The Dachshund
The dachshund is affectionate, lively, curious and some say slightly mischievous. They may tend to be a little difficult to train, and may attempt to train the trainer. if you establish yourself as the boss then they will strive to please you. Dachshunds show great loyalty and affection, making them an excellent companion for anyone.
The Dachshund is naturally free from "doggy" odor. They are very clean and don't need to be bathed often. Longhaired dachshunds should be brushed at least monthly, if not weekly.
The Dachshund is from Germany
There are two sizes of dachshunds : miniature (under 11 lbs.) & standard (usually between 16 and 32 lbs)
The dachshund is bred in three different coats : Smooth or shorthaired, longhaired, and wirehaired.
The dachshund comes in several colors including: red , Black and tan , solid black ,chocolate and tan , solid chocolate , dark chocolate , blue and tan , isabella and tan , cream , english cream , wheaten and wild boar .
The dachshund is available in several patterns : single colors , two colors ( and tans ) , brindle , piebald , sable , dapple and double dapple .
The dachshund was originally bred to hunt badgers.
A dachshund should never be overfed. They should never be allowed to get fat.
A dachshund has very little, if any doggy odor.
The dachshund is very smart and learns fast, when they want to ( they're sometimes a little stubborn).
A dachshund usually bonds with one person. They may still like everyone else , but you can usually tell who their personal human is.
The dachshund was first introduced into the United States in 1887.
