| General Information |
| Group(s):
Hounds, Scent Hound |
Height: 8-9 inches Standard, 5-6 inches Miniature |
| Weight: 12-24 pounds Standard, Miniature under 12 |
Longevity: 15 years, sometimes more |
| Colors: red, black, brown, tan, black and tan |
Coat type: as appropriate smooth, longhaired (silky, smooth and feathered), wirehaired (straight and coarse double coat) |
| Recognized Registries: NCA, FCI, UKC, AKC and others |
| Overall Appearance: The classical weiner dog, much fun has been made over the exceptionally long body (especially relative to the very short legs) of the beloved Doxie. This extreme serves very well, when you are a dog that must pursue a badger into his hole. Having a powerful front, but short legs (one less thing for the badger to bite) can make a profound difference in the outcome. Don't let the Doxie's fearsome ability cow you, the breed has become one of the most endearing personalities the world of canine has sought to offer. A well socialized Doxie is just the dog everyone wants. |
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| Personaility - Behavior - Training |
| Energy Level: moderate |
| General Nature: |
very good with a bit of Terrier-like zest to them |
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with Children: generally good but will be protective if children are rough, as always keep supervised! |
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with other pets: generally good though can have a high enough prey drive to go after cats and other small animals (Standard more so than Miniature) |
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with dogs: generally good with dogs that aren't too rambunctious or significantly larger |
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| Socialization requirements: highly preferred, this breed is very endearing and easy to indulge, good socialization helps them keep being spoiled in balance with having good manners around others, which is easy they generally like people |
| Ideal home characteristics: rather adaptable, good in apartments or larger properties, can get plenty of exercise running around the house but also enjoy many outdoor activities, probably not a jogging partner though |
| Temperament Notes: unless neglected, abused and/or unsocialized, Doxies are happy, confident, smart and full of spark |
| Training requirement: socialize, socialize and then basic manners |
| Trainer notes: The only hope for the person hoping to train a Dachshund is to keep it fun! This is a breed that is born with a philosophy for a good time and can show a remarkable capacity for feeling seriously misused and even shut down if they are not having a good time. So positive methods are the best and easiest way for both of you, when you are teaching your darling. |
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| Background Information |
| Year range of first recognition: First club established in 1888 but the breed is far older |
| Country of Origin: Germany/Western Europe |
| Original Function: Badger Hound |
| History: Popular as a city dwelling companion and prior to that as a fierce medium sized vermin dispatcher in the country, the Doxie was recognized in 1888 with its first organization of fanciers. |
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| Adoption Information |
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| Deviations from Standard: oversized, poor dentition, poor head |
| Health Notes: luxating patellas, back problems, eye problems, |
| Health Testing: OFA, CERF |
| Questions to ask Breeder: http://www.digitaldog.com/breeder_questions.html - The Breeder Questions as listed here provided with explanations and answers you will want to be looking for!
How long have you had Dachshund?
Why do you have Dachshund (show, performance, hunting, etc.)?
What do you consider to be the most important single characteristic of a Dachshund?
What health issues have you seen in the breed?
What criteria do you set for your breeding stock?
Do you plan to keep a puppy from this litter?
How often do you have puppies?
Do you have a written contract and puppy guarantee?
At what age do you sent your pups to their homes?
How would you describe the ideal Dachshund?
How would you describe the ideal Dachshund home?
Are your puppies whelped in your home?
What advice would you offer someone in raising and training a Dachshund? |
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