Small Deer Dog

The Small Deer Dog, named for its deer-like appearance, is originally from Germany. Its agile and cute appearance is deeply loved by everyone. It often appears in the works of famous artists in modern times. In the early days, it was widely used as a guard dog in Germany and the Scandinavian Peninsula, and gradually became a popular companion dog. Nowadays, this breed of dog is very common as a companion dog in households in Europe and America.

It is agile, smart, lively, and loyal to its owner. It loves to be with humans. However, when raising it, be careful not to reprimand it in a harsh tone, as the Small Deer Dog has a strong sense of self-esteem. If it is treated too harshly or scolded, it will feel frustrated and become gloomy. The Small Deer Dog has a high level of alertness and a strong sense of territory. It is particularly brave when faced with unexpected situations. It does not like barking, so it is a great choice for families that prefer a quiet environment. Its excellent learning ability makes it very easy to train to catch mice, making it a helpful companion in the household.

The Small Deer Dog, also known as Miniature Doberman or Miniature Pinscher, is not a miniaturized Doberman Pinscher. The history of the Small Deer Dog may be longer than that of the Doberman Pinscher by 200 years. According to relevant literature, in the early 19th century, the early Small Deer Dog was bred and improved with Italian Greyhounds and Dachshunds. Approximately 2000 years ago, the early Short-haired German Pinscher was the ancestor of the early large-sized Small Deer Dog. In 1836, Dr. Reichenbach indicated in a book about the Small Deer Dog that it was likely developed from Italian Greyhounds and Short-haired Dachshunds, because the Small Deer Dog itself has the ability to catch mice, and at that time, Dachshunds were famous in Germany for their excellent mouse-catching abilities and were widely loved by Germans. Therefore, at that time, someone crossed Italian Greyhounds with Dachshunds to breed Small Deer Dogs with even better mouse-catching abilities.

The Small Deer Dog is very suitable for families with women and elderly people. It is small in size and has a cute and playful appearance. It has slender limbs and graceful posture. When it raises its front legs and walks, it moves briskly like a little deer. Its fur is short and easy to take care of. It also has a natural ability to catch mice, making it a good helper in the family. It is always highly alert, very intelligent, brave, and has a strong learning ability. It is easy to train and can guard the courtyard. However, the Small Deer Dog is not suitable for busy working people. It is lively and active, and needs someone to accompany and take care of it regularly.

1. Heart disease

Dog heart disease is often associated with obesity and old age. When dogs have heart disease, they mainly show symptoms of fatigue and shortness of breath. It is difficult to detect heart disease in dogs, and when owners notice it, the dog is often very sick.

2. Infectious diseases

Canine distemper and parvovirus are common malignant infectious diseases in dogs, with a high mortality rate. Dogs that are not vaccinated in a timely manner are prone to these two infectious diseases. Once they are sick, they will show symptoms such as listlessness, loss of appetite, high body temperature, vomiting, and diarrhea.

3. Kidney disease

When it comes to common diseases and symptoms in dogs, we have to mention kidney disease. The terror of dog kidney disease lies in the unconscious process of the disease. After the owner discovers it, the damage to the dog's kidney cells often exceeds 75%. When dogs have problems, the usual symptoms are blood in 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-like feces, pale gums, and mucous membranes. Heartworm is a parasite that lives in the dog's heart. After dogs are infected, they will show symptoms such as weak vitality, coughing, anemia, asthma, and abdominal effusion.

5. Canine pneumonia

Pneumonia is also a common disease in dogs, but canine pneumonia is a complication of other diseases and often occurs in dogs with abnormalities in the upper respiratory tract, bacterial infections, canine distemper infections, viral flu, impaired pulmonary function, and heartworm infections. Cough, nasal congestion, and high body temperature are the main symptoms of canine pneumonia.

The Small Deer Dog's upbringing is rather special and requires careful attention. Although it enjoys treats, its main diet should consist of dog food and it should not consume high-calorie, high-fat foods such as chocolate and cheese. The Small Deer Dog is sensitive to cold weather and tends to be more susceptible to it. It is recommended to dress it in clothes and provide small blankets in its bed to keep it warm during cold days. Take it out to play during free time as it is very attached to its owner and needs frequent companionship. It is important to regularly observe the dog's physical condition and generally, a wet nose indicates good health. However, occasional slight emotional fluctuations may occur.

1. Do not bathe frequently

Giving the dog a bath, of course, should not be too frequent. Giving the dog a bath depends on the dog's hygiene. In hot weather in summer, you can bathe the dog more often, while in winter, you can reduce it by one or two times, but overall it should not exceed five times. Otherwise, it will damage its fur and skin!

2. Brush the fur diligently

Dogs shed almost every day, especially in spring and autumn. If you want the hair to grow well, brushing the fur diligently is an important step. Pet owners can use a pet-specific brush to help the dog remove naturally shed hair and avoid tangling. Brushing once in the morning and evening for about five minutes each time is enough.

3. Sunbathing

Sunbathing is beneficial to the growth of the dog's fur. Besides 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. Deworming

Poor fur quality is actually closely related to parasites. Parasites absorb a large amount of nutrients from the dog's body, depriving the dog of nutrients, so deworming is essential. It is recommended to do both internal and external deworming. Also, deworming medication can cause great harm to the dog's gastrointestinal tract, so it is recommended to feed probiotics on a regular basis to alleviate gastrointestinal discomfort.

5. Pay attention to diet

If you want the dog to have a beautiful coat, you must establish a good nutritional foundation and pay attention to daily diet. On the one hand, feed the dog with nutritious and healthy dog food, choose a brand that suits the dog's needs and is nutritionally rich to meet the dog's needs. On the other hand, you can also feed the dog lean meat, boiled egg yolks, and vegetable oil in moderation.