Dachshund: Alone time at home

For Dachshund at home, change the environment and departure routine before asking the dog to cope with more time alone. Schedule the first attempt after the dog's normal age-appropriate outlet, not at peak excitement. Use gates, safe resting areas, enrichment, and predictable departures while recording the dog's response. Use the camera or a written log to choose the next small change instead of estimating from the clock alone.

What to change at home first

Dachshund's exercise is recorded as Many owners think that because they are so small, Dachshunds don't require more exercise than just running around the house. Here, that matters because it changes the amount and timing of movement, stimulation, and recovery this situation needs.

Make the home routine predictable

  1. Use gates, safe resting areas, enrichment, and predictable departures while recording the dog's response.
  2. Use this exercise note (Many owners think that because they are so small, Dachshunds don't require more exercise than just running around the house) to choose the starting amount of movement and the length of the recovery period.
  3. Use the camera or a written log to choose the next small change instead of estimating from the clock alone.

Do not leave the dog to panic

Do not increase time alone through panic, destruction, escape attempts, or prolonged vocalisation.

References

Height: 8-9 inches (standard), 5-6 inches (miniature)
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Weight: 16-32 pounds (standard), 11 pounds & under (miniature)
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Life expectancy: 12-16 years
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Grooming: Dachshunds are moderate shedders, relatively clean, and have little or no body odor. The breed's grooming needs vary with the three coat types. Smooth-coated Dachshunds are somewhat 'wash and wear,' needing little beyond a wipe with a towel or hound glove to look dapper. Longhaired Dachshunds may require more frequent brushing, depending on the thickness of…
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Exercise: Many owners think that because they are so small, Dachshunds don't require more exercise than just running around the house. However, they do need regular exercise not only to stay fit, but also to build strong muscles to support and protect their back. Two walks every day of moderate length should be sufficient. To avoid injury, never allow your Dachshund…
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Training: Dachshunds are very intelligent but are also independent and often stubborn, so they can be a challenge to train. They love to give and receive affection and do best with positive, reward-based training. They are sensitive and will not react well to harsh commands or punishment. Patience and consistence are key. Dachshunds have an excellent sense of smell…
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Official breed description: The famously long, low silhouette, ever-alert expression, and bold, vivacious personality of the Dachshund have made him a superstar of the canine kingdom. Dachshunds come in two sizes and in three coat types of various colors and patterns.
AKC page About the Breed > official breed description

Recommended parent-club health tests: ['Patella Evaluation', 'Cardiac Exam', 'Ophthalmologist Evaluation']
AKC page Health > Recommended Health Tests From the National Breed Club

Official breed standard: http://images.akc.org/pdf/breeds/standards/Official_Standard_Dachshund.pdf
AKC page The Breed Standard > View Full Breed Standard

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