Why Do Most Dachshunds Like To Burrow Under Blankets?
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Doxies are a fascinating breed in more ways than one. For example, why do dachshunds like to burrow and dig, and what to do about it?
Why Do Dachshunds Like To Burrow?
On the one hand, asking why someone likes sleeping under a blanket sounds silly.
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On the other hand, if you’ve had dogs of several different breeds, you’ve likely noticed that dachshunds like to burrow much more than most.
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And that habit goes well beyond just blankets too – laundry, comforters, quilts – a dachshund is always looking for places to burrow into.
Why Does My Dachshund Like To Dig?
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Being short and able to get into narrow holes often wasn’t enough for this exert badger hunter dog – sometimes, digging was also necessary.
That’s why the dachshund’s breeders also made sure to select for dogs that had wide paddle-like paws, strong front legs, and powerful chests.
What this means for us as pet owners today, however, is that dachshunds still have an instinct to dig through things, especially dirt and soil.
