The Dachshund is a small and playful breed of dog that was originally bred in Germany for hunting small game. They are intelligent, independent, and affectionate, and make excellent companion dogs.
Dachshund
Also known as Doxie, Wiener Dog, Sausage Dog, Teckel, Dackel
Origin
- Country
- Germany
- Region
- Baden-Württemberg and Bavaria
- Era
- 17th–19th century
Group
- Hound
Lifespan
- 12–15 years
Size
- Height
- 20–23 cm
- Weight
- 7–15 kg
Coat
- Type
- smooth
- Length
- short
- Colours
- red, black and tan, chocolate and tan, cream, wild boar, dapple, brindle, piebald, blue and tan, isabella and tan
Traits
- devoted, stubborn, alert, playful, independent, courageous