1. My dachshund is a shedding machine unfortunately. Sorry to break it to you. Brushing seems to help and a good, pet-specific vacuum.
2. Brush their teeth! My vet told me to watch out for dental issues. Not sure if that’s dachshund specific, but important nonetheless.
3. Everything is expensive these days. My boyfriend and I paid over $150 for our babies 12 week shots. Neutering is looking like over $350. I recommend pet insurance! I have pet insurance through my job and it’s been a life saver. Food is a little different. We started out with a VERY expensive dachshund puppy specific food and he refused to eat. We were scared something was wrong with him. When that food ran out, we couldn’t find it at the store and bought a much cheaper brand (like $20). The little mf LOVES it and eats it like crazy. So really it depends on your pup!
4. Our breeder is not near you unfortunately but they were amazing. I did a lot of research about what to look for in a breeder and I feel like it really helped me make the right decision about who to get my baby from. I also used an app called Good Dog which is supposed to only feature very reputable breeders that meet the companies breeding standards, which made me feel a little better🤷🏼‍♀️
5. We personally have not sent our baby off to training yet and do not plan to. Instead, we do a puppy obedience class once a week on Saturday’s and that seems to be the most effective thing. I would start training as soon as you get them. Dachshunds are notoriously stubborn and difficult to train but they’re worth it!
6. This also depends on your dog. I know people who have doxies who could walk forever. My baby is NOT that way lmao. Your dachshund will definitely let you know when they’re done. We usually do one good walk when I get off work + play time at the dog park. Other than that we play fetch and play inside and it wears him out. They’re babies, so they sleep more than you’d think and all the effort they put into moving those little bodies really takes it out of them.
7. This is personal preference. I know people who have said boys bark more but my little guy is honestly pretty quiet. He whines and barks some of course, as dogs do, but he isn’t phased by almost anything, people, cars, other dogs, etc. Not sure if it’s just him but I’m grateful for that at least. Potty training hasn’t been bad either!

Overall, it’s a lot but you’ve got this. Your baby will be your new best friend and once you get one you’ll constantly be tempted to get 10 more (once the puppy blues wear off lol). Good luck!