Dachshund Puppies for Sale

Country of Origin:

Germany

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Breed Characteristics

Average Size: Small

Average Lifespan: 12-16 years

Kid/Pet Friendly: Sometimes

Registry: aca,akc

Activity Level: moderate

Shedding Level: moderate

Grooming Level: moderate

Trainability: moderate

Good For Novice Owners: moderate

Adaptability: high

Prey Drive: moderate

Watchdog: very alert

Breed Information

Overview

The “Wiener Dog” is clever, lively, and courageous. They have a friendly, spunky, and curious nature and also tend to do very well with children. Dachshunds tend to be vigilant, wary of strangers, and have a “big-dog” bark, which makes them good watchdogs. They are prone to barking, but early socialization and training can keep this to a minimum. They also have a strong prey drive, which can be an issue for animals in the home smaller than they are unless properly socialized towards them. However, they are generally friendly towards other dogs.

The Dachshund, sometimes affectionately referred to as a “wiener dog”, “hot dog”, “sausage dog”, and Doxie, is known for their long body and short legs. They were originally bred to be an independent hunter of badgers and other dangerous prey.

One of the facts about Dachshunds is that they could also work in packs to hunt larger game. Historically, packs of Dachshunds could be used to chase and hunt down wild boar. The Dachshund originated in Germany and means “badger dog” in German.

Their lineage can be traced back over 600 years and they have been a national symbol of Germany for a long time. The AKC admitted them to the Stud Book and recognized them as a member of the Hound Group in 1885. They quickly became one of the most popular dog breeds after that.

Temperament

The “Wiener Dog” is clever, lively, and courageous. They have a friendly, spunky, and curious nature. As one of the most affectionate dog breeds, they love their families and tend to get along well with children as long as they are well-socialized. Dachshunds tend to be vigilant watchdogs that are initially wary of strangers and have a “big-dog” bark. They are prone to barking, but you can socialize them and train your dog to stop barking early on to keep it to alert barking instead of a nuisance. Although initially suspicious of strangers, well-socialized Doxies tend to warm up once introduced. They do also have a strong prey drive, which can be an issue for animals in the home smaller than they are unless they have been properly socialized with them. Some Dachshunds may be fine with animals they consider part of the family, but still chase other animals. They are generally open and friendly towards other dogs; here again, socialization early and often makes a big difference.