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Always select a
reputable breeder. Many believe IVDD is hereditary and reputable
breeders always study and know the dogs in a pedigree.
Reputable breeders may have less incidence of back problems.
- Always
keep your Dachshund trim.
- Limit
their jumping as much as possible. Purchasing
ramps may help. Ideas for making your home back
friendly
- Feed
a good nutritious diet.
- Find
a vet that knows the breed and discuss with
them their treatment(s) for disc disease. A checklist
of questions to ask the ER, general and
specialist vets)
- Use
common sense and avoid circumstances that
could cause injuries to a long-bodied dog. A
lot of injuries occur because of slipping,
sharp turns, running into things and twisting.
- Get
your Dachshund used to a crate as a puppy in
case of any future circumstances which would
require a pro-longed confinement.
- Keep
the nails cut short
- A
harness may prevent extra stress on the neck
area.
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Always pick up your Dachshund supporting the
back. (photo)
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Know the common
IVDD drugs and their adverse reactions
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