Dachshund
Dachshunds were initially bred as hunting dogs, making them adventurous and inquisitive.
About the Dachshund
There are nine distinct Dachshund varieties, each varying in size and coat type. Despite their small legs they are very active, but their exercise requirements can be easily met. This enables the breed to adapt well to city life or small space living.
It’s widely believed that Dachshunds with different coat types may be more likely to develop different temperaments, so make sure to be aware of which type of Dachshund will suit you best. Dachshunds with long hair are thought to be much quieter than their short- and wire-haired counterparts.
Source : faits et caractéristiques clés provenant de la Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI)
Particularités de la race
- Pays
- Allemagne
- Groupe
- FCI Groupe 4, Groupe Chiens courants AKC
- Catégorie de taille
- Races de petite taille
- Espérance de vie moyenne
- 12–14 ans
Amical / Serein / Confiant / Enthousiaste / Dynamique
Faits marquants
Origins of the breed
Dachshunds have been around since the Middle Ages. Short-legged dogs were bred to flush out badgers, and Dachshunds came to be the most versatile hunting dog, performing well as trackers. The Dachshund was originally graded depending upon the size of hole it could enter.
The term “Dachshund” in German simply means badger – “dachs”, dog – “hund”. According to the F.C.I., the oldest club devoted to the breeding of Dachshunds is the “Deutsche Teckelklub”, founded in 1888.