Dachshund

The dachshund is a short, elongated dog that was originally bred to aid hunters in driving out and chasing down badgers and other animals that inhabit underground burrows.

The dachshund is typically a clever, energetic and loving dog that gets along with children and adapts well to any living environment.American Kennel Club (AKC):[1] According to the Dachshund Club of America, "the Dachshund craves being the center of all family activities, and he is not a dog well suited to being an outside pet." http://www.akc.org/pdfs/breeds/ClubFlierPDFs/Dachshund.pdf

The dachshund is susceptible to Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD), a condition that causes discs within the vertebrae of the spine to rupture and place force directly on the spinal cord. This condition causes the dog great pain and even paralysis in more severe cases.American College of Veterinary Surgeons: [1]

There are rescue groups around the U.S. and the world which specialize in dachshunds (as there are for most breeds). Some are sanctuaries that take in unwanted dachshunds, nurse them back to good health, and then adopt them out. Some are more like facilitators that help match up rescuers with someone who has a dachshund that can no longer be properly taken care of.

Here is a list of just a few of the organizations in 14 states and Canada: http://adopt-a-dachshund.adoptapet.com//search_multi_form?tmpl=search_dogs_44#shelter_links

If you know of other dachshund adoption or rescue organization, please leave a comment below with the contact information, or click on the Page Manager's link and send a private "direct question".

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• • This page was initially created by Mindy H, a Part Time Guide in the Mahalo Greenhouse (see the original), and curated by Jonathan.