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Can miniature dachshund live with following animals?

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Question
chipmunk,ferret,hamster?

Thanks!

Answer
Hi Hiromashi,

None of the small animals you've mentioned would be a good choice as a companion to a Miniature Dachshund. Dachshunds have been bred for hundreds of years to hunt and kill the very animals you are asking about, so their instincts are very strong.

An exception might be if the dog was a still a small puppy when introduced to those other animals, and even still the dog would require constant supervision.

Best of luck,

Patti