Dachshunds, German for badger dog, were bred long and low in order to crawl down holes to flush out badgers. They are muscular, with short legs, long bodies and most of them have shiny coats although there are also long-coated and wire-haired Dachshund varieties. Dachshunds come in three sizes, standard, miniature, and “rabbit”. They were tenacious hunters, and, naturally, still have the hunter’s instinct, which sometimes makes training them a challenge.
Like all pets, your pet Dachshund will need regular visits to the veterinarian, fresh water, grooming (coat and nails), affection, and discipline. The sleek coated dogs are very easy to groom and keep clean. About all they need is the occasional bath, cleaning of the ears, and brushing with …
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