Puppy Lodge Blog

Crate training sets the foundation for everything that comes next with a new puppy. The first night home is the hardest one for most families, and how that space gets

Potty training a Miniature Dachshund tests patience. Doxies earned a reputation for stubbornness, thanks to generations of little dogs who’ve decided the rain is unacceptable. A puppy who learned to

How to train a Miniature Dachshund is one of the most common questions new owners ask after their first week. This happens when a new owner gets frustrated when the

Feeding a Miniature Dachshund correctly is the single biggest lever you control over how long this dog stays healthy. Weight management is a serious concern with Doxies. If your Doxie

The Week-by-Week Guide That Sets You and Your New Best Friend Up for a Great Life Together You have been thinking about this for a while. Maybe months. Maybe years.

By the time you meet your puppy at eight weeks old, some of the most important developmental work has already happened. Not the cute milestones like opening their eyes or

You have chosen the perfect breed of dog and have reserved your puppy. You have read the articles, asked the questions, and made the commitment. Now comes the part that

A Lifestyle-Based Guide from The Puppy Lodge Getting a puppy is one of the most exciting decisions a family can make. It is also one of the easiest to get

There is a reason people call them Teddy Bears. The round face, the dark button eyes, the soft, fluffy coat that makes them look like a stuffed animal come to

Picture a Siberian Husky shrunk down to a size that fits in your lap, with the same striking blue eyes, the same thick coat, the same wolf-like markings, and a