Dachshund: Your Happy Healthy Pet

• Author(s) : Ann Gordon
• Publication Year: 2005
• Page Count: 146

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 web site