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    Needing Advice!

    Have you already picked one out? Remember... where you get your puppy from is very important!
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    Food you feed your Dachshund.

    We currently feed Wellness, but are getting ready to switch to Nature's Logic. Unfortunately it's not available at any of the chain retailers, but wag.com has it at a reasonable cost and two-day shipping is free.
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    New to Dachshunds and forum

    Hi Lisa. I just have a couple of thoughts/suggestions for you. You said that you want to avoid kenneling her as much as possible. I am assuming that you mean you don't want to leave her in the crate, correct? I suggest reading the information at this link (Useful Information). It is on a...
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    Zoomies

    Ok now you have me curious. :D Why would you hesitate mentioning George Washington?
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    Zoomies

    Found one of those axe door stops on eBay... Vtg Original George Washington Hatchet Axe Door Stop in Box | eBay
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    What are your top 3 favorite dog breeds?

    Miniature Schnauzers Dachshunds Wire Fox Terriers
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    how to tell a good breeder

    Oh ok... thanks for the info
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    how to tell a good breeder

    I'm sure I am showing my ignorance here, but what is the problem with mixing short and longhair? The color thing I understand, but can you educate me on the problems with mixing the coat types? thanks, Steven
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    how to tell a good breeder

    This is a quote from a Miniature Schnauzer breeder's website, but the information applies to all breeds and I think it is very helpful Here's the link... Puppy News | Champion Miniature Schnauzer | Mini Schnauzer Breeders | Texas And here's the quote...
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    Why are Dachshunds considered dangerous?

    If you look at my entire post instead of just part of it you will see that I was making the point the problem is the owners and not the breed. It is very similar to the misconception that pit bulls are by nature aggressive and dangerous. CAN they be aggressive and dangerous? ABSOLUTELY! They are...
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    Why are Dachshunds considered dangerous?

    I agree... many of us (myself included) have been guilty of inducing Small Dog Syndrome on our doxies. We have been able to reduce many of these problems in our 13 year-old male (Max) just by following the principles from Cesar Millan's "Mastering Leadership" series. I know that Cesar is...
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