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About This Breed

Dog Group: Hound
Size: 5-12 inches tall, 12-32 lbs
Lifespan: 10-13 years
Energy Level: Medium
Coat: Can be short & smooth, longhaired, or wirehaired
Shedding: Moderate
Hypoallergenic: No

History: The Dachshund was developed in Germany during the 1500s, although their origins could date as far back as to ancient Egypt. The breed was primarily bred to be a hunting dog and was popular among royals all across Europe, including Queen Victoria, who was especially fond of them. While Dachshunds come in three coat varieties today, the original Dachshunds were smooth-coated. Some believe that the smooth-coated Dachshund was crossed with Spaniels to produce a longer-haired variety. All three varieties of Dachshund were well-suited for hunting small mammals, especially badgers and foxes. Over the years, the breed has been carefully bred to achieve the best qualities and coat types. Since then, Dachshunds have remained beloved family pets and one of the most popular breeds in the Hound group.

Temperament: The Dachshund is a playful, loyal dog with a great deal of intelligence. They can be stubborn in their training, and sometimes have a tendency to be reserved around strangers. If raised in a house with children, Dachshunds rarely present a problem. However, if a Dachshund is not used to children, it can be aggressive against a child's playful actions. The Dachshund's personality can vary with coat type. For example, wirehaired Dachshunds may be mischievous due to their terrier background, while longhaired Dachshunds are calm and quiet. Smooth-haired Dachshunds have a temperament that falls somewhere in the middle. Either way, no matter the coat type, Dachshunds have earned a reputation as wonderful, loyal pets.