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Houndsmall🌍 GermanyScent hound and earthdog
Dachshund
Lively, clever, bold, sometimes stubborn
Popularity
801
Low-slung scent hound developed for badger work; courageous, playful, and distinct in outline.
Lifespan
12–16 years
Coat
smooth/long/wire
Colors
red, black and tan, chocolate and tan, cream, dapple patterns
Male height
8–9 in
Female height
8–9 in
Male weight
16–32 lb
Female weight
16–30 lb
Review status
reviewed
Primary source
Temperament & training
Energy
3
Trainability
3
Playfulness
4
Protectiveness
3
Prey drive
4
Barking
5
Household fit
Kid friendly
3
Apartment friendly
4
Novice owner friendly
3
Good with other dogs
3
Good with strangers
3
Care & environment
Shedding
2
Grooming
2
Drooling
1
Coat length
3
Exercise needs
3
Heat tolerance
3
Cold tolerance
2
