TABLE OF CONTENTS

  • Introduction 9
  • Glossary of Dog Terms 11
  • Chapter One: Understanding Dachshunds 17
  • Facts About Dachshund Dogs 18
  • Summary of Dachshund Facts 22
  • Dachshund Breed History 23
  • Types of Dachshunds 25
  • Chapter Two: Things to Know Before Getting a Dachshund 29
  • Do You Need a License? 30
  • How Many Dachshunds Should You Keep? 31
  • Do Dachshunds Get Along with Other Pets? 32
  • How Much Does it Cost to Keep a Dachshund? 33
  • Initial Costs 33
  • Monthly Costs 37
  • What are the Pros and Cons of Dachshunds? 40
  • Chapter Three: Purchasing Your Dachshund 43
  • Where Can You Buy Dachshunds? 44
  • How to Choose a Reputable Dachshund Breeder 48
  • Tips for Selecting a Healthy Dachshund Puppy 50
  • Puppy-Proofing Your Home 53
  • Chapter Four: Caring for Your Dachshund 57
  • Habitat and Exercise Requirements for Dachshunds 58
  • Setting Up Your Puppy’s Area 60
  • Chapter Five: Meeting Your Dachshund’s Nutritional Needs 63
  • The Nutritional Needs of Dogs 64
  • How to Select a High-Quality Dog Food Brand 65
  • Tips for Feeding Your Dachshund 68
  • Dangerous Foods to Avoid 70
  • Chapter Six: Training Your Dachshund 73
  • Socializing Your New Dachshund Puppy 74
  • Positive Reinforcement for Obedience Training 76
  • Crate Training – Housebreaking Your Puppy 78
  • Chapter Seven: Grooming Your Dachshund 81
  • Recommended Tools to Have on Hand 82
  • Tips for Bathing and Grooming Dachshunds 83
  • Other Grooming Tasks 85
  • Chapter Eight: Breeding Your Dachshund 89
  • Basic Dog Breeding Information 90
  • Breeding Tips and Raising Puppies 92
  • Chapter Nine: Showing Your Dachshund 97
  • Dachshund Breed Standard 98
  • Preparing Your Dachshund for Show 101
  • Chapter Ten: Keeping Your Dog Healthy 105
  • Common Health Problems Affecting Dachshunds 106
  • Preventing Illness with Vaccinations 118
  • Dachshund Care Sheet 121
  • 1.) Basic Dachshund Information 122
  • 2.) Habitat Requirements 123
  • 3.) Nutritional Needs 124
  • 4.) Breeding Information 125
  • Index 127
  • References 139
  • Photo Credits 143

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