How to keep your dachshund busy

How to Keep Your Dachshund Occupied?

Has your dog been asking for or demanding a little more attention lately? In this new article, we want to help you keep your dachshund occupied at home or outdoors 😃

There are very simple ways to keep your pet active and train them with exercises or stimulating intellectual games!

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Signs That Your Dachshund Is Bored

Here are 4 of the most well-known signs that may indicate boredom in your small dog:

Your Dog Is Seeking Attention

When you are sitting in front of Netflix or working at your computer, you are busy, but your dog is not involved with you.

Your dachshund may then start licking your feet, your legs, or even start barking.

This is not necessarily a behavior that needs to be corrected; they just want a little attention from their owner to say: "hey! I exist too, despite my small size."

Your Dachshund's Behavior Is Destructive

Destruction of clothes, furniture (wooden legs, rugs), bed linen, or even the trash can... Does this temperament for chewing and biting seem familiar to you?

Your dachshund lacks occupation, and their canine behavior can then become different and destructive.

For dogs that may have this attitude, it is nothing malicious; they are (in most cases) entertaining themselves to pass the time.

If you have any doubts, seek advice from your veterinarian.

Your Dog Barks More Often

The dachshund is one of the dog breeds (terriers, hunting dogs) where barking is more frequent than in some of its counterparts, and they make very good guard dogs to warn their owners.

However, your dachshund's yapping can sometimes be excessive when they do not know how to keep themselves busy.

Read: Dachshund barking, 5 tips

Dachshunds, both puppies and adults, are dogs known to be playful, lively, and energetic.

This canine breed therefore needs activity and to relax, for instance during outings or walks.

Also, they may demand playtime in the morning or during the day, so get them some fun toys or chew balls. (always supervise your dog while playing).

This way, your dachshund's night will be much calmer and more peaceful 😴

Your Dachshund Is Obsessed with Something

Does your dog often circle around something, or is their behavior strange at certain times of the day?

If this is the case, it may be due to boredom.

Furthermore, if your adorable pooch is often at your feet when you are going out or at home, they are displaying obsession.

There are many dogs that stick to their owners in the evening or just after eating. Yes, some are more affectionate.

Different Ways to Keep Your Dachshund Occupied

If you have children running around, your dachshund will take the opportunity to play with them. This will make them exercise, burn off energy, and keep them occupied for a while during their day!

Physical Exercise

The physical routine of exercising not only prevents boredom but also helps reduce your dachshund's stress and anxiety.

It is also a great way to reconnect and share precious moments with your dog.

A minimum of 30 minutes of walking per day with your dog is recommended (twice a day would be ideal).

Try to organize a walk in the forest or a long hike with your dachshund... Since dachshunds are dogs known for their hunting skills, they love exploring this type of terrain.

NOTE: If your dog has poor recall, be careful and keep them on a leash. Dachshunds easily have a tendency to run off solo on an adventure...

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Mental Stimulation Game

Regardless of the size of your dachshund (kaninchen or miniature, dwarf, standard), they love playing, so don't hesitate to stimulate them with their toys, most of which are very fun! 😉

For example, making them use their brains to search for and find kibble contributes to the healthy growth of your pet.

Also, it will reduce their excess and frequent periods of barking or attacking your furniture.

In Summary

Keeping your dachshund occupied is not very complicated:

Walks that tire them out, toys that stimulate them, and of course, lots of love and petting on their beautiful coat 😊

You can also (with time) introduce your gentle terrier to training activities near your home, and remember to offer them a dental toy ball to take care of their teeth and breath!

The Teckelshop team - 💚 Last modified on 09/15/26

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