Dachshund
Clever, spunky, and brave dogs with distinctive long bodies
Height
8-9 inches
Weight
16-32 pounds
Life Span
12-16 years
Breed Group
Hound Group
Characteristics
Temperament
CleverStubbornDevotedLivelyCourageous
Good With
FamiliesOther DogsHuntingCompanionship
Care Needs
exercise
Moderate
grooming
Low to Moderate
training
Moderately Challenging
shedding
Moderate
energy Level
Moderate to High
barking
Frequent
History
Originally bred in Germany to hunt badgers, their long bodies and short legs were perfect for going into burrows.
Health
Common Issues
- Back Problems
- Patellar Luxation
- Eye Problems
- Obesity
Recommended Tests
- Spine Evaluation
- Patella Check
- Eye Examination
- Cardiac Exam