FIVE Things You Should Have Before Bringing Your DACHSHUND PUPPY Home

In this video I cover five top things to think about before bringing your puppy home. I have found most things on Amazon here but the two extra dog coat companies are also listed below:
Just to note - with regards the bones - go for the larger knuckle type bones not the thinner rib bones as these may splinter I believe - always review items yourself before purchasing for your dog, I am not a vet or dog trainer.
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Our History
We were only getting one puppy, Gracie but then fell in love with Sapphire, Saffy for short and couldn't let her go. Mum is a black and tan and Dad is a chocolate dapple. Gracie is a silver dapple and Saffy is a silver dapple with white. We are fully aware of double dapple issues but she was not bred from two dapples and is very healthy so far. We would not breed from her either.
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[@jgsmile1331]

We loved our mini doxie for 16 years. We miss her. Great companion and friend.

[@Thatsutterlyinsane]

Hey! I just saw your comment, and I just got a chocolate mini Dachshund. Is there anything I need to know? I have a couple other questions if you don’t mind me asking

[@jgsmile1331]

@@Thatsutterlyinsane Treat him well and becareful of his back. They have ramps for getting on the couch etc.

[@deborahol]

​@jgsmile1331 Aww, I'm sorry about your doggie and best friend. This is my biggest concern. When buying a pup, is there anything you can do like, ask the breeder certain questions regarding health history of parents? Or is ivdd simply pot bad luck? I wish I knew what to do or who to buy from. My son is getting one and it's the one things I'm worried most about.

[@jgsmile1331]

@@deborahol Our doggie was a rescue. They ppl decided they didn't want to do the work involved in having a dog. We were glad to have her; she was a smart, loving young dog with an agreeable personality. We still miss her. She was supposed to be a pure breed, no papers. Others that have gotten pure breeds not necessarily of this breed commented that breeders that want the puppy back if it does not workout in your home were the best bet to get a puppy from. Ask for names of ppl that have gotten a puppy from the breeder and contact them. Also talk to the vet they use in their business. Another vet can check out the puppy before you buy I would assume. Best wishes. No matter what you get love them and give them the best home you can and you will be greatly rewarded for it.

[@deborahol]

@jgsmile1331 I know certain people don't deserve to be in the presence of a dog, let alone own one. Well, I'm just glad she found you and was able to enjoy the majority of her life being well taken care of and loved endlessly like she deserved. Yeh, I was looking at some breeders again just yesterday and found one that said the parents were tested and both scored the lowest for ivdd. I didn't even know that could be done, so that was really reassuring. Our new member of the family will be treated like royalty, just like our cats, and I wouldn't have it any other way. My grandparents always had dachshunds, but it's only recently after researching so much that I found out about this terrible back problem. I'm glad you never had any problems, too, and I'm sure you've got so many amazing memories in your mind of times with your beloved girl.

[@verminhost]

My dachshund is 17 years old now and still going strong with no IVDD!!! I know i am unbelievably lucky, and I've found myself going through all of these tips through years of trial and error. I'm glad you are using this guide to prepare others while they still have their puppies! As long as you protect their backs (and keep their noses out of trouble) they will be in your life for a very, very long time!

[@gracieandsapphire]

It's a very worrying thing IVDD, I'm going to talk a bit more but it's only based on my research, lovely to hear about your little one and 17 is a fantastic age ❤️ x

[@MikeRussell517]

Mine will be 15 this year. He lost use of his hind legs one week a couple years back. Miraculously got better after some laser treatments and supplements.

[@leelashope8971]

My doxie girl lived two months past her 17th birthday, and like yours she had no trouble with IVDD. She was very healthy I only fed her homemade dog food, the recipe was one put together by a vet with supplements. She died of old age, she had a very happy life with lots of love, and snuggles. I miss her so very much she was my heart.❤

[@karenbisset4753]

Ya. Just lost my 17 yr old trudi in May. Great dog❤

[@bethsojourner6798]

I've had 3 doxies and none have had a problem with IVDD. I think it may be more of a genetic problem. But that doesn't mean not to take steps to protect their backs. Rosie was 18.5 when I lost her, Cinnamon is 16 this month and Jasmine is 12ish. Cinnamon is pretty blind due to cataracts but she still navigates OK.

