Scent Hound

Dachshund

Weiner Dog / Sausage Dog · Small breed · from Germany

Dachshunds are clever, lively, and courageous — bred to hunt badgers. They have a big personality in a small body. They can be stubborn to train and are prone to back problems (IVDD) due to their long spine. Two sizes available: standard and miniature.

At a glance

Size

Small

Weight

8–32 lbs

Height

5–9 in

Lifespan

12–16 yrs

Origin

Germany

Trait ratings

Trainability

55%

Friendliness

75%

Energy

58%

Low Shedding

60%

Easy Grooming

70%

Low Barking

30%

Care facts

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Exercise

30–45 min/day

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Grooming

Varies by coat type

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Shedding

Low–Moderate

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Temperament

Clever, stubborn, playful

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