If you look at the life expectancy of a dachshund, you will find that at 12-16 years, he is definitely one of the
long-lived four-legged friends in the dog world counts. This is of course also an indication that many breed representatives are very healthy and agile dogs. However, you should still deal with the typical diseases of the breed. So you can recognize them quickly. Can act in a timely manner. Because many ailments can be prevented, mitigated or remedied if therapy is given at an early stage. Also the choice of the right dog influences his longevity and health. So you should z.B. buy only from reputable breeders.
A complaint-free dachshund everyday life, unfortunately not always realizable!
Surrounded by loving people and characterized by play, fun and adventure, the Dachshund enjoys its carefree dog life.
But sooner or later the time has come, the little darling is facing his first Veterinarian visit before.
In the best case this already takes place before the birth, as a preventive examination of the still pregnant bitch.
Such appointments are without question an important part of creating optimal conditions for a carefree and healthy dachshund existence.
Complications, which could arise unexpectedly during the throwing, are reduced to a minimum by advanced diagnostic procedures.
If a cesarean section is unavoidable, it can be planned in advance and the necessary measures taken.
Subsequently, the first – real – visit to the doctor within a few weeks in the house.
Due to the particularly high risk of being infected with worms as a puppy in the womb, the first visit to the vet is made first deworming with ca. 2 weeks.
It is advised to refresh them continuously in cyclic intervals in order to avoid serious consequences due to Parasite infestation for the dachshund offspring to avoid.
From young to old – the veterinarian of confidence
A veterinarian is equally important in the Puppy age, as well as on the later life way, a competent contact person for the most different interests.
For this reason a basis of trust between dog, owner and veterinarian is of central importance. But when is it so far, how does the dachshund owner recognize that an expert advice is necessary??
When does a dachshund need to go to the vet?
First Signs are atypical behaviors and unfamiliar routines. If unusual features such as apathy or reluctance to eat appear, the practice number should always be kept handy.
Other precautions include keeping a close eye on the dachshund and calling for advice if any abnormalities are noticed.
At unclear and serious complaints an immediate visit on the spot is inevitable, if necessary also without previous arrangement!
It is important to keep in mind that the sooner the competent staff learns about the existing symptoms, the better they will be able to adjust to the patient and receive him or her.
Especially in emergencies such as anaphylactic shock, as a result of an allergic reaction to an insect bite, this can make the difference between life and death.
More examples of when it is time for the vet:
– if unusual behaviors appear (apathy, aggressiveness). – there is a serious change in eating or drinking behavior. – in the case of obvious lameness, relieving postures or signs of paralysis. – in case of injuries and bleeding. – after biting another dog. – Parasites are discovered or suspected. – hair loss, bald patches, dandruff or other coat changes. – Cloudy or heavily watering eyes. – in case of suspected or confirmed poisoning. – after a poison bait (z.b. has been swallowed (even with razor blades). – the dachshund "sleds" with its hindquarters. – Prolonged or noticeable diarrhea or vomiting (z.B. with blood admixtures). – Strongly colored urine or very frequent or infrequent urination. – Inflammation in the oral cavity, broken teeth, tartar, strong bad breath. – Pale to white gums and mucous membranes (Attention: circulatory failure is imminent!)
Of course, you should always take your dachshund to the vet if you notice anything wrong with it
appear strange or not right. Or you may still unsafe are what you can first observe at home and what is not.
what veterinary costs can arise?
Unfortunately, it is not foreseeable in advance whether your dachshund only gives the paw to the vet for his compulsory vaccinations, or becomes a permanent guest in the waiting room.
There are dachshund diseases that can become chronic and long lasting and cause costs throughout a dachshund's life. Some disease patterns (z.B. dachshund paralysis) can also cause long-term consequences in addition to expensive surgery and result in considerable veterinary bills.
Some dog owners report that their four-legged friend has cost the vet the cost of a small car in the course of his life. Fortunately, these are exceptions.
Nevertheless it must be considered that for example an operation (depending upon severity/effort) can mean costs in the three-digit or even four-digit range. If your dachshund is healthy, he only has to come to the practice for preventive check-ups, vaccinations or if a worming treatment is due.
typical dachshund diseases – from dachshund paralysis to epilepsy
Diseases, which are mainly typical for the breed, are unfortunately not uncommon even among the popular dachshunds! Thus belong:
among the most common and very frequent impairments.
