Dachshund spinal health (IVDD) by coat and size type
A 2026 paper in the Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine looked at 4,295 Dachshunds from the UK, Norway, and Denmark to ask a practical question many breeders and owners care about: Does spinal health risk differ by coat type (smooth/long/wire) and by size (standard vs small)? The headline finding: smooth coats had worse spinal health metrics Across all three countries, smooth-coated Dachshunds were consistently associated with worse spinal health metrics compared with lon
First-time dog owner? Setting your puppy up for success
A few tips for new puppy owners we’re sure you’ll find useful.
A Welfare Standard for breeders and owners
The Kennel Club has published a Welfare Standard to ensure that all dogs and puppies are raised in safe, healthy, and caring environments.
Training Triumphs: Teaching your Dachshund to live politely with other pets
Image by Ilona Ilyés from Pixabay Accommodating all needs and personalities in a multi-pet household requires a proactive approach,...
Hairless Dachshund puppies - a new unhealthy development
Dachshund Health UK strongly condemns the breeding of hairless Dachshunds.
Is the proposed legislation to ban breeding of Dachshunds in Germany really in the best interest of the breed?
Many of our readers will have seen articles in the UK press over recent days describing proposed new legislation in Germany.
Dachshunds at Discover Dogs, Crufts 2024
Images from Discover Dogs 2024
Rolling Out Resolutions: Addressing Dachshund Obesity Through Diet
Obesity in dogs is a growing concern, and the stakes are even higher in Dachshunds due to their distinctive short legs.
Responsible dog breeding - The role of Breeders and Buyers in ensuring responsible ownership
If you are thinking of getting a Dachshund, you might be wondering where to find the best one for you.
Colour Dilution Alopecia - Kennel Club webinar
The KC webinar on Colour Dilution Alopecia, is online now.
