Do You Really Want To Own A Dachshund?
So you have decided you want to own a dachshund. Owning a dog can either be the beginning of years of happiness or the beginning of overwhelming responsibility for which you may not be prepared.
Dog Ownership = Responsibility
First, ask yourself some serious questions to determine if you are ready to become a dog owner. Answer the following honestly to ensure you and your dog the future you both deserve.
- Do I really want a dog?
- Can I afford to keep a dog?
- Do I have time to spend training, grooming, and exercising a dog?
- Will a dog fit into my lifestyle and my home?
What are Dachshunds like?
Dachshunds are loyal, loving, and intelligent. They are fun and love to play with you as much as they love to curl up with you on the couch. They are happiest in your bed, under your blankets.
Dachshunds are a wonderful breed, but they aren’t for everyone. They are stubborn little guys who like to get their own way. They can be hard to house-train because they would much rather pee on the rug in the warm, dry house than go outside in the rain. They seem to weigh the consequences all the time, and pleasing you might not be as important to them as their own comfort. Dachshunds can be trained, but it takes time and patience as well as several bags of tasty treats.
Originally bred to hunt badgers, they are shaped as they are to fit down badger burrows. Strong legs and big paws help with digging. Short legs ensure that the first thing a badger meets is their teeth, not their toes. They are smart, independent thinkers without fear.
