Miniature dachshund puppies come from a conger dysplastic breed, which means that they have bowed bones and growth plates that are at the ends of their bones. Learn about the decreasing metabolism of miniature dachshunds over time with help from a veterinarian in this free video on caring for puppies. Expert: James Talbott Bio: Dr. James R. Talbott is a staff veterinarian at Belle Forest Animal Hospital and Kennel in Nashville, Tenn. Filmmaker: Dimitri LaBarge