Having what appears to be a strangely elongated and low to the ground body and uncommonly short legs, the Dachshund, undoubtedly, is an easily recognizable kind of dog. The word Dachshund is of German roots meaning “badger dog” and indeed this breed was developed to trail and hunt ferocious badgers. The Dachshunds physical appearance is befitting in chasing and capturing badgers and other small animals out of their burrows.

This breed is an eager-beaver when it comes to hunting and would never back down at any badger challenge. At home it is a loving, playful, devoted, and loyal little pet that barks and growls at the sight of suspicious people. Having these kinds of deep sense of protectiveness, the Dachshund makes an absolute winner in terms of watching and guarding.

Because they are intentionally bred for badger and small animal burrows excavating, the Dachshund developed a sharp and accurate sense of smell, a daring and indomitable spirit, nimbleness, and endurance. Its body is round, long, and narrow and is perfect for squishing itself unto badger ground holes. Although originally established for hunting jobs, the Dachshund that we know today is also a magnificent and adorable family pet.

In the argument of intelligence, the Dachshund is of average in terms of working and obedience measures. In Stanley Coren’s list titled, Intelligence of Dogs, the Dachshund ranked 49th. This breed has a notable fierce and vehement inclination for running after small animals, birds, and even small balls; and they are playful, energetic, and strong-willed that training them comes as a great confrontation at times.

There are three varieties of coat for the Dachshund: smooth or short coat, long coat, and wired coat, the first two being the most common and the standard coat for the entire breed while the wired hair is a new addition; in fact, this type of coat is so unpopular to many it is mistaken for another breed often. The dominant color for the Dachshund fur is red, black, and tan but there is also some combination of colors which come in wild boar, chocolate, blue, fawn, and a lot more. The color patterns are also categorized as single-colored or solid, single colored with spots or dappled, and single-colored with any color points, mottle, or pattern.

Because of its peculiarly long and narrow body, the Dachshund is also fondly called wiener dog or sausage dog. However, size does not matter for this breed for it openly accepts and fights the aggression of relatively larger or smaller dogs. Being truly ferocious, valorous, and daring, this dog challenges even the obviously larger- than-thyself breed of dogs.

Following the history of this breed, although allegedly they are developed and reared by the Germans for ground hunting and badger trailing purposes, there are inscriptions from ancient Egypt that suggest the existence of an elongated and short-legged dog thousands of years ago. Furthermore, there had been recent discoveries of mummified dachshund-like dogs from burial urns in Egypt that further backs up this theory. But regardless, the German bred Dachshund had long been a favorite of the European royalties including the late Queen Victoria herself, who had been known throughout her court to have a fascinating enchantment with this breed.

Just like any other dogs, the Dachshund is required to have a daily means of exercise although not as rigorous as the exercise of larger breeds; a mild and fair intensity of activity is enough for them to be exercised physically and mentally. A Dachshund that’s not been cared for and trained properly develops problem behaviors such as: separation anxiety for those often left alone ones which prompts them to chew and bite properties in able to de-stress; vicious and fervent yapping towards strangers, little mischievous children, and other larger or smaller pets; and relentless and undirected running, panicking, and barking. Census has it as well that the Dachshund is rated as the most aggressive among the small breeds, noting that 20% of them have bitten strangers and attacked other dogs and other dog owners.

There are many versions of the Cancer patient’s Bill of Rights but in essence they all endorse the patient’s right to care, confidentiality and respect. The Cancer Bill of Rights in general includes the following: All insurance carriers shall in effect cover for some or all costs of complete cancer screening and early detection programs that are based on strong clinical evidence and widely practiced in major clinical centers.

Any individual who has been diagnosed with a mass suspected of being a malignancy, shall have the right to be immediately referred to an oncologist or a health care professional who has experience in dealing with cancer diagnosis and treatment.

Any patient who has a diagnosis of cancer confirmed will have the right to medical treatment by a multidisciplinary group of health care workers that shall at least include an oncologist, subspecialty surgeon, radiation oncologist, plastic surgeon, rehabilitation therapists and social support staff.

The cancer patent shall be allowed to use the medical oncologist as his/her primary care physician with complete insurance coverage during and after therapy without being penalized by the insurance carrier.

After the cancer treatment is complete, each competent cancer patient will have the freedom to choose and select the type of rehabilitation, pain management program and social support services.

Cancer Patients should to be able to communicate their opinions candidly to their family, health care providers or other patients without restraint and be heard. If the cancer patient has any concern about their care or desires to make suggestion(s) to the health care staff about improving care or services, their opinion(s) should be heard.

All health care facilities which administer treatment to cancer patients shall respect the individual’s advanced directives for discontinuing medical care. If the health care facility or its staff have certain policies or for whatever reason can not respect the advanced directives, the patient or the appointed designated person on behalf of the patient will be notified as soon as possible.

All health care facilities which provide cancer treatment shall make every effort to provide all cancer patients facilities to integrate with recovered cancer patients. It is intended that this service will help the cancer patient have someone for personal advice and information.

All cancer patients will have the right to continuity of care following discharge and will have timely appointments for follow up.

All cancer patients will have adequate diagnostic tests and treatments which fall under the current accepted guidelines of cancer treatment.

All cancer patients shall receive continuous and regular life long follow-up. The pertinent tests to monitor for recurrence will be performed on time.

All cancer patients will have a lifelong opportunity to understand and know about their cancer. This includes the various diagnostic tests, treatment protocols and preventive measures.

All cancer patients shall have the right to undertake unapproved alternative or complimentary cancer treatments and have their insurance providers pay for some or all the treatment costs.

Cancer patients have the right to all medical information about their diagnosis and treatment options. The patient should be thoroughly educated on all possible treatment options and the information should be provided both verbally and in writing to ensure that the patient understands the significance of the diagnosis.

Cancer patients shall take part in their own pain management and have the complete freedom to have their pain complaints be accepted as fact. The patient should have the right to potent pain treatment protocols, and have the right to know what limitations on pain management have been set by the insurance provider. Pain management should first start with available pain medications, including opiates but should also incorporate invasive pain relief procedures such as regional blocks or implantation of automatic anti-pain devices- as long as the procedures can be done safely. The potential for drug addiction shall not be used as the sole criteria to discontinue narcotics. Prior to discontinuing pain medications, the reason(s) will be explained to the patient.

Competent cancer patients should have the right to directly participate in the decision making about their care and treatment after all possible options have been discussed. It is vital that the cancer patient be treated as an equal partner of the oncology health care team from the time of the diagnosis or initial consult.

Cancer patients shall have the right to obtain the best medical care. This is best provided by health care facilities who meet the standards defined by the JACHO and the Approvals Program of the Commission on Cancer of the American college of Surgeons.

In the event that the cancer is terminal, all competent individuals or his/her legal delegate shall have the right to request available, pain management protocols, including opiates even though it may speed up death.

Any licensed physician who prescribes narcotic medications to relieve pain shall not be disciplined or sanctioned even if death by sedation is a possible occurrence. However, the practice of euthanasia is not encouraged. No physician shall partake directly in physician-assisted suicide which in essence is intentional administration of a potent narcotic drug at a deliberately lethal dose intended to speed the patient’s death.

Cancer survivors shall be entitled to be gainfully employed based on their education, knowledge and experience without any bias to their diagnosis of a cancer.

Cancer survivors shall be entitled to participate in any employee-related health plans without bias against any existing cancer diagnosis.

Cancer survivors shall be entitled to obtain private medical insurance at a reasonable cost without bias against any existing cancer diagnosis if the individual has been in remission for at least 24 or more months.

Cancer patients should have the right to have family members present at all meetings regarding therapeutic or palliative treatments.

Cancer patients should have the opportunity to participate in clinical trials related to their malignancy. Relevant information about all potential clinical trials undergoing in the nation should be made available to the patient.

Cancer patients should expect to be treated by health care professionals who can provide the best quality of medicine. The patient should feel assured and comfortable that the most update treatment and diagnostic procedures are being made available.

Cancer patients shall have the right to talk with other cancer patients who have had similar diagnosis to obtain frank answers and also derive mental support.

Cancer patients should expect their health care providers to be available if an emergency arises.

Cancer patients shall expect to have their physical and emotional needs assessed and supported by a network of physicians, nurses, social workers, psychotherapists and counselors.

Cancer patients should expect to be offered continuous education programs about their treatments, prognosis, latest discoveries or break through in cancer treatment.

Most people know that if you really want to be successul losing weight, you need to exercise. But getting motivated for that walk can be hard so you may want to enlist the help of “man’s best friend” to keep you motivated.

In fact, dogs love to go for walks (or runs). So you can count on your dog to provide you with motivation to get out there and take that walk you’ve been putting off.

The exercise is good for not just you, but your dog too. The last time we took our dog to the vet, we were told that she needed to lose a few pounds too. The vet then asked us how much exercise she got. I said since we live out in the country, she’s free to go run around as much as she wants to on our property. But he told us that isn’t the same as taking the dog out fo daily exercise like a walk.

So my husband, I, and the dog started to take a daily walk. I go along on these walks, but I don’t actually hold the leash. Our dog doesn’t actually belive in going for a “walk.” Instead, she prefers to go for a “drag.” We think she’d make a great sled dog since she always wants tension in her leash and will pull and pull and pull. It hurts my arm just to hold the leash so I make my husband do it.

At first, we took it slow. we would walk just a mile. Over time, we’ve built up to a 3-4 mile walk every evening. sure, there are days where neither of us feel like taking that walk but our dog really doesn’t care if we feel like walking or not. When the time comes for her to take her walk, you’ll find her impatiently waiting by the door.

They have only missed a few nights and that was because it was storming with lightning. On those nights my husband rewarded the dog by playing a game where he chased the dog (yes, he chased her around the house much to her delight), and played a long game of tug of war with her to tire her out and make her not miss her walk too much.

Has that walking helped? You bet. Our dog had lost two pounds and my husband had lost 10 pounds without making any changes to his diet or any other exercise besides those walks. I’ve lost more, but I’ve also been making an effort to eat better as well.

Now I’m not going to tell you to get a dog just so you can get in your exercise everyday. They do require a fair bit of attention, but if you already have a dog, then get your butt off the couch and take the dog for a walk. It will be good for both of you.

And if you’re wondering where to get a good dog to take on walks, then head on down to your local humane society – they’ve always got great dogs looking for a good home that you can adopt.

Getting a new puppy is always a fun time for a pet owner. Puppies are so cute and adorable that everyone loves them. They quickly become part of the family and everyone enjoys the playing, the curiosity and the sweet cuddliness but nobody likes it when they go potty in the house. Puppy potty training is probably the most difficult and likely the only real problem that goes with having a new puppy but if you are going to be a happy dog owner you will need to know that your puppy house training is efficiently done.

You will need to spend quality time with and have patience with your new puppy when it comes to housetraining. A puppy is only a baby and a puppy does not have the comprehension level yet to know what you want him to do. It will be an easier job to complete your puppy house training if you are patient and loving with your puppy. Even though it is frustrating when your puppy goes potty in the house if you are impatient and express your disappointment your puppy housetraining will take longer.

A young puppy that is less than 15 weeks of age might need to go outside as often as 2-3 times per hour. A puppy that is frolicking hard will also have to go out more often because playing creates urine. Remind yourself that your puppy is still not at the age where he can control himself so any accidents at this point are not his fault but rather your fault for not getting him outside often enough.

The crucial thing to remember when you are potty training your puppy is to be consistent. Make sure and have a leash and take him to the same designated spot every outing. Use consistent commands such as “potty now” and repeat the commands as required. Consistency is what it important when it comes to puppy house training.

After your puppy finishes his elimination task reward him with lavish praise and treats. Try to make the puppy house training experience as positive as as you can for your puppy. If you are impatient or mean to your puppy as he is acquiring this knowledge of puppy house training your efforts will take longer as he will become afraid and will not know what is demanded of him.

Using a crate will assist you in your puppy house training when you need to be away from your puppy. Dogs naturally try to keep their own space clean so a crate will help your puppy to learn how to control himself. Dogs are also natural den animals so they enjoy having a small home of their own.

A positive atmosphere and consistency will be the most crucial aspects of your puppy house training. Make sure that you are consistently taking your puppy outside, that you always take him to the same spot and that you consistently give him praise and treats for doing his duty. If you make the whole puppy house training experience a positive one for your puppy you will have success more quickly and it will be more effective.

In a just a few weeks your puppy house training will be completed and you will no longer have to worry about accidents in the house. Puppy house training is the most crucial aspect of owning a new puppy but it can be much easier than you expect if you are consistent and positive.

Is there any such thing as a naturally bad dog? Mostly it is a bad handler. Imagine how annoyed you become when a dog pounces on you as you are out taking a walk along the sidewalk. Your yard is often a favorite place to use as a toilet.

These dogs are not any worse than they neighboring children who have not been well brought up. What is wrong with the kids or the pet when the concerned adults are not doing their duties? Inexperienced owners would be smart to find a dog trainer who can teach them how to properly handle the animal without breaking its spirit.

You need to ask at the vet’s office or local pet stores for names of trainers who hold private or group sessions with the pet and owner; or you could instantly access an online course and nip any behavioral problems in the bud right away.

Part of this training is to teach the owner how to handle their pet. There is a saying amongst trainers however that it is far easier to train dogs than the people that own them! Dogs need to practice when they are taught to walk with leash when they are taken out and for this they need to walk around in a yard or any other area.

Barking is a behavior which is extremely annoying to both owners and neighbors. If you shout or punish your pet for barking it does not serve any purpose – on the contrary it leaves the animal confused. Often, dogs bark because they lack attention or need food and water.

Completely suppressing a dog from barking will not help to prevent a burglar from trying to enter your property! Remember not to promote barking when he is a puppy and then get all worked up when he continues to bark even more as he gets bigger.

You could learn from your trainer how to reinforce certain behaviors in a puppy, which you desire, by giving them the occasional gift for being good. You could start rewarding and motivating your puppy so he will continue with the good behavior; most animals will normally stop doing things for which they get reprimanded.

Remember that you can not coach a dog to adapt to certain behaviors which are not part of his genetic make-up. The best option for getting certain specific behavior is to acquire your pet from a breed which displays those traits. When does a dog become good? Well, when you train them with patience, resolve and of course, a great deal of affection.