The Breed Standard also says: Exhibits which appear thin and undernourished should be severely penalised. Every Dachshund will be different and will need to be fed to keep his ideal weight for his frame. Judges have a responsibility to ensure that there are no welfare issues, particularly of Miniature Dachshunds, related to the weight clause in the Breed Standard.
You can download the Breed Council's Dach-Facts information sheet here. A dog is too thin if, when running your fingertips over its body without applying any pressure, you can:. Sometimes, young male dogs can go through a phase of not eating well and appearing underweight; such dogs would be best left at home until they body-up, rather than being shown looking thin.
Dachshunds should be shown in fit, well-muscled condition so that it is clear they could do the work for which they were originally bred. Here are some useful links on getting your dog's weight right:. Royal Canin Weight Management Clinic. Purina: Understanding your dog's body condition. Hill's Pet: Know the score. Miniature dachshunds need a minimum of 30 minutes exercise a day and standard dachshunds need 60 minutes or more, depending how energetic they are.
They may have slightly different exercise requirements, but both need to stretch their little legs every single day. Without any exercise , they will put on weight. Your dachshund might also be genetically predisposed to obesity. Genetics play a big part in whether your dachshund will get fat. You might need to reduce the amount of calories in his diet and increase his exercise too.
Weight gain can sometimes be a sign of illness so you must get this checked out first to rule out any serious conditions. A few treats throughout the day is OK but you really should limit them and stand firm. Sausage dogs are also prone to diabetes , and feeding them your food could increase their risk of becoming diabetic. If you want to know what sort of food your dachshund should be eating, click here.
Be patient with your dachshund. Your dachshund needs to lose weight slowly so take your time. So, there you have it. Dachshunds are prone to obesity and you do need to watch their weight.
If you enjoyed this article or found it helpful, please share below. Thank you! Alison Fleming is a creative entrepreneur and content creator from the UK. Both standard and miniature Dachshunds should appear low to the ground and have well-defined muscles. Prevention is always better than treatment. Regular veterinary appointments that include a complete physical examination, vaccinations, disease screening, and routine parasite prevention including flea, tick, and heartworm medications play a crucial role in keeping your pup healthy.
Like any purebred dog, Dachshunds are at higher risk for some health issues, which can compromise their quality of life and reduce their lifespan. When veterinary professionals think of Dachshunds, back problems, most commonly intervertebral disc disease, come to mind.
The clinical signs of Intervertebral disc disease IVDD can occur suddenly, prompting the need for an emergency veterinary visit.
While IVDD can sometimes be managed medically, in severe cases, it can progress to paralysis and require surgery to restore mobility in the affected dog.
Without surgery, your dog may lose their ability to walk and require significant nursing care and a wheelchair for the remainder of his or her life. We never know when the worst could happen to our beloved pet, which is why having a financial safety net in place is critically important to help unexpected vet costs.
Pet insurance can reimburse you for the cost of covered veterinary expenses , including treatment for illnesses and injuries. Kate Boatright, VMD, works as a small animal general practitioner, freelance speaker, and author in western Pennsylvania.
Since graduating from the University of Pennsylvania with her veterinary degree in , she has worked throughout Pennsylvania as both a general practice and emergency veterinarian.
Both in the clinic and outside of it, Dr. Boatright enjoys building relationships with her clients and educating pet owners on how they can keep their pets as healthy as possible.
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