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5 Important Reasons to Gate Your Small Dog Out of the Kitchen
The kitchen is probably the most dangerous room in your house. It’s full of sharp objects, things your dog shouldn’t eat, hot liquids, etc. Your dog just wants to be part of the action but that can be...
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Does My Small Dog Need to Wear a Jacket in Winter?
Unless your dog is an Arctic breed that is selectively bred to withstand subzero temperatures, they could probably use at least one warm jacket to get them through the winter safely and comfortably....
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Why Does My Dog Bark or Pee On the Floor When I Leave?
I’ve received many emails from Dachshund owners who are frustrated that their dog barks all day, or pees in the house, when they’re gone. Most ask me if I think their pup does it because they are mad –...
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Love and Loss: Letting Go of My Dog With Dementia
I slowly meandered through the woods with Chester and sat on a log. I had things I needed to say to him. Things I wanted him to know. There was no better setting than in the woods a few miles from my...
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The Pros and Cons of Ovary Sparing Spay (OSS) for Your Dachshund
Are trying to decide whether to spay your dog or not? Did you know there is a middle ground called an Ovary Sparing Spay (OSS)? UPDATED: May 10, 2022 I didn’t until 2019 when, for the first time, I...
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Should My Dachshund Wear a Collar or Harness for Walking?
The most essential accessory for your Dachshund is something to attach their leash to while you’re out walking, whether it be a collar or harness. A standard collar is normally the “default” option for...
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Is Running Bad for Dachshunds?
If you’ve found yourself reading this post, you’re probably wondering if you can take your Dachshund running with you. Many people believe that Dachshund’s shouldn’t run and that they are not capable...
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Can Dogs Get Altitude Sickness?
Whether you are moving to Colorado or hiking a to mountain peak over 10,000 feet, you may be wondering if your dog can get altitude sickness. I became curious about this a few years ago when I was...
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How to Make Sure Your Dog Doesn’t Die of Heat Stroke
As dog owners, we like to think we are always being careful and bad things won’t happen to our dogs. I remember the first time Gretel got heatstroke. It was scary. It was a hot day in Seattle so we...
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Can Dogs Go in an Infrared Sauna?
I’m getting an infrared sauna next month and I wondered if my dogs can go in an infrared sauna with me. Yep! I’m that crazy dog lady that wants to share as much of my life, and activities, with my dogs...
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Dachshund Peeing in the House? It Might Be Separation Anxiety
If your Dachshund is peeing in the house, you might think your dog needs more potty training. But do you know that your Dachshund may not be peeing in the house for the reason you think? I’ve seen a...
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Is it Safe to Take My Dachshund to the Dog Park?
One one hand, I like taking my Dachshunds to the dog park. It’s a convenient place to let them run off leash and visit with other dogs. On the other hand, I worry it’s not safe to take my small dogs to...
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Leptospirosis Vaccine Reaction in Dachshunds: Is it Really That Risky?
Leptospirosis (or lepto, for short) may be a risk for some dogs, and that must be weighed against the risks of the vaccine itself. Dachshunds are one of the breeds that can have severe negative...
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9 Reasons Your Dachshund is Peeing in the House
There are several reasons why your Dachshund may be peeing in the house. Some are under their control and some aren’t. Some are under your control and some aren’t. Below, based on my personal and...
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Could My Dachshund Have a Luxating Patella?
A luxating patella is a common condition in dogs but is especially prevalent in small breeds like Dachshunds. It usually becomes noticeable around 4-6 months of age, and it’s often a congenital defect....
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How to Stop Your Dachshund From Backing Out of Their Harness
If you own a Dahcshund, the chances are good that you have experienced this at least once: It’s a frustrating situation at best and a scary one at worst (your Dacshund could run into traffic or run...
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What Should I Do When My Old Dog Starts Peeing in the House?
When my old dog Chester turned 14, he started to slow his age by slowing down and peeing in the house. At about 10 years of age, my old girl Gretel started leak in her sleep. And I am not talking just...
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Valley Fever in Dogs – What You Need to Know
There are many risks that we may encounter when adventuring outdoors, depending on our location. From dangerous algae in the waterways to running into a bear in the woods, outdoor adventurers must be...
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Dog Fights: What To Do When a Big Dog Attacks Your Little Dog
Dog fights are scary. I’ve seen them happen and have experienced the shock and “paralysis” from not knowing what to do. I’ve only experienced close encounters involving my miniature Dachshunds but I’ve...
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Take The 30 Day Happier, Healthier Dachshund Challenge
We all like to think we’re taking the best care of our Dachshunds. I do too. But then I learn something different and find out that I could be doing more. That I could be making my Doxie’s life even...
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13 Important Dog Park Rules to Follow (And Two I Always Break)
If you’ve visited a dog park, you probably noticed that most have the rules posted near the entrance. But not all do and not all dog parks have the same rules. The dog park rules below are true at...
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10 Benefits of Using a Mobile Veterinarian
Pet parents want to give their dogs the best treatment that they can. However, with our busy lives, they are also seeking more freedom and convenience when it comes to caring for their pet. UPDATED:...
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How to Travel with a Dog That Gets Car Sick
If you were to ask me what my picture-perfect vacation would look like, it would involve packing my car with the necessary gear, and hitting the road to hike and camp with my dog. I imagine that there...
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15 Signs Your Dachshund is Stressed Out (and What to Do About It)
It’s important to recognize when your Dachshund is stressed. When your Dachshund is stressed, they may be more likely to run away, training sessions may not be effective, they may be scared, it can...
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21 Common Dachshund Health Issues
Every dog breed has a set of medical conditions they’re prone to. The Dachshund breed is not exempt. There are common Dachshund health issues that every owner should be aware of so they can keep an eye...
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Cushing’s Disease in Dachshunds: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
If your Dachshund’s veterinarian has recently mentioned Cushing’s Disease and you aren’t quite sure what it means, it could be frightening. No one wants to be left confused and wondering about a...
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10 Ways to Help Stop Your Dachshund’s Anxiety
Dachshunds are a breed that is especially prone to nervousness and fear. If yours often shakes, looks nervous, or barks excessively and destroys things when you’re gone, you are probably looking for a...
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Best Pet Insurance for Dachshunds
I frequently get asked what I think the best pet insurance for Dachshunds is. We’ve had pet insurance for over 10 years, and I have used it for three different Dachshunds. I love the fact that I can...
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Dachshund Seizures – What to Do if Yours Has One
Dachshunds are prone to several neurologic disorders, including seizures and epilepsy. Earlier this year, My Dachshund Summit’s breeder messaged me and said that one of Summit’s siblings just has a...
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How Old Should My Puppy Be Before They Hike?
You wanted a hiking buddy with lots of energy and that was always excited to go when you are so you got a puppy. You can’t wait to hit the trails with your new pup and introduce them to a life of...
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