Many people don't think that Dachshunds can hike. That's especially true for those that haven't owned a Dachshund. However, I've also heard many stories from other owners over the years about their Dachshund sitting at home. They say they didn't think theirs could hike but want to try it now that they saw us out| YouDidWhatWithYourWiener.com - Improving Dachshund's Lives Through Education ...
I feel the need to caution people about using harnesses on active dogs. I believe that harnesses are better than collars for dogs when they are being active. However, a harness does have one big downfall for active dogs. It can cause severe harness chafing if you're not careful. My warning harnesses chafing primarily applies| YouDidWhatWithYourWiener.com - Improving Dachshund's Lives Through Education ...
I hear it all the time: “What do I do when my Dachshund refuses to walk?” It’s not uncommon for me to hear stories of people who tried to take their Dachshund out for a stroll and their dog dug in - pulling in the opposite direction on the leash - refusing to take another| YouDidWhatWithYourWiener.com - Improving Dachshund's Lives Through Education ...
One of the most common question I receive when post pictures of my small dogs hiking is, "How far can they hike?" I recently announced plans for a 4-day backpacking trip. I will be hiking with my 11 lb miniature Dachshund Gretel for 7 – 10 miles a day. Someone left a comment on that| YouDidWhatWithYourWiener.com - Improving Dachshund's Lives Through Education ...
You may be wondering how much exercise your Dachshund needs. Specifically, how often you need to walk your dog per week and for how long. The short answer is that it varies by each particular Dachshund. Factors like age, health, mobility issues, and fitness level must be considered. Another thing to reflect on is their| YouDidWhatWithYourWiener.com - Improving Dachshund's Lives Through Education ...
