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Dachshund - Purebred
The Dachshund |
| They come in two sizes: standard and miniature. The standard is approximately 9 inches tall at the shoulder and weighs 12 to 24 pounds while the miniature doxie His hunting spirit, good nose, loud voice and distinctive build make him well-suited for below-ground work, hunting any kinds of hole-dwelling animals and for beating the bush - many wieners have no bite inhibition as well. His keen nose also gives him an advantage over most other breeds for trailing. They are naturally free from a "doggy" odor. Also known as the "weinnie dog", they make a good companion whether you live in a small city apartment or the country. The Dachshund requires consistent obedience training and early socialization. His great sense of smell will often lead it astray. Nevertheless, the Dachshund is very personable and can make a great companion dog. There are three accepted types of coats with this dog breed; long, short and wired. The smooth coat doxie is usually alert, bold, and friendly. The long haired doxies coat | |
They require minimal routine brushing to keep their coats healthy and in good condition. The longhaired and wirehaired versions may require extra grooming or help from a professional. There are 2 sizes - standard (16-32 pounds) and miniature (11 pounds and under).
Country of origin: Germany
Lifespan: 14-16 years
Colors: Wirehairs; all colors, Smooths/longhairs: red, cream; two colored in black & chocolate, dappled, wild boar, gray and brindle
Known health problems: Epilepsy, bloat, cancer, obesity, disk disease, ruptured discs, Lipomas (fatty tumors), progressive retinal atrophy, hypothyroidism
Famous Weinnies: Paddlefoot from Clutch Cargo; Lump, a pet of Pablo Picasso
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