Dachshund
Hound group · Small size · From Germany
A spirited, clever, courageous badger-hunter on stubby legs — the iconic 'wiener dog'.
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Lifespan
12–16 years
Weight (M)
16–32 lbs
Height (M)
8–9"
Coat
short
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Trait ratings
Energy
High
Trainability
Moderate
Intelligence
High
Exercise needs
Moderate
Shedding
Lower = less hair
Moderate
Grooming effort
Low
Drooling
Very Low
Barking
Very High
Good with kids
Moderate
Good with dogs
Moderate
Good with strangers
Moderate
Protectiveness
High
Adaptability
Apartment / new environments
High
Common health issues
- • IVDD (back problems)
- • Obesity
- • Patellar luxation
- • Diabetes
Health varies between individual dogs. Always ask breeders for OFA / health-test paperwork.
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