Dachshund
This smallest of the hounds is short on leg but long on personality.
Dachshund Characteristics
Affectionate with family
Amount of shedding
Dog friendly
Drooling potential
Ease of training
Easy to groom
Friendly toward strangers
General health
Good for novice owners
Heat tolerance
Intelligence
Need for exercise
Playfulness
Vigor
Vital Stats
Height:
Miniature, 6 inches at shoulder; Standard, 8 to 9 inches at shoulder
Weight:
Miniature, 11 pounds and under; Standard, 16 to 32 pounds
Coat:
short and shiny
Life span:
12 to 15 years or older
Breed Group:
Hounds
Summary
Dachshunds are scent hounds who were bred to hunt badgers and other tunneling animals, rabbits, and foxes. Packs of Dachshunds were even used to trail wild boar. Today their versatility makes them excellent family companions, show dogs, and small-game hunters.
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