A Dachshund that barks and lunges at other dogs and people when out for a walk or away from the house is said to be “reactive”. Although this behavior stems out of fear, others can perceive it as yourDachshund being aggressive. AttentionSeeking Dachshunds are very social creatures, and t...
This can set your puppy up for developing arthritis later in life. Use ramps, or pick up your pup until they are about 3 months old. If your dog has the tendency to always leap off the stairs or deck, work to train them to a ramp. Luring them with a treat (to follow their nose...
“Mini” Frenchies will weigh anywhere between 14 to 22 pounds (6.4 to 10.0 kg). While “teacup” Frenchies can be around 9 to 14 pounds (4.1 to 6.4 kg). But these smaller versions of the French Bulldog are not accepted by the AKC. The main reason is that their features vary sligh...
Canine infectious respiratory disease complex (CIRDC) or “kennel cough” is a respiratory infection that is highly contagious in dogs.[1] It can give your pup a honking cough and cause them to feel like anything but themselves. So, how can you treat it, and are there ways to prevent ...
Walks are especially helpful if your dog is wearing a cone or collar, as they give your dog a safe opportunity to adjust.[17] Most dogs will acclimate to the cone within an hour if they know they are safe. Keep your dog on a short leash, and speak to it in a calm, soothing ...
Say your dog breaks a bone in their leg like their shin or elbow bone, and then tries to stand and walk on the damaged bone. Placing weight on the broken limb will not only increase the amount of pain your dog will experience, it will also...