NEW OWNERS-PUPPY HINTS PLEASE GO BY THESE SLIGHT RULES SO YOU HAVE A HAPPY N HEALTHY PUPPY especially WITH a Dachshund The Top 10 Pet-Owner Mistakes Avoid common errors, and keep your DACHSHUND healthy and well-behaved. Mistake 1: Buying a Pet Spontaneously Why this is a mistake: The dachshund in the window may be darling, but he may not fit your family or lifestyle. Related: How to Choose a Pet How to avoid it: Fully inform yourself before you bring home a pet. Every doxie pup has its own needs, which are specific to the breed. When dealing with a breeder, you should be shown where the pet was raised and meet his parents. Mistake 2: Skipping Obedience Training Why this is a mistake: Bad habits can be difficult to train out of a pet. You need the help of a pro. Mistake 3: Being Inconsistent With the Rules Why this is a mistake: If one child lets Fifi on the bed & another punishes her for it, the dachshund pup will be confused. How to avoid it: Make sure everyone in your household knows―and follows―the rules. Pets thrive with a sense of order, so discuss this with your family Mistake 4: Dispensing Too Many Free Treats Why this is a mistake: Treats lose their training value if your pet gets them for no reason. Mistake 5: Neglecting to Socialize Your Pet Why this is a mistake: Dachshunds that aren’t exposed to animals and people can develop fears and aggressive behavior. Mistake 6: Skimping on Exercise Why this is a mistake: Pets have pent-up energy that needs to be unleashed through physical activity. Otherwise it will be channeled into barking, jumping, or even hostile behavior. Mistake 7: Neglecting to Keep Your Pet Mentally Active Why this is a mistake: Bored pets are more likely to get into trouble. Mistake 8: Leaving a Pet Alone for Too Long Why this is a mistake: A lack of companionship can lead to separation anxiety and destructive behaviors. Mistake 9: Failing to Make Your Home Pet-Friendly Why this is a mistake: A dog without a cozy bed will end up on the couch. Mistake 10: Punishing Your Pet Why this is a mistake: The doxie pup may know you’re yelling at him because he did something, but he won’t connect your behavior with his action. How to avoid it: Never physically punish your Dachshund; he’ll just learn to fear you. Startle ur pet is okay, but only if you catch him doing it. Use a firm “No!” or “Down!” & he'll understand it & learn that it’s not OKAY to do it. The furniture, not you, will become the thing to fear. Use a FLY SWATTER just fan their butts,a whistle anything that distracts them NO NEWSPAPER THIS IS VERY TRUE WITH A DACHSHUND THEY WILL RETALIATE & EVEN MAKE YOU MADDER "FOR THE LOVE OF A DACHSHUND" |