Tips for new Dachshund owners
Puppy Day 1
Bringing your new puppy home from the breeder
Exercise
How much exercise to give your puppy
Barking
Teach your puppy not to bark at people or dogs
Biting
How to stop your puppy mouthing and biting (video)
Toilet training
Our top tips for puppy house-training (1)
Body condition
Keep your puppy in good body condition and the right weight
Collar/Harness
Decide whether a collar and/or a harness is best
Toys and Teeth
What toys are safe, to avoid dental trauma?
Toilet training
How to get your puppy house-trained (2) + video
Lead training
Teaching your puppy to walk on a lead without pulling
Jumping & stairs
Be sensible about allowing your Dachshund access to stairs
Settle & quiet
Teaching your puppy to settle down quietly (video)
Neutering
Should I spay or neuter my Dachshund?
Separation
Teach your puppy to be alone without separation anxiety
Diet Supplements
Is it worth adding supplements to your dog's diet?
Crate-training
How to teach your dog to be happy and safe in a crate
Our Family Dog is a great resource with articles written especially for first-time dog owners.
We've added a list of additional links (below) with tips for new Dachshund owners. Every dog is different, so the advice given may or may not be appropriate for your Dachshund.