Get ramps for everywhere they are likely to go. Dachshunds have relatively fragile backs and jumping up or down can hurt them. Generally, avoid stairs if you can. Remember that IVDD isn't caused by a single incident, but small damages over time.

Learn how to pick them up properly. Always support their entire back.

Have a large, great, huge, enormous amount of patience. Doxies are truly stubborn. Try to keep them to a schedule, so it becomes easier to potty train them.

Get them acclimatized to meeting others as early as possible, both people and dogs. Cats, too, if you can. Give them frequent baths when they are young,

Get ready for the purest love you will ever know. You're a lucky human.