[@jadedbelle4788]

Lol. I think i just found my spirit animal. Get up, do my thing then back to snuggle in soft, fluffy blankets.

[@gracieandsapphire]

That would be a good day, every day! 😄

[@DS-mh5hb]

lol

[@sharkman5735]

I have a Tshirt that reads “Dachshund is my spirit animal!”

[@KayXoXo4]

My dachshund girl is 14 weeks old today.. she loves to burrow into blankets also. Between her bed and blanket lol. Super cute.

[@gracieandsapphire]

They do love a good blanket, thanks for watching ❣️

[@rta3738]

Dachshunds were bred to burrow. It’s in their DNA.

[@TheWriterNW]

I love watching your daschaunds. Reminds me of my daschaund I had. You channel is my absolute favorite!

[@gracieandsapphire]

You really are kind, thank you x

[@sylvannascheepers6922]

I love how the 2 girls are demonstrating every tip/trick you give us!!! Especially how Saffy snuggled herself under their bed while you were talking about blankets and burrowing 😂❤❤❤ Subscribed!!

[@gracieandsapphire]

Thanks so much! X

[@S.E.C-R]

I agree with all of this… We haven’t had too many serious issues with our 16 week old black & tan brothers chewing, they do get into things they shouldn’t sometimes but we quickly divert their attention to their chews and toys, we also use bitter apple to keep them from chewing what they shouldn’t and it works well. Speaking of them burrowing, we got ours tons of blankets and also carpeted cat scratchers that they can get inside of that they love playing in. It’s like they’re getting into a hole. They also get up in the morning around 7am to go out to potty and go back to sleep for a couple hours also. We also are using collars that so far they’ve done great with. We’ve used the Gentle Leads on our big dogs for pulling and they’ve been a game changer, but we never had to use them on our Doxie’s. None of them have ever pulled, in fact they usually want to be carried for their walk, lol. We’re curious about feeding raw, we’ve never done that but want to with our new boys. I’ll be checking out what videos you have about feeding raw.

[@ishouldbesleeping1354]

I have a large male Dalmatian, yet here I am zoned into your video, not missing a moment of cuteness!

[@anthonydolio8118]

Excellent video. You are an excellent care taker and I know it is all worth it for your babies.

[@sonjafischer3181]

Thank you SO much! I have already shared my life with 3 Dachshunds and am about to have another. I was just thinking about what to buy and you popped up on the KZbin! You are brilliant! Thank you!

[@gracieandsapphire]

That's great and very exciting that you are getting another, thanks for watching ❣️

[@teaeyedoubleguhur]

I had three doxies growing up and I lost Hilde to IVDD in my first year at uni. It only took me 40 years to be able to open my heart to another dachshund. Then I adopted Trinket, a rescued chocolate dapple smooth. Trinket died in October 2023 at the age of 15 and this October we welcomed Elvis, a black and tan longhair. He is asleep at my feet as I type.

[@junebhattacharjee9669]

My sweet girl Teddy has all these stuff she really enjoys the warm blanket and her many colourful jerseys ❤️

[@gracieandsapphire]

They really do love a blanket x

[@barbarawalker3346]

Hi Gracie and Sapphire ❤️, it's nice to meet you ❤️🐶🐾🌟👍🌻❤️🐶🐾🌟👍🌻

[@gracieandsapphire]

And you, thank you 😊

[@Funkx2g]

Can allllllways repair or renew, even replace, that old velcro God, the coats look so cute ❤

[@kristinedocken6933]

Thank you for these great suggestions. We have a mini dachshund and strive to get her the best products for a healthy, happy life ❣️

[@rebeccamandelos3164]

Just ‘discovered’ you ! I am thinking of adopting a Dachshund. Keep up the good work. ♥️

[@J3nniferLynn]

Great video! I’m glad to see you mentioning Halti Collars. We use one with our Golden Retriever because she is full of energy and strength, and it helps us control her humanely. We’ve never used one on our mini Doxies, but this is a great idea.

