Miniature Dachshund Dog Breed Information, Images, Characteristics, Health

Basic Information - Miniature Dachshund for Sale

Group:

Hound dog

Origin:

Germany

Height Male:

13 - 18 cm5 - 8 inches

Height Female:

13 - 18 cm5 - 8 inches

Weight Male:

3 - 5 kg6 - 12 pounds

Weight Female:

3 - 5 kg6 - 12 pounds

Life Span:

14 - 17 Years

Litter Size:

3 - 5

Size:

Small

Other Names:

Badger Dog, Wiener Dog, Sausage Dog, Mini Sausage

Colors Available:

cream, chocolate etc, black, Red, black and tan

Coat:

Long or short

Shedding:

Moderate

Temperament:

Affectionate, Alert, Cheerful, Curious, Energetic, Friendly, Gentle, Independent, Intelligent, Lively, Loving, Loyal, Outgoing, Playful, Quiet, Responsive, Social, Stubborn, Sweet, Territorial

Grooming:

Low Maintenance

Trainability:

Easy

Hypoallergenic:

Kids Friendly:

Yes

New Owners Friendly:

Yes

History - Miniature Dachshund for Sale

miniature dachshund The Dachshund breed is ancient and was developed in Germany sometime around the 16th century.

It was in 1870 that Dachshunds first came to the United States to be used for hunting. During the 19th century, German hunters wanted smaller dachshunds.

The Dachshund was crossed with toy terriers. The coat comes in three coats – smooth-, long-haired and wire-haired. There is just one size of Miniature Dachshund in the UK and the United States.

Description - Miniature Dachshund for Sale

miniature dachshund puppy - description Coming in a range of colors such as red, black, black and tan, cream, chocolate etc, the coat of the Miniature Dachshund can be long or short. Both male and females stand at between 13 – 18cm and weigh between 3 and 5kg.

These dogs are characterized by the long back and very short legs with floppy ears and a long tail. The face is always bright and alert.

Temperament:

The Miniature Dachshund is a small dog and can happily adapt to life in the city as well as in the countryside. This is because with their exercise needs, they don’t require a huge garden but can in fact, exercise indoors.

They’ve always been bred to hunt and are independent and feisty. They’re also intelligent and will do well with training and socialization.

They are also devoted to their families and are known to bark when strangers come near their family. They’ve got a lot of energy and just love being involved with games or going on a walk. Consider him when going on a walk though as his little legs have to take many more steps as compared to your one step.

They can be stubborn, but are friendly, lovable little pets, they aren’t suited for homes with toddlers unless the children have been taught to be exceedingly gentle and kind with animals, especially small, fragile ones like this. They can so easily get hurt.

Characteristics - Miniature Dachshund for Sale

miniature dachshund dog - characteristics The Miniature Dachshund has lots of qualities which make him such a splendid pet. He is intelligent, brave, bold and loyal with his human family.

He is fun-loving and energetic and thrives on lots of games and walks. He is versatile in nature and also loves to take things easy indoors with his family.

These little dogs form strong bonds with their family and don’t like to be left on their own. When you have one of these as a pet you’re allowing a whole lot of joy into your home.

Health Problems - Miniature Dachshund for Sale

miniature dachshund puppies - health problems Be very careful with the Miniature Dachshund because of their long backs. You don't want to be allowing him to be jumping off chairs etc as their backs are prone to injury. To solve the problem you can buy special stairs and ramps for small dogs.

They can live to be between 12 and 14 years of age when looked after well.

A disease that is fairly common in the Miniature Dachshund is Intervertebral Disc Disease, a condition where the cushioning discs between the vertebrae of the spinal column bulge or burst into the spinal cord space, pressing on the nerves and causing nerve damage and worse, paralysis.

Symptoms of the disease include among others

whimpering or whining in agony
pain in rear legs as well as weakness
unwillingness to jump and reduction in activity levels
hunched back
loss of bladder- and bowel control

Caring The Pet - Miniature Dachshund for Sale

miniature dachshund dogs - caring Dachshunds can put on weight quickly and you want to avoid this at all costs as extra weight can put strain on the back.

If you feed your Mini Dachshund commercially manufactured dog food, choose the best quality ones, high in vitamins and minerals and avoid some of the cheaper ones that use unwholesome fillers, colorants, sugar and lots of salt, all of which can be toxic for your pet.

Of course home-made food is always best, but not any foods either. It is best with any dog to keep their foods simple and consistent so as to avoid stomach problems. Chopped up boiled chicken, brown rice or pasta and some cooked vegetables such as potatoes carrots and spinach will do wonders for him. Make sure that there is a constant supply of fresh, cool water for him.

Grooming:

A good brush of the coat twice a week will do fine for your Miniature Dachshund. Remember to check him over for fleas and ticks when you brush him and to feel for any unusual lumps. Keep the nails trimmed.

Check both eyes and ears for infection. There are ways to keep the inside of long eared dog breeds clean and dry, but if you’re unsure there are always professional groomers who will do the job for you, and clean their teeth at the same time. You can brush your dogs teeth 2 or 3 times a week to avoid plaque build up, gum infection and tooth loss.

Miniature Dachshund Dog Breed Information, Images, Characteristics, Health

Basic Information - Miniature Dachshund for Sale

History - Miniature Dachshund for Sale

Description - Miniature Dachshund for Sale

Temperament:

Characteristics - Miniature Dachshund for Sale

Health Problems - Miniature Dachshund for Sale

Symptoms of the disease include among others

Caring The Pet - Miniature Dachshund for Sale

Grooming:

Comparison with other breeds