Being the owner of Dachshunds, to me a book on dog…
“Being the owner of Dachshunds, to me a book on dog discipline becomes a volume of inspired humor. Every sentence is a riot. Some day, if I ever get a chance, I shall write a book, or warning, on the character and temperament of the Dachshund and why he can't be trained and shouldn't be. I would rather train a striped zebra to balance an Indian club than induce a Dachshund to heed my slightest command. When I address Fred I never have to raise either my voice or my hopes. He even disobeys me when I instruct him in something he wants to do.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Describes Dachshunds as untrainable, humorously comparing them to a striped zebra.
In simple terms: Dachshunds are stubborn and funny.
Key Takeaway
Accept their nature, enjoy the humor.
Themes
humor
animals
training
personality
observation
Mood
lighthearted
reflective
Type
humorous
observational
When to use this quote
- pet ownership
- training sessions
- writing humor
- public speaking
- animal rescue
Key Concepts
behavioral traits
human-animal bond
comedic perspective
Questions to Reflect On
- Can humor change training approaches?
- What does this say about expectations?
A Different Perspective
Not all dogs can be trained; breed traits vary.