[@gracieandsapphire]

It really helps and now we rarely need them, they are definitely perfect for big dogs x

[@ellencoelho16]

I had two doxies, at different times, please emphasize, that too much jumping hurts their backs! They are very prone to disc problems! My poor baby Fritz spent time at the vets on complete bed rest! I wouldn’t have any other dog than a daschund! They are so lovable and sweet!

[@debbieham990]

I love these little dogs so much. ❤

[@ivyradwan]

most helpful dachshund video i've seen yet!!

[@TheViragoRose]

Hello! I have just subscribed to your channel and can't wait to learn everything I can from you. Currently waiting on my Dachshund being born 😅 but I'm getting in as much research as I can 😊

[@gracieandsapphire]

Thank you, another great channel is Lenny and six Dachshunds, she's a great help for me, hope your little one has a safe birth xx

[@jeannejett2299]

Hello Gracie & Saffy! It's great to see you. Thanks for the updates and recommendations, they are very helpful. Stay warm! ❤️🐾🐾❤️

[@gracieandsapphire]

Thank you, lovely to hear from you xx

[@natalierobinson5951]

Thank you for sharing this info. I love my dachshunds! 🩷💙

[@jwhite9825]

Love the crate/ fencing. Nice and large!

[@LocalFoe]

Wonderful video. If I may suggest a topic, please do a video on how to pick up a doxie. My friends and family always want to hold my dachshunds (Smallz, Django, Bebe & Goose), and I always find myself reminding them to please use two hands, front and back. It's imperative to prevent back injuries. Thank you for the video, and much love to you, Gracie and Sapphire. Enjoy

[@cynthiachambers4105]

Good Afternoon Bella, Gracie, Saffy and Family, Missed You All 😘. I remember My Foster Dachshund Reggin LOVES to smuggled up in Bed with Me under the covers. I Pray all is WELL and Thanks for the Adorable Videos 📹 Have a God Blessed Merry Christmas and Happy New 2023 Year. Enjoyed and Blessings From Pennsylvania,USA 🙏❤️🥰😇🐕🎄

[@gracieandsapphire]

Lovely to hear from you, snuggling under a blanket is there most favourite, have a wonderful holiday season and thank you for your kindness xx

[@karendoohan-gulliksen545]

Thanks for this information - Gracie and Saffy are gorgeous💖. I have had dogs (big and small) for the last 30 years, and have found the Halti to be the absolute best for walking our dogs. I would absolutely recommend the Halti to all dog owners. (just be aware that some dogs get rather annoyed with them and can wriggle around and chew them off...ask me how I know this 🤦‍♀🐕)

[@gracieandsapphire]

Thank you, it's great to hear you think this, I find the halti's a life saver, we have a calmer more controlled walk with time on lead and off lead fun too. They are both gradually learning to respond to the word heel too so much better all round. Thanks for watching and commenting ❣️x

[@jstanders6973]

Thank you so much for all the kind and thoughtful advice. I am hoping to get a little rescue Dash soon 🌹

[@gracieandsapphire]

Thank you for watching and hope it goes well x

[@marierother4983]

My Henry loves his blankets

[@kansasgirl73]

Our Miss Snickers loves her blankets

[@gracieandsapphire]

What a fantastic name!

[@mistywilcher]

Omg!! I've been watching u for about 5 mths now.. I have a mini Silver dapple doxie.. she's 6mths old now.. they are amazing dogs

[@gracieandsapphire]

Thank you for watching and they really are unique characters ❣️

[@pamelaparker508]

What nice walks in the countryside!!

[@plutonianenigma8724]

great informational vid.... very entertaining as well. Thank you

[@damamae950]

Good information. Thinking about a dachshund at some point.

