There are many things to consider when purchasing a dachshund puppy. I’d like to go over some of the most important things to know before making that decision.

1) Find a reputable dachshund breeder. Contact registries like the American Kennel Club to see if the breeder is considered up to date. This applies to most dog searches.

2) Ask if he is ready to have a puppy. There are many expenses associated with a puppy, as well as the time commitment to help him become an ideal fur child for the family.

3) Develop a comprehensive list of questions to ask the breeder. Example: How long have you been raising dachshunds? Why did you start breeding doxies? Do you have references from people who have bought your puppies, especially those in your area?

4) Research quality dachshund food to ensure your pup has a fully balanced nutritional diet. A good resource for adult and puppy dachshund food is dachshundpuppyusa.com.

5) Find a good vet. Visit the doctor and staff in person to see if you feel they are caring and compassionate. Friends and neighbors can be an excellent source of referrals.

6) Consider whether a senior rescue puppy or dog would be more suitable for your family. There are countless dachshund rescues that have many wonderful dogs looking for a good home.

7) Make sure you have found a local dog trainer who can help you train your dachshund puppy. We have found that PetSmart has good facilities and trainers. You should always check how a trainer works before signing up for a class to make sure you are comfortable with their methods.

8) When budgeting for a puppy, remember: destroyed flip flops, a trip to the vet because they ate something they shouldn’t have, toys, treats, beds, housing, or sitters.

9) Take the time to learn about the health issues the dachshund breed could face so that you can ask the right questions of breeders.

10) Before buying a puppy from a breeder, use resources like social media, do some research on Google and dogbreederreport.com to see if there is anything that might show a red flag.

Also, take your time and respect breeders who care. Do everything you can to defend the beloved dachshund.

I hope the tips above have given you an idea of ​​what it takes to get off to a good start with your dachshund puppy. The two main things to remember when getting a doxie are consistency in training and lots of hugs and kisses. The dachshund breed is a truly amazing dog. They are a small breed that clearly does not know that they are small. They have to run the show. The breed is ultra bright, motivated and they love to snuggle. If you’ve been looking for a lively, individually unique, snuggling breed, doxies make an excellent match.