The Reason Dachshunds Like To Burrow 

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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?

Why wouldn’t someone like burrowing under a blanket, that’s what blankets are for – to be cozy and nice to sleep in.

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. 

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.

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?

This made dachshunds expert diggers and allowed them to widen their prey’s burrows

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.

This can be bad news if you have lots of potted plants at home or a well-arranged garden or lawn you want to keep in a specific condition.

Burrowing is pretty harmless as it essentially just amounts to your Doxie sleeping under a blankie most of the time. 

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