Lifestyle & Living
Choose low profiles, stable bases, and textured surfaces that grip. Pair sofas and beds with gentle incline ramps and place them where your dog naturally approaches. Avoid wobbly ottomans and slick leather perches, and keep pathways clear to prevent launch and land habits.
Prevent friction with duplicate resources and clear routines. Provide multiple beds, bowls, and rest stations, teach mat settles for group calm, and rotate one on one training for fairness. Supervise greetings, keep nails short for safe footing, and use ramps so excited meetups stay back friendly.
Burn energy without impact using scent work, puzzle feeders, snuffle mats, and slow treasure hunts. Roll balls along the ground instead of high fetch, play low, straight line tug with clean releases, and mix in short training bursts to work the brain as much as the body.
Plan trips around comfort, safety, and routine. Use a crash tested carrier or secured crate, teach calm loading with a ramp, and schedule toilet and water breaks. Pack a familiar mat, a few chews, and parasite protection so new places feel predictable and safe.
Dachshund proofing your home means shaping spaces for a long back and curious nose. Add non slip runners on main routes, use ramps for couches, beds, and the car, and block stairs when you can. Store tempting items high, secure bins and cables, and set up a calm zone with a bed or crate so your dog can settle safely near the family.
