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09 Do Dachshunds Have Any Funny Habits?




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This article is from the Dachshund Breed FAQ, by njchillie@REMOVE_TO-REPLY.yahoo.com (Steven Michelson) with numerous contributions by others.

09 Do Dachshunds Have Any Funny Habits?

One peculiar thing they do is to roll around in smelly things when
they encounter them. This is due to their hunting instinct. While
doing this, they are trying to "lose their scent" so that their prey
cannot smell them. Chillie tries to do this, but I'm usually pretty
quick to detect when she's about to do it, and I put an end to it
rather quickly. (Whenever she gets too interested in something, I
know there's potential trouble!) Another carry-over from their
hunting days is that they love to dig. Although this trait is
usually seen outdoors, it also follows them into the house, where
they like to tunnel through blankets until they get it "just right."

 

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