Color dilution alopecia (CDA) is a dermatopathy observed exclusively in animals having a diluted coat color. In dogs, color dilution occurs as a result of a single-nucleotide variation (SNV) c.-22G > A in the melanophilin gene. We standardized a ...
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So Katie surprised us all with these beautiful babies on Thursday and all are doing well.
5 days early.
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Krissy x Redsun pups 4 weeks today.
Eating like horses.
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Dajean Dachshunds. A history and information about the breed.
Shelley's Dajean Kennels have an over 40 year history of breeding top quality dogs.
Breeding a couple of Standard Smooth Dachshund litters as a teenager. Shelley then started with Bullmastiffs (achieving Top-Breeder twice and breeding the top winning bitch in the breed, top-winning brother and sister, along with numerous champions and CC winners) we are now concentrating this expertise mainly on smaller breeds, namely Miniature Wire-haired Dachshunds, and after waiting for many years, Norfolk Terriers. We aim to produce quality, good-looking puppies with excellent temperaments and outgoing, friendly personalities.
We are breeding for;
Type, Temperament and Soundness,
believing that all are necessary to produce a healthy, friendly dog thats looks the part and fulfills the need for a companion dog while still capable of performing its original function.
Our pups are born and reared in our home in the Norfolk countryside alongside our children and other dogs. They are introduced to the outside world at 6weeks, to meet our livestock and learn to toilet in the right place, this means they are housetrained very easily.
If you are looking for a friendly, happy, healthy family dog that still knows what it's job is and looks beautiful too, this is what we are striving to breed. All my dogs live together both indoors and out.
Dachshunds are active dogs, and will take as much exercise as you can give them once adult.They are, however, just as happy curled up on your lap snoozing. they are sociable with other family pets, especially other dachshunds, and are very loyal to their owners. they make keen watchdogs and due to their small size are inexpensive to keep. However it is advised to insure as they can suffer from ivdd (back problems) which can be expensive to fix!
Socialisation is a vital part of training a dachshund. Without this they can prove to be wary of strangers and other dogs. They must be introduced to small children at a young age to be used to having them around.they are a typical hound and are inclined to use their voice! not noted for their obedience, they can be trained with persitence. they like to hunt and can “go deaf” when on a scent.
Wirehairs have harsh body hair, beards and eyebrows, depending on the texture of the coat, which can range from “pinwire” to “hairy” the coat may need to be handstripped 2 to 3 times a year. The most common colours are “Wild Boar” (sometimes called “Brindle” where each hair is striped giving a grizzled effect as opposed to the tiger striped appearance of other brindles), red, black and tan but chocolate and tan, chocolate boar, black and chocolate dapples also occur and are acceptable healthy colours. wires are the most extrovert and active of the dachshund varieties. All miniature dachshunds make good pets if reared and socialised correctly. for someone who wants a small but affectionate companion dog.
Miniature Dachshunds should weigh 10-11lbs standards 20-26lbs but many pets are larger if not bred by show breeders!
The average life expectancy from the Kennel clubs Health Survey was over 12 years but many achieve 16-18 years!
Because they are a Dwarf breed manyDachshunds can suffer from back problems and their weight and lifestyles can change the risks but there is now a scoring scheme which should help improve this over time.
If you are interested in my puppies please send an email to my waiting list on
[email protected]
Telling me something about your home situation regarding working hours children and other pets and also your experience with this or any other breeds and also what you expect of your puppy ie showing breeding or as a fun family companion please? I can then put you in line on my list and contact you.
Health problems in Miniature Wire dachshunds.
Lafora's Disease (Lafora's Epilepsy)
There is a condition which is found predominantly in Miniature Wire Haired Dachshunds called 'Lafora’s disease'.
Lafora’s disease is an inherited, late onset, progressive myoclonic epilepsy. This degenerative neurological disease has been identified in Miniature Wirehaired Dachshunds but it has also been known to be in smooth and long haired Dachshunds. The disease is characterized by myoconus. Typically this looks like a backwards shuddering/jerking of the head when there is movement towards the eyes, when light intensity increases, when there is flickering light (e.g. television) or at sudden noises. Some dogs also develop epilepsy. Middle aged to older dogs (age range 5-8 years) of both sexes can be affected. Unfortunately there is not a completely effective treatment, however many are improved on anti-epileptic drugs.
Although the myoclonus (jerking) and epilepsy can get worse it does not appear to shorten the life of affected dogs; they do not appear to develop the severe neurological signs ( status epilepticus and death) that characterizes the human form of the disease, which occurs because affected dogs are missing a vital enzyme involved with carbohydrate metabolism. This results in the storage of a polyglucasan storage material (Lafora bodies) within the brain and some other tissues. The material interferes with synaptic transmission. Diagnosis is by a dna test.
There have been cases of Dementia which progresses after time. Lafora's Disease can also cause increasing blindness and deafness too.
The abnormal gene which causes this disease has been identified and a DNA test is now available.
If at least one of the parents of your puppy is either tested clear or hereditary clear for this disease your puppy will remain healthy.
Do not buy a puppy if not as there is a high risk of the disease as 50% of the breed carry the gene. If two are bred together 1 in 4 of the pups could be affected and suffer from this.
Intervertebral Disk Disease (IVDD)
Probably the main health problem with Miniature Dachshunds is a condition called Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD). This disease is caused with the weakening of the disks between the vertebrae, in the spine. This can be caused by poor handling, jumping from height, over exercise, increased weight or strain on the spine or the main cause is usually due to obesity. Obesity is a very common cause basically because Dachshunds will eat practically anything put in front of them.
There is a high degree of inheritance to this disease and some varieties of dachshunds suffer more often than others.
Some suggestions for helping prevent further injury or pain to your Miniature Dachshund's spine are confining your dog to their crate / cage to prevent any undue movement or stress on their spine. Drugs that can be prescribed by your vet to ease pain are anti-inflammatory medication, steroids or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like carprofen and meloxicam. If your Dachshund suffers from chronic back pain they can also be prescribed with tramadol. In more severe cases the disk contents can be removed. In the event of the worst case of paralysis your Miniature Dachshund may require a cart to get them around.
There has recently (01/12/16) been a new test set up for young breeding stock (2-4 years old) which may help us to know the potential risk of ivdd and the hereditary nature of how it affects our dogs. But it is in it's infant stages and not many dogs have been tested yet.
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
A common problem with Miniature Dachshunds and many other breeds of dog is Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) or Progressive Retinal Degeneration (PRD). This disease can affect some breeds of dog early in their life. PRA is a family of diseases which gradually degrade the retina. It will affect your dog's ability to see in the dark or low light levels. If your Dachshund's environment remains constant he/she should be able to adapt well to this disability. You can recognise PRA/PRD forming by checking your dog's eyes for increasingly dilated pupils which will cause a 'shine' to their eyes. The lens of the eye may appear cloudy or opaque, resulting in a cataract.
There is a DNA test for the disease and if buying a puppy make sure that at least one parent is either tested clear or hereditary clear of the disease.
If one of your pup's parents is tested clear your puppy should remain healthy as two genes for the disease are needed to be affected by it.
So it is important to buy a Kennel Club registered puppy as the parents health tests can be checked on their paperwork to show if they have a risk of disease.