Have you noticed that your Dachshund is peeing a bit when they get nervous or excited? Does your pup leave a pile of piddle after they greet you, another human or a fellow canine counterpart? You might be witnessing submissive urination. Submissive urination is a fairly common behavior in dogs, but it can be frustrating…
Month: September 2023
Should Your Dachshund Sleep in Your Bed?
In 2018, the Canisius College in Buffalo, New York released a study stating that women sleep better when they share their bed with a canine companion. With over 900 participants in the study, the results showed that dogs are less disrupt their owner’s sleep than a human partner or cat. The response to the results…
Should I Adopt a Friend for My Dachshund?
When you have an “only dog,” a common default mindset is to think that they may need a friend, a buddy or a sibling. But is getting a second dog really the best option? If you’ve been tossing around the idea of a second dog, it’s important to determine what your reasoning is. Do you…
What is the Dachshund Life Expectancy?
There are many reasons people want to get a Dachshund. They’re adorable. They’re snuggly. They’re small and can go everywhere with you. They are wicked smart. Did I mention adorable? But there is one advantage of owning a Dachshund that not many people know when they compare breeds: the Dachshund has a longer life expectancy…
Are Miniature Dachshunds Good Apartment Dogs?
Dachshunds are often regarded as a potential breed for apartment living due to their small stature. Many dog parents think “small dogs must be great in a small space.” But is this necessarily true? Let’s take a closer look at the miniature Dachshund to discuss if they really make good apartment dogs. Miniature Dachshunds and…
Animal Rescue saves 27 dachshunds from North Fayette home!
Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh is caring for 27 dachshund dogs that were rescued from a North Fayette home Monday. With help from North Fayette Police Department, Humane Animal Rescue officers executed a search warrant on a North Fayette house Monday. Officers were investigating neighbors’ concerns about unsanitary conditions and animal welfare. Officers found the…
Loving Dachshund Comforts Baby with Gentle Licks in Heartwarming Moment
It’s remarkable how some dogs naturally take on a nurturing and protective role when a human baby enters their lives. Dogs are known for their amazing ability to sense emotions and respond to the needs of their human companions. One TikTok captures that special bond beautifully. Check out the clip from @podarrozweimaraner below. @podarrozweimaraner Actual footage of a baby left unattended with two dogs… WARNING: it…
Dachshund with tiny wheelchair looking for new home!
Chip the dachshund was found in a dire state, living in a garage with paralysed legs and no aid to help him walk. With back legs covered in ulcers, the pup attempted to walk by dragging his body along the concrete floor. Chip’s owner was found to be homeless at the time, and despite assistance…