Dachshunds

by Pinney, Chris C.

• ISBN13: 9780764112478
• ISBN10: 0764112473
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2000-08-01
• Publisher: Barrons Educational Series Inc

Summary

This dog is a loyal friend to its owner and an ideal companion for apartment dwellers. Books in the Complete Pet Owner's Manuals series present basic information for new or soon-to-be owners. Advice and instruction covers feeding, housing, health care, training, grooming, and much more. Texts emphasize pet care basics and are easy for all readers to understand. All books in this series are filled with high quality full-color photos and instructive line drawings.

Author Biography

Dr. Chris C. Pinney is a practicing veterinarian and author of seven books, including Caring For Your Older Dog and the award-winning Caring For Your Older Cat, both published by Barron's Educational Series, Inc. Dr. Pinney has also appeared on numerous radio and television programs across the country, promoting pet health care. He currently resides in Schulenburg, Texas with his wife, children, and numerous four-legged friends!

Table of Contents

An Introduction to the Dachshund	5	(1)
A Brief History of the Dachshund	5	(2)
Illustrated Breed Standard	7	(2)
The Decision to Own a Dachshund	9	(8)
Your Dachshund's Role	9	(1)
Types of Dachshunds	10	(1)
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Dachshund	11	(6)
Finding the Dachshund That Is Right for You	17	(12)
Sources	17	(1)
Age of Puppy	17	(1)
Before Purchase	18	(3)
Before Picking Up Your Dachshund	21	(1)
Bringing Your New Dachshund Home	22	(1)
Naming Your New Dachshund	23	(1)
Playing and Interacting with Your Dachshund	23	(1)
Traveling with Your Dachshund	24	(3)
Vacation Planning	27	(2)
Feeding Your Dachshund	29	(8)
Types of Food	29	(1)
Feeding the Puppy	30	(1)
Feeding the Adult	31	(2)
Feeding the Senior Adult	33	(1)
Dietary Management of Disease	34	(1)
Weight Control	35	(2)
Training Your Dachshund	37	(12)
Understanding Your Dachshund	37	(1)
Basic Training Principles	38	(2)
Establishing Dominance	40	(1)
Types of Training	40	(3)
The Basic Commands	43	(3)
HOW-TO: House-training	46	(3)
Behavioral Challenges	49	(8)
Separation Anxiety	49	(1)
Nuisance Bark	49	(1)
Inappropriate Elimination	50	(1)
Digging	51	(3)
Destructive Chewing	54	(1)
Aggressiveness	54	(3)
Preventive Health Care	57	(16)
The At-Home Physical Examination	57	(1)
Immunizations	57	(2)
Intestinal Parasite Control	59	(2)
Heartworm Prevention	61	(1)
Flea Control	61	(1)
Tick Control	62	(1)
Grooming	63	(4)
Exercising Your Dachshund	67	(1)
Neutering Your Dachshund	68	(2)
Caring for Your Older Dachshund	70	(3)
Diseases and Conditions in Dachshunds	73	(12)
Talking with Your Veterinarian	73	(1)
Diseases and Disorders	74	(9)
A Word About Euthanasia	83	(2)
First Aid for Your Dachshund	85	(8)
Artificial Respiration/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation	85	(1)
Hemorrhage	86	(1)
Poisoning	86	(1)
Paralysis	87	(1)
Fractures	87	(1)
Allergic Reactions	87	(1)
Vomiting and Diarrhea	88	(1)
Seizeres	89	(1)
HOW-TO: Procedures	90	(3)
Breeding and Showing Your Dachshund	93	(7)
Breeding Think Twice	93	(1)
The Competetive Dachshunds	94	(1)
The Events	95	(5)
Information	100	(2)
Index	102