Dachshunds For Dummies (For Dummies (Pets))

"In response to reports of dogs developing kidney failure after eating large amounts of grapes or raisins, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) conducted a review of all related cases in its database. Veterinary toxicologists found that all of the companion canines developed vomiting within six hours of ingestion; the estimated amounts of grapes or raisins eaten ranged from nine ounces to two pounds. Other commonly reported signs included diarrhea, anorexia, lethargy and abdominal pain, and all of the dogs developed evidence of kidney disfunction. Adds APCC's Charlotte Means, DVM, "Whether the ingested grapes were purchased fresh from grocery stores or grown in private yards didn't seem to matter, nor did the brand eaten." Clinical signs lasted for several days--sometimes even weeks. And after aggressive treatment, which included intravenous fluids and medications, half of the dogs recovered, while the others died or had to be euthanized."

Visit the ASPCA website for more info. Please do not feed grapes or raisins to your dog.


A must for the new dachshund owner   May 9, 2002
 4 out of 5 found this review helpful

This book is a must if you are thinking of getting a dachshund or already lucky enough to own one. Ms. Adamsom is true to mark in her bright, funny descriptions of these terrific little dawgs. (Remember dachshunds don't know they're d--s.) I laughed out loud when she said" If i see it it's mine, if I touch it , it's mine, if I think it's mine-- it's mine" just like my dachshund. This is his house, yard,, street etc,etc, And yes he's very particular about his food-- he doesn't know he has poor taste buds. Thanks to Ms. Adamson, I have a much better understanding of my dawg--- now if only he could understand me!!


A must for the new dachshund owner   May 9, 2002
 11 out of 11 found this review helpful

This book is a must if you are thinking of getting a dachshund or already lucky enough to own one. Ms. Adamsom is true to mark in her bright, funny descriptions of these terrific little dawgs. (Remember dachshunds don't know they're d--s.) I laughed out loud when she said" If i see it it's mine, if I touch it , it's mine, if I think it's mine-- it's mine" just like my dachshund. This is his house, yard,, street etc,etc, And yes he's very particular about his food-- he doesn't know he has poor taste buds. Thanks to Ms. Adamson, I have a much better understanding of my dawg--- now if only he could understand me!!


A Must Have For New Dachsie Owners   February 27, 2002
 8 out of 10 found this review helpful

Thinking about a Dachsie? This is the Book. I just got a puppy and this book is still helpful. Not only can you read it through, but you can use it as a reference. Very Helpful. I recommend this book highly.


Particularly good if you have very young puppies   January 14, 2002
 13 out of 16 found this review helpful

My family got this book before we got our dachie, and I thought it was really informative. It explains the little actions of a dachshund really well. I definitely recommend this to first time owners. It's helped my family a lot!