How does a Dachshund interact with children?

Dachshunds are scent hound dog breeds who were bred to hunt badgers and other tunneling animals, rabbits, and foxes. ...... Always teach children how to approach and touch dogs, and always supervise any interactions between dogs and young children to prevent any biting or ear or tail pulling on the part of either party. read more

Some dachshunds are good with kids, others are not. Mine loves, but does not trust kids. If she hears a group of kids mentioning her name several times in a conversation she figures something she don’t like is going to happen and she will go hide. To her being dressed up in baby clothes and pushed around in a stroller is a terrible thing. read more

Finally, you can avoid some negative traits by training your Dachshund to respect you and by following the 11-step care program in my book, 11 Things You Must Do Right To Keep Your Dog Healthy and Happy. read more