Dachshunds respond more readily to positive training techniques than harsh methods. The temperament of a Dachshund is something that a new owner needs to be prepared for. These dogs are very intelligent and sometimes it seems as if they are planning the things they do. They especially like to assist in helping you do things around the house and even more so if they think it will help to expedite going out for play or a walk. Dachshunds do very well with kids when they have been socialized and introduced to children as puppies.
Dachshunds make very good watch dogs.
Once they find that they have vocal talent, the Dachshund keeps practicing to make it perfect. One thing that some people may have a problem with is that Dachshunds, being hounds, love to roll in the smelliest, nastiest stuff they can find. It is a Dachshund thing. When they do this, the only solution is a bath. Even when attempting to train a Dachshund, when the dog is given a choice between doing what he knows is expected and doing what he really wants, the Doxie will do what he wants.