[@Suntan38]

This video info is awesome. Thank you for sharing. All 3 of your fur babies are so cute!! I also struggle with finding a proper fitting sweater for my doxie to wear in the house.

[@gracieandsapphire]

Thanks, yes, I find it hard to get a coat that fits right, washes well and lasts, thanks for watching x

[@YouDidWhatWithYourWiener]

Gracie and Sapphire are cute. I have two dapple Dachshunds too (Chocolate dapple). I agree with your list of must-haves for a Dachshund puppy.

[@gracieandsapphire]

Thank you and chocolate dapples are gorgeous, the dad of out two is chocolate dapple, thanks for watching ❣️ x

[@natasaandrejevic2634]

Beautiful and very useful video. Gracie and Sapphire are so cute, very stylish and smart dachshunds 💕😍I adore dachshunds ❤ They are simply the best dogs ❤

[@gracieandsapphire]

Thank you! They certainly are very smart and just so loving, thanks for watching ❣️

[@carolinavasconcelosdecarva4364]

Hello from Portugal! Thank you this great video!

[@gracieandsapphire]

Thanks for watching ❣️

[@charlottehansen1817]

I’ve used a stiff toothbrush to clean Velcro. An alternative is to sew clasps on each end to clip together and you’ll never have to worry about Velcro

[@gracieandsapphire]

Yes, that's definitely crossed my mind, thanks!

[@georgiemummaof6933]

Thank you, great advice. We are getting a mini dachshund today so need all the advice we can get x 😊

[@gracieandsapphire]

Very exciting, hope it goes well 😀 x

[@Cmm474]

That’s why I’m here also lol so excited for our girl to come home

[@eleanorcyr7712]

Great helpful info. Thanks , Eleanor

[@zairacuevas7066]

Just bought everything you recommended ❤

[@nathalymendez1031]

I love this vide! Thank you for the wonderful advice. I have two minis and they do exactly this with blankets😭💕

[@gracieandsapphire]

They need blankets so much, they are very funny 😁 x

[@lauragrillo27]

Lovely video! Yes we got two young rescues and they keep chewing their beds lol

[@gracieandsapphire]

We've been through several beds and I've stitched a few up, they are getting better as they get older x

[@italiangirl2440]

Because of their long backs every one of my dachshunds are taught to not get on the furniture. They learn that I pick them up and I put them down. The reason for this is because even though you have ramps they tend to jump off the furniture anyway and that can cause major problems with their backs. My friend stopped feeding her dogs raw meat due to E.coli and other things that are bad with raw meat. It made one of her dogs deathly sick. Bully sticks are amazing treats they last a very long time and you don't have to worry about choking hazard. They are one ingredient 100% natural and my dachshunds love them

[@perandrehestad307]

Thanks for vid. Made me chose another dog race than Dachs 🤗 the chewing got me

[@gracieandsapphire]

They are definitely demanding and need lots of time, my other dog is a Shihtzu cross and was sooo much easier as a puppy x

[@bethsojourner6798]

They may be strong chewers but their teeth are not necessarily that strong. I used to give mine bones to chew until Rosie got a slab fracture. She had to have the tooth pulled and the vet cautioned against giving them bones. Just something to be aware of. And yes there are small blankets everywhere. They have steps by the couch and a ramp by the bed. Also doxies have a tendency to become overweight so one needs to guard against that. But they are a joy to have in the house.

[@scarlettzo]

I have had the same experience with my adorable Dachl, Siggi, now 5 years old. I used to give him bones to chew. Three months ago when he was being inspected for return travel from Europe to the US the vet discovered that BOTH his upper back teeth were fractured, one a few months previously and the other right at the time of inspection. Both teeth had to be pulled. He is fine now, but it hurts me to know that Siggi must have had toothache. And, unbelievably, he never gave a sign that he was in pain. I just shudder to think of it. In our case I think one thing that might have done the damage was a piece of a deer antler, a real one bought in a pet shop, which I remember as being heavy and as hard as concrete. I clean his teeth with an enzyme toothpaste. My only problem with that is that we have a little battle to get the toothpaste on his teeth before he licks it all off to eat it!!!

