They say Dachshunds are like potato chips, you can't have just one. These cute, funny, quirky little dogs will snuggle into your heart, and you may want another. Obviously, a person can't really have ALL THE WIENER DOGS, but how many could you realistically own? In this episode, I discuss all of the things you should consider when the urge strikes to rescue another or get another puppy.

For more information about some of the things that I mention, check out these blog posts:

• How Much Does It Cost to Feed a Miniature Dachshund?
• How Much Does Pet Insurance Cost?
• Should I Get a Third Dachshund?

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(Part 2 of 2) Whether you are a first-time Dachshund owner, haven’t owned one in a long time, or are thinking of getting one, you’ll definitely want to know these 25 important facts about Dachshunds. I wish I knew some of the things I know now from the beginning so I am going to share them with you below. Knowledge is power and it makes for a happy healthy life for both you and your Dachshund.

In this episode, I go through the rest of my list, which includes other common health issues in Dachshunds, behavior, and a couple fun quirks the breed.

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I'll be back next week with Part 2 of 25 Dachshund facts every owner should know, but I wanted to share a short episode on how to help your anxious Dachshund cope with houseguests. Entertaining friends and family may bring you joy, but those occasions can be some of the scariest times of the year for your Dachshund. I'll share three of the biggest keys to helping your dog have a good time too.

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(Part 1 of 2) Whether you are a first-time Dachshund owner, haven’t owned one in a long time, or are thinking of getting one, you’ll definitely want to know these 25 important facts about Dachshunds. I wish I knew some of the things I know now from the beginning so I am going to share them with you below. Knowledge is power and it makes for a happy healthy life for both you and your Dachshund.

In this episode, I go through the first 12 things on the list, which includes barking, back injuries, and The difference between a standard and miniature Dachshund. Tune in next week for Part 2.

You can read the list of all 25 things in this article on my blog.

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Crate training your Dachshund simply means training your dog to be comfortable in a crate (or small enclosure). While the crate can be used as a tool to help with potty training or as the place your dog sleeps at night, those are totally separate choices. In this episode, I discuss the 5 crucial reasons that you MUST crate train your Dachshund. You just never know when you might need to use it.

Resources:

• ⁠⁠How to Choose a Small Dog Crate for Your Dachshund⁠
• ⁠How to Crate Train an Adult Dachshund or New Puppy⁠

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Today, I talk with Christy Caplan, vet tech, freelance writer, and author of the blog WagAndCluck.com. Christly helped me a lot when I was navigating life with my first senior Dachshund, Chester. In this raw and real discussion, we define what a senior dog is to us, share how we navigate care when a cascade of things start to go wrong, and share insight into how to know when it's time to let a beloved pet go.

Resources:

• Quality of Life Score worksheet from Lap of Love
• Quality of Life Scale from Central North Animal Hospital
• Love and Loss: Letting Go of My Dog With Dementia article from YouDidWhatWithYourWiener.com

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I was lucky enough to land an interview with THE Dr. Adam Christman - internet celebrity, vet educator, winner of the 2023 Bright Minds Industry Influencer Award, and Dad to 4 Dachshunds. In this episode, we discuss what causes back injuries in Dachshunds, how to keep your senior Dachshund healthy into their senior years, plus more! For more great tips and advice from Dr. Adam, follow him 👉 On Instagram 👉 On TikTok
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Canine Good Citizen (CGC) is a test that "proves" that your Dachshund is well-behaved and resilient when faced with unfamiliar people, dogs, sights, and sounds. Believe it or not, Dachshunds are capable of passing this test!

In this episode, I talk with Chelsea, a long-time follower of our blog about the requirements of the test, how to prepare for it, and some advice about taking it. Her Dachshund River has passed the basic CGC test, the advanced CGC test, and is a certified therapy dog.

You can follow River on Instagram HERE.

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