Do Dapple Mini Dachshund Puppies have more health problems?

Dapple Mini Dachshund Puppies Can Be Prone To More Health Issues Than Their Other Dachshund Counterparts. The merle gene that makes the Dapple Doxie’s coat dapple is also responsible for higher instances of deafness, blindness, sensitivity to sunlight, and higher rates of skin cancer in the dog breeds that carry it.

Mini Dapple Dachshund Puppies For Sale

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At alldachshund.com we have a variety of Dapple Mini Dachshund Puppies for sale. We are elite breeders of quality Mini Dachshund puppies in all coat types (long, smooth, and wire hairs) and an array of colors (dapples, brindles, English Creams, chocolates, black & tans, and reds.). Dapple Mini Dachshund Puppies are for sale near me.

What are Dapple Mini Dachshund Puppies bred for?

Miniature dachshunds, sometimes known as sausage dogs or wiener dogs, are loyal companions and good watchdogs. Smaller than a standard dachshund, they are surprisingly active dogs. Dachshunds are scent hounds that were originally raised to hunt badgers and other burrowing animals, such as foxes and rabbits.

Is Dapple Mini Dachshund same as merle Dachshund?

The merle (also called dapple) pattern is the pattern in which random splotches of dark pigment are overlaid over a lighter shade of the same color

How intelligent are miniature dachshunds?

Dachshunds are intelligent dogs with an independent nature and playful spirit. Because of this, they can be mischievous. Be patient, firm, and consistent when training them. Because they are raised for hunting, they can exhibit some behaviors that are related to that.

Are dachshunds hard to potty train?

As cute as they are, Dachshunds are notoriously hard to potty train. In fact, statistics show they are among the top 20 breeds considered to be the hardest to housebreak

Are dachshunds hypoallergenic?

Unfortunately for you, the Dachshund is not a hypoallergenic breed. In reality, no dog breed is truly hypoallergenic, but some do have a less pronounced effect on those who suffer from dog allergies.

How do I know if my Dachshund puppy is a miniature?

What is this? To check what size your dachshund is, grab your measuring tape and measure him from the floor to the withers (the high point between his shoulder blades). If it says between 13 and 18 cm (5–6 inches), he’s a miniature.

Is a dapple dachshund rare?

Dapple Mini Dachshunds are considered a rare type of purebred dachshund due to them inheriting the merle gene.