Here is a small list with links to information of activities that your Dachshund wants to do!
Available resources to consider getting your Dachshund involved in. Remembering, Dachshunds are Hounds, bred to track and kill Badgers, and other smaller game. This is in their DNA, and every Dachshund loves to use it’s nose to hunt prey to different degrees.
Field Trials- Field Trials – Dachshund Club of America
Barn Hunt- Barn Hunt Association
Tracking- Tracking – American Kennel Club (akc.org)
Scent Work- AKC Scent Work – American Kennel Club
Agility- Agility Sports for All Dogs and Owners - American Kennel Club (akc.org)
I highly encourage owners of our puppies to pursue these activities with your Dachshund, they can start going to AKC trials as young as 6 months of age, with the exception of Agility. We will be re-introducing the "Rebate Program" where you can earn Cash or Credit for completing OFA Health testing and putting titles on your Blueprint Dachshund!
While Dachshunds make great companions, it’s only fair to consider meeting their needs mentally and physically. After all, they are in fact Hunting Hounds.