Dachshund Puppies

The Dachshund, meaning "badger dog" in German, is a member of the hound group.  They have a friendly personality, and are clever, lively and courageous.  The Dachshund has a keen sense of smell and is an eager hunter that excels in both above- and below-ground work.
The Dachshund comes in two sizes, either standard or miniature.  The larger of the two, the standard size, was developed to hunt badgers and other burrow dwelling animals, while the smaller miniature was developed to hunt rabbits.  Their easily recognizable bodies are long and muscular, with paddle-like feet for efficient digging. They come in three different coat varieties (Smooth, Wirehaired or Longhaired), and depending on their coat type, Dachshunds may need regular grooming.

Dachshunds are lovable, playful companions, and an ideal pet for many homes, including those with children with appropriate supervision.  Any child in the household should be aware of the vulnerability of the Dachshunds back and not carry them about roughly.  They require moderate exercise, and can adapt to most living environments.

The breed became popular in the U.S. during the early 1900’s, but fell out of favor during World War I. After the war, a few U.S. breeders slowly rebuilt the gene pool by importing German stock, and the breed began to increase in popularity again.

Many dachshunds are stubborn, making them a challenge to train. Dachshunds can be difficult to housebreak, and patience and consistency is often needed in this endeavor.

Dog Breed Profile: Dachshund Puppies

Country of Origin: Germany
Bred for: Badger and rabbit hunting
Group: Hound
Color: Solid red or cream; two-colored, in black, chocolate, wild boar (each hair is banded in two colors), gray (blue), and fawn (Isabella) with tan or cream markings. Patterns include dapple (light patches over a darker base), brindle (dark stripes over a lighter base), and sable (red hair with dark tips)
Life span: 12 to 16 years
Grooming Needs: Brush smooths weekly. Brush and comb longhairs every few days to minimize tangles. Brush wirehairs weekly and keep feet trimmed, or hand strip coat to maintain its true type
Coat: Three coat types - smooth, longhaired, and wirehaired
Size: Standards, 8 - 9 inches, 16 - 32 pounds; miniatures, 5 - 6 inches, 11 pounds or less
Temperment: Independent, intelligent, and affectionate
Training: Moderate
Energy: Moderate
Children: Good with shool age children
Compatibility with other dogs: Good
Health Concerns: Intervertebral disk disease, epilepsy, alleregies, bloat