Dachshund Owners Handbook

The Disabled Dachshund Society has prepared a handbook for dachshund owners. In this handbook, you will find information on Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD) and what to look for, heart-warming success stories, answers to common questions, things to avoid, various therapies, and emergency preparedness. The handbook is in PDF file format and approximately 372 KB in size. You will need the Adobe Acrobat Reader in order to view this document. [more]

Expressing The Bladder

Expressing is a procedure whereby external pressure is applied to the bladder to help void the contents. Bladder control is sometimes diminished, if not completely lost, when a dog becomes disabled. If the bladder is not emptied several times a day, it can lead to serious infection or bladder stones that may have to be removed surgically. Should your pet have trouble emptying his bladder, it is important that you ask your vet to show you how to express the bladder. [more]

Water Therapy

Giving your pet water therapy is easy. Fill your bathtub with warm water, just high enough to cover your dog’s shoulders and low enough to avoid having his face in the water. Place your dog in the tub while holding his head above water with one hand and supporting his rear and belly area with the other. [more]

Emergency Preparedness

If you are like most people, you have been taught to be prepared in the event of an emergency. You have an escape plan in place for your family in case of fire and a safe room in the house for everyone to go to in case of tornado warnings. But does your plan include your pets? [more]

Traveling With Your Pet

Planning a family vacation and taking your pet? Then don’t forget to make appropriate travel plans that include your pet. [more]

Pet Care: Nail Trimming

Trimming your pet’s nails should be made a part of your regular routine. Try to trim at least once every two weeks. The more you do this, the more comfortable you and your pet will be. [more]