The History of The Dachshund

The history of the Dachshund

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The Dachshund is a breed of small hound that is known for its long, low body and short legs. The breed's name is German for "badger dog," as it was originally developed to hunt badgers and other burrowing animals. The Dachshund is believed to have originated in Germany in the early 19th century, and it was first recognized as a breed by the German Kennel Club in 1879.

The Dachshund is a descendant of the basset hound and the terrier, and it was bred to have a long body and short legs in order to be able to fit into narrow burrows and flush out its prey. In addition to hunting badgers, dachshunds were also used to hunt rabbits and foxes.

The breed became popular in other parts of Europe and the United States, and it is now a beloved companion animal around the world. There are three types of dachshunds: standard, miniature, and kaninchen (rabbit). The standard dachshund stands up to 8 inches at the shoulder, while the miniature dachshund stands up to 5 inches at the shoulder and the kaninchen dachshund stands up to 4 inches at the shoulder. The Dachshund is known for its playful and energetic personality, and it is often referred to as a "wiener dog" or "sausage dog" due to its long, slender shape.

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