Anyone here has a Dachshund cross ?
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The misses has been going on for ages about getting a little doggy, but with me doing 12 hour shifts and her being out of the house for just under 12 hours a day as well (commuting to London hospital) it wasn't really an option.
But she's getting a job close to home now (10 min away) for a local pct, so the doggy has come into the discussion again.
I don't know much about dogs but she had dogs as kid and worked in a kennel looking after dogs when she was like 16, so it'll be mainly her input on what we're getting, and i think she wants a dachshund vs jack russel cross.
Anyone got any type of dachshund ? I'd just like to hear some experiences, and maybe some tips/advice please. Ta
There are a few of us on PH with Dachs, I don't know anyone with a cross though. Look at the pics thread and the Wiki.
Dachshunds are scent hounds like beagles & bassetts - tiny dogs in a real dog skin. Similar to JRTs they are determined and wilful - with affection in bucket loads. Wirehairs even more terrier like as they have genetic links. Look at the dachshund forum or owners club and there are two active owners groups in London and Brighton find them on Facebook. Everyone will tell you how amazing they are to own.! Cos they are not sure I'd go for a cross because I'd want to know a dog was healthy and they can be prone to health issues. Good breeders will ensure your dog is sound
Dachshunds are scent hounds like beagles & bassetts - tiny dogs in a real dog skin. Similar to JRTs they are determined and wilful - with affection in bucket loads. Wirehairs even more terrier like as they have genetic links. Look at the dachshund forum or owners club and there are two active owners groups in London and Brighton find them on Facebook. Everyone will tell you how amazing they are to own.! Cos they are
not sure I'd go for a cross because I'd want to know a dog was healthy and they can be prone to health issues. Good breeders will ensure your dog is sound Medic-one said:
Cheers for that matey.
I think she said dachshunds are prone to back problems so by getting a cross breed there would be chance of that, isn't that right then?
Generally correct. Lots of pure breed pedigree dogs have breed associated genetic issues, and having a cross will usually cancel out the bad element from both parents.I think she said dachshunds are prone to back problems so by getting a cross breed there would be chance of that, isn't that right then?
Yes, re cross breeds - what I meant was that i'd rather know where dog came from and have the full history as they can be prone to eye, back and joint probs. need to do your research - hundreds of puppies on web 'with papers' but from over bred b
hes. I would get a JRT and a Dachs - keep each other company!
Mine walked the coast path from Lulworth to Durdle Door yesterday and we're on hol in a VW California... They love outdoors!
OP If you are local ish I have a friend with 4 choc and tan pups
hes. I would get a JRT and a Dachs - keep each other company! Mine walked the coast path from Lulworth to Durdle Door yesterday and we're on hol in a VW California... They love outdoors!
OP If you are local ish I have a friend with 4 choc and tan pups
We've got what we're sure is a Duchshund/ JRT cross. We got her as a young pup 8 years years ago (she was very skinny looking like she hadnt been fed for some time, and very small - lived with gypsies who also had 3 rottwielers). What can I say, she's adorable, funny, playfull and still reckons she's a puppy.
One thing I've certainly noticed is how much she relies on her older/bigger sister for comfort/protection as well as a play mate(Boxer/Border Terrier cross) and actually panics without her
So really I'd say from my experience theyre lively to say the least - My dog continues to terrorise the Postman every morning, and has a love of stuffed toys, and scaring passers by - keeping me on my feet! Just get used to it if you get one!
One thing I've certainly noticed is how much she relies on her older/bigger sister for comfort/protection as well as a play mate(Boxer/Border Terrier cross) and actually panics without her
So really I'd say from my experience theyre lively to say the least - My dog continues to terrorise the Postman every morning, and has a love of stuffed toys, and scaring passers by - keeping me on my feet! Just get used to it if you get one!
Be careful. There was as study done to try and figure out which breeds are most likely to bite people; the Daschund was top and the JRT was third!
You could be dealing with a monster.
You could be dealing with a monster.
durbster said:
Be careful. There was as study done to try and figure out which breeds are most likely to bite people; the Daschund was top and the JRT was third!
You could be dealing with a monster.
I wonder if this is because small, 'cute' dogs don't get disciplined by their owners in the same way as large ones. Consequently bad behaviour traits are allowed to take root and become established.You could be dealing with a monster.
Parents have had two Daccys first we lost at six with back problems but was the most intelligent and sensitive dog I have ever met.Second one lived to seventeen! but was a little snappy.On the whole though great dogs,very intelligent,at times you fel the human race was created to cater for the Dachshunds every whim.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9e_pfeKJNk0
The second one doing his sitting up party trick.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9e_pfeKJNk0
The second one doing his sitting up party trick.
i've got a mini daxi... he's great... they don't really like being left alone for long periods though as they are pack dogs at heart (so need company) and are very intelligent so get very bored very quickly.
the risk with a cross is that you will either get the best traits from both breeds or the worst.... it's a total game of roulette.
daxis are seriously wonderful dogs, but as already said here, they are very very fragile (and unfortunately, their boisterous spirit doesn't seem to take that into consideration) so you need to make sure that you have the very best insurance possible (think circa £30 a month for Petplan life cover).
the risk with a cross is that you will either get the best traits from both breeds or the worst.... it's a total game of roulette.
daxis are seriously wonderful dogs, but as already said here, they are very very fragile (and unfortunately, their boisterous spirit doesn't seem to take that into consideration) so you need to make sure that you have the very best insurance possible (think circa £30 a month for Petplan life cover).
