Dachshund

Friendly, courageous and persistent; scent games and consistent training channel its independence.

Origin: GERMANY
Breed group: Dachshunds
Size: See standard
Coat: Smooth, wire-haired and long-haired coats, each in standard, miniature and rabbit sizes.

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WOOFMAP · CANINE ARCHIVENO. 148

Dachshunds

Dachshund

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01Origin and history

Developed in Germany for hunting underground; its name means badger dog, and it also tracks above ground.

02Appearance and identification

Smooth, wire-haired and long-haired coats, each in standard, miniature and rabbit sizes.

03Temperament and companionship

Friendly, courageous and persistent; scent games and consistent training channel its independence.

04Everyday care

Keep lean and walk regularly; prevent high jumps, support chest and rear when lifting, and groom long or wire coats appropriately.

Common questions

How can the build and standard be identified?

Low-legged, elongated and muscular; nine coat/size combinations share FCI standard 148.

What should daily care prioritise?

Keep lean and walk regularly; prevent high jumps, support chest and rear when lifting, and groom long or wire coats appropriately.

SOURCE NOTES

Sources

FCI · Read the official standard ↗Definitively recognizedSource checked 2026-10-03

AKC · Read the official standard ↗Definitively recognizedSource checked 2026-10-03

Coat and size varieties can share a standard. The number is an archive reference, not a rarity score. An independent educational atlas, not a registry publication. Temperament varies; consult a veterinarian about health concerns.