I just got a mixed breed dachshund. Since he mostly resembles a Dachshund I was wondering if his back would be stronger than a purebred dachshund?
By Sally from OH
No, I have a mixed breed Doxie and he is on wheels today because he lost the use of his hind legs 5 years ago. He gets along quite well on his wheels.
No. Since a mixed breed doxie is still a doxie mix, they still have a chance of having a bad back.
I have a corgi mix who I believe has dachshund in her, as well. Though she isn't short; she still has two breeds in her make up that may have back problems.
I think it all depends on genetics. We have had two dachshunds and currently one dachshund/terrier mix, Belle. She has the body of and looks like a dachshund but has white muzzle, feet, and belly. Neither of our full dachshunds had back problems. We thought Belle was having a problem with her back about a month ago but the Vet didn't think it was her back. He gave her a shot of prednisone and some prednisone tablets to use as needed. So far she hasn't needed them.
No I have a mix breed she is part Dotson and Chiwawa with the Doston back and chiwaw face. I just took her to her Vet last week and she has been on pain pills and not herself. It hurts me to see her like that she is such a sweet dog. Vet said one day she may need back surgary. I highly suggest do not let your pet jump from beds and couch really hard to do because I love to cuddle with her but from here on out I will have to pick her up to be on the bed and put her down before she jumps!
