Dachshund Puppy Training

Dachshund puppy training does not have to be difficult, in fact many puppies  can be trained in about 7 days if you are consistent.

Dachshund puppy training should begin right away, as soon as you bring them home. There are many different ways that you can train them, but the first two things to train them in should be in crate training and potty training.

The most important thing to remember is to have a lot of patience as they are only puppies and learn by making mistakes, just the same way that we learned as well, so give them a break.

Obedience training should also start right away and is usually also a part of potty training. Teaching them commands can be done in short bursts of no longer than 15 minutes.

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The best time to do Dachshund puppy training is right before they eat, because this is when their hungriest, and they will respond best to food rewards at this time.  

The very first command you should teach your puppy is how to sit. This command forms the basis for more advanced dog training techniques, and is a great way to stop your dog from causing problems.

Origins

Dachshunds originated in Germany and this dog breed has been around for several centuries. Originally in Germany they were primarily used for hunting rabbits and badgers. In fact the word "Dachs" in Germany actually means badger.

These dogs are also commonly known as "wiener dogs" and/or "sausage dogs." The name itself is particularly hard to spell as people often miss spell it as Daschund.

The Challenge

Dachshund puppy training can be quite challenging as this breed tends to have a reputation to be stubborn and also often tend to have individualistic personalities. Because of this if you've never trained a puppy before, this will likely be a bit of a challenge for you.

Adult Dachshunds tend to be very entertaining and curious dogs, but they can also be very strong minded and can often get into trouble. As puppies they tend to demand a lot of attention and if they don't receive that attention from you they will often cause trouble.

Dachshunds and Children

Dachshunds often get along really well with children and other pets as well, although some of them can be jealous of the attention that others are getting. Because of this these dogs are often a better fit for families that have children above the age of 12. Despite this fact, these dogs tend to be very loyal and devoted.

Whining is another characteristic of this breed. Sometimes they will whine if they are alone and they are also prone to separation anxiety which can lead them to destroying household objects and chewing on furniture.

As small dogs, just like Chihuahuas, they are often not aware of their small size and will often challenge larger dogs to fights so you have to keep them safe if you're out with them in a park or a yard.

Living Situations

If you live in an apartment or a condominium or other small home this is a good breed for you as they do not require much space to play. Even though they tend to have a lot of energy and love to play, they're more than happy to do it in a smaller area. But still you should try and take them on twice-daily walks to help them get the exercise and the fresh air they need.

In fact many dog behavior problems are simply due to a lack of exercise and lack of outlets for their pent-up energy.  This is why active Dachshund puppy training is so vital. After all if you were locked in the house alone all day while your owners were out working, won't that make you upset?

Dachshund Health

The main problem with Dachshund's health is that they tend to put on a lot of weight as they get older. And just like with overweight humans, overweight Dachshunds have more health problems specifically related to their spine, heart, and diabetes.

Spinal problems are a large problem in Dachshunds and they often lead to euthanasia. If you do want to fix a disk problem in a Dachshund it will likely cost you thousands of dollars. For this reason many people use doggy stairs and ramps near their sofa and beds so their dog does not have to jump a lot.