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12 Things You Need To Know Before Getting a Dachshund

Published: Apr 30, 2019 · Modified: May 4, 2021 by Mary Clark · This post may contain affiliate links

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Whether you are a first-time Dachshund owner, or haven't owned one in a long time, or thinking of getting one. You might want to read these 12 things you need to know before getting a Dachshund.

#1 They are more likely to bite than a pit bull.
Dachshund sitting on the floor with its begging face
#2 They are clever and will train you.
black and white dapple Dachshund lying down on the floor
#3 Never trust them when it comes to food.
black and tan dapple Dachshund sitting on the floor with its begging face
#4 Don’t be tricked by their small size…they can still force you to cling to the edge of a king-sized bed.
brown and cream dapple Dachshund giving a paw
#5 They’re charming little dogs that have great personalities.
brown Dachshund in the sand
#6 They definitely know they own you.
dapple Dachshund puppy on a woman's hand
#7 They are very territorial and vocal about it, and everything in their sight is their territory.
Dachshund on the bed with one treats in its mouth
#8 Those little legs are surprisingly fast.

black and brown Dachshund looking up with its mouth open
Toss it! Toss it!

#9 They sometimes overestimate their capabilities.
Dachshund puppy on top of the billiard table while playing tug of war with a German Shepherd dog
#10 Their love, snugs, and loyalty are unmatchable.
Dachshund sitting on the couch
#11 If there’s a spare human body part anywhere… They will sit on it.
dapple Dachshund on a driving man's shoulder while also looking at the road
#12 Once you go Dach, you don’t go back.

dapple Dachshund inside a cardboard box

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