If you are considering getting a dog for yourself or your family, you should consider getting a dachshund, which is one of the smallest dog breeds. Small dogs have become more popular in the public eye lately, probably due to the fact that there have been quite a few celebrity appearances with smaller dogs. The advantages of having a small dog are many. Some of these include portability, the ability to stay at home, fear of larger dogs, bonding, and maintenance.
Dachshunds can be taken just about anywhere. They are small enough to fit safely inside a special bag or a large bag designed especially for small breeds of dogs. These can be found at your local pet store or online. Also, more and more restaurants and retail stores are beginning to allow you to bring your small dog inside. This is definitely an advantage of having a small dog.
Dachshunds make good pets because they don’t take up a lot of living space, making them perfect for apartment living. Many apartments only allow small dogs. Food costs are also lower, because dachshunds require less food than larger dogs. The bigger your dog is, the more food you’ll have to feed him (and more will come out the other side!). This will save you money on your dog food bills. It could also save you money if you have to board your dog in a kennel or, if you’ve chosen one of the long-haired types, to be groomed. This also usually costs more, the larger the breed of dog. You may want to find out what the price differences might be from your local kennel and groomer.
As long as you take the time and care to choose the right dog, dachshunds tend to be less threatening to small children and other pets you may already have around the house. This is only true if your dachshund is well socialized. Smaller dogs are less scary than bigger dogs when it comes to cats. Some small dogs can become aggressive; so buy your dog from a reputable breeder where he can test both parents for aggressive tendencies, especially if she has young children.
Animals tend to form closer bonds with the people who care for them. These people become your people. This is possibly due to the dachshund breed’s size and the fact that you can take your dog with you almost anywhere. Smaller dogs seem less intimidating to people. This allows the owners to pamper and pamper them, and because of this bond they can be more protective than you might think.
One of the biggest advantages of owning a dachshund is that they are low maintenance. They don’t need a lot of exercise. Smaller dogs tend to shed less than larger breed dogs. This results in less masses to clean up. You still need to comb and groom your pet to make sure it’s well cared for.
There is a lot of information available about the dachshund breed, but with a little knowledge about the breed and enough space in your heart and home to love an animal, you should find the dachshund to be a great family pet.