The Complete Idiot's Guide to Dachshunds

Kibbles and Tidbits to Know Before Getting a Dachshund

Author Liz Palika
Ebook
On sale Sep 01, 2002 | 320 Pages | 9781440695797

You’re no idiot, of course. You’re aware that the Dachshund resembles a hot dog with four feet. However, many new owners are caught off-guard when their cute, large-eyed, floppy-eared Dachsie behaves in ways they never expected.

Don’t roll over and give up! The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Dachshunds will show exactly how this breed views the world! In this Complete Idiot’s Guide®, you get: 

•  An anatomical examination of the Dachshund’s physical characteristics. 
•  Training exercises to engage your dog and establish household rules. 
•  Food and fitness suggestions to keep your Dachshund healthy. 
•  Methods of housetraining that won’t traumatize you or your canine.
Liz Palika is the reptile expert for pets.com and the author of more than 30 books. She and her husband, Paul, share their home in Oceanside, California, with four bearded dragons and an assortment of other reptiles and pets. View titles by Liz Palika

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You’re no idiot, of course. You’re aware that the Dachshund resembles a hot dog with four feet. However, many new owners are caught off-guard when their cute, large-eyed, floppy-eared Dachsie behaves in ways they never expected.

Don’t roll over and give up! The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Dachshunds will show exactly how this breed views the world! In this Complete Idiot’s Guide®, you get: 

•  An anatomical examination of the Dachshund’s physical characteristics. 
•  Training exercises to engage your dog and establish household rules. 
•  Food and fitness suggestions to keep your Dachshund healthy. 
•  Methods of housetraining that won’t traumatize you or your canine.

Author

Liz Palika is the reptile expert for pets.com and the author of more than 30 books. She and her husband, Paul, share their home in Oceanside, California, with four bearded dragons and an assortment of other reptiles and pets. View titles by Liz Palika

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