Mild to very strong manifestations are observed, which are very diverse in their progressions.
Important: Of course, not every dachshund suffers from the diseases mentioned here. but there is a certain breed disposition.
Heart disease in dachshund
In the Dachshund sometimes come Shortening or thickening of the heart valves before. Often these impairments go hand in hand with a cardiac insufficiency and are more likely to occur in middle-aged or older dogs.
Symptoms of heart problems include
– Your dog is short of breath
– He coughs often, z.B. when excited, after physical exertion or when he is happy about something. Listlessness
– The dog does not eat well (possibly. weight loss) Restlessness
– The dachshund tigers at night often wandering around – Often t.
Dogs with heart valve defects should low-salt diet become and Obesity must be avoided at all costs. Movement is equally important, but should not be exaggerated and must be adapted to the condition of the own quadruped.
Dachshund paralysis
The Dachshund paralysis (click for detailed article), which results in a clear movement disorder of the affected dogs, is a Herniated disc which requires Cartilage growth disorder (chondrodystrophy) shows.
Urinary stones
Urinary stones generally seem to occur more frequently in small dog breeds weighing less than 15 kg.
Urinary stones are small crystals, find them in the bladder or lower urinary tract. They can increase with time. Lead to real problems. Reasons for urinary stones are various. Possible causes include various underlying diseases (e.g.B. heart and liver diseases) also the following factors:
– The dog drinks very little. This leads to very concentrated urine Urinary tract infections favor the formation of urinary stones by the altered pH-value
– To diet rich in minerals, z.B. by the administration of food supplements or wrong nutrition
If the urinary stones are small enough, they are excreted in the urine and usually do not cause any symptoms. This is why the problem is often not recognized until more definite symptoms appear:
– The dachshund urinates very little (sometimes only a dribble) Frequent urination
– He has Pain when urinating Incontinence
– It shows Blood in the urine – He reacts sensitively or with Expressions of pain, when stroked on the lower abdomen.
It becomes dangerous and really painful when urinary stones form the urinary tract blockage. This can cause death result in the formation of urinary stones, which is why a veterinarian should be consulted immediately if urinary stones or the above symptoms are suspected. By means of urine examination and ultrasound, the doctor can often quickly determine whether the dachshund is actually suffering from urinary stones.
Note: Male dogs are more often affected than bitches.
Epilepsy
epilepsy is a disorder of the central nervous system, which is accompanied by unpredictable muscle spasms and sometimes with disturbances of consciousness. The diagnosis is often made by a process of exclusion.
A dachshund that just suffers a seizure is no longer responsive. Sometimes the spasms occur very suddenly, but often owners can tell by small changes in behavior that a seizure is about to occur. The duration can last from a few seconds to a few minutes.
Unfortunately there are so far no test, to have dachshunds tested for epilepsy. This is probably also due to the fact that several genes play a role in the inheritance of the disease. A targeted breeding selection is therefore not possible according to the current state of knowledge. Even dachshunds can carry the disease and pass it on without ever getting sick or showing symptoms themselves.
With the help of medicines however, many affected dogs can be very well adjusted and the Weaken the severity of the seizures. Sometimes they do not occur at all.
Cushing's syndrome / Cushing's disease
A hormonally caused disease of the dog is the Cushing's syndrome. Quite a few dogs suffer as a result of diabetes mellitus.
Cushing's disease is a very serious disease in which the health condition often deteriorates rapidly and the drastically shorten life expectancy can be. Responsible for the disease is the Stress hormone cortisol, which is present in much too high concentrations due to the disease. The overproduction can be caused by various tumors triggered become, z.B. at the adrenal glands or in the brain. Mostly older dogs are affected by Cushing's syndrome. bitches somewhat more frequently than males.
For Cushing's there are no clear symptoms, which can make it difficult for the owner to detect it in time. Individual symptoms may in fact also indicate other diseases or problems.
But if you always consult a vet for minor abnormalities anyway, the dachshund has a good chance that his disease will be detected in time.