[@bethsojourner6798]

@@scarlettzo My Rosie didn't act like she was in pain either. The vet found it during a cleaning appointment and pulled the tooth. She was fine afterwards. Rosie lived to 18.5. Now her younger sister, Cinnamon 16, is starting to go down hill. She was not doing well the last 2 days but today she seems better. I need to call the vet to help determine the best course of action. Hope you and Siggi are doing well. 😊😊

[@bethsojourner6798]

Another thing about dachshunds is their oral hygiene is really important. They have a tendency to build up tartar very easily. Brushing is recommended and my vet had me get an additive for their water. Jazzy's breath has gotten much better since we started using it. Also, of course, annual cleanings.

[@bisquitngroovy]

What water additive did you get?

[@bethsojourner6798]

@@bisquitngroovy the additive is called Oxyfresh and I got it from Chewy. The directions say to use 1/8 - 1/4 teaspoon per 8 oz. of water. It comes in a 16 oz. bottle and I'm still using the bottle I got in July. I forget how much it cost. Hope this helps.

[@tildatea]

This is great! I have been getting antler for my mini doxie and gets through a small antler in 3 days! I shall be watching your video on raw feeding as this is something I want to do for my dog as found tinned food is not great and my doxie ends up pooping everywhere 🙃

[@hanla5892]

Adorable dogs❤❤❤❤ thank you for video😊

[@cocoagirl6693]

Yep the German Dackel does get back problems but I love the German Dackel I don’t see the wire haired or long haired in America to much though

[@PickleAllergy]

thank you for this! I'm looking into getting my first Dachshund ( or 2!) this helps. Also getting some serious pet insurance :)

[@rodentcafeteria]

Those huge air-dried bones look delicious! I wouldn't mind one of those. Actually, I'm thinking about getting a Dachshund (one of those mini ones), so I'm getting as much info as I can. Great vid. Thanks for the tips.

[@gracieandsapphire]

Glad you liked it all and my two love those bones x

[@treygon11]

Had docsons all my life, they are truly the best breed of dog. Just be mindful of their backs, be patient but persistent with the boundaries, and be ready to have a little heater always by you or on you! :) And maybe consider getting two rather then one. They have bad separation anxiety and tend to be lonely by themselves which prompts them to act out. It really does help them to have a friend

[@johnadams2313]

My Hannah didn't like being covered up most of the time . I lost her 4 years ago, miss you H❤

[@raymondplodzien7459]

Thank you for the brilliant video!

[@gracieandsapphire]

Thank you! X

[@kendalbradshaw5102]

Please could you link the halties? These sounds great x

[@gracieandsapphire]

Thanks, yes, they are in the description under my Amazon link, in the first list for dogs, I have found them to be a really good training aid x

[@susanann8741]

Nice job… 💕🐾many thanks.

[@gracieandsapphire]

Thanks for watching ❣️

[@miceyworks2932]

So cute

[@MarquiMarie]

researching so I can adopt mine ty

[@sterencat8978]

ils sont mignons /cette race de chien a l'air tres energique

[@JoyinCrafting]

my ultimate fear with my doxies is IVDD, whenever they're hurt I automatically suspect IVDD and they're almost 10 now and hopefully I don't ever have to deal with that. I have one that I allow to go down the stairs because he's very excited and wiggly when I carry him down, fortunately he doesn't know how to go up lol so I carry him up the stairs.

[@gracieandsapphire]

It's such a worry but with 1 in 5 chance It's warranted, glad your little ones are doing well xx

[@blade-x]

They are beautiful,😍 but this is the smallest type of dachshund ?