Good as Gold by raf_gti, on Flickr
Another excuse to post this pic
Wonderful, wonderful dogs, as has been said previously they have a huge personality in a small body, IMO they don't have 'small dog syndrome' but they will certainly let you know who is boss.
We lost one to back problems at only 6 yrs old
I don't believe that they have genetically bad backs, rather their 'sausageness' exaggerates any problem which another breed would simply shrug off.I had a half wirehaired standard daschund terrier cross for 18 years,great dog intelligent,loyal,the only downside was that he spent most of his life underground,lost an eye to either a badger or a fox one day and was out hunting again the follwing day stitches and all no doubt back at the same earth.his litter brother and sister was the opposite never went underground a day in their lives.one of the best dogs i ever had,a friend in scotland has one,great dog....
Edited by dhf on Tuesday 3rd July 22:25
TheFungle said:
Good as Gold by raf_gti, on Flickr
Another excuse to post this pic
Wonderful, wonderful dogs, as has been said previously they have a huge personality in a small body, IMO they don't have 'small dog syndrome' but they will certainly let you know who is boss.
We lost one to back problems at only 6 yrs old
I don't believe that they have genetically bad backs, rather their 'sausageness' exaggerates any problem which another breed would simply shrug off.Don't really know anything about the crosses, but when we went for our first dogs we had to go for the Dachshund mini. My mother in law had two which had amazing personalities and were a constant source of fun. One unfortunately had a serious back issue which meant it was put to sleep, which was gutting.
However we went ahead and got theses two rascals, Hemi (19 months) and Lincoln (9 months). They are half brothers who share the same dad, but they are so different from each other, however they do share the same playful character and both are amazingly affectionate. They really like a good rummage around in the outdoors as much as they like a proper cuddle in the evenings.
From my experience they can suffer from separation anxiety in a big way and much of my early training of these two has centred around crate training and leaving them alone to build independence and confidence. They are pretty good together, no fighting and we can leave them for 2-4 hrs in full knowledge that they'll be fine and are happy enough with each others company.
They can be stubborn to train as well, training needs to be consistent and persistent. Once they get it they keep it. They have amazing memories and are very very smart.
Hemi aged 3.5 months
Mine are a bit barky when out in public, they are great with people but mine seem very wary around other dogs, perhaps that's as much my fault as it is their defensive nature. Hemi is fine when he meets dogs after showing initial caution, Lincoln however would go for anything, he's about 15cm off the ground and 34 cm long but a fully grown rottie is fair game it seems. . .Socialisation is key! and I have some work to do on that front with Lincoln.
Mine are both KC registered and I really tried to find dogs with good healthy parents. There are back issues, knee joint issues and other problems I'm less aware of, with the back issues being my real worry which has shaped how I trained these guys. They know not to climb stairs and more importantly not to go down them. . .not to jump off high stuff etc. . .
However we went ahead and got theses two rascals, Hemi (19 months) and Lincoln (9 months). They are half brothers who share the same dad, but they are so different from each other, however they do share the same playful character and both are amazingly affectionate. They really like a good rummage around in the outdoors as much as they like a proper cuddle in the evenings.
From my experience they can suffer from separation anxiety in a big way and much of my early training of these two has centred around crate training and leaving them alone to build independence and confidence. They are pretty good together, no fighting and we can leave them for 2-4 hrs in full knowledge that they'll be fine and are happy enough with each others company.
They can be stubborn to train as well, training needs to be consistent and persistent. Once they get it they keep it. They have amazing memories and are very very smart.
Hemi aged 3.5 monthsMine are a bit barky when out in public, they are great with people but mine seem very wary around other dogs, perhaps that's as much my fault as it is their defensive nature. Hemi is fine when he meets dogs after showing initial caution, Lincoln however would go for anything, he's about 15cm off the ground and 34 cm long but a fully grown rottie is fair game it seems. . .Socialisation is key! and I have some work to do on that front with Lincoln.
Mine are both KC registered and I really tried to find dogs with good healthy parents. There are back issues, knee joint issues and other problems I'm less aware of, with the back issues being my real worry which has shaped how I trained these guys. They know not to climb stairs and more importantly not to go down them. . .not to jump off high stuff etc. . .
Edited by xspencex on Wednesday 4th July 15:14
aw they do look very sweet.
I've ordered two puppy training books of Amazon to read up a bit before we ge one, though I'm a bit worried after reading you can leave them alone for 2 - 4 hours. I do 12 hour shifts so am gone for nearly 13 hour, and the misses, if she gets this new job, will be able to walk the doggie in the morning at seven but will then be doing 8 - 17 or similar so they will be alone for like 9 hours then.
we live in a ground floor flat so there's no stairs, and we got a cat flap into our big garden, so doggy would be able to get out, but then if they are diggers would they be able to dig under the fence into the neighbours gardens? there already is a "tunnel" made by a fox to next door so the ground is soft enough.
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