Miniature dachshunds?

I really like them as they're fun dogs but would Wren's point that referral vets always have a few in, although it's less of a welfare issue than a dog who can't breathe freely there's something very heart rending about a dog screaming from disc disease. Lots of them are fine and I know a couple of vets who own them so clearly haven't been put off but they are very strict with how they're handled (no letting them jump out your arms even from knee height like you would a terrier). There's the KC breed health survey which gives some idea of current health of the breed. http://www.thekennelclub.org.uk/media/16390/dachshund.pdf It's got them all grouped in one and mini's might have better backs than the standard as most seem more compact.
 
Amicus said:
I really like them as they're fun dogs but would Wren's point that referral vets always have a few in, although it's less of a welfare issue than a dog who can't breathe freely there's something very heart rending about a dog screaming from disc disease. Lots of them are fine and I know a couple of vets who own them so clearly haven't been put off but they are very strict with how they're handled (no letting them jump out your arms even from knee height like you would a terrier). There's the KC breed health survey which gives some idea of current health of the breed. http://www.thekennelclub.org.uk/media/16390/dachshund.pdf It's got them all grouped in one and mini's might have better backs than the standard as most seem more compact.
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Thanks Amicus :) I've had a quick look but would need to spend more time reading the report to really understand the implications. OH is doing his own research too so I will give him this link as well.
 
In Italy we have three sizes..standard ,mini,and kaninchen..(smallest)..the smaller dogs seem to have more spinal issues since they lose their structural proportion ,the smaller they are..
https://ukdachshund.wordpress.com/hindquarters/
And https://ukdachshund.wordpress.com/fit-for-function/
A judges aspect..
http://www.gilbertk9.com/Articles/Dachshunds-QuestionsAnswered.html
USA breeder
http://www.jennyspups.net/Pages/Conformation.asp

My favorite is the wire;the ones I've met are up for anything,devoted to their owners,whilst the smooths seem to be more reserved with strangers.
 
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Jakkibag he is absolutely gorgeous :) :) :) Lzt who used to post on HHO also has the most adorable mini smooth puppy, who is the sweetest little thing I have ever seen but apparently is quite determined and opinionated - so not to be taken on lightly! Lzt has also said that they can tend to suffer from separation anxiety.

I have no time for all the inevitable statistics about how prone they are to genetic defects - cavaliers all over again - simply choose your breeder with extreme care and ensure the relevant health checks have been done on parents etc. :)
 
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Jakkibag he is absolutely gorgeous :) :) :) Lzt who used to post on HHO also has the most adorable mini smooth puppy, who is the sweetest little thing I have ever seen but apparently is quite determined and opinionated - so not to be taken on lightly! Lzt has also said that they can tend to suffer from separation anxiety.

I have no time for all the inevitable statistics about how prone they are to genetic defects - cavaliers all over again - simply choose your breeder with extreme care and ensure the relevant health checks have been done on parents etc. :)
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I have to admit it is making my head spin with all the possible things that could go wrong. I don't approach anything else in this fashion, being quite decisive when I really want something even though I know it's not guaranteed to go perfectly at all times, so maybe I should just let OH go for it when he's ready? :) I don't mean he's got carte blanche to go to the nearest puppy farm in case anyone is building up to a lecture, ha ha.
 
I can only relate to my experiences with cavaliers, who are regularly slated on here as being horrendous creatures full of hideous defects and genetic conditions (my words/exaggeration there not anyone else's!) - yet I have known literally hundreds of cavaliers over the past 36 years who have been healthy, happy, fun loving little souls who have lived to advanced years with no problems. I am quite sure the same can be said of daschunds or any other breed - there will be the poor quality irresponsible breeders and there will be the good ones who produce healthy stock
 
If you are on FB look up Maj Evill. She has the mini wires and is very knowledgeable. Hers are very characterful wee dogs but with a strong hunting instinct. They seem a lot of fun.
 
Snowy Celandine said:
I have to admit it is making my head spin with all the possible things that could go wrong. I don't approach anything else in this fashion, being quite decisive when I really want something even though I know it's not guaranteed to go perfectly at all times, so maybe I should just let OH go for it when he's ready? :) I don't mean he's got carte blanche to go to the nearest puppy farm in case anyone is building up to a lecture, ha ha.
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I did a good bit of research and felt the same, but picked a breeder carefully, my puppy had all relevant health checks and testing inc Pra which the KC have a list of all tested dogs, it's always a bit of a risk, but correct feeding, keeping weight down, good excercise and a bit of insurance will surely go a long way to keeping any dog for a decent time?
I won't even go into all the blooming problems Dalmatians are meant to have but my last one made 13 ��
 
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