what is a normal temperature for a dachshund
Some breeders and owners check their dachshund's temperature to monitor the start of labor. Many, but not all, dachshunds will experience a temperature decrease of about 1 degree from the normal temperature of 101 to 102.5 just a few hours before labor begins. The dachshund will experience some contractions and may repeated lick at her vulva in the hours before delivery.