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A Little Lamb Decided the Red Dachshund Was Her Leader

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A long red Dachshund marches down a gravel path with his nose low and his ears swinging, and behind him a small white lamb trots in his footsteps. The path winds past a whitewashed farmhouse door, clay pots and a blue watering can. The Dachshund's short legs move quickly, and the lamb keeps pace with surprising ease. She looks to be following the leader's every step, ears forward, and the dog seems to know she is there, though he never turns around. He seems to be following a smell, and she seems to be following him.

Dachshunds were bred in Germany to follow scent trails into burrows, and that bold, curious nature is still obvious today. They are loyal and spirited, with a stubborn streak, and they love to sniff. Their long backs are delicate, so jumping off furniture and climbing stairs repeatedly should be limited, and keeping them at a healthy weight protects their spines. Ask your vet for tips. Lambs often follow a leader instinctively, as flock animals do, which explains the little parade. Gravel paths are fine for walking, though hot stones in summer can be hard on paws. If a dog loves to chase scents, a longer leash or a safe fenced area lets him sniff to his heart's content.

The Dachshund leads, the lamb follows, and the path goes on a little farther.

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