Anyone know anything about Doxies????

Question

I have a 2 year old mini doxie I adopted from the pound 3 months ago. She had potty problems and that is fine now but she eats and tears up everything (and I mean everything)I swear she is part goat. I now have a hole in the carpet from her and the trim on one of my walls is missing. Cant leave anything were she can get it or its chewed. She even gets on the kitchen table. Any suggestions?

I was using a crate but she chewed up the bottom of it and barks the hole time I am gone also slobbers all over it.

Answer 1

The dachshund breed was developed for hunting badgers and are natural diggers. This breed can be difficult to house train. These little dogs are left at shelters by owners frustrated and unprepared for the training process and the unique nature of training this breed.

Separation anxiety is seen in this breed. The unwilling and unknowledgeable owner often will give up on their needy charge. Separation anxiety is simply that the dog does not want to be alone or without you. Many dogs that exhibit this problem will be the best, most loving companion to humans and are very much worth the extra effort. Some separation anxiety symptoms are: Destructive behaviors, barking, potty training issues. There are many solutions to separation anxiety: More exercise, obedience training, crating, in some extreme cases drug therapy can help. See a trainer, behaviorist and veterinarian.

Answer 2

My dachshund was an active chewer until she was about 4 or 5 (she's 9 now). The best thing you can do is to give her lots of things that she can chew on like rawhides and nylabones and encourage her to chew on them through play. Put anything that you absolutely don't want to be chewed on up high. I couldn't leave shoes on the floor for 4 years.

Answer 3

I would make sure your kitchen table is inaccessible. If she fell from high up, she could severely damage her back, which is pretty difficult to repair...usually after spinal damage, they are pretty unhappy & life can be a struggle. Make sure your little gal cannot get up on anything (chairs) too high. I'd ask your vet what you should do regarding the chewing issue/consult a pet training specialist. Aren't they the coolest though? I miss my li'l gal Maggie so much..but she lived a very long & healthy life! :)

Good luck, T

Answer 4

There are two major causes of destructive behaviour: boredom and separation anxiety. Separation anxiety
is a term used to describe the insecure behaviour of a dog who is too dependent on his owner and thus becomes destructive in his owner's absence.
Separation anxiety is also common in dogs who have been abandoned or mistreated
Too many dogs are given up for adoption because of destructive behaviour, usually without any effort by their owners to change or improve their pet's behaviour. Accepting the responsibility of owning a dog means being prepared to deal with such situations.
The suggestions listed below will help you and your dog get right back on the good behaviour "track":

Have your dog spayed or neutered.

Give your dog rigorous, tiring exercise before you leave your home. This will require more time and effort on your part, but it is necessary to help your dog.

Make all home departures and arrivals uneventful. Avoid exciting your dog at these times.
Most destructive behaviour occurs within the first and last half hours a dog is alone. This is due usually to anxiety brought on by the excitement that often surrounds this time.
Plan a play session for your dog half an hour after you arrive home.

Never reprimand unless you have caught your dog in the act of being destructive.
Punishing your dog on your return for something done in your absence will serve only to increase its anxiety and confusion, and will hinder any progress you have already made.

Purchase a crate for your dog to stay in while you are away from home or are unable to keep an eye on your dog (this is comparable to placing a toddler in a playpen). Line the crate with a blanket and provide a variety of safe and suitable chew toys for your dog.
Never use the crate as a form of reprimand. Make the act of entering the crate enjoyable.
This method is commonly referred to as "cage" or "crate training", and emulates a natural habit of dogs, which is to go into a den for a safe and secure place to rest. Once you feel your dog can be left on his own, you can practice leaving him alone for short periods of time.
Allow your dog access only to certain areas of the house and, as with children, make sure breakables and dangerous items are well out of reach (also keep in mind that your dog may just prefer to stay in its "den"). You may wish to read The Toronto Humane Society Fact Sheet "Crate Training" for more information.
Before leaving, switch on a radio tuned to a soft music/talk station. The sound of soft human voices and music has a calming effect on dogs.

Consult a veterinarian about your dog's diet. Foods that are too high in protein and/or lack other necessary nutrients may have an effect on your dog's behaviour.

Make use of the experience of others. Many excellent books are available.

Most behavioural problems can be solved with the right amount of love, time and patience. Don't give up! The love and devotion your dog has for you will make it all worthwhile.

Answer 5

That is a big problem with these "so called" designer dogs. They get bred so much, so many different ways you can say they are inbred,they have alot of behavior problems and health problems,and it continue unless people stop buying them. The only thing you can do is put your dog in obedience classes.and hope down the road she doesn't have serious medical problems.

Answer 6

you have to learn to live with it , if you love them !!!!!!!! I have one who also gets on the table and she is a barker , never chewed. She is 3 years and I still have trouble with her potty training , when it rains or snows forget it. Buy puppy papers , she uses them. I bought her the stairs $40.00 , she won't even use them , they have their own minds , good luck !!!!!

Answer 7

therapy *****!!!!