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. He greeted every new experience and social interaction with enthusiasm. Although he was comparatively easy to train and quickly learning to come when called and sit on command, he also possessed a stubborn streak that led him to sometimes ignore commands - not because he didn't understand them, but because he wanted to explore something else and didn't feel like obeying. Because of this, we always had to keep him on a leash when we went outside - otherwise we could not be sure he would come back when we called him. He was highly intelligent and protective of another dog we got a couple of years later, a dachshund pup I have already reviewed.<br><br>Care and Grooming:<br><br>Poodles have curly, wiry hair that does require professional grooming, so there is a cost associated with that to consider before adding this breed to your family. However, they do not shed as much as some other breeds, and that makes other types of maintenance (vacuuming, etc.) much easier to keep up with. Because this pup had black fur, we had to be more careful with him in the summer heat, while still making sure he got enough exercise to burn off some of his energy - but otherwise he loved the outdoors and indoors alike. He wasn't as cuddly as some dogs, but he never turned down a chance to have his ears scratched either. This dog did not suffer any serious health issues in all the years we had him until the end, when age caught up with him and he began to lose his sight. Eventually, he passed away naturally in his sleep, with no medical trauma or any reason to put him down. He shared a close bond with our dachshund, and when he passed away she barked and cried for three days almost non-stop. <br><br>Conclusion: <br><br>This little guy was enthusiastic about life in general and loved both his family and his best doggy friend with all of his heart. Although he had comparatively high-maintenance grooming needs, his lack of shedding in general made it easier to keep up with him. We miss this pup, but we were glad to have him as part of our family for many years and are grateful that he passed peacefully, without any pain or prolonged suffering. I would definitely recommend this breed!){kind=link}
. Even as a puppy, she proved to have a sweet disposition and was friendly with everyone, including our other pets. Dachshunds have a reputation for being a bit irritable, but based on my experience with this little girl I don't think it's deserved. <br><br>Training: <br><br>This pup was incredibly difficult to house train, though, and it soon became clear that she wasn't all that bright. We could not teach her to come when called (in fact, I'm not sure if she ever learned her own name) or how to sit on command, but she seemed to know that she was mine. She used to follow me around the kitchen as I packed my lunches for school and later for work, hoping for a treat. She loved to go on long walks, too, her short little legs jogging to keep up with my longer strides. Like most dachshunds, she wanted to chase every bird and squirrel that dared show itself in our path, and because we never succeeded at teaching her to come when called, I always had to keep her on a leash when we went outside. However, she never displayed any aggressive tendencies toward other people or dogs we met while out on our walks, and she handled the leash well.<br><br>Grooming and Health:<br><br>The main downside to long-haired dachshunds from a grooming standpoint is the shedding. They shed all the time, and their hair is light and fluffy, like cat hair - so it floats through the air and sticks to everything. My dog was no exception. She needed regular brushing, and because she had a mostly black coat, she also tended to overheat more easily in the summers if we weren't careful. If you're not willing to commit to high-maintenance grooming and brushing, then this breed is not for you. <br><br>Her health held up well overall until she got older and developed a stiff shoulder, which caused her to limp. She also experienced some back trouble as she got older, too, but nothing as extensive as the breed is known for. In the end, we had to put her to sleep after she suffered what the vet said appeared to be a stroke. I hated to lose her - especially since she'd been with me since childhood - but I have many fond memories of her and am glad she joined our family. <br><br>Conclusion:<br><br>This miniature long-haired dachshund was difficult to train and required high-maintenance brushing, but her sweet and friendly disposition endeared her to everyone she met.){kind=link}