Mini Dachshund Puppy

Obtaining a Mini Dachshund puppy is a serious responsibility. Like all small dogs, they are not recommended for families with children, as they don’t stand rough play and handling. Though small and fragile, these creatures were developed as hunting dogs and retain the hunting instinct and independent personality of a typical hound. They need early socialization and obedience training to make them reliable and trustworthy family companions.

It’s not wise to buy a Mini Dachshund puppy as a present for a child, because only a responsible person can provide necessary attention to the little creature. Teenagers can be trusted taking care of adult Mini Dachshunds, but socializing, housebreaking, and obedience classes are the responsibility of adult owners. Another reason for not leaving a Dachshund with a child is that these dogs are easily irritated and may bite those who treat them roughly. Most Dachshunds, even Miniature and Toy, need to be in charge. It makes training very difficult, if the owner cannot become a leader. These little creatures tend to dominate and manipulate. Professional obedience training is often needed with a Dachshund puppy.

A Mini Dachshund puppy should not be over exercised, as it can be dangerous for the bones. Don’t allow your puppy to leap or jump up, as it can damage its back. Excessive weight puts an extra strain on the spine of the Dachshund dog. Besides problems with the spine, the Mini Dachshund is susceptible to heart disorders, epilepsy, and allergy. Good breeders do everything possible to eliminate such problems in their puppies, but backyard breeders and puppy mills don’t screen their breeding stock for typical disorders. Buying a Mini Dachshund puppy from a reliable breeder you minimize the chance of obtaining a sickly dog.

A Mini Dachshund reaches the height of around 14 inches (35 cm) at the withers and up to 11 pounds (4.9 kg) in weight. Some registries take into consideration the chest circumference when determining the size variety of the breed. A Mini Dachshund puppy may come in a variety of coat types and colors, but its body structure should be similar to those of the Standard Dachshund.