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
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
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