Dachshund, English name: Dachshund, originated in Germany and is now widely distributed globally. Due to its short legs and long body, it resembles the sausage hot dogs commonly eaten by European people, so people have given it a nickname called sausage dog. In German, Dachshund refers to "badger dog". Later, this breed gradually developed and eventually became a dog breed that combines the ability to perceive, track, and catch badgers. In Germany, people do not often call it Dachshund, but rather Dackel or Teckel.
Dachshunds are relatively easy to raise among all dog breeds because they are naturally independent and intelligent, and they can quickly understand and carry out commands given by their owners.
Dachshunds have a very friendly, cheerful, brave, and confident personality, while also being cautious. They are not aggressive, have a peaceful temperament, and are enthusiastic, firm, and composed. They are very fast when chasing prey. Sometimes they also perform some funny behaviors, making them a type of dog that brings joy to people.
They are easy to train, loyal to their owners, and cautious towards strangers. Whether working on the ground or underground, they are serious, persevering, and have highly developed senses.
Outdoors, Dachshunds are brave and energetic, seemingly never tired; indoors, they are friendly and sensitive, sometimes quiet, sometimes restless.
About the ancestral origin of the Dachshund, some industry scholars speculate that it may be related to ancient Egypt. The basis is that in the pharaoh's pyramids in ancient Egypt, some walls depict a long-bodied and short-legged hunting dog similar to the Dachshund. Because the resemblance is too great, they believe that these ancient Egyptian dogs are the ancestors of modern Dachshunds. Scholars have also discovered mummies similar to Dachshunds in pyramid tombs, providing physical evidence for this inference.
Similar Dachshund stone carvings and clay products have been found in Mexico, Greece, Peru, and mainland China. The remains of similar Dachshunds have been excavated from the ruins where ancient Romans in Germany lived, and people infer that these dogs originated from Dutton and were purebred.
The fame of Dachshunds started in the Middle Ages. According to the "Bracken (hunting)" record, after continuous breeding, some breeds became particularly suitable for underground hunting. The objects people selected were mainly short-legged dogs. During this period, Dachshunds underwent numerous tests and gained recognition, becoming the most useful breed among hunting dogs. It has extremely strong ability to capture prey on the ground, and can also perform tasks such as searching and tracking injured prey at the same time.
An organization called the "German Teckel Club," established as early as 1888, described the rearing of Dachshunds. For decades, Dachshunds have been mainly divided into three main types (standard type, mini type, and rabbit type), and these Dachshunds have three different coats (short-haired, wire-haired, and long-haired).
Dachshund is lively and playful, with a good temper but a bit stubborn. It likes to be around its owner and is very adorable. It is also very loyal to its owner. Although it used to be a hunting dog and has the nature of a hunting dog, its size is not large, so it does not require too much exercise and can adapt to city life. Dachshunds can easily lack a sense of security and they crave the care and companionship of their owners. If they are ignored for a long time, they will feel low and howl, so they are not suitable for busy people to keep.
1. Heart disease
Dog heart disease is often related to obesity and old age. When dogs have heart disease, the main symptoms are fatigue and shortness of breath. Dog heart disease is difficult to detect, and by the time the owner notices, the dog is already seriously ill.
2. Infectious diseases
Canine distemper and canine parvovirus are common malignant infectious diseases in dogs, with a high mortality rate. Dogs that are not vaccinated in a timely manner are very prone to these two infectious diseases. Once they get sick, symptoms such as listlessness, loss of appetite, increased body temperature, vomiting, and diarrhea will appear.
3. Kidney disease
When it comes to common diseases and symptoms in dogs, kidney disease cannot be ignored. The horror of dog kidney disease lies in the unconscious process of the disease. When the owner discovers it, the damage to the dog's kidney cells often exceeds 75%. When dogs have problems, the symptoms are usually bloody urine, abnormal urine color, and changes in urination habits.
