✅ 1. Ramps: A Dachshund’s Best Friend

• No jumping from sofas, beds, or cars.
• Non-slip ramps or low steps keep us safe.
• Turn “Otto, NO!” into “Otto, GO!”

🏊 2. Swim Like a Super Seal

• Gentle swimming = strong spine without stress.
• Always wear a life jacket; keep swims short and sweet.
• Warm and dry afterwards for maximum cuddles.

Try K9 Swim!

💪 3. Low-Impact Workout Wonders

• Twice daily, 15–20-minute walks. Choose harness over collar for more even pressure.
• Balance exercises, try to get your talented dachshund to walk backwards: hold a treat in front of them and walk towards them— reward them after a few steps back!
• Controlled sit to stands for core strength.
• Fun, controlled play = maximum spine health!

🍽️ 4. Slim Sausage, Strong Spine

• Maintain a neat waistline. A sausage dog should not really be shaped like a sausage.
• Measure meals, choose lean treats.
• Remember: extra weight adds extra strain.

🏠 5. Home Safety, Otto-Approved

• Baby gates block stairs; place ramps at key spots.
• Soft landing zones and non-slip mats prevent slips.
• Always pick up Dachshunds with full-body support—no sausages stranded in mid-space!

🔍 6. Early Signs = Vet Visit ASAP

Watch for:

• Reluctance to play or climb, stiffness, wobbles, yelping.
• Immediate action: restrict movement, gentle carrying, go to vets.
• Regular check-ups = healthy, happy Dachshunds.

🐶 7. Friendly Play Protocols

• Calm, short play sessions with suitable dog friends.
• Avoid rough chases, excessive ball play, slippery floors.
• Gentle playtime = happier spines.

🌟 Mission Accomplished!

We Dachshunds may not leap like Labradors, but we soar up ramps, glide in pools, and get carried like royalty!

Remember: Ramps, not jumps. Walks, not leaps. Always support the whole sausage dog.

Wishes of infinite tail wags and a future full of safe adventures and endless cuddles!

Agent Otto, I've got your back! 🚀🐾