When to start a female dachshund as a stud?

When to start a female dachshund as a stud?

A good time to begin using your male as a stud is around 15 months. Most breeders wait until their females have completed 2 heat cycles. A female dachshund should not be bred until she reaches maturity.

How are Honeyman’s miniature dachshunds raised at home?

Our babies are whelped and raised in our homes, well acclimated with other people, children and dogs. They are given lots of play time, love and care. Our Babies are bred for a lifetime of unconditional love & affection, home raised and pre-spoiled.

What to do with a miniature dachshund puppy?

Do’s and Don’ts When Raising a Miniature Dachshund Puppy. Whilst the Dachshund dog breed was developed to hunt down badgers, the miniature dachshunds were tasked to hunt European hare from small burrows. They were originally bred for hunting purposes but they are now one of the most popular canines to own as pets.

How often does a dachshund go through a heat cycle?

Your Dachshund will have her heat cycle twice a year and it will last about a month – 21 to 28 days to be exact. Every dog is different, but Dachshunds will have their first heat sooner than a large breed dog would. It’s normal for a Dachshund to have her first heat cycle anywhere from six months to one year old.

What kind of dog is a miniature dachshund?

Dachshunds are spunky dogs with vivacious personalities. They are tiny, yet fierce in their quest to hunt and protect their domain. Dachshunds come in three coat types, and they can be classified as “miniature” or “standard” based on weight and measurements. Miniature Dachshunds are just one weight classification within the breed.

How old is my dachshund in human years?

By the time they reach their first birthday, they’re already 15 human years old and, by 2, they’re the equivalent of 24 human years. From 2 years onwards, the increase is a steady 4 human years for every 1 dachshund year.

Your Dachshund will have her heat cycle twice a year and it will last about a month – 21 to 28 days to be exact. Every dog is different, but Dachshunds will have their first heat sooner than a large breed dog would. It’s normal for a Dachshund to have her first heat cycle anywhere from six months to one year old.

How big does a standard Doxie dachshund get?

In the Dachshund community, Doxies that fall in the 12-15lb group are affectionately known as “Tweenies.” According to the AKC, these Dachshunds would be classified as standard. The classification that does not offer any leeway is the miniature Dachshund, who won’t weigh more than 11lbs.