[@gracieandsapphire]

They are mini Dachshunds yes

[@isabellasteitz6084]

the reason they luke blankets so much i because they were bred to go in tunnels and dig and sometimes blankets feel like tunnels for them

[@helenbell1988]

Love the video but I went ahead and bought those bones off 0:39 Amazon and of my … they cracked off shards like sharp knives very very sharp and I had to take them off them … now your box looked very different to mine , you had big knuckles etc in but mine was more pieces of rib … but I wanted to make you aware of it as you recommended them … I have no way of contacting you privately or I would have … 😢 I found you on Instagram and followed and then couldn’t seem to send a message … anyway I felt it important to let you know

[@gracieandsapphire]

Thanks, we've not had issues at all but the Dachshunds chew everything, I will check out amazon reviews too, thanks x

[@helenbell1988]

@@gracieandsapphire I did that and there are some photos showing exactly what happened to us… I wish I had checked but I didn’t think to as I went off your recommendation but for clarity your bones did look very different to ones we received which were rib bones as I said ..

[@ArtemisMS]

Witzig make great harnesses for weens!

[@gracieandsapphire]

I shall definitely have a look, thanks so much x

Nothing lasts long with Datchund.. toys ect... my mini dax goes though any toy. My standard one toys last a while. Chews are hard to find i will try to find those bones. Those woodland coats look really nice. My mini dax walks on my side but the standard pulls randomly and if he gets too excited then i the mini dax will pull too.

[@AngiShy]

the last product, that muzzle strap leash... we have a dachshund girl mix of soft and wire haired and she tends to pull like crazy on the least and because her main owner suffers from chronic wrist pain, i looked up what might help and these popped up! Unfortunatelly they are also expensive as frick so i just made own one from old harness and oh boy her tendency of pulling is now on the very minimum! Unless she sees a dog she is friend with, then she doesnt care and pulls even with this haltie lmao

[@amadamojicaperaita1040]

I like to use a hardness better than a collar. I just got a dachshund, and she is 4 years old.

[@theinvestorssquad8752]

What kind of brushes would you recommend for dachshunds?

[@musc258]

Hi, loving the videos. Do you know if dapples like these have any health issues? Or are susceptible to anything?

[@gracieandsapphire]

They can be, double dapples definitely do have issues and some dilute colours can too.

[@amalgamated6448]

I just got a Dachsie pup. He’s about to be 4 mo’s. He’s lovely and a perfect addition to the house. Our current issue is he starts playing nice, then begins to bite, soft at first and then more aggressive and a bit harder. Is this normal from Dachsie pups?

[@debbycook222]

My girls did this, I just would tell them “NO!” They did stop……we need to be very firm with them, my girls are 11 yrs & 2 yrs old………best well behaved doxies……🐾🐾🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@DoreenMorrison-b5q]

They’re the Best dog 🐕

[@Tracymcgrath-p3e]

Lost my 3 yr old to ivdd. I had all this stuff. Still happened. I want another but am so afraid of ivdd

[@gracieandsapphire]

This stuff doesn't stop IVDD, I'm going to do a video on recommendations but it's all advice to help reduce the risk. I'm very concerned and worried re my two and can't imagine your pain. There is new testing standards for studs but it will never be 100% ok. 3 is so young, sorry to hear about your loss x

[@CalistheNick01]

Stair gates… my prayers have been answered

[@Lisa-eu9fy]

Gorgeousness!!! 🐾💞💞💞💞💞🐾

[@gracieandsapphire]

Thank you x

[@belindabayfield698]

Great little video, just discovered you and now subscribing. We have a 7 mths old doxi called mylo, he has just started the what I call hard chewing and can totally destroy a tug rope in a matter of hours so I will deffo be getting some air dry bones for him. Thank you 😁

[@gracieandsapphire]

They are great and last several hours for a few days, really keeps them occupied. I only do one a week so as not to upset their tummy too much, hope Mylo likes them, thanks for watching x

[@lindaalbinsson9922]

Can i ask for a link to the amazon blanket please (the thick one on the sofa that you mention you sometimes sit under)..grey on one side and furry on the other. Thank you!

