Appearance of the Dashalier
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| The Dashalier is a small breed that can measure from 33 to 41 centimeters. These dogs often have a long, lean body that may not be as long as the Dachshund, but is just as slender. Their heads are generally flat but rounded, their muzzles are of medium length, their eyes are large and round, and their ears are floppy. Typically, they will have silky fur on their ears and sometimes on their legs. Tails can be long and almost sickle-shaped. Coats can be long or medium to short in length, with a dense, wiry texture. Colors can range from Blenheim blends (red and white), cream blends and tricolors in various combinations. |
Temperament of the Dashalier
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| The Dachshund is a relatively difficult breed to train, due to its stubborn, authoritarian character. However, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel tends to be a dog eager to please its owner, making it an easy breed to train. As such, your Dashalier is a breed that can be moderately easy to train if you start at an early age and work with consistency that suits both parental influences. This hybrid often does well in a family environment, getting on very well with children and pets. However, socialization must take place during childhood to avoid any behavioral problems with other family members. It's also important to teach children how to play with and approach these small breed dogs, as they can get hurt if a child is too rough. As for strangers, your Dashalier may tend to bark a lot when meeting new people. |
Needs and activities of the Dashalier
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| These hybrids tend to have bursts of energy and times when they're very active. During these times, offering toys and playtime with other canine companions can help them meet their energy needs. Being a small dog, the Dashalier doesn't need intense exercise. Instead, 2 to 3 short walks a day will keep him happy, and allow him to get some fresh air and say hello to the neighbors. Other ways in which owners can meet their dog's daily activity needs include retrieving games, off-leash park visits in a secure enclosure, and swimming. |
Maintenance of the Dashalier
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| Dashaliers are moderate shedders and, depending on the type of parent breed, their level of maintenance can vary. For example, a Dachshund may be long-haired, wire-haired or have a short, smooth coat. The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel often has a silky, medium-length coat. Your Dashalier can easily have a coat of any length. If you have a Dashalier with the wire-haired or long-haired trait, you'll need to use a pin brush to brush it, and you may need to wash your Dashalier often. If you have a Dashalier with a shorter coat, brushing with a smoother brush will do the trick, and bathing can be minimized. As with all dogs, teeth brushing, ear cleaning and nail trimming should be carried out regularly as part of the grooming routine. |
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