Dachshund

Courageous, intelligent, independent, alert, playful, devoted

Long-bodied, short-legged hound with distinctive elongated build, available in three coat types (smooth, wirehaired, and longhaired). Originally bred for hunting badgers in burrows, this bold and lively scent hound is known for its courageous, intelligent, and playful personality.

Origin

Germany

Life span

12-16 yrs

Weight (lbs)

16-32

Height (in)

8-9

Group

Hound