[@gracieandsapphire]

Yes, of course, in the description is my Amazon page, if you click on this and then into my dog channel (as I have another craft channel) it should be there x

[@thinkaboutit9891]

Beautiful dachshund's

[@michelestambaugh902]

I luck into getting a 3yr old mini doxie and she is my shadow. I love her but I have a question. Has anyone been able to find shoes for them. Her feet get so cold and I have to back her

[@maxsymons3572]

Sisters? Did you buy two from the same litter?

[@shootingharvey4781]

Hi please could you confirm the size of your pen? Thanks 😊

[@gracieandsapphire]

We've halved the size now so it was about 64 inches by 32 inches x

[@shootingharvey4781]

@@gracieandsapphire thanks very much 👍

[@leesexton1966]

We moved to Canada from Ireland @denzelanddollydachunds and yes I heard about the collar v harness but a Toronto based company made espfor the breed one called a buddy belt A harness that clips almost as high as a collar so we alternate x

[@gracieandsapphire]

I will definitely have a look, thanks so much for mentioning it and for watching the video x

[@dankmdunn4725]

great video and a great help thank you

[@deasy2189]

Nice vid thanks first time dachshund owner, I myself eat chicken feet ,

[@Louise-xr5ok]

We live in a very flat house except for two steep steps. What do you recommend as it’s a bit impossible to close them off as it’s a thoroughfare into the kitchen, it’s an old cottage

[@gracieandsapphire]

If they are puppies then definitely put something low across that you can step over till they are older, even cardboard would work. Down puts the most stress on their backs, up is not so bad x

[@Louise-xr5ok]

@@gracieandsapphire my husband has made a carpeted ramp she gos up and down

[@gracieandsapphire]

How perfect for them x

[@wendybutler1681]

Start brushing teeth regularly as young pups to get them used to it. Blankets--I look down and only the right side of Bud's tail-end is peeking out from under the covers.

[@wendybutler1681]

He LOVES playing with towels and blankets. His instincts leave me in awe. He can pick a creep out of a crowd in a heartbeat. The coats and sweaters need to cover their bellies, too. A lot of pavement grime gets tossed yp by their massive feet. Bud is a 17 pound standard longhaired. Harness is vital. They can take off like a rocket at anything that runs. You can also use a sturdy harness to lift them out of trouble with the leash if you need to. I was NOT going to bend down to pick him up and put my face right at mouth level of an angry German Shepherd so I hoisted him straight into my arms and gave the doofus of a shepherd owner a lesson on being a courteous and responsible dog owner. The dog was magnificent. It was a toy, a possession to him, not a companion with it's own wants and feelings. He had no clue how to handle the biggest, best looking German Shepherd I'd seen in nearly 60 years of loving dogs. When I say magnificent I really mean it. Just a pup, too, with no discipline or manners. Massive, gorgeous dog and he was gonna ruin it. Infuriated me and broke my heart at the same time. Poor dog. My golly, that man made me mad! He had no manners, either.

[@manoman0]

Are there Dachshunde with longer legs?

[@gracieandsapphire]

These are mini's so yes, standards have longer legs.

[@manoman0]

@@gracieandsapphire Oh, thank you. I do love the Dachshund. A lovely lovely dog. I noticed one has blue eyes. Very special indeed.

[@AoT540]

We really want one but we live in a small appartment. We’re scared the dog will bark too much and annoy the neighbours and landlord

[@gracieandsapphire]

If you work from home and are around a lot then it's not too bad but you still might have to train them a fair bit too plus regular walks x

[@Freedm762]

2:02 ahhh no wonder when my dachshund's still a puppy she ate my sandals, like legit ate one because i saw a piece of my sandals in her poop....me and my family immediately put all of our shoes and sandals in a safe place lmao

[@gracieandsapphire]

They chew everything! X

[@warm_spittle2141]

Hi there! I’m moving to a new city and would like to bring my dachshund Mia along with me on my daily walks, are there any recommendation for dog carriers that are safe for her back? Preferably a backpack or front carrier. Thanks!

