Dogs Exuding Great Confidence without the Sense of Intimidation

The ‘badger dog’ that is Dachshund is known for its elongated body and short size. Its origin is traced back in the country of Germany where it got its name. In German speaking countries its name is ‘hund’ whereas in English speaking countries, it is referred as ‘hound’. They are comparable to terrier groups of dogs and are groomed in chasing badgers and other average-sized burrowing mammals. These badgers have fierce claws and short legs in which they become targets of the Dachshund. As history explicates, Dachshund have also become a symbol of Germany.

There are a lot of names for this dog and among those tags making it a popular one is the ‘Sausage dog’ and ‘Wiener dog’. Its physical characteristics that trigger ones curiosity is its barrel like chest, short legs, significantly long body akin to a sausage and a plummeting ear. The colors of this dog comes in shades of taupe, brown, red, beige and black with sizes categorize as standard, miniature and kaninchen. Based on Kennel Club standards, you will be able to classify Dachshund in terms of sizes according to their weight. An average Dackel weighs 16 to 28 lbs, a miniature is 11 lbs and kaninchen has a weight of just 8 lbs. A miniature dachshund can fall on the category of standard if it meets the requirements and standards of being an average dachshund. On the other hand, miniature dogs of this type should not weigh as much as the weight of a regular miniature so as to be classified as a true bloodied miniature. Chest circumference is measured to ascertain and discern the difference of standard to miniature.

Dachshund’s temperament and behavior vary from one classification to another. These playful and active beings are best companions for they exude loyalty to their masters. Those doxies who have long furs and coats are normally the calm and silent in personality. They can play around yet, are composed and well behaved. Then again, the wired hair dachshunds are those with lively characteristics. They have loud barks and oftentimes destructive when they feel bored. However, dachshunds are easier to train only that you allotted more quality and training time for these dogs. They never see their small and elongated figures as a disadvantage and would even challenge large dogs.

The health of dachshund is something that needed utmost attention, for these animals are prone to spinal problems which are often associated to the structure of their body and obesity. If you do not walk your dachshund every morning, there are probabilities of this dog falling on the bigger side and inter-vertebral disk disease might be a problem in the long run. This can be treated through anti-inflammatory steroids or in worst cases, surgery. 

Dachshund ranked as the most popular breed in the United States. Its unique appearance makes it even more pleasing to everybody’s eyes. These dogs are enthusiastic, lovable and cannot be easily intimidated with the physical features they are marked at; rather use it to their advantage.