All dogs require proper nutrition, a clean environment, routine veterinary care with immunization and dental care to maintain optimal health.

This will facilitate a long, healthy life.

All new pups should receive a thorough exam by your vet within seventy-two (72) hours of purchase.

Monthly heartworm prevention is required in many areas.

Your breeder will likely recommend a type of dog food or you can seek the advice of your vet.

Be aware that dog food labels may recommend an amount that is more than necessary to maintain a fit and healthy Dachshund.

Be wary of over feeding and giving too many treats.

An overweight Dachshund is prone to many of the same problems experienced by overweight humans, such as diabetes, joint problems, decreased stamina and possibly, problems with the back.

Your Dachshund should never be allowed to run free. A fenced yard will provide your Dachshund with a safe place to exercise and will prevent injuries such as being struck by a car.

In addition, it will reduce the likelihood of his being a nuisance in your community.

Remember, your Dachshund should never run free unless involved in hunting or some similar activity.

Make sure your Dachshund is identified with tags, tattoo, or microchip in case it is lost.

AKC Companion Animal Recovery (AKC CAR) offers a free collar tag with every microchip and tattoo enrollment.

Your dog’s unique ID # and the AKC CAR 24/7 recovery hotline are printed on the tag.

Whatever the method of identification, be sure to enroll the microchip, tattoo or AKC CAR collar tag for lifetime recovery protection.

For more information, visit www.akccar.org, or call 1-800-252-7894.