[@gracieandsapphire]

Hi, definitely try Lenny and six dachshunds, she is on KZbin, she is excellent for advice as she has worked with them for years and can point you in the right direction x

[@bethmurphy4773]

Hi, I'm just wondering if you would know why my miniature daschund girl is so tiny! Her weight is perfect but she is half the size of them! She is 11months old

[@gracieandsapphire]

It can depend on Mum and Dad, Gracie is smaller than Saffy by about a kg and our friends have an even smaller little girl. Has yours been spade, that can sometimes restrict full growth but that's more so in boys x

[@bethmurphy4773]

@gracieandsapphire both her mum and dad are miniatures, I know that boys are usually a good bit bigger but she's alot smaller than any other female I've seen, and no she hadn't been spayed yet😊

[@olivegreen337]

Wow I have had doxie's all my life and they all were never chewers!!!

[@zenbuddha5947]

ooo, how nice sausages. 💗💗💗💗💗

[@alex-rx2vu]

soooo cute!!!!!!!

[@user-ns9fc]

Hello, is there a possibility that a normal dachsund gives birth to a mini dachsund? I got a puppy from a brown full size dachsund. He's 8 weeks old and looks exactly (color and size) like sapphire when he was a puppy

[@gracieandsapphire]

Unfortunately I'm not good with the breeding side of things, Lenny and six dachshunds is a good channel, she might know x

[@user-ns9fc]

@@gracieandsapphire thanks😊

[@thecareeredits]

We're hopefully getting a little sausage soon, and this was super helpful! Do you still recommend getting a collar lead or would you recommend a harness? We are first owners of sausages 🥰

[@gracieandsapphire]

In all honesty I would go for a collar whilst they are pups, my two managed to slip backwards out of the little harnesses. Once they are bigger then invest in a tri point one which they can't pull off and always check between the front legs as it rubbed one of my dogs there. Harnesses are definitely good for dogs if they don't pull but ours have now settled into their collars, hope it goes well xx

[@TobeyMontona]

Had to put my last weenie down a few years ago:( hardest thing ive ever had to do.. Now i have a boy, 2yrs old hes a red piebald dapple #5 and i love him to death. He also loves me to death. A few things i do are: My bed is off the frame and on the floor to make it easier for him to come n go. A harness is better for walks too cuz hes stubborn at times and collars choke. I dont dress him in cold because our walks are short and it doesn't get that cold here in Roseville California anyway. Lastly he loves tennis balls. My last boy loved rocks. My last female loved nothing but food.:)))

[@danihworld]

Are they standard dachshunds?

[@gracieandsapphire]

Mini Dachshunds

[@danihworld]

@Gracie And Sapphire I just got a mini dachshund (she's only 3 weeks so I'm preparing) and your videos are so helpful. I had no idea about double dapple, you definitely helped me in the choosing a breeder process! I'm so excited to have my own saffy/gracie!

[@danihworld]

Do you recommend a ramp over steps for the couch/bed? We also have some stairs, should I NEVER let her go up them? (Baby gates are optional for sure)

[@gracieandsapphire]

So, either is fine and I follow Lenny and six dachshund for lots of advice on their backs and when to let them up the stairs and down. Up is not so bad but down is best to wait till they are 8 months, she has worked with lots of rescue dachshunds so gives great advice xx

[@danihworld]

@@gracieandsapphire Thank you so much ❤️

[@StanleyburnsBurns]

I had a mini had to put her down ba

[@Puzzledrev]

We have ramps, but Annie jumps off anyway, grrrrrrr.

[@gracieandsapphire]

Mine do too, low level jumping is ok and actually believed to help them muscle up but I try to avoid large jumps x

[@effectosis742]

Mine needs this... in the daylight she asks if I can take her on sofa... but when I go to sleep I can hear that she jumps on sofa without any permission

[@gracieandsapphire]

Ours jump off alot, very hard to stop them, our sofa is not too high so hopefully they will be fine xx