Dachshund
Originally bred in Germany to hunt badgers, the Dachshund is famously known for its long body and short legs, earning the nickname 'wiener dog.' They are courageous and curious companions with a big personality that far outweighs their small stature.
Size
Small
Weight
5–14 kg
Height
13–23 cm
Lifespan
12–16 years
Characteristics
Energy Level
Grooming
Shedding
Trainability
Barking
Compatibility
✓
Kids
✓
Other Dogs
✗
Strangers
✓
Apartments
✓
First-time Owners
Common Health Issues
- • Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)
- • Obesity
- • Patellar Luxation
- • Hip Dysplasia