The Complete Dachshund Guide: What Every Owner Needs to Know

<p>This week on The Dr. Molly Says Podcast, we&#39;re diving deep into everything you need to know about Dachsunds!We get into where Dachshunds came from, what they were originally bred to do (spoiler: they were literally bred to hunt badgers underground 😳), why they&#39;ve become one of the most popular dog breeds in the country, and what makes them such a unique mix of hilarious, stubborn, loyal, opinionated little dogs.But of course, we&#39;re not just talking about their personalities. We&#39;re also talking about the medical stuff every current or future Dachshund owner should know.We get into:* The different types of Dachshunds (smooth, long-haired &amp; wire-haired)* Standard vs. miniature Dachshunds* Why these dogs have SUCH big personalities* Prey drive, barking, training challenges &amp; &quot;selective hearing&quot; 😅* The truth about IVDD (intervertebral disc disease) and why Dachshunds are so prone to it* Signs of back pain and when it&#39;s a veterinary emergency* Whether stairs, jumping and exercise actually increase IVDD risk* Why maintaining a lean body weight is one of the most important things you can do for your Dachshund* Pet insurance and why I&#39;m a huge advocate for it in this breed* Dental disease, anesthesia myths &amp; why small dogs need dental care earlier than most owners realize* Heart disease, patellar luxation and other common health concerns* What to look for in a responsible Dachshund breeder* The major red flags everyone should know about before buying a puppyWhether you already have a Dachshund, you&#39;re thinking about getting one, or you just love learning about dogs, this episode is your complete veterinarian&#39;s guide to one of the most iconic breeds out there.LOVE YOU GUYS 💛Timestamps00:00 Welcome back + life updates00:00:52 Building The Local Vet &amp; rabbit medicine updates 🏥🐰00:02:06 Meet the Dachshund: history, origins &amp; why they&#39;re so popular00:03:32 Standard vs. Miniature Dachshunds00:04:22 Smooth, Long-Haired &amp; Wire-Haired Dachshunds00:06:08 Common Dachshund colors &amp; the dangers of Double Dapple breeding00:08:05 Dachshund personality: stubborn, loyal &amp; VERY opinionated00:10:22 Why Dachshunds love to bark, chase &amp; ignore your commands 😅00:12:03 The #1 health issue in Dachshunds: IVDD explained00:14:42 Signs of IVDD &amp; when it&#39;s an emergency00:16:25 Preventing back problems: exercise, weight &amp; muscle mass00:18:15 Why every Dachshund owner should consider pet insur