High atop a sandy summit, a pair of Afghan Hounds, panting from their arduous ascent, stand scanning the horizon. The relentless sun of an Afghanistan summer afternoon pours down upon them. Suddenly, the Afghans see a gazelle headed toward a desert oasis for a drink. Instantly, they are coursing the sand after him, their legs…
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Leashes and collars are common accessories for all dog breeds. But Dachshunds are a little different than most and call for some special items that fit their unique nature. By all means, they will need a collar. Or, more accurately, you will need one for them because they are among the most independent breeds. But…
The title is a little misleading since no disease is truly common in Dachshunds. The overwhelming majority are born healthy and live long, mostly disease-free lives. Some minor health issues arise for nearly every dog at some point, even those who receive early vaccinations and excellent life-long care. Nevertheless, there are some conditions that tend…
Because of cross-breeding there are dozens of different Dachshund varieties. But they fall into just a few broad categories. The AKC recognizes three coat varieties and two sizes. Size Standard-size Dachshunds (the type most often seen in ads or commercials) are about 9 inches high at the withers (the top point of the shoulder blades).…
‘Dachshunds Are King’ the title reads. Well, at least they think so. That’s part of their charm. But they add to that with cute looks, curiosity and an adventurous spirit. They’re small, like most terriers. Like that breed to which they are distant cousins, they were bred to hunt small, tunneling animals. That has left…