Dachshund Dog Breed Information
- AKA:Sausage Dog
- Size:Small
- Ease of Training:Medium
- Grooming:Low/Medium (Depends on coat type)
- Shedding:Low (Wirehaired) Medium (Short and Longhaired)
- Exercise Needed:Occasional walk
- Energy Level:Low/Medium
- Protection:High, watchdog barking
- Good with Children:Yes, with older, gentle children
- Health Clearances:OFA, CERF
- Weight:11-32 lbs
- Height:5-9 inches
- Coat Colour:Solid red, sable, or cream; black and tan, chocolate and tan, wild boar and tan, gray and tan, or fawn and tan, brindle
Dachshund Coat
The Dachshund comes in three different varieties. The Smooth Haired Dachshund, Wirehaired Dachshund, and the Longhaired Dachshund. He also comes in two different sizes being standard and miniature. The Longhaired Dachshund has a long and straight coat, with hair slightly feathered and longer on the underbelly, ears, chest, and legs. The Smooth Coat has a straight, smooth, short, and glossy coat that should all be of equal length along the body of the dog. The Wirehaired has a coat of broken appearance with wiry, coarse, and harsh hair.
Dachshund Character
Dachshunds are a very clownish breed and can be very mischievous at times. A very intuitive dog, the Dachshund is now most commonly seen as a companion rather than a hunter. This breed loves to be around people and should never exhibit signs of aggression or timidity. The Dachshund is an all around friendly dog, is very outgoing, and is sure to steal the hearts of everyone he meets.
Dachshund Temperament
The Dachshund is a fun loving dog, tenacious, and lively, but can become jealous and be very irritable. This breed does not do well with smaller children, but can do very well with older and more considerate children. Due to his small size and tiny legs, this breed should not be placed in a home with larger dogs unless they were raised around each other. The Dachshund has the tendency to become jealous, however can do very well with many other toy breeds in the home providing they are not snippy.
Dachshund Care
The Long Haired variety requires quite a bit of grooming. Being that this dog is so low to the ground, he is prone to getting burrs, sticks, and twigs stuck in his coat which should be removed daily if any are present. Brushing of the coat should be done on a regular basis to prevent tangling and/or matting. The Smooth Haired variety doesn't require much grooming and would respond well to an occasional wipe down with a damp towel, or a harsh towel to remove any dead or loose hair.
Dachshund Activity
The Dachshund can be lively and vivacious, however he does not need much exercise. A short walk per day would suffice for this short-bodied breed. The Dachshund tends to tire out easily so any exercise provided should be given at different times rather than one long walk. This breed is prone to back problems so high jumping and/or running should never be allowed.
Dachshund Health and Life Expectancy
The life expectancy of the Dachshund is around 12-15 years, and there is a number of health problems linked to this breed. This includes cataracts, diabetes, epilepsy, spinal problems, luxating patella, PRA, elbow dysplasia, and obesity. The parents of the Dachshund puppy should have OFA and CERF certificates.
Latest Dachshund Dogs for adoption
Josie - Female Dachshund
- West Sussex
Adoption fee: Please check with the rescue
JOSIE NEEDS A HOME WITH HER BEST FRIEND MILLIE
Pudding - Male Dachshund
- Swansea
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11-01-2024 Pudding is a super little chap who has sadly been returned after a short adoption as he was worried about the man in his new home but he has been fine with the men in his foster home. Puddi
Slumber - Male Dachshund
- Norfolk
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27-03-2024 Slumber is a sweet boy who has come to us from a breeder. He is a little worried but easy to handle and you can see in his eyes that is a gentle soul who deserves the world. Slumber arrived
Winston (was Skinny Winny) - Male Dachshund
- Carmarthenshire
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11-01-24 Winston has very sadly been returned after a short adoption. He was worried about the man in their new home but has since been fine with the men in his foster home. Winston is a gentle boy wh
Pocket - Female Dachshund
- Carmarthenshire
Adoption fee: Please check with the rescue
27-03-24 Pocket is a sweet girl who has come from her breeder to find a loving home. She has had an inguinal hernia repair operation and needs to lose around 1kg or so in weight to be a more healthy s