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This Dachshund Puppy Is Waiting for Something. He Won't Say What.

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Sitting very straight on a rough wooden bench, this chocolate Dachshund puppy has the look of someone waiting to be called into a meeting. His glossy brown coat has tan eyebrows and paws, his long ears fall in soft waves, and his head is tilted slightly as he watches something just out of view. Woolly socks, a basket and a small plant fill the room behind him.

A tilted head is one of the most charming things a dog does, and it usually means he is listening closely. Puppies are learning that words and sounds mean something, and a head tilt may help them focus on a voice or work out where a noise is coming from. It is a great moment to teach a basic cue like "sit" with a small treat and a happy tone. Keep early training sessions short, a few minutes at a time, because young dogs tire quickly. Dachshunds are clever and sometimes independent, so patience and rewards work far better than harsh corrections. And since their backs are long, use a stable bench or low step and avoid letting a puppy jump down from high furniture again and again.

Whatever he is hearing, he is taking it seriously. A polite sit, a hopeful stare, and a treat somewhere in his future make for a very good morning.

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