Dachshund
A.K.A. :teckel
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Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
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Playful
Affectionate
Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
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Overview: | The Dachshund (German for 'badger dog') is a family favorite. Playful, friendly, and full of charm, he makes a great pet. |
Breed Group: | Hound |
Weight (lbs): | miniature - 11lb and under, standard - over 11lb ( |
Height (in): | 5-9 |
Colors: | Solid red, sable, or cream; black and tan, chocolate and tan, wild boar and tan, gray and tan, or fawn and tan, brindle. |
Coat: | Coat can be smooth, long, or wire-haired. The hairs on the Wire-haired Dachshund should lie flat and be as hard as possible. |
Character: | Dachshunds are brave, intelligent, and independent. |
Temperament: | This breed is fairly reserved around strangers, but will form a strong bond with its family. They can be somewhat assertive toward other dogs. |
Care: | The Dachshund needs occasional brushing to remove dead hairs. The long-haired variety can be prone to tangles, so they may require more grooming. The wire-haired variety should be plucked twice yearly. |
Training: | This breed can be easy to train (particularly the long-haired variety). However, all varieties require a firm and consistent approach to keep their minds on track. |
Activity: | The Dachshund needs a fair amount of exercise, so long walks are required. |
Country of Origin: | Germany |
Health Issue: | This breed is prone to spinal disc problems and can develop heart disease, urinary tract problems, and diabetes. |
Life Expectancy: | 12-15 |
Dachshund Puppies for saleSee all puppies for sale
Dachshund Puppy
Dachshund
Male, 12 Weeks Old
USA GREENFIELD, IN, USA
Date listed: 04/26/2024
Our adorable and sweet Mini Dachshund puppies are ready for their furever home. They are eating really well and have been doing great with kids and other pets. They will come with...
Dachshund Puppy
Dachshund
Male, 12 Weeks Old
USA GREENFIELD, IN, USA
Date listed: 04/26/2024
Our adorable and sweet Mini Dachshund puppies are ready for their furever home. They are eating really well and have been doing great with kids and other pets. They will come with...
APRI Mini Dachshund
Dachshund
Male, 6 Weeks Old
USA MYERSTOWN, PA, USA
Date listed: 04/26/2024
Short and Sweet…this adorable APRI Mini Dachshund Puppy is Looking for a Loving FURever...
APRI Mini Dachshund
Dachshund
Male, 6 Weeks Old
USA MYERSTOWN, PA, USA
Date listed: 04/26/2024
Short and Sweet…this adorable APRI Mini Dachshund Puppy is Looking for a Loving FURever Family! Comes with a 1 year...
APRI Mini Dachshund
Dachshund
Female, 6 Weeks Old
USA MYERSTOWN, PA, USA
Date listed: 04/26/2024
Short and Sweet…this adorable APRI Mini Dachshund Puppy is Looking for a Loving FURever Family! Comes with a 1 year genetic...
APRI Mini Dachshund
Dachshund
Male, 6 Weeks Old
USA MYERSTOWN, PA, USA
Date listed: 04/26/2024
Short and Sweet…this adorable APRI Mini Dachshund Puppy is Looking for a Loving FURever Family! Comes with a 1 year genetic health guarantee,...
APRI Mini Dachshund
Dachshund
Male, 6 Weeks Old
USA MYERSTOWN, PA, USA
Date listed: 04/26/2024
Short and Sweet…this adorable APRI Mini Dachshund Puppy is Looking for a Loving FURever Family! Comes with a 1 year genetic health guarantee, vet checked,...
ACA Dachshund For Sale Fredericksburg OH
Dachshund
Female, 7 Weeks Old
USA FREDERICKSBURG, OH, USA
Date listed: 04/25/2024
I am a very adorable ACA Registered Dachshund pup and can't wait for you to adopt me into your loving home! I am very intelligent and will make you a wonderful family pet. I am...
ACA Dachshund For Sale Fredericksburg OH
Dachshund
Male, 7 Weeks Old
USA FREDERICKSBURG, OH, USA
Date listed: 04/25/2024
I am a very adorable ACA Registered Dachshund pup and can't wait for you to adopt me into your loving home! I am very intelligent and will make you a wonderful family pet. I am...
