Dachshund: Your Happy Healthy Pet - Hardcover

by Ann Gordon (Author)

The authoritative information and advice you need, illustrated throughout with full-color photographs--now revised and redesigned to be even more reader-friendly!
Originally bred as badger hunters, Dachshunds today are among the world's favorite family pets--clever, inquisitive, fun-loving dogs who are a joy to own. This updated guide gives you all the information you need to understand, select, train, and care for a Dachshund, including:

• An in-depth look at the Dachshund temperament
• The fascinating history of the breed
• Tips for selecting a Dachshund puppy or adult dog
• Pointers on feeding, grooming, and health
• Savvy advice on housebreaking and basic training
• Bonus chapter available on companion website

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The authoritative information and advice you need, illustrated throughout with full-color photographs--now revised and redesigned to be even more reader-friendly!

Originally bred as badger hunters, Dachshunds today are among the world's favorite family pets--clever, inquisitive, fun-loving dogs who are a joy to own. This updated guide gives you all the information you need to understand, select, train, and care for a Dachshund, including: An in-depth look at the Dachshund temperamentThe fascinating history of the breedTips for selecting a Dachshund puppy or adult dogPointers on feeding, grooming, and healthSavvy advice on housebreaking and basic trainingBonus chapter available on companion web site

Author Biography

ANN GORDON has been involved with Dachshunds for more than 45 years as a breeder, dog show competitor, and judge. She has served as a board member and officer of the Dachshund Club of America and writes the "Dachshund" column for the "AKC Gazette." Her books include "The Dachshund: A Dog for Town and Country."