i make this blog in hopes people will make a more informed decision on the animals they decide to take home
Monday, 8 August 2011
Dachshund (weiner dog)
look: There are 3 types of this breed Short-haired,wired-haired and long-haired. There eyes are ether a dark red or black-brown. It colors are black, red (from strawberry blond to deep auburn), chocolate , tan or fawn, creme and gray. In the wire-haired variety, creme
temperament: They are curious,clever,lively,affectionate,proud,brave and amusing. They are devoted to there master/masters. Also they can be difficult to train and house break. You MUST be the pack leaded or this dog will start to take over and if let it will develop behavior problems such as guarding furniture, separation anxiety, food, toys or other objects, snapping, biting, and obsessive barking. They will become unpredictable with children and adults they do not know. If it gets really bad, they may become unpredictable with their owners. They are recommended with older children who can display good leader ship.
Height\Weight: Height: 8-11 inches Weight: over 11 pound at the age of 12
Miniature: Height:5-7 inches Weight: 11 pounds or less.
Toy: Height: Up to 12 inches Weight: 8 pounds
Health Problems:spinal problems,Heart disease and diabetes. Another problem is they can become over weight and lazy which would put much strain on the dogs back.
Living Conditions: Good in an apartment. Also active indoors and will do okay with no yard.
Exercise:Need to be walked daily. They love to be played with as well. This breed MUST be taught not to jump because it can hurt there back.
Life Expectancy:12-15years
Litter Size: 2-7 pups
Grooming:daily combing and brushing. Professional trim 2 a year. Regular rubdown with a damp cloth.
Breed:hound
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