ACA Dachshund For Sale Fredericksburg OH
Dachshund
Female, 7 Weeks Old
USA FREDERICKSBURG, OH, USA
Date listed: 04/25/2024
I am a very adorable ACA Registered Dachshund pup and can't wait for you to adopt me into your loving home! I am very intelligent and will make you a wonderful family pet. I am...
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Holly Bea + - Dachshund (short coat) Dog For Adoption
Dachshund
Female, Senior
USA San Antonio, TX, USA
Date listed: 04/17/2024
Posted Breed: Dachshund (short coat). Welcome to the Wonderful World of Rescue Dachshunds. Look around and read their bios. Find a few whose personality seems to fit well....
Chip Bean + - Dachshund (short coat) Dog For Adoption
Dachshund
Male, Senior
USA San Antonio, TX, USA
Date listed: 04/17/2024
Posted Breed: Dachshund (short coat). Welcome to the Wonderful World of Rescue Dachshunds. Look around and read their bios. Find a few whose personality seems to fit well....
Afraid of Commitment - Dachshund Dog For Adoption
Dachshund
Female, Adult
USA Sioux Falls, SD, USA
Date listed: 04/17/2024
Posted Breed: Dachshund. AFRAID OF LONG-TERM COMMITMENT? TRY FOSTERING! Dakota Dachshund Rescue always needs more volunteers to fulfill our mission of rescuing...
Daisy8 (Bonded with Rufus4) - Dachshund (short coat) Dog For Adoption
Dachshund
Female, Senior
USA Fruitland, SC, USA
Date listed: 04/10/2024
Posted Breed: Dachshund (short coat). Adoption Fee: $200.00. Daisy is a 14-year-old, quiet little girl with soulful eyes, who is bonded with Rufus. Both pups can take time to...
Rufus4 (Bonded with Daisy8) - Dachshund (short coat) Dog For Adoption
Dachshund
Male, Senior
USA Fruitland, SC, USA
Date listed: 04/10/2024
Posted Breed: Dachshund (short coat). Adoption Fee: $200.00. Rufus is a 14-year-old dachshund who is bonded with Daisy. Both pups take time to warmup, but once they do, they are...
Brody aka Rudy - Dachshund Dog For Adoption
Dachshund
Male, Adult
USA Gulfport, MI, USA
Date listed: 04/10/2024
Posted Breed: Dachshund. Adoption Fee: 75. Meet Brody, affectionately known as Rudy Rude, a 10-year-old Dachshund weighing in at 10 pounds. This little guy is always up for an...
Happy Gilmore - Dachshund (short coat) Dog For Adoption
Dachshund
Male, Senior
USA Fruitland, SC, USA
Date listed: 04/10/2024
Posted Breed: Dachshund (short coat). Adoption Fee: $200.00. Happy Gilmore is an 16 lb dachshund mix who we estimate to be between 12 and 13 years old. He was a stray, so his past...
Meadow - Dachshund (short coat) Dog For Adoption
Dachshund
Female, Senior
USA Fruitland, SC, USA
Date listed: 03/06/2024
Posted Breed: Dachshund (short coat). Adoption Fee: $200.00. Meadow is a clever, curious, and playful ten-year-old girl. With the energy of a dog half her age, she explores,...
Lo Siento - Dachshund / Rat Terrier (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
Dachshund
Male, Adult
USA Rosenberg, TX, USA
Date listed: 03/06/2024
Posted Breed: Dachshund / Rat Terrier (medium coat). Older grumpy weiner dog lovers! Little dog with a personality of an 80 lb dog. Lo Siento is the perfect definition of the...
Thomas O'Malley - Dachshund (long coat) Dog For Adoption
Dachshund
Male, Young
USA San Antonio, TX, USA
Date listed: 03/06/2024
Posted Breed: Dachshund (long coat). Welcome to the Wonderful World of Rescue Dachshunds. Look around and read their bios. Find a few whose personality seems to fit well. Consider...
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