Author: Claire Bennett

I'm Claire Bennett, and I share my home with two dachshunds, Bruno and Pretzel, my miniature dachshund. Dachshund Guides is where I write down what living with them has taught me about feeding, training, health and everyday care, checked against vet and breed sources, so other owners can skip a few of the mistakes I made along the way.

Health & Care

Why Do Dachshunds Keep Licking Their Paws?

Why Is My Dachshund Licking Their Paws? The Real Reasons Behind This Common Habit I remember the first time I noticed my…
Dachshund Mixes

Dachshund Foxhound Mix: Your Complete Breed Guide

A dachshund foxhound mix crosses a German badger hunter with an American scent hound, so expect a dog that’s led by its…
Dachshund Mixes

Brittany Dachshund Mix: The Breed You Didn’t Know You Needed

The first time I came across a brittany spaniel dachshund mix, I did a genuine double take. Picture the lean, athletic energy…
Health & Care

Protecting Your Dachshund: The Ultimate Prevention Strategy

The summer arrived with its golden sunshine, afternoon barbecues, and park adventures but it also brought an unwelcome visitor to our backyard:…
Training & Behavior

Socialise Your Dachshund Puppy the Right Way

If you have ever watched a tiny dachshund puppy tuck its long little body behind your legs at the sight of a…
Training & Behavior

Why Dachshunds Howl and How to Handle It

If you have ever been jolted awake at 2 AM by a long, dramatic “awoooo” echoing through your house, you already know…
Health & Care

Trim Dachshund Nails Like a Pro at Home

Every dachshund owner has heard that dreaded click-click-click on the kitchen floor. You know the one. It’s your little sausage dog strutting…
Health & Care

Is It Too Cold To Walk Your Dachshund Today?

Picture this: it’s a crisp winter morning, your dachshund is doing his signature spin by the front door, tail wagging like crazy,…
Dachshund Varieties & Colors

Things About Owning a Dachshund

Why Dachshunds Have Stolen Millions of Hearts I share my home with two dachshunds, Bruno and Pretzel, and the things about owning…
Training & Behavior

Dachshunds and Kids: The Honest Truth

Are dachshunds good with children? It’s the question everyone Googles before adopting one, and there are two things behind it. A dachshund’s…
Vet & Insurance

Neuter Your Dachshund: What Every Owner Must Know

If you have ever typed “should you neuter your dachshund” into Google at midnight, sandwiched between puppy photos and vet bills, you…
Training & Behavior

Can Dachshunds Live With Other Animals?

When I first brought home my dachshund, I had a tabby cat already ruling the living room. My biggest fear? Chaos. What…
Health & Care

Dachshund Bad Breath: Causes, Fixes & When to Worry

If you have ever leaned in for a cuddle with your dachshund only to be hit with a wave of something truly…
Dachshund Mixes

Shetland Sheepdog Dachshund Mix: The Ultimate Guide

If you’ve ever looked at a fluffy Sheltie and a spirited Dachshund and thought, what would happen if these two had puppies?…
Training & Behavior

Why Do Dachshunds Hate the Rain?

Ever stood at your front door on a rainy morning, leash in hand, watching your dachshund plant all four paws firmly on…
Gear & Travel

The Best Dachshund Harness for Safe, Happy Walks

A harness is a sensible choice for many dachshunds, but it is not a back-protection device, and the research does not say…
Dachshund Mixes

Dachshund Pointer Mix: The Complete Owner’s Guide

Dachshund Pointer Mix: Full Breed Breakdown When I first came across a photo of a dachshund pointer mix, I did a double-take….
Training & Behavior

Can a Dachshund Be a Service Dog?

When I first saw a tiny dachshund trotting purposefully through a hospital corridor wearing a service vest, I had the exact same…