Daschund Dog FAQ

A daschund, literally meaning a badger dog -- a breed developed by German foresters to scent, hunt and kill hole-dwelling animals. In the United States, it is sometimes referred to as wiener dog or sausage dog. The daschund is 5 to 9 inches tall and has an average lifespan of 12 to 14 years.

Explain the physical characteristics of daschunds?

Daschunds are characterized by a long body and short legs. Loose skin, long drooping ear, and a barrel-like chest are the other features of daschunds. They are red, chocolate brown, fawn or black in color. Daschunds exist in standard, miniature and tweenie sizes. They have short haired, smooth haired, long haired or wire haired coats.

What is the difference between standard and miniature daschunds?

A miniature daschund weighs less than 11 lbs, and a standard size daschund weighs between 16 and 35 lbs.

How to train daschunds?

Considerable time, patience, and firmness are required on the part of the owners, as well as dog trainers to train daschunds. It is always advisable to train daschunds when they are puppies. Daschunds training should s be game oriented and food-based. These small dogs love it when you praise them.

Do daschunds require exercise?

Daschunds require a modest amount of exercise. Daschund exercises are generally a moderate walk and games in the yard.

How to groom daschunds?

Shorthaired coats require minimal grooming. But, wire-haired and longhaired coats need regular brushing, trimming and clipping.

Can daschunds be housebroken?

Due to its stubborn nature, it is quite difficult to housebreak a daschund. But properly devised training programs coupled with consistency and persistency can transform a stubborn daschund into a sociable breed. Housebreaking methods include direct method, paper method and crate training.

How are daschunds with children?

Daschunds are generally good with children, if they are properly trained and socialized at an early age, especially when they are puppies.

How are daschunds with other pets?

Daschunds easily get along with pets like cats, provided they are given proper training and instruction when they are puppies.

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