4. Parasites
Intestinal parasites such as roundworms, hookworms, and heartworms are common parasites in dogs. When dogs are infected with gastrointestinal parasites, the main symptoms are emaciation, listlessness, diarrhea, worm feces, and pale gums. Heartworm is a parasite that resides in the dog's heart. Dogs infected with heartworms will experience symptoms such as poor vitality, coughing, anemia, asthma, and ascites.
5. Canine pneumonia
Pneumonia is also a common disease in dogs, but canine pneumonia is a complication of other diseases. It often occurs in dogs with abnormalities in the upper respiratory system, bacterial infections, canine distemper infections, viral influenza, impaired lung function, and heartworm infections. Cough, nasal congestion, and fever are the main symptoms of canine pneumonia.
Dachshund's daily feeding methods:
1. Dachshunds are prone to obesity due to their long body and short legs, which can lead to various diseases. Therefore, it is necessary to control the appropriate amount of food every day and ensure that they have enough exercise to better consume energy and prevent excessive obesity. You can take it outdoors for exercise every day, but be careful that the dog may be infected by external bacteria and parasites during the exercise. When you return home, be sure to wipe it clean with a towel and a damp cloth and do some simple cleaning.
2. As for the wire-haired dachshunds, their hair should also be regularly groomed. Do not neglect it just because of the coarse and short coat, otherwise it may accumulate dirt and harbor lice.
3. In addition to grooming, it is also necessary to regularly remove eye discharge (using degreased disinfection cotton), earwax, and tartar from Dachshunds with a 2% concentrated boric acid solution, and trim their nails regularly.
4. When the time is right, start training them to develop good habits of not barking indiscriminately, not randomly tearing and biting objects, and going to the toilet in designated areas.
Feeding methods for pregnant Dachshunds:
1. During pregnancy, Dachshunds undergo a series of physiological changes due to the nutritional needs of the embryo, as well as the impacts of the placenta and the embryo itself. To meet the physiological needs of the mother and the fetus, the feeding management of pregnant Dachshunds focuses on enhancing physical fitness to ensure the healthy development of the fetus and avoid miscarriage.
2. When feeding pregnant Dachshunds, besides providing a balanced diet, the feed must be hygienic and of good quality. Moldy, rotten, deteriorated, toxic, and irritating feed should never be given to pregnant dogs, otherwise, it may easily cause miscarriage. It is recommended to choose fine feed and preferably stick to a specific type, unless there are special circumstances, avoid changing it easily.
1. Do not bathe frequently
When bathing a dog, it should not be too frequent. The frequency of bathing a dog depends on the dog's hygiene condition. In hot weather, bathe the dog one or two more times, and reduce it by one or two times in winter. But in general, it should not exceed 5 times. Otherwise, it will damage its fur and skin!
2. Brush regularly
Dogs shed almost every day, especially in spring and autumn. To ensure good hair growth, regular brushing is important. Pet owners can use a specialized brush for pets to help the dog remove natural shedding hair and prevent knots. Brushing once in the morning and once in the evening for about five minutes each time is sufficient.
3. Sunbathe
Sunbathing is beneficial for the dog's hair growth. In addition to making the fur more shiny, letting the dog sunbathe can also help kill bacteria. While sunbathing, pet owners can let the dog exercise a bit, which can improve the dog's physical fitness, promote blood circulation, and help grow healthier hair.
4. Deworm
Bad hair quality is closely related to parasites. Parasites absorb a large amount of nutrients from the dog's body, robbing nutrition. Therefore, deworming is necessary. It is recommended to deworm both internally and externally. Deworming drugs have a great harm to the dog's stomach and intestines, so it is advisable to feed probiotics together to alleviate gastrointestinal discomfort.
5. Pay attention to diet
In order for the dog to have a beautiful coat, it is necessary to establish a good nutritional foundation and pay attention to daily diet. On one hand, feed the dog with nutritious and healthy dog food, choose a suitable and nutritious dog food to meet the dog's needs. On the other hand, the dog can be properly fed with lean meat, boiled egg yolks, and vegetable oil.
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