“Half-dog high and a dog-and-a-half long” with a heart of a Lion.
The Dachshund is a very affectionate breed. They are proud, bold and can be tenacious at times. They love the outdoors and love to dig holes. They like to bark and are mischievous little dogs.
Dachshunds make wonderful family pets and are an extremely devoted breed. They are ideal for apartment living, and pretty easy to care for. A Dachshund is a loving loyal companion who will love spending time with you.
The Dachshund is a breed that dates back 600 years. The German name Dachshund actually means “badger dog” (Dachs – Badger & Hund – Dog), and was applied to the breed in the early 17th century.
Dachshund dogs are very lively and affectionate. They have an average life span of 12-15 years. The standard Dachshund weighs between 15 – 25 pounds and stands to about 5-10 inches at the shoulder, while the miniature Dachshund weighs approximately 9 pounds and stands a maximum of 14 inches at the shoulder.
The Dachshund loves to bark
, which makes him a good watchdog, as he will alert his owners when strangers are at the door.
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