How to Groom a Dachshund

Widely known as the "weiner dog," Dachshunds have three coat varieties. They can be short-haired, long-haired and wire-haired. What's more, there are three miniature Dachshund varieties of each coat type. Each coat type requires different grooming techniques, so follow the steps in your particular dog's section.

Things You'll Need

  • Damp cloth
  • Slicker brush
  • Gentle dog shampoo
  • Soft bath towels
  • Final coat conditioner
  • Soft bristle brush
  • Chamois cloth
  • Metal comb
  • Scissors
  • Clippers
  • blade
  • Dog shampoo
  • Blow dryer
  • Hard bristle brush
  • Blunt-nosed scissors
  • Paper towels or tissues
  • Nail clippers
  • Eye cleansing solution
  • Soft toothbrush
  • Dog toothpaste
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Instructions

  1. Short, smooth-haired Dachshund

    • 1

      Brush hair two to three times a week using a damp cloth and a slicker brush.

    • 2

      Bathe your short-haired Dachshund every two months with gentle, non-drying dog shampoo. Get a recommendation from your vet, breeder or pet store.

    • 3

      Dry your dog with soft bath towels.

    • 4

      Finish his coat with a final coat conditioner. Lightly rub a small amount on his coat with a soft bristle brush. Polish off with a chamois cloth for extra sheen.

    Long-haired Dachshund

    • 5

      Brush your long-haired Dachshund every other day with a slicker brush.

    • 6

      Use a metal comb to work out any mats or tangles when needed.

    • 7

      Trim your long-haired dog's stray hairs with scissors every one to two months, paying particular attention to his feet and the hair between his pads.

    • 8

      Clip hair on her stomach and inner thighs with clippers and a blade. Some owners prefer this neater appearance.

    • 9

      Bathe your long-haired Dachshund every two months, using a breeder or vet recommended dog shampoo. Work out all tangles before you apply shampoo.

    • 10

      Dry your dog using a blow dryer and soft bristle brush to remove excess shed hair.

    Wire-haired Dachshund

    • 11

      Brush your wire-haired Dachshund with a hard bristle brush every day, particularly when they shed their coat profusely.

    • 12

      Clip his beard and eyebrows once a month, or as needed, with blunt-nosed scissors. Unlike the short and long-haired varieties, wire-haired Dachshunds have tufts of hair on their face and chin, much like terriers.

    • 13

      Bathe your wire-haired every two months with a breeder or vet recommended dog shampoo. The shampoo type will depend on how long and course his coat is.

    • 14

      Dry your pet with bath towels or with a blow dryer, brushing out your dog's coat with a softer bristle brush to remove excess hair and tangles.

    All Dachshund varieties

    • 15

      Clean your Dachshund's ears, using a soft, damp paper towel or tissue. Remove excess ear wax and check for mites and signs of infection.

    • 16

      Trim her nails once a week, using dog nail clippers. Clip only the tips, being careful to avoid the quick as it bleeds and causes pain.

    • 17

      Apply a few drops of eye cleansing solution every one to two weeks and carefully wipe away excess solution and dirt under your pet's eyes.

    • 18

      Keep your Dachshund's teeth clean with a soft toothbrush and dog toothpaste, recommended by your vet or breeder. Dachshunds require regular oral exams by your vet.