I have two dachshunds right now, middies , not mini and not standard.
The male is absolutely fearless and ready to take on the whole world,but is loving and
actually very responsive to commands.
The female shows signs of being a true "alpha bitch" at times, all 9 lbs of her. Then
she is sometimes much more passive.
Both can get their feelings hurt by yelling at them or "correcting them".
I heard a term used about another breed "genetic hunger", which meant that the breed
had evolved from a harsh environment in which food was not always a certainty.
Therefore the breed is always ready and willing to eat. My two think that all food was
created for them (and that everything in my hand is food.)
A fat doxie is not a pleasant sight.....
I know you will love your new girl and be truly loved in return.
Darice
