You first decided to have a puppy. Let's dwell on some points that you need to know. Undoubtedly, all dachshund puppies are cute and charming. They are affectionate and agile, playful and very funny. But they are not toys, but living things. And you, bringing the puppy to the house, take responsibility for his life, health and proper upbringing.
Let's talk about the features of this breed. Now these dogs are rarely used for their intended purpose - for burrow hunting. However , the breed retains the characteristics of normal dogs . Low spine growth and extension, crooked paws and strong muscles, powerful teeth, a brave and gambling disposition, the desire to dominate can contribute to situations that pose a danger to the dog.
Due to their anatomical features, puppies of dachshund experience an increased load on the spine. Given this, they must be protected from excessively sharp jumps or high jumps. Sometimes even unsuccessful jumping off the couch can harm the puppy. For the same reason, they should never be lifted by the scruff of the neck. Raise the baby with only two hands, supporting under the chest and under the stomach. When the puppy grows up and will play in the yard with other dogs, try to pick up his comrades who are not too superior in size and strength, keep him from attacking large dogs.
You can not raise a puppy, taking it under the front legs. This can lead to their elbows sticking out to the sides. For the same reason, dachshund puppies should not go down the stairs for up to a year. Do not let your pet stand on its hind legs. These can lead to their deformation, not to mention the extra load on the spine.
According to the breed standard, dachshund ears at the base should be slightly raised. So that they do not hang like rags, try not to iron them.
It goes without saying that feeding a dachshund puppy should be complete. Up to 2 months they need mother’s milk, so they don’t need to buy one and a half month old or monthly puppies. A two-month-old puppy usually already eats from a bowl on its own. It must be fed at the same hours. Up to 4 months, 5 feedings are necessary, then their number is gradually reduced to 4-3 per day. An adult dog needs two meals a day.
What should dachshund puppies eat after they have been weaned from their mother? It is known that dogs are predators and are best suited for meat food in their physiology. Another thing is that for the owner it can be unprofitable. Therefore, puppies usually have to be fed porridges, always adding meat products to them. It is better to give porridge to a 2-month-old puppy semolina, from Hercules groats or buckwheat. Until 4 months of age, they must be cooked in milk. After 4 months - on meat broth.
Meat must first be given in the form of minced meat. If you are sure that it does not contain parasite eggs (meat purchased at the store passes an appropriate sanitary check), it can be given raw. Fatty pork is excluded. You can give minced fish from sea fish. Twice a week, a raw egg is added to the porridge . Cottage cheese, dairy products, dachshund cheese are readily eaten. When a puppy grows up, raw bones must be added to his food.
Sweets, smoked meats, sausages, sausages, sweets, sugar, various delicacies, dachshunds should not receive. If you want to protect your dog from manifestations of diathesis and obesity, it is better to feed her a simple and wholesome food. Even dachshund training can do without sweets and sausages. As an encouragement, slices of dry food or cheese are quite suitable.
Do not forget that the dog should always have water for drinking. Add vitamins and preparations containing Ca and other trace elements, finely chopped vegetables to your food.
Do not forget about timely vaccinations.
With good care, feeding and timely vaccination, the puppy will grow healthy and strong. Keep this in mind and you will not regret your decision to get a dog.