![]() I started researching everything I could about the Dachshund breed, including personality traits, and health issues.Note: there are only two official sizes in the US where I live – Tweenie is a casual “classification” not recognized by the AKC and there is no such thing as a “toy” or “teacup” Dachshund. I’ve become pretty knowledgeable about the Dachshund breed, both standard and miniature Dachshunds, in the 18 years since I became a Dachshund owner. It was supposed to be a temporary situation but, once I realized that I was in it for the long haul, I figured I better learn about the origin, characteristics, temperament, and health concerns of a Dachshund. I was clueless as to what I was getting myself into. I didn’t know anyone else who had a Dachshund so I had no experience with one. I didn’t do any research before agreeing to take him from an ex-roommate that couldn’t keep him. I knew nothing about the Dachshund breed. I used to be one of those people who didn’t think of small dogs when I thought of dogs to hike and camp with. I had nothing against small dogs, but since I wanted a dog to hike and travel with me, I hadn’t thought of one. ![]() I mean I CHOSE to adopt my first Dachshund Chester but he was not a breed of dog I had ever considered owning. I became a Dachshund owner kind of by accident. 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 21 important things about Dachshunds.
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