Indications of Cushing's disease are for example
trunk obesity (the dachshund has a real pot belly and it can look like he is overweight). – Increased thirst feeling
– Increased Appetite
– Frequent urination
Coat changes, like sparse and thin hair skin discolorations
Bald spots in the coat – bitches may become no longer in heat
In order to initiate an appropriate therapy, the veterinarian will first find out the exact cause. Because the treatment options may vary. They range from medication up to Removal of the corresponding tumors. With early detection, the quality of life of the dachshund can be significantly improved. He definitely still has some nice years ahead of him. However, if Cushing's is not treated, it always leads to death.
Eyes and skin diseases
Eye and skin diseases are also common ailments, ranging from mild discomfort to complete blindness or complete loss of coat.
Other (hereditary) diseases in the Dachshund
The brittle bone disease, PRA, NCL and malignant hyperthermia are hereditary diseases, which play a superficial role for dachshunds. quality of life is reduced by the extreme fragility of bones. teeth as good as impossible.
Both parents must be carriers for passing on the gene.
Only then the puppies suffer from this insidious disease. Sick dogs are always homozygous. In mixed breed Dachshunds, on the other hand, the glassy bone disease does not appear. The dog has no symptoms and is healthy, but is a carrier and therefore a possible sire of the defective gene.
A Genetic test gives hope. Carriers of the brittle bone disease can be detected before breeding. Such animals are then of course not used for breeding or are only mated with non-carriers. This ensures that at least no puppy is later born homozygous and falls ill.
However, the long term goal of DTK is to only allow dogs that have tested negative for breeding.
PRA (progressive retinal atrophy)
Is also called retinal atrophy of the eyes. The retina dies continuously on both sides and leads in the final stage to the complete loss of sight Blindness.
NCL (neuronal ceroid lipofuscinosis)
Expresses itself by storage of ceroid and lipofuscin in the nerve cells, whereby the nervous system is irreparably destroyed. There is no hope for recovery, the process ends with the death of the animal.
malignant hyperthermia
Is very insidious, this form of hereditary disease appears under anesthesia of the dachshund. A metabolic disorder of the skeletal muscles can lead to circulatory collapse and cardiac arrest in a very short time if certain anesthetic drugs are administered without countermeasure.
Which diseases shorten the life expectancy of my dachshund?? Many diseases in dogs heal without consequences. Are often not further dramatic. However, the dachshund can also minor aches and pains can become quite dangerous. Namely, whenever they are not detected in time or remain untreated.
A good example are Parasites like worms, fleas or ticks. Usually they can be eliminated quickly. A spot-on or a worming cure unfold their effect very fast, free the dog from pests and protect it from secondary diseases, nutrient deficiency or emaciation. However, if an infestation is not treated, in the worst case the dogs can even die.
Infectious diseases are also a risk factor. Fortunately, you can protect the dachshund from many of these dog diseases with a vaccination.
Many factors have an effect negative effect on life expectancy from. For example:
– Hereditary diseases – Cancer and other tumors – Kennel attitude / often alone / no family connection – Allergies – Inferior food and water quality – Lack of exercise – Little mental occupation – Overweight – Not species-appropriate housing conditions (z.B. Lack of hygiene of utensils) – Parasite infestation – Infectious diseases – Lack of care – Chronic diseases – Accidents – Old age – Too many treats / food from the table – Frequent stair climbing / jumping – Tartar
Help, my dachshund is vomiting!
There are numerous rather harmless reasons, why your dachshund may throw up. These include:
– The interval between meals is too long. The dachshund vomits yellow bile. Puppies sometimes vomit. Eat the food again afterwards. This is unappetizing, but not a cause for concern. – Your dachshund has an upset stomach and eats grass that causes retching. After the dog has vomited, it usually gets well again. – In sensitive dogs, food that is too cold can cause vomiting. Always bring opened food from the refrigerator to room temperature before feeding it to the puppy. Your dachshund is a little gouty dog. Gobbles up his meals in no time at all. This causes a lot of air to get into the abdomen.
If the intervals between two feedings are too long, simply fill the bowl a little earlier. You can also divide the total amount over several meals. If you feed once, offer a full bowl twice instead. At two feedings you can feed a small third snack.
In the trade there are also special bowls, which can slow down the food intake and prevent your dog from gulping.
Of course there are also disease-related reasons for vomiting in a dachshund. Why you should always watch your dog closely. If it was only a small stomach upset or hunger, it often remains with the one-time throwing up. If your dachshund vomits several times or for more than 1-2 days, then it's time to go to the doctor's office.
Because it could be also the following causes behind it:
– Poisoning – Diabetes – Gastrointestinal problems, such as inflammation – Parasites – Tumors – Foreign body swallowed and possibly stuck – Infectious disease
Also, a visit to the vet is advised if:
– You see worms in the vomit. The infestation is already very advanced when this happens and should be treated immediately. – Your Dachshund has difficulty breathing or you hear breathing noises. – You see blood in the vomit. – Your quadruped keeps retching, but simply nothing comes (foreign object!). – You suspect poisoning.
Diarrhea in the dachshund
If your dachshund has a slightly thinner droppings on his walk, you do not have to worry too much at first. There are
many harmless causes for diarrhea in dogs and often it is a one time thing or is after 24-48 hours at the latest.
Causes of diarrhea include, for example:
– Abrupt change of food – Too cold food (z.B. stress or unfamiliar environment (in sensitive dogs) – parasites (worms are often the cause, sometimes you will also find worm eggs or worm parts in the feces) – infectious diseases – food allergy – very fatty foods sometimes cause liquid defecation – poisoning
How to treat diarrhea in a Dachshund?
What you can do in case of diarrhea? First of all you should tell the dachshund his Deprive food and therefore temporarily on zero diet set. This includes no training treats and no chewing snacks in between.
Fresh drinking water but should of course still be available at any time!
If you have discovered worms in the feces, contact the veterinarian and get an Worming cure for your dachshund in practice from. After that the spook is often over quickly.
After a day or two, you can slowly make the dachshund light food offer. Rice with lean chicken breast is very suitable for this purpose. You can also cut some carrots into small pieces and cook them, or add a potato. If the feces become more solid again, you can slowly switch to the normal dry or wet food.
At what point does the Dachshund with diarrhea need to see a doctor?
But sometimes it is better not to wait 1-2 days at all. For example, if your dog other symptoms besides diarrhea has. These include fever, vomiting, exhaustion, listlessness, and the like.
Also with the following symptoms you should go quickly with the dachshund to the doctor's office:
– Bloody diarrhea – The Dachshund looks very weak and sick – Your dog does not drink and there is a risk of dehydration – High fever – Very watery diarrhea – Very long lasting and frequent diarrhea – Worm infestation – Poisoning (even if you only suspect it) – Feces covered or streaked with mucus – Your dog tries to defecate all the time, but nothing comes out
Free food check and food samples for dachshunds
The wrong food can also lead to illness, bad coat and itching. Are you
dissatisfied with your current dog food or you do not know what dog food you take should? Do you just want to try some feeds, matched to your dachshund , try?
ear infection – a case for the vet
The Dachshund has floppy ears and that's why it's important to inspect his pretty ears carefully from time to time. Because especially with hanging dog ears, a good ventilation is often not given. This, especially in combination with moisture, can be an excellent environment for fungi and bacteria its. Also Mites likes to make himself comfortable in the dog's ears, which can lead to significant impairments.
A dog that is struggling with ear problems may have, among other things, these Symptoms To recognize, which can occur singly or in combination:
Scratches his ears a lot and extensively. – Rubbing the face on the sofa or over a carpet. – Shakes his head a lot. – Has sometimes already scratched himself bloody, what further Infections can result (due to the resulting wounds). – The dachshund holds its Head crooked. – He has Balance problems or seems disoriented. – Often the ears smell unpleasant. ear canal. Around. – You find crumbly secretion in the auricle. – The ear is acting swollen. – You see injuries or inflammation, possibly already with pus formation. – The dachshund's ear appears reddened. – Your dog is sensitive to touch, if you want to scratch his ears.
With ear problems you should not even try to help your quadruped alone. It would be better if you go immediately to the vet. This can quickly identify the cause of the inflammation. Initiate appropriate therapy.
Because reasons for ear problems in Dachshunds are many:
– Allergic reactions (e.g.B. for insect bites) – Injuries (untreated or undetected) – Bacteria – Foreign bodies – Parasites (especially ticks and mites, but also fleas like to make themselves comfortable there) – Fungi due to good growing conditions (moisture and poor ventilation) – Clogged ear canals (caused for example by too much earwax)
The vet will check the ear thoroughly
examine, clean and disinfect and then find a suitable Medication administer. Normally you have to continue the necessary follow-up treatments at home for a few days and then the inflammation is over.
How to prevent my dachshund from ear problems?
Examine once a day briefly the ears of your dachshund. For example, in the evening when cuddling together on the sofa. Watch out for the first signs of disease, such as redness or scratches. Of course, you should also keep an eye on your dog's behavior. If he shakes a lot? If he seems restless. Scratches permanently on the head?
If the ears are dirty, clean them with a soft cloth (one for each ear) and moisten it a little, if it should be stubborn dirt. Of course you should dry everything well afterwards. This also applies, by the way, if you have been walking with your dog in the rain or if he has been bathed.
Use never use ear swabs To the cleaning. There is a risk of injury, for example, if the dachshund suddenly moves and you are cleaning the ear canal. Also never push the cloth into the ear canal. But always wipe from there to the outer edge of the auricle.
With much earwax help special ear lotions from the specialized trade or from the veterinary practice. These are instilled in the ears. Then gently massaged in. Afterwards your dachshund will shake himself and carry earwax, dirt and lotion residues outside. Wipe the ears well afterwards and ready.
My dachshund is too thin – What to do??
First you should take him to a vet to find out why your Dachshund is too thin and rule out health problems. It could for example Intestinal parasites, such as worms, behind the loss of weight, but also Infections, tumor disease, heart disease and other ailments.
Other causes include:
– fussy eater – wrong diet – food allergy – too small portions – hormonal changes – stress – weakened state of health (e.g.B. after surgery) – heat – changed living conditions (loss of caregiver, move, new baby, other pet, etc.) – new pet.).
Also it would be important to record if there are other symptoms as well. Feed high energy food, which is easy to digest. To get your Dachshund to a normal weight, try the following:
– Increase the usual amount of food only gradually. – There are also special performance and build-up food (There is also in powder form – ask your vet), so that your dog can gain weight. Several small food portions do not load the digestive system. Are better than 1-2 large meals. – Many dogs like noodles, which have often proven to be effective for feeding up. – the same applies to cottage cheese, broth, beef fat or chicken. – Also a complete change of food or a change to a different feeding method can lead to the desired success.
Dachshund drags hind legs – What to do??
If your dachshund drags his hind legs, this could be a sign of trembling Signs of a herniated disc (dachshund paralysis) or a Spinal cord trauma and is a symptom to be taken seriously. It is best to take your dog to a veterinarian who specializes in neurology. Surgery may be necessary and/or drug therapy may be needed.
Why should Dachshunds not walk down stairs? Can Dachshunds walk up and down stairs?
Of course dachshunds can walk stairs, but they should as little as possible may. A few steps at the front door are probably fine, but walking up and down one or more flights of stairs every day is unhealthy because it puts a lot of strain on the long back and promote slipped discs can. The spine is compressed when climbing stairs, which can lead to problems in the long run. Better you grab your crooked leg. Carry it simply in the stairwell. Fortunately, this is usually not a big problem with the dachshund.
Why do Dachshunds tremble?
There are many causes for trembling. If your dachshund has no undercoat (longhair and shorthair) he can have for example in cold weather trembling or because it is wet. Fear is also a possibility, of course, as well as joy, stress, and trembling due to excitement (reduces tension). The latter is more common in hunting dogs. Old dogs suffering from arthrosis suffer, also show muscle tremors. If your dachshund has just been very physically exhausted, he may also react with trembling until he has recovered.
However, there are unfortunately also Causes due to illness in question. Spondylosis, so a wear at the spinal column, would be absolutely conceivable with the dachshund. Likewise stroke, pain, poisoning or distemper. If the trembling does not disappear after a short time or after a recovery period on its own, consult a veterinarian immediately. The same applies if other symptoms are also present.
When does my dachshund have a fever??
Every dog has one quite personal normal temperature. This lies somewhere in the range between 37,5 and 39. To determine this normal temperature, you should take your dachshund's temperature from time to time, when he is completely healthy and relaxed. And under no circumstances after exercise or excitement. Note the temperature (for example in the first aid kit for your dog), so you always have it handy for reference. If you have two dogs, you must of course determine the individual temperature for both of them.
Between 39 and 40 °C your dachshund has mild fever. However, if your dog has a normal temperature of 39°C or he has just been physically exerting himself or has been excited/stressed, he may also have a slightly elevated temperature temporarily.
From 40 ° C is spoken of real fever. Sometimes the four-legged friends then also show that they are not well. You recognize fever apart from measuring but additionally by the following symptoms:
– Your dog's ears feel warm/hot – You notice an increased temperature when petting your dog – The dachshund pants a lot – Increased drinking can indicate a fever in the dachshund – The dog dozes a lot, is weak and sluggish
From 41 ° C your dachshund has high fever. If this continues over a longer period of time, this can become critical. Here should be with medicines a Fever reduction be initiated.
If the thermometer shows a temperature near the 42 °C mark, you must act immediately and quickly take your dachshund to the vet. Such a high fever is always a absolute emergency! From 42 °C the proteins in the body start to clump together. Can result in death (the same applies to humans, by the way).
Very important: Your dachshund should drink a lot when he has a fever. Often, however, the quadrupeds do not do exactly this. If you want to convince him, you can offer a little chicken broth, you moisten his dry food a little or give him a portion of wet food.
If he refuses even this, the vet may have to stabilize the fluid balance with infusions again.
If you had known? Normal temperature. Thus under no circumstances fever. Train to take a fever already in puppy age. You have less problems later in case of illness of your dachshund. If your four-legged friend is very defensive or even snaps, it is advisable to tie him up and possibly give him some food. have your dachshund wear a muzzle. You can also get help from a second person. Hold the tail of the dachshund upwards. Introduce the lightly greased thermometer. You can also make it more slippery with water. – Well proven are children's thermometers with a flexible tip. Here the risk of injury is lower. – Talk rearingly to your dog, wait for the beep and read the temperature. – Disinfect the thermometer afterwards or use disposable covers. – From 40 °C you should ask the vet if you should come by.
Poisoning in the dachshund
If your dachshund has eaten something that does not agree with him, you should not wait long, but immediately to a veterinarian go. Wrap your dog warmly and give him activated charcoal, if you know the dosage. Do not induce vomiting, as this often does more additional damage than help.
Take the poison bait or a sample of the substance eaten with you. Do not touch the animal with your hands! Use a glove or in an emergency a poop bag. It is best if you or a companion call from the road and describe the incident. This way, when arriving at the practice, the team is prepared. You will be treated preferentially as an emergency. So no important time is lost.
But not always the dog is observed to gulp down something forbidden. In addition, some poisonings develop gradually and over a long period of time. Rat poison, for example, sometimes shows its effect days later. There hardly an owner thinks of a poisoning, if the dachshund suddenly vomits or shows indisposition. Even with the wrong diet, signs of illness can slowly become apparent. And there are many foods that are not suitable for dogs (See Nutrition/Food).
What are typical symptoms of poisoning?
– Your dog salivates extremely – The Dachshund panting unusually much, although it is not particularly hot – Look at the gums. If it is very pale or almost white threatens the dog Circulatory failure! – gagging and/or vomiting – your dachshund shakes or has Cramps
– If you hear breathing noises or the dog has difficulty breathing? Do I need a dog health insurance. Dog surgery insurance for my dachshund?This is a financial question and not to be answered sweepingly. If you have a nice cushion on the account or do not need to worry about money in general, you can certainly do without such insurances.
If a larger operation causes you stomach ache or you are afraid that your dachshund could get a chronic disease, then an insurance makes sense. Get advice and compare absolutely offers, because not always the same is covered in case of damage. The sums insured can also vary considerably.
In addition, there is a difference between dog health insurance and a pure OP insurance. The former has the far higher insurance coverage and pays the cost of many procedures and treatments that may be necessary in the veterinarian's. This often even includes medications, routine procedures, examinations and diagnostic procedures (z.B. blood test, x-ray).
OP insurance, on the other hand, only pays for absolutely necessary operations (a castration counts z.B. usually not under necessary) and the associated preventive and aftercare treatments and diagnostic procedures.
If your dachshund has had an accident and the vet is going to x-ray him, the OP-insurance will only pay for the examination and the x-ray, if it shows the necessity of an operation and the dachshund goes under the knife. If, on the other hand, it turns out that the dachshund only has a bruise, the insurance does not pay, because the dachshund does not go to the operating room.
How to keep my dachshund healthy for a long time?
– Buy the dachshund puppy only from a reputable breeder who complies with health regulations and has his breeding animals tested for hereditary diseases. – Feed high quality and healthy food (no table scraps) and provide fresh drinking water widely. Being overweight makes you sick. Should therefore be avoided at all costs. – Sufficient exercise and occupation also helps. – Also mentally load the dachshund, this keeps the mind agile. Take care of family connection. Sufficient social contact with other four-legged friends. – Educate your dog! If the basic commands are correct, they can protect against dangerous situations (recall or walk at heel in heavy traffic, command "off" in case of poison baits etc.).) – Never transport your four-legged friend on your lap when you are driving, but use a secure or buckle it with a dog belt. Make your home (also balcony. Garden) dog safe. Complete the basic immunization. Keep refresher appointments. – Deworm and de-flea your dachshund regularly and of course whenever an infestation is detected. – Provide adequate dachshund grooming and watch for signs of illness such as coat problems, lumps under the skin, etc. during beauty treatments. – Good dental care can reliably prevent tartar and other diseases resulting from it. – Wash and maintain the accessories of your dachshund, such as food bowls, leashes, transport box, dog bed, brushes and the like. – Sort out damaged toys immediately and do not let the dachshund play with unsuitable things (sticks, tennis balls, socks, …)
What to do in case of false pregnancy?
Actually, should rather be avoided by Sham maternity because the maternal behavior occurs weeks after the heat and at about the time when the puppies would have been born (if there had been a mating).
If the false pregnancy is only mild, you must often do nothing at all. In more severe cases, it may help to increase the dog's activity and take away her puppy substitute (usually toys). bitch so relief. Reduce the swelling. If the bitch suffers a lot, does not eat, becomes bitey (defends her puppy substitute) or produces a lot of milk should under some circumstances can be treated with medication (hormones). Likewise could a castration makes sense be.
Please discuss this individually with a veterinarian. Bitches with false pregnancies also have an increased risk of contracting Mammary gland cancer to fall ill, Ovarian cysts to form or Uterus suppurations to get.
Have my dachshund bitch mated?
No. It has for your dachshund lady absolutely no advantage, have had puppies once. This is not beneficial to their mental, social or physical development. Nevertheless, this belief still persists. In nature, only the highest ranking female has the privilege of offspring. The other she-wolves simply help with the rearing offer protection to the puppies.
The medicine chest – prepared for small injuries
For small accidents and carelessness it is always advisable to have a little medicine chest to have at hand!
On bandages such as gauze bandages, gauze compresses, sterile Swabs, plasters and scissors, should not be spared in any case. Disposable gloves provide a good service in the treatment.
Quickly the quadruped has itself a heedlessly lying shard in the paw or cut himself on a sharp-edged object.
Tweezers and tick tongs or. Removal of various foreign bodies. Unwanted companions is equally indispensable.
Octenisept is especially helpful in disinfecting minor wounds, which are then treated with Bepanthen continue to be cared for.
A Cool pack helps provide rapid relief for minor burns and after insect bites.
Also include disposable syringes for wound irrigation and for the administration of medicines, as well as a suitable clinical thermometer in addition.
Foreign bodies in the mouth or in the paw can be well treated with a small Flashlight and one Magnifying glass be examined.
So that the dog does not bite itself is sometimes a Muzzle sensible.
For the first-aid kit you should also bring the necessary emergency medication, a blanket and a dog blanket tablets against travel sickness are supplemented!
Here you will find the medicine chest as a checklist:
– disposable syringes – cold pack – tablets against travel sickness – tweezers – muzzle – tick forceps – fever thermometer – gauze bandages and dressings – scissors – plaster – Bepanthen – disposable gloves – disinfectant – Tasschenlampe – magnifying glass