Height: 8-9 inches (standard), 5-6 inches (miniature)
Weight: 16-32 pounds (standard), 11 pounds & under (miniature)
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Dachshund is a very famous small breed and is called with many other names such as: Doxie, Weenie Dog, Wiener Dog, Sausage, Teckel, Dackel. They come in two sizes: standard-sized (usually 16 to 32 pounds) or miniature (11 pounds or under), and they can have one of three coat types: smooth, wirehaired, or longhaired. Dachshunds are friendly, emotional, energetic, but sometimes stubborn dogs. This breed is increasingly appearing in families around the world.
#1 – Dachshunds are energetic
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#2 – Dachshunds have big bear paws
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#3 – The Dachshund is a devoted and loyal dog with their owners
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#4 – The Dachshund has a goofy (but lovable) personality
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#5 – The Dachshund is a great travel companion for adventure trips
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#6 – The Dachshund is so confident for such a little animal
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#7 – Dachshunds enjoy playing games that release lots of energy and often chew toys when bored
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#8 – Dachshunds often have sleeping postures that make you laugh
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#9 – Dachshund puppies are adorable and easy to steal your heart
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#10 – The long body and short legs do not make Dachshund the most powerful swimmer, but their love of water and webbed feet make Dachshund a great swimmer.
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