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How
long have you been raising Dachshunds?
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What
is the average life expectancy of a miniature dachshund?
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What
comes with a new puppy?
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Do
you accept deposits to reserve a puppy?
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Do
you ship your puppies?
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Do
you have a waiting list?
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What
food do I feed my new puppy?
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Do
your puppies come with a written health guarantee?
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Do
your puppies come with shot records and a vet check?
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When
are the puppy due shots?
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How
much do your puppies cost?
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How
do you take a dog's temperature?
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Can
I breed my puppy?
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How
do I potty train the puppy?
How
long have you been raising miniature Dachshunds?
We
have been raising miniature Dachshunds since 2008.
What
is the average life expectancy of a miniature dachshund?
In general, larger dogs live shorter lives than
smaller dogs. This is due to the fact that the bodies of larger
dogs must work harder and are more stressed than the bodies of
smaller dogs. The life expectancy of any one dog in particular
is also determined by the stresses in its life (both physical
and psychological), what it eats and how well it is taken care
of. With
that said, the average life expectancy of a miniature dachshund
is 12 to 15 years.
What
comes with a new puppy?
Each
puppy sold by Eagle Spirit Dachshunds comes with a Puppy Pack which contains helpful information about your new
puppy and a free sample of the puppy foodwe are currently
feeding it.
You will also receive a copy of the puppy’s record
detailing its growth, a health record brochure, the CKC
registration application and a copy of your puppy contract. Last
but not least you will receive a collar for your new puppy as
well as a puppy blanket.
Most of all you will be receiving years of love and loyalty from
your new best friend.
Do
you accept deposits to reserve a puppy?
Yes,
we do accept a non-refundable (but transferable) deposit to hold
an available puppy of your choice. The deposit is applied
to the total cost of the puppy.
Do
you ship your puppies?
At the present time, we
do not ship our puppies. We are wiling to meet part way as a
convenience. Distance and costs can be discussed at the time of
purchase.
Do
you have a waiting list?
If
you are interested in an upcoming litter or are looking for a
specific puppy in the future, we would be happy to take down
your name and contact information. People on my waiting
list have first choice after people that have placed a deposit.
What food
do I feed my new puppy?
Here
at Eagle Spirit Dachshunds we start all of our puppies on
Eukanuba puppy food.
It is small bites and can be mixed with water to create
gravy for your puppy. We recommend that you keep your puppy on
the same food but if you decide to change, do it gradually by
mixing the new type of food in with the original; say a mixture
of 80% Eukanuba and 20% new food and then slowly increase the
amount of new food in the mixture until the puppy is completely
on the new food.
Do
your puppies come with a written health guarantee?
All
of our puppies leave with a three month written health guarantee
which covers most pre-existing, congenital and genetic diseases.
Please feel free to read over our contract by clicking
here.
Do
your puppies come with shot records and a vet check?
We provide all age
appropriate vaccinations and worming. Puppies are vet
checked by a licensed veterinarian.
When
are the puppy due shots?
Our
puppies are given their initial vaccination at six weeks of age.
We will provide you with the day and type of vaccination
given so when you take your new puppy to your veterinarian they
will establish a vaccination schedule for you.
How
much do your puppies cost?
Prices vary depending on
gender, color/pattern, coat type and quality of each individual
puppy.
How do you take a dog's
temperature?
If you suspect your dog is sick then taking your
dog's temperature is important. It is not difficult, but it is a
task best performed with two people. Have someone hold the dog
still, preferably someone the dog knows and likes.
Apply
petroleum jelly to the head or bulb of a rectal thermometer.
Slowly
slide the thermometer into the dog's rectum about 1 inch
deep.
Wait
2 minutes for a mercury thermometer.
Remove slowly and read the thermometer.
Shake down the thermometer and clean it after every use.
A dog's normal body temperature ranges between
100.5 Fahrenheit (38.1°C) and 102.5 Fahrenheit (39.2°C).
A dog's temperature below
99 degrees Fahrenheit (37.2°C) and temperatures above 104
degrees Fahrenheit (40°C) are considered extremely serious and
your dog should be brought to a veterinarian immediately.
Can
I breed my puppy?
We
do not limit our puppy registrations to “pet only”. This
allows you to breed your puppy but your decision on whether or
not to breed your dog should not be taken lightly. Breeding any
type of dog takes considerable dedication, time and money.
How
do I potty train the puppy?
Always bear in mind that a dog evacuates his
bowels on waking in the morning, after a meal, and about 3 hours
after a meal, especially as a puppy.
As soon as he wakes in the morning, and after
every nap, take him directly outdoors to empty his bladder
and/or bowel. Take him to the same place each time, stay with
him and give him 10-15 minutes to "perform". I find
that an expression associated with the action is very helpful in
the teaching process. You choose your own words - " do your
chores" - "time for business" etc. When the same
phrase is repeated over a few days, the pup learns what it is
you want of him very quickly. Your puppy is a very intelligent
dog and eager to please you. When he does what you've requested
of him, heap praise on him and bring him back into the house
immediately and give him a little reward treat. There should be
no outdoor play until he has it firmly in his mind that the
outdoors is the place to go to relieve himself.
Remember that you are dealing with a baby with a
small bladder, and you should expect to have accidents to clean
up until he is about 6 months old. When accidents do happen, DO
NOT RUB HIS NOSE IN IT, OR HIT HIM. A rolled up newspaper has no
value in teaching a dog. You wouldn't do that to a child or want
it done to you. YOUR PUP DOES HAVE DIGNITY TOO!!!
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