Dachshund miniature long haired

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Did you know my kind are hunting dogs from Germany and us miniatures were bred to get rabbits from their warrens? I still have my burrowing instinct so I do love burrowing into blankets at home. There’s nothing like snuggling up in a nice blanket when I’m tired! I’m not just a cuddly dog though, I am fierce and courageous! I make a great watchdog so you never have to worry with me in the house. I love my family and I’d do anything for them but you do have to excuse me if I see a little bird or something. I can’t help but want to chase it!

My ideal owner(s)

Singles

Apartment dwellers

Families with older children

Retirees

What they say about me

Courageous

Lively

Intelligent

Loyal

Please read on, to find out more about me, and whether I will be someone you can be happy with for the next 12 years, or even longer!

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Information essential about the Dachshund miniature long haired

Kennel Club Group:

Hound

Size:

Small: Weight 10 – 11 lb (4.5 – 5 kg)

Chest Girth: 12.2 – 13.8” (31 – 35 cm)

 

Popularity:

Dachshunds are very popular in the US and ranked as the seventh most registered breed in 2008. The breed regularly ranks in the top ten across cities of America but remains most popular in Europe.

Breed History:

The Dachshund can be traced back to 15th century Germany although evidence of Dachshund type dogs has been seen in ancient Egyptian and Mexican art. There has also been the remains of a Dachshund type dog found in an Italian shipwreck dating back to the 1st century AD.

 

The breed standard was developed in 1879 and the breed club established in 1888. Prince Albert brought the dogs to Great Britain where they became popular in both Britain and America in the 19th century. The breed lost popularity during WWI due to its Germanic roots but since then the breed has become a favoured family pet and hunting companion. Miniature Dachshunds are used to get rabbits out of their warrens.

 

There are three coat varieties – long haired, smooth haired and wire haired and two sizes – standard and miniature.

 

Character:

The Dachshund is friendly and playful but can be stubborn as it’s a hunting dog. They have a tendency to chase small animals, birds and balls and can be very focused and fierce in doing so. They are intelligent but can be difficult to train. They are extremely devoted to their owners and can develop separation anxiety, becoming destructive if left alone for too long. The Long Haired Dachshunds tend to be the friendliest of the varieties due to Irish Setter and Spaniel being bred into their lines.

Temperament:

This breed is lively and intelligent but can be stubborn to train and difficult to housebreak. They are devoted and loyal to their family but are weary of strangers, needing early socialisation to prevent this. Some have a tendency to bark a lot and will need training out of this whereas others do not bark much at all. The Dachshund is a burrower and will enjoy burrowing into blankets and other items when they are tired or bored. They are courageous and friendly and they usually give the impression that they are unaware of their small size. They can be energetic and when bored will become destructive so training is encouraged. They are not the best dog for small children unless they have been socialised early, otherwise they can be aggressive, particularly towards a child that teases them. They can be tolerant and loyal to children within their family but all children must be mindful of their vulnerable back.

 

Conformation:

This breed is long and low but with a well muscled body that clears the ground. The front feet should be broad, big and well arched and the jaw should be powerful with strong teeth. If the breed has an excessively long back it can lead to problems with back disease so ensure the ribs extend well back. The head should be long and tapered and the eyes should be almond shaped and dark in colour. The ears are long, high set and rounded at the tip.

Coat:

The coat of the Miniature-long variety should be soft textured with straight or slightly wavy hair with feathering underneath the body, around the ears, behind the legs and on the tail

Colour:

The coat comes in black and tan, red (ranging from cream to shaded red), chocolate and tan and silver dapple.

Training:

This breed is intelligent and independent with a mind of its own which can make training difficult. They require firm, consistent training to overcome their natural tendency to dominate. If unfairly treated this breed has a tendency to sulk at length. Early socialisation is required to help them get used to children, strangers and other animals as they are less friendly with strangers. They can be difficult to house train and patience and consistency is required in this area.

Care:

The coat requires regular grooming to keep it in good condition. Extra hair between the pads of the feet should be trimmed regularly. It is important to regularly check and clean the ears to prevent infection. This breed is a low shedder.

Health:

The lifespan of a healthy individual is about 15 years or more. If you buy from a reputable, responsible breeder, health problems should not occur.  Due to their long back they can be prone to spinal problems and injury. Take care with Dachshunds jumping off furniture and stairs.  Spinal injuries can lead to paralysis so care must be taken. The breed can also suffer patellar luxation where the kneecap becomes dislodged. In some double dapple varieties there can be varying amounts of vision and hearing loss. Other health problems can include hereditary epilepsy, dental problems, Cushing’s syndrome, thyroid problems, allergies and eye problems such as cataracts, glaucoma and PRA.

 

Exercise:

This breed is an active dog and typically will take as much exercise as you can give them. While at home they are devoted family pets, off the lead they quickly turn to their hound instinct, following scents and will ‘go deaf’ when it suits them. They require a good daily walk and access to a securely fenced yard. They can be difficult to train but benefit from a consistent handler. Some Dachshunds will participate in earthdog trials.

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Activities
Good jogging companion5/5
Good walking companion5/5
Likes water/swimming4/5
Likes learning new tricks5/5
Likes to hunt5/5
Likes to fetch5/5
Good gundog/retriever5/5
Behaviour
Barks a lot4/5
Gets easily jealous1/5
Protective2/5
Aggressive3/5
Timid2/5
Friendly with strangers3/5
Cost
Expensive to insure1/5
Expensive to feed1/5
Environment
Happy to sleep outside1/5
Prefers countryside5/5
Suits urban environment5/5
Prefers temperate climate5/5
Prefers hot climate4/5
Prefers cold climate1/5
Grooming
Moults a lot3/5
Hypoallergenic3/5
Requires lots of grooming4/5
Role and Suitability
Ideal for elderly5/5
Ideal for singles5/5
Ideal for couples with no children5/5
Ideal for family with children4/5
Good watch dog5/5
Good guard dog4/5
Sociability
Good with other pets4/5
Good with other dogs4/5
Time and Energy
Happy being left alone for 4hrs2/5
Happy being left alone for 2hrs2/5
Requires lots of exercise4/5
Training and Obedience
Good for first time owners5/5
Good for experienced owners5/5
Good recall4/5
Easy to train3/5
Activities
Good jogging companion0/5
Good walking companion0/5
Likes water/swimming0/5
Likes learning new tricks0/5
Likes to hunt0/5
Likes to fetch0/5
Good gundog/retriever0/5
Behaviour
Barks a lot0/5
Gets easily jealous0/5
Protective0/5
Aggressive0/5
Timid0/5
Friendly with strangers0/5
Cost
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Expensive to feed0/5
Environment
Happy to sleep outside0/5
Prefers countryside0/5
Suits urban environment0/5
Prefers temperate climate0/5
Prefers hot climate0/5
Prefers cold climate0/5
Grooming
Moults a lot0/5
Hypoallergenic0/5
Requires lots of grooming0/5
Role and Suitability
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Ideal for singles0/5
Ideal for couples with no children0/5
Ideal for family with children0/5
Good watch dog0/5
Good guard dog0/5
Sociability
Good with other pets0/5
Good with other dogs0/5
Time and Energy
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Happy being left alone for 2hrs0/5
Requires lots of exercise0/5
Training and Obedience
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Good for experienced owners0/5
Good recall0/5
Easy to train0/5

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