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Daschund owners feedback needed
Posted on 5/12/15 at 9:21 pm
Posted on 5/12/15 at 9:21 pm
We have a rescue Daschund beagle mix who is 5 months old. Was not aware of potential for back problems more than other dogs when we got him. We have 3 steps down off our back porch that goes into the yard. He won't go down the steps but will come up them. Should we get him a ramp so he doesn't have to use the steps? I'm reading more saying it's necessary than not. Thanks.
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Posted on 5/12/15 at 9:23 pm to Isabelle
we have two corgis and they have the same issue with back problems because the torso is so long.
we got them stairs to get on and off the bed, but the frickers didn't use them.
what we try to do now is just try to keep them from jumping down any distance greater than a couple feet. that is what the vet told us causes their back problems.
normal stairs shouldn't cause a problem for its back.
we got them stairs to get on and off the bed, but the frickers didn't use them.
what we try to do now is just try to keep them from jumping down any distance greater than a couple feet. that is what the vet told us causes their back problems.
normal stairs shouldn't cause a problem for its back.
Posted on 5/12/15 at 9:23 pm to Isabelle
This question occurred to me recently: without looking it up, who can tell me the reasons for dachsunds? I mean why were they bred to look like that?
Posted on 5/12/15 at 9:23 pm to Isabelle
You have a 5 month old dog with back problems? He's just scared of going down the steps. Push him and he will figure out that it's not a big deal.
Posted on 5/12/15 at 9:26 pm to Isabelle
We had a miniature live to 16 years and we were lucky to not have any back issues.
She was an indoor dog and led a pretty easy life.
Like people I think you either have back problems or you don't. I think the only thing you can do is discourage jumping off of furniture if the dog is prone to do that. Also keeping the dog at a healthy weight can help in the long run.
As far as steps I don't think I would worry about it too much. If they have problems with steps later in life you may need to set up ramps then.
Hope that helps.
She was an indoor dog and led a pretty easy life.
Like people I think you either have back problems or you don't. I think the only thing you can do is discourage jumping off of furniture if the dog is prone to do that. Also keeping the dog at a healthy weight can help in the long run.
As far as steps I don't think I would worry about it too much. If they have problems with steps later in life you may need to set up ramps then.
Hope that helps.
Posted on 5/12/15 at 9:26 pm to Kafka
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This question occurred to me recently: without looking it up, who can tell me the reasons for dachsunds? I mean why were they bred to look like that?
To hunt burrowing animals like badgers, prairie dogs, ground hogs, etc.
To answer the OP, keep their weight down and don't let them jump off anything higher than sofa height.
This post was edited on 5/12/15 at 9:28 pm
Posted on 5/12/15 at 9:26 pm to Ed Osteen
I had a Daschund for 15 years. We kept a close eye on her weight and her back was fine.
Posted on 5/12/15 at 9:27 pm to Isabelle
Ma'am, first thanks for the rescue effort. You do need the ramp for any elevation issues in the dog's environment. With the mix of those two breeds I highly recommend training and de-ball it (if male) as soon as medically possible.
Posted on 5/12/15 at 9:28 pm to Kafka
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This question occurred to me recently: without looking it up, who can tell me the reasons for dachsunds? I mean why were they bred to look like that?
My understanding is they were bred to dig and burrow into foxholes to assist in the hunt. They were often carried by the men on horseback for said purpose.
I know mine liked to dig A LOT.
Posted on 5/12/15 at 9:28 pm to bird35
Thanks all. Much appreciated.
Posted on 5/12/15 at 9:31 pm to Isabelle
You spelled Dotson wrong, dumbass.
Posted on 5/12/15 at 9:35 pm to Isabelle
We've had three that haven't had any back problems. They go up and down stairs all the time. It's make sure to support their back when holding them and don't let them jump down from far distances, such as beds.
Posted on 5/12/15 at 9:37 pm to AndyCBR
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My understanding is they were bred to dig and burrow into foxholes to assist in the hunt. They were often carried by the men on horseback for said purpose.
I know mine liked to dig A LOT.
Their name literally means "badger dog." They were bred to go into a badger's den and flush them out. They're fearless.
Posted on 5/12/15 at 9:38 pm to Kafka
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I mean why were they bred to look like that?
Other than the fact that Daschund translates to badger hound?
Posted on 5/12/15 at 9:38 pm to Kafka
Dig up badgers out of the ground I believe.
Posted on 5/12/15 at 9:43 pm to Swoopin
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Dig up badgers out of the ground I believe.
I think there's probably a law against it and it ain't going to be pretty-
Posted on 5/12/15 at 9:44 pm to Tigerdew
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Their name literally means "badger dog." They were bred to go into a badger's den and flush them out. They're fearless.
Wasn't aware of the translation...
Mine certainly wasn't fearless though.
Actually they were bred to hunt badgers, and miniatures later to hunt rabbit and fox.
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Posted on 5/12/15 at 9:45 pm to Isabelle
Dachshunds are the best dog breed, ever.
Posted on 5/12/15 at 9:49 pm to 4LSU2
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Dachshunds are the best dog breed, ever.
Day-um. We all thought you were a Cat Person all these years.
My sister (no pics but she was a Homecoming Queen) has one and she loves it.
Only she loves.
But she loves it.
Posted on 5/12/15 at 10:06 pm to 4LSU2
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Dachshunds are the best dog breed, ever.
After the boston terrier, yes
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