izzy Posted April 2, 2005 Share Posted April 2, 2005 Since Tabatha died my wife feels she need another dog to cuddle and spoil (Tabatha was so close to her), so she's been telling me about how much she likes black and tan daschunds :roll: she doesn't tell me directly I want a dog!, but i know her and all you women there know how to say something without saying it :-?... So i guess i need to do some research about the breed, and find a good breeder here in Mexico, i want to do the things right. You know how i feel about strays and how many help they need, but this dog is for my wife's arms so as a husband, i have to please her :roll: Any advice?... Goo?. BTW she wants a female... something like this: [img]http://dl.dogomania.com/pics/25/Derry10.jpg[/img] I took this pic from the gallery in here, is just an example Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
puttin510 Posted April 2, 2005 Share Posted April 2, 2005 What a nice husband you are. You are surley appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TDG Posted April 2, 2005 Share Posted April 2, 2005 make sure you buy from a breeder who doesn't have bloodlines prone to disc problems and/or diabetes. personally i wouldn't buy a dog from any breeder who doesn't put at least some kind of working tile (regardless if that would be agility, earthdog or therapy work etc.) on them to prove they are soundly bred and the breeder's goal is the improvement of the breed and not just making quick cash. anyone who tells you that doesn't matter in a dog who is only going to be a pet is sadly mistaken. a well bred dachshund is a true joy to have around, but a poorly bred one can cost you quite a bit of money in vet bills and a lot of frustration trying to train. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gooeydog Posted April 2, 2005 Share Posted April 2, 2005 Congrats :) I'd start with the Dachshund breed club in the US (I have absolutely no idea if there are breed clubs in Mexico, if there are, then definitely try them as well), maybe they can help you find a breeder down there. If not, you may be lucky enough to find a breeder in the states willing to work with you and ship a dog after seeing that you would provide a great home. Dachshund Club of America [url]http://www.dachshund-dca.org/[/url] Their breeder referral pages (now, just because a breeder is listed there doesn't necessarily mean they're a good breeder, but it give you something to start with, and you can always narrow down the field with your own qualifications) [url]http://www.dachshund-dca.org/Kennelads.html[/url] There's more info on Mini Dachshunds here: [url]http://www.dachshund-nmdc.org/[/url] including some info on health problems in the breed. and more breed info here: [url]http://www.dachshund.org/[/url] And just in case, here are some rescue groups as well, if you have a hard time finding a breeder nearby or who will ship out of country, maybe one of the rescue groups will be willing to work with you or may even know of a dog in your area in need of a home, worth a try anyway. [url]http://www.drwp.net/[/url] [url]http://www.dachshund-dca.org/Rescue%20folder/rescue.html[/url] [url]http://www.drna.org/[/url] [url]http://www.c2cdr.org/index_adoptioninfo.html[/url] [url]http://www.almosthomerescue.org/[/url] TDG also gave you excellent advice, the breed is very overbred right now, and a lot of poor tempered/unhealthy dogs are being put out as a result, so it pays to research and take your time in turning every stone before making a decision. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nadooshkinz Posted April 2, 2005 Share Posted April 2, 2005 Aww thats so great!! And they are absoloutely adorable, good luck finding onie :wink: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
izzy Posted April 2, 2005 Author Share Posted April 2, 2005 thanks a lot for the help!, those are great advices and sites. Here in my city will be a dog show next month so i will have the opportunity to be in contact with breeders and kennel clubs, so i hope to find a good breeder. Actually i don`t want a mini daschund, i read about their health problems, etc. And about the loud barking, we're so used to them with 2 basset hounds in home you need ear protection sometimes :-? thanks again, i'll keep you updated :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mouseatthebusstop Posted April 2, 2005 Share Posted April 2, 2005 the breed clubs are a good idea- you might even beable to get a rescue from them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
courtnek Posted April 2, 2005 Share Posted April 2, 2005 I would check rescues as well. breed rescues. do you have a brother as nice as you? :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shannon_C Posted April 2, 2005 Share Posted April 2, 2005 [quote name='izzy']she doesn't tell me directly I want a dog!, but i know her and all you women there know how to say something without saying it [/quote] [color=darkred]Well you see Izzy us woman are easy to please when it comes to wanting something we really want and we don't have to say a word to get it, DO WE GIRLS :D and himself gives in just like you :lol: I wish you luck in finding your new pup[/color] :wink: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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