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Miniature Dachshunds 

Health

Dachshunds boast long lifespans when they are well cared for and fed a good quality nutritious diet while being given the correct amount of daily exercise. However because they are what is known as a "dwarf breed" they are prone to suffering and developing back problems. 

Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)

Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)  is a back issues that is seen in all 6 types of the Dachshund

Progressive Retinal Atropy cord 1

Progressive Retinal Atrophy Cord 1 is a degenerative condition that can affect all Miniature Dachshunds 

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Other conditions reported in the breed include the following:

Lafora Disease - a type of epilepsy that is seen in Miniature Wirehaired Dachshunds (MWHD) ​
Idiopathetic Epilepsy - a condition that affects Miniature Longhaired Dachshunds (MLHD)
Distichiarsis - a condition that affects Miniature Longhaired Dachshunds
Acanthosis Nigricans(Dark Patches of Skin)
Pattern Alopecia
Vitiligo
Thyroid problems
Allergies
Patellar luxation

Our Mini Dachshund's Health Testing 

​Alice

Progressive Retinal Atropy cord 1 - Hereditary Clear

Eva

Progressive Retinal Atropy cord 1 - Hereditary Clear

Junior

Progressive Retinal Atropy cord 1 - Hereditary Clear
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