.

Dachshunds can be taken pretty much anywhere. They are small enough to fit safely inside a special bag or large tote bag that is designed especially for small breeds of dogs. These can be found at your local pet store or over the Internet. Also, there are more and more restaurants and retail stores that are starting to let you take your small dog inside. This is definitely an advantage of owning a small dog.

Dachshunds are good pets because they do not take up much living space, making them perfect for apartment living. Many apartments only allow small dogs. Food costs are lower too, because dachshunds require less food than larger dogs do. The larger your dog, the more food you have to feed it (and the more comes out the other end!). This will save you money on your dog food bills. It could also save you money if you have to have your dog housed in a kennel or, if you have chosen one of the long haired types, to have them groomed. This also normally costs more, the larger the breed of dog. You may want to find out what any price differences might be from your local boarding kennel and groomer.

Providing you take time and care picking the right dog, dachshunds tend to be less threatening to young children and other pets that you may already have in the house. This is only true if your dachshund is properly socialized. Smaller dogs are less scary than larger dogsare when it comes to cats. Some small dogs can become aggressive; so do buy your dog from a reputable breeder where you can assess both parents for aggressive tendencies - especially if you have small children.

Animals tend to form closer bonds with the people that take care of them. These people become their people. This is possibly due to the size of the breed of the dachshund and the fact that you can take your dog almost anywhere with you. Smaller dogs seem less intimidating to people. This allows the owners to coddle and pamper them, and because of this bond they may be more protective than you would think.

One of the biggest advantages of owning a dachshund is that they are low maintenance. They do not need much exercise. Smaller dogs tend to shed less than the larger breed dogs. This results in fewer messes for you to clean up. You should still comb and groom your pet to insure that they are properly taken care of.

There is a lot of information available on the dachshund breed, however with a small bit of knowledge on the breed and enough room in your heart and home for loving an animal, you should find the dachshund to be a great pet for your family.

Darren has owned, bred and trained dogs for over 20 years. If you want help with your dog training problems, feel free to drop by his Dog Training Questions blog or check out the resources listed at Gone to The Dogs Dog Owner Resources.

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Dachshund - Dog Breeds

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Dachshund - Dog BreedsBy John M Williams

Group: Hounds

Weight: 11-32 lbs

Height: 5-9 inches

Overview

The Dachshund is originally from Germany, and has been developed there hundreds of years ago. They were initially bred to hunt Badgers, for this reason the name Dachshund as "Dachs" is the German word for Badger. The long body and the short legs were bred into this dog so that they could dig the prey out and go inside their burrows. This way they were forced to leave their dens. The Miniature Dachshund variety or diversity was bred to chase hare and stoat. This breed is also notorious for hunting foxes and otters next to the badger.

Temperament

Dachshunds love to play - they can however be stubborn. They are full of energy and can at times also be very envious and short-tempered. These dogs do not get along well with small children, however better with older children that is more considerate. Although the Dachshund has a tendency to become jealous, they can however get along with other toy breeds.

Care

The Dachshunds with longhair requires to be brushed on a daily basis for them to be free from mats and tangles. The short haired versions of these dogs will need a weekly brushing, and the wire haired varieties should be trimmed at least twice during the year. The Dachshund is an average shedding dog, and hair shedding can be kept to a minimum by wiping them down with a damp towel.

Training

The Dachshund needspositive and consistent training. Once these dogs are trained, they make wonderful companion dogs that are very devoted. They should understand from very early on that you dominate, as they have a tendency to be very obstinate and opposed to training. Dachshunds need socialization at an early age otherwise they will be wary of strangers and full of fear. This breed should also be taught early on about improper barking and also not to jump as this can cause them to have spine problems later on. It is advisable to leave these dogs in their crates when you leave the home as they can become destructive when bored or left alone for too long.

Health problems

Dachshunds are likely to suffer from spinal disc problems. This is due to their very long spinal columns and short rib cages. Dachshunds with this problem can become totally paralyzed. This breed is also prone to heart disease, urinary tract problems and diabetes. Seeing that these dogs become inactive when they age, they might also have problems with obesity. This will in return put additional stress on their backs.

Visit the following links for more info on the Dachshund or a full list of Dog Breeds.

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Toy Dogs and Small Breeds - Why Sometimes Smaller is Better

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Toy Dogs and Small Breeds - Why Sometimes Smaller is BetterBy

Mark Angelo Encarnacion

Is there anything cuter than keeping a small dog at home? Small dogs that can be carried around in your arms, can be sat on your lap, and are kept mainly for the purpose of companionship, are unsurprisingly called lapdogs. But not all breeds of small dogs were bred for pure human companionship. Terriers for example have a lot of energy because they were bred for hunting and tracking down game deep underground. In fact a lot of them retain a lot of the instincts that made them effective for hundreds of years at what they do. So if you don't have the energy to match them, perhaps other more laid back breeds are better suited for you!

Owning a small dog breed has many advantages. For one they're some of the cutest and most adorable dogs around! Who can resist those cute puppy dog eyes especially and particulary if they come from something that's so tiny and vulnerable? Most of these dogs like the Shih Tzu and the Maltese have faces that are absolutely lovable. Plus the size of these dogs makes them amazing with children, even some of the youngest. With smaller dog breeds you don't have much of a problem when it comes to the fear of their knocking small children over or accidentallyhurting or suffocating them because of their bulk. With smaller dogs, the fun just goes on and on!

Another advantage is that they don't take up a lot of space in your house. A lot of small dogs also don't have the same exercise requirements as their larger, sportier counterparts. So even people in the most cramped apartments can own loyal and loving pets if the building's owners allow it. Plus though small dogs shed, it's hardly as troublesome as the shedding of most larger breeds, so they're much easier to maintain in that way. And a lot of them actually like the idea of being dressed up as pretty as possible. More fun for you!

If you'd like more information and details and ideas on how to care for a small dog breed just visit: http://cuteandcuddlysmalldog.com/Small+Dogs+Make+Ideal+Pets.12933.htm - Bring